News from the pet industry

Acceptance rate low so far

Offer period for Zooplus expires

Zooplus is currently reminding its shareholders that the acceptance period for the final offer by Hellman & Friedman (H&F), with the support of partner EQT Private Equity (EQT), for a cash consideration of 480 …

News2. November 2021

13-14 February in Kortrijk, Belgium

High expectations for Anido

The pet supplies industry is looking forward to the next Anido trade fair, which will be held in Kortrijk (Belgium) on 13 and 14 February. Three months …

News2. November 2021

Belgium/Netherlands

United Petfood acquires Teeling Petfood

United Petfood has announced the acquisition of the Dutch manufacturer Teeling Petfood. The acquisition strengthens the position of United …

News28. October 2021

Acquisition by Platinum Equity

Petmate merges with Cosmic Pet

Platinum Equity has announced the acquisition of Cosmic Pet, a leading designer, marketer and distributor of pet products, including toys, beds, …

News28. October 2021

New York City

Petco opens concept flagship store

Petco has announced the opening of Reddy SoHo, the first concept flagship for Reddy, the company's lifestyle own brand for dogs. Located at 125 …

News28. October 2021

Shanghai

China International Pet Show is cancelled

The Cips should have taken place in Shanghai from 17-20 November. China Great Wall International Exhibition, the organizer of China …

News26. October 2021

Offer further improved

A solution begins to emerge for Zooplus

A solution is emerging for the acquisition of online retailer Zooplus. Hellman & Friedman (H&F) and EQT, the two parties interested …

News26. October 2021

New brands and new management

Big changes at Pets Nature

With effect from 15 November, the German company Pets Nature will assume exclusive responsibility for distribution of the Orijen and Acana brands of …

News26. October 2021