News from the pet industry

From 15 to nearly 300 stores

Lowe's and Petco extend their cooperation

Lowe's and Petco have announced the expansion of their store-in-store concept. The intention is to increase the number of Lowe’s branches with a Petco pet assortment from 15 at present to nearly 300. Pet requisites and …

Distribution27. July 2023

Better Chicken Commitment

Campfire Treats joins animal welfare initiative

Campfire Treats, an American manufacturer of natural dog treats containing just one ingredient, has announced that it now meets all …

Suppliers27. July 2023

Anniversary store in Pilsen

Plaček Group opens its 350th store

The pet store chain Super Zoo, belonging to pet supplies retailer Plaček Group, has opened its 350th store in Pilsen in the Czech Republic. …

Distribution25. July 2023

Kiriel garden centre chain has 90 stores

Four new openings in the first six months of 2023

With four new stores in the first six months of this year, the French garden centre chain Kiriel has continued to expand. …

Distribution25. July 2023

Koninklijke Hondenbescherming, Pets Place and Prins Petfoods join forces

Canine welfare in the Netherlands

Pets Place, Prins Petfoods and Koninklijke Hondenbescherming (Royal Association for the Protection of Dogs) are joining forces to improve canine …

Suppliers25. July 2023

1-2 October

Pats Telford set to be biggest yet with 250 exhibitors

More than 250 pet companies and brands have signed up to exhibit at Pats Telford on 1-2 October. “Suppliers and manufacturers…

Events20. July 2023

Paper Barrier Seal

Coveris recognised in Fair Inno Pack competition

The Coveris Group, which specialises in flexible packaging produced from plastic and paper, has received an award for its …

Suppliers20. July 2023

Purchase of remaining 60 per cent interest

Vafo Group completes acquisition of Pooch & Mutt

The Czechia-based Vafo Group has completed its acquisition of Pooch & Mutt, one of the UK’s fastest-growing pet food companies…

Suppliers18. July 2023

Podium Pet Products welcomed by King Charles

Carina Evans at Buckingham Palace reception

Carina Evans, CEO of Podium Pet Products, was welcomed by King Charles at a Buckingham Palace reception to mark the company’s …

Suppliers18. July 2023

Joachim Lööb succeeds Oliver Garrecht

Hornbach appoints new country MD in Sweden

The running of Hornbach in Sweden is being put into fresh hands. From August 2023, Joachim Lööb will be joining the Hornbach team there, …

Distribution18. July 2023

French pet food sector

Steadily developing

Due to the continuous growth in demand and consistent sales, the French pet food sector is …

Distribution

Newcomer 2026

PET worldwide seeks the Newcomer of the Year

In the age of the internet and social media, it is not difficult to start a business and make it …

Suppliers

Interview

Record number of exhibitors highlights

Interzoo 2026 (12–15 May in Nuremberg) is breaking all records and cementing its status as the …

Events

Artificial intelligence

AI in recruiting

Why the human factor is becoming a strategic advantage for Europe and why recruitment will not …

Distribution2/2026

PetfoodIndex

Understanding the competitive position

In a market with more than 230 competing brands, storytelling and transparency are valuable …