Wounds That Never Heal? The Hidden Dangers of Cats Licking Themselves
For most #catowners, watching their feline companion groom by licking is part of daily life. Licking is a natural instinct — it helps cats clean themselves and manage stress. But what many don’t realize is that excessive licking, especially during sensitive periods like post-surgery or skin irritation, can do more harm than good. When a […]
French pet market (II): Growth in value, challenges in volume
While turnover remains strong, new industry data reveals a slowdown in production and a slight dip in exports in 2024. The French #petfood industry reported a turnover of €4.8 billion ($5.6B) in 2024, up from €4.1 billion ($4.8B) in 2023. According to new data from FACCO, the French federation of pet food manufacturers, industry turnover […]
French pet market (I): Pet ownership steady as population hits 75 million
A new industry report reveals stable figures for 2024, with fish leading the way and homemade food making modest gains among dog and cat owners. A new report by FACCO, France’s federation of #petfood manufacturers, found that 61% of French households owned a pet in 2024, with more than half (53%) reporting ownership of at […]
Russian pet market (II): Over 200 new brands in 2024
With imports down 40% and facing regulatory pressure, domestic production surged last year. Will the trend continue in 2025? Domestic #petfood production reached 1.56 million tons in 2024, a 13% increase in volume year-on-year (YoY). Currently, Russia has 345 active pet food manufacturing facilities. The country significantly reduced pet food imports in 2024 due to […]
Russian pet market (I): Snapshot of a $6 billion industry
Increased consumer demand and evolving retail dynamics fueled double-digit market growth in 2024. Russia’s #petindustry continued to navigate economic instability last year, while adapting to new mandatory labeling requirements for dry pet foods and veterinary products, intensifying import substitution efforts and seeking new strategies to cope with the growing dominance of marketplaces. How did this […]
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Data insight: 2025 pet parenthood costs in the US
A new report highlights price spikes amid inflation and tariff risks. The cost of pet ownership is under pressure due to inflation and tariff risk, with pet parents facing significant price rises. According to a survey of 1,000 US cat and dog owners by online pet marketplace Rover, the cost of treats, chews, grooming and pet cleaning […]
Assessing the impact of Amazon policy changes on pet brands
While imposing some restrictions, changes to Amazon’s bundling rules in the US- and potentially in Europe, too-will nonetheless create fresh opportunities for pet businesses. If you’re selling products on Amazon, chances are you’ve heard about Amazon’s recent consumables bundling policy change in the US. But what you probably haven’t heard is how it’s going to affect your business on Amazon. An end to mix […]
A Look Behind the Scenes at #PetRecovery Suit Packing
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Zooinform estimated the pet products market in Russia in 2024 at 510 billion rubles
According to Zooinform, sales volume in the pet products market in 2024 amounted to ₽510 billion. It has increased by 17.7% since last year. According to Zooinform, sales volume in the pet products market in 2024 amounted to ₽510 billion, which is equivalent to $6.2 billion (at the average exchange rate for 2022–2024). Experts believe […]