Italy

With growing international sales and new store openings, the German pet retailer eyes further expansion this year.

GlobalPETS highlights the product propositions that captured the spotlight at the Bologna trade show last week.

Although the total number of pets remains steady at 65 million, ownership trends have shifted between 2021 and 2024.

The growth rate is lower than in previous years, with cats accounting for nearly 60% of the market in 2023. GlobalPETS has more.

From emerging tech to sustainable pet care, here’s what to expect in Bologna.

The Italian pet retailer partners with Deliveroo to offer 5,000 pet supplies in the country’s second-largest city.

The pet retailer opens its first international store in Budapest. GlobalPETS has spoken with the company.

There are growing numbers of dogs and especially cats in the Mediterranean country, as established independent pet shops rely on their high levels of service to compete with chains, e-commerce and private label.

Italy’s largest pet care omnichannel specialist, recently acquired by Fressnapf, is still growing but is making sure that data science and insights are behind every expansion decision.

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