Market Uncertainty & Volatility: What to Expect for the Rest of 2025
As global markets grapple with slowdowns and trade-driven inflation, the #petindustry stands out for its steady demand. This article takes a closer look at the economic landscape ahead—and why pets are proving to be a reliable bright spot. As we head into Q4 and the final stretch of 2025, predictability has become a rare commodity. […]
Pet Shops Surge to Nearly 3,400: This South American Country’s Pet Economy Booms
On the streets of Santiago, Chile’s capital, #petshops are springing up like mushrooms. According to the latest research data from real estate consulting firm Colliers, the number of pet shops in the city has surged from 530 in 2020 to 1,159 in 2025—more than doubling in just five years. This growth is driven by young […]
Global Pet Cat Population Surpasses 370 Million – In-Depth National Data Analysis
Hill’s #PetNutrition has released its first-ever 2025 Global Feline Report. According to the official introduction, this report is a key resource for feline care, developed by the newly established Veterinary Expert Feline Advisory Team in 2024. Its goal is to provide veterinary professionals with the latest insights into feline health, trends, and care practices. Key […]
These Countries Spend the Most on Pet Toys—Here’s What the Data Shows
A new global survey is shining a light on how #petowners around the world shop for toys—and the differences in spending, habits, and even pet preferences are pretty eye-opening. From big spenders in North America to more budget-focused buyers elsewhere, here’s a breakdown of what we learned. Who’s Spending the Most (and the Least) on […]
How Pet Adoptions Are Reshaping Who Americans Bring Home
New research is pulling back the curtain on how Americans are choosing their pets these days—with shifting preferences and growing worries about care costs guiding who ends up in their homes. Here’s what the latest data reveals about #petownership and adoptions across the U.S. Pet Ownership Stays Steady, But Preferences Are Shifting Overall, how many […]
South Korean Pets Spend Nearly 6 Hours Alone at Home Daily, New Study Shows
A new report out of South Korea is shining a light on the daily reality for many of the country’s pets—and how #petownership is shifting, from spending habits to time apart. The Numbers on Alone Time (and Pet Ownership) The 2025 Korea Pet Report, published by the KB Financial Research Institute, draws on a survey […]
Eastern Europe’s Pet Market: By the Numbers (And What It Means for Brands)
If you’re keeping tabs on Europe’s #petcare industry, don’t overlook Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia might not grab the same headlines as Western Europe, but their #petmarkets are growing steadily—and they share more similarities than differences. From rising #petownership to booming e-commerce, let’s break down what’s happening in […]
Inside the Trend: How US DINK Couples Are Splurging on Their Pets
America’s dual-income, no-kids (DINK) couples are feeling the pinch of today’s economy—higher prices, steeper interest rates, and all the rest. But there’s one area they refuse to cut back on: their pets. A new survey from Insurify, the American insurance comparison site, lays it out clearly: 70% of DINKs are happy to make financial trade-offs […]
Financial Snapshot: Global Pet Retailers See Mixed Results in H1 2025
Global #petretail’s top players have turned in a mix of strong and soft results for the first half of 2025. Of the seven retailers — Pets at Home, Musti, Chewy, Petco, Central, Pet Valu, and Petz—only two posted negative numbers in either Q2 or H1. Overall, their performance was shaped by two key factors: broader […]
Chile’s Pet Shop Boom: Why Stores Doubled in 5 Years (and What’s Next for Brands)
Walk the streets of Santiago today, and you’ll notice a clear trend: #petshops are popping up everywhere. In just five years, their numbers in Chile’s capital have more than doubled—and that’s a sign of a pet market that’s exploding with potential. Young families, shifting spending habits, and a growing love for furry companions are driving […]