Animal welfare

The resurgence of the pet-sitting industry
The increase in travel and return to the office is positively impacting the sector in the US. These are the insights.

Europe proposes new rules on the welfare and traceability of pets
Brussels wants to set harmonized European standards and to control further the online trade of animals. GlobalPETS learn

Chewy to open first veterinary practice in Florida
The American pet retailer aims to open 4 to 8 new clinics nationwide by the end of 2024.

Arcaplanet: new digital features, more stores and sustainable targets
The biggest Italian pet retailer shares with GlobalPETS the achievements in 2023 and plans for the upcoming year.

Cost and lack of awareness: the challenges around vet consultations in India
3 out of 10 pet parents face challenges accessing veterinary services in the South Asian country.

Pet insurance firm Lassie raises €23 million; plans EU expansion
The Swedish company currently insures 60,000 animals in Northern Europe.

American dog owners cutting costs on vet care, pet insurance and grooming
According to a survey, two-thirds of dog owners admit they cut back on personal needs to cope with the financial strain.

Pet Sustainability Coalition: helping businesses to reduce their environmental impact
With its wide range of resources, the Pet Sustainability Coalition has over 10 years of experience in supporting pet

Europe softens organic qualification criteria for pet food labeling
Now that the rule has been changed from 100% to 95% organic agricultural ingredients, will this accelerate the pet fo

The impact excess weight in dogs has on their owners
A new survey unveils the emotional influence obese dogs have on pet parents. Here are the details.

Malta: a step closer to regulating pet groomers, sitters and breeders?
The Mediterranean archipelago wants to create a compulsory register for local pet professionals to achieve a “quali

Stress levels soar: the impact of leaving pets home alone when returning to the office
A recent survey by PetMeds uncovers the toll of separation anxiety on both pets and owners.

New Animal Welfare Law enters into force in Spain
The local pet industry warns that some provisions, such as the sales ban on cats and dogs in pet stores, will impact

Pakistan’s capital bans pet ownership of exotic animals
The Islamabad Nature Conservation and Wildlife Management Act 2023 brings stricter rules. Here is what it entails.

L Catterton invests in Japanese vet sector
A capital injection in Withmal aims to accelerate the company’s domestic expansion in a fragmented market.

Pet Advocacy Network updates its voluntary Small Animal Care Standards
These are guidelines for breeders and distributors of small mammals, reptiles and birds to ensure animal welfare.

Improving animal welfare among pet food manufacturers
Caru Pet Food joins an animal welfare program that commits to a more sustainable farming system.

Czech Super Zoo opens 350th store
The pet retailer chain witnesses a 12% sales increase in the last year.

Victorian government launches Australia’s first pet census
The new indicative aims to support and shape the future of animal welfare in the country’s second-smallest state.

UK officials commit against puppy smuggling
The government is in favor of applying strict measures against animal cruelty and illegal pet imports.