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PETS International Magazine September 2026
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HR alert (II): CEO changes and leadership reshuffles across the pet industry

HR alert (II): CEO changes and leadership reshuffles across the pet industry

General Mills, Sonae, Mars Pet Nutrition and MicroHarvest announce succession plans, an interim appointment and changes to their executive structures.
HR alert (I): Pet players appoint new executives across key business functions

HR alert (I): Pet players appoint new executives across key business functions

zooplus, Omni Pet, GEVO, MPM Products and Natural Line announce appointments spanning technology, commercial strategy, marketing and regional management.
Data: Cost pressures drive veterinary care delays across UK, US and Canada

Data: Cost pressures drive veterinary care delays across UK, US and Canada

Pet owners in the UK are delaying or skipping treatment, US households report heightened financial insecurity and Canadian research highlights a growing gap between veterinary training and practice.
From veterinary AI to pet wellness: the latest M&A deals

From veterinary AI to pet wellness: the latest M&A deals

Transactions span the US, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, covering veterinary software, pet health, ingredients, manufacturing and consumer brands.
Analysis: Fish oil finds new opportunities in pet nutrition

Analysis: Fish oil finds new opportunities in pet nutrition

Growing demand for pet omega-3s is driving a wave of supplement launches, while supply constraints are accelerating the search for alternatives.
Production update (II): EU pet players expand capacity across Hungary, Denmark, Spain and Romania

Production update (II): EU pet players expand capacity across Hungary, Denmark, Spain and Romania

Nestlé Purina, Algiecel, Alinatur, Leiber and United Petfood are investing in production capacity, automation and supply chain efficiency in the region.
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Pet food and packaging: sustainability is no longer optional
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Pet food and packaging: sustainability is no longer optional

EU packaging legislation is setting new demands for materials, design and production across the pet food sector.
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Production update (I): Latest US pet investments span new factories and facility upgrades

Production update (I): Latest US pet investments span new factories and facility upgrades

Tractor Supply, Elanco and Boehringer are among the players expanding production capacity and strengthening their operational footprint.
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Granovit expands Swiss pet nutrition concepts for global retail
Sponsored by Granovit AG

Granovit expands Swiss pet nutrition concepts for global retail

Iso-Dog® and Iso-Cat® build on a century of animal nutrition expertise, with formulations developed around functional ingredients for each life stage.
Gen Z to Boomers: How each generation is reshaping pet spending habits

Gen Z to Boomers: How each generation is reshaping pet spending habits

A survey in the US reveals that Gen X leads monthly purchases, Millennials prefer to shop for pet supplies weekly and Boomers prioritize premium spending.
Animal health companies expand into high-growth treatment markets

Animal health companies expand into high-growth treatment markets

Cancer diagnostics and kidney disease therapies are opening new opportunities as competition in dermatology intensifies and pricing strategies evolve.
Postbiotics move beyond gut and digestive health

Postbiotics move beyond gut and digestive health

As pet owners focus more on preventive health, companies are exploring new applications for postbiotics, despite limited awareness and scientific evidence.
Pet industry expands support for early-stage startups

Pet industry expands support for early-stage startups

Accelerators and venture studios are investing in startups offering founders financial support, specialist guidance and routes to potential customers.