2026年3月全球宠物行业报告

UNPACKINGTHE US AND M&A OUTLOOKWhat does this year RATE THISPRODUCT IN THE SWIMThe state of the INSIDE THIS ISSUE 08 Building a profile Insights into today’s Canadianpet owners – who they are,what they value and how Joint effort Cats are living longerlives, offering plentifulopportunities for Thinking Channel surfing An ocean of A successfulomnichannel strategymust take account Diving into the currentstate of the European 50 And more: Industry interview: Pet Valu’s Linda DrysdaleCompare and contrast: US and Canadian buying habitsProtein content in pet foodAdditives: what does the evidence say? Building trust in a digital world It comes as no surprise that the online environmentis increasingly shaping our day-to-day business.Its influence continues to grow, particularly for We take a closer look at how pet retailers acrossEurope and the US are introducing new brandsinto their assortments, and how pet players can This edition also offers an in-depth analysis ofthe pet industry in the US and Canada. Ourcomprehensive coverage examines pet ownership In this issue, we explore the growing role of onlinereviews and how they can serve as a powerfullever for pet players. A five-star rating can Wishing you an inspiring read. However, a strong digital presence alone is notusually enough for most companies to thrive.Success today requires balancing online visibility David Palacios RubioEditor-in-Chief Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great. JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER, US BUSINESSMAN AND PHILANTHROPIST © Copyright 2026, Intermedium Publishers BV.All rights reserved. Editorial team Managing Director: Philippe VanderhoydonckEditor-in-Chief: David Palacios RubioHead of Operations: Lisa van RoonSenior Editor: Janetta WillisEditors: Lynn Radford, Mandy Wolters-Savage,Elizabeth Youens While we, as the publisher, aim for accuracy andcompleteness in the information and statisticspresented, we cannot guarantee that. We cannotbe held liable for any use of this information. Intermedium Publishers BVNewtonstraat 31098GX Amsterdam (NL) +31-33-4225833content@pets.nl globalpetindustry.com Don’t miss out on key updatesin the dynamic pet industry! Subscribe to our newsletter atglobalpetindustry.com,or just scan this QR code for an easy sign-up process. Chinese e-commerce giant relaunchesJoybuy in Europe JD.com is launching Joybuy in Europe, reviving a brandthat operated in the region from 2015 to 2021 and replacing Joybuy relaunched first in the UK, followed by France andGermany. At launch, it offers over 2,000 SKUs from morethan 30 global, local independent and emerging brands, In pet care, Joybuy’s assortment spans food, treats, leashes,harnesses, collars, beds, crates, litter and training pads,as well as health, wellness and grooming products for cats, JD.com’s ambition is for Joybuy to be the first destinationconsumers think of when shopping for pet products. VAFO restructures in bid to drive EU growth Czech pet care company VAFO has undergone arestructuring, creating three distinct companies: VAFOPraha, responsible for flagship brands; VAFO Production, The division was planned over a year, primarily aimingto separate production, operations and core brands. ZooRoyal partners with Medivet in Germany “The main purpose is to have companies focused on theirpure activities. It is better to have agile and smaller teams,” Veterinary services provider Medivet is set to open in selectZooRoyal outlets across Germany over the next few years.The physical expansion plan of the former online retailer was The restructuring is part of its goal to develop andstrengthen its presence and market share in key locationsincluding Germany and France. By 2029, VAFO aims to The strategic partnership between ZooRoyal and Medivethas been tested in two pilot stores in the greater Hamburgarea. “The successful pilot locations already confirm howwell the interaction between the specialist store and the According to Bartoš, the company’s flagship brands,Brit and Carnilove, are successful in Central and EasternEurope and the Nordic countries, and it aims to mirror União Pet revises cost savings estimates União Pet, formed by the merger of Petz and Cobasi inDecember 2025, cut its estimate savings from R$330 million($53.5M/€53.5M) projected in August 2024 to R$200-R$260million ($38.2M-$49.7M/€32.4M-€42M) as of January. The revision followed a detailed post-merger review ofcosts, operations and opportunities by consulting firm The group is prioritizing four growth drivers: a strongeromnichannel strategy supported by subscription programs;store expansion and broader service offerings; cross-sellingand micro-franchising into additional states; and deeper Latest deals in the Iberian pet space Spanish multinational consumer goods and pet foodcompany Agrolimen acquired US fresh dog food producerOllie on 6 February. The deal boosts the company’s petportfolio, which includes Nature’s Variety in the US and Meanw