Kriser’s petfood store opens first Texas location

Kriser’s, an all-natural petfood store, has opened its first Texas, USA, location in Houston, according to a report. Kriser’s, which offers petfood, supplies and grooming services, opened its first store in 2006 in Chicago.

February 11, 2014

Kriser's, an all-natural petfood store, has opened its first Texas, USA, location in Houston, according to a report.

Kriser's, which offers petfood, supplies and grooming services, opened its first store in 2006 in Chicago. The Houston location will bring its number of stores to 23.

Its local competitors include Natural Pawz, which has 12 Houston locations and three Mini Pawz stores inside pet resorts.

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Pet Food Market

How a Chilean pet food startup is disrupting market giants

Tributo Natural proves emerging brands can compete with industry leaders by focusing on transparency, sustainability and emotional connection over volume and price.

Tributo illustrates how a local company can navigate a market traditionally led by big brands through a clear focus on ingredient transparency, environmental responsibility and emotional connection with pet owners.

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New research documents persistent barriers to advancement despite industry progress on representation.

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Market Trends and Reports

General Mills pet foods up 4% to US$2.5 billion in FY25

General Mills executives stated that the segment improved its competitiveness, including growing market share in dog food, which represented 60% of its U.S. retail sales.

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The two-day event featured facility tours, technical presentations and international case studies focused on supporting independent pet specialty businesses.

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Pet food acidulants market projected to reach $2.1B by 2032

Industry data shows rising pet ownership and health consciousness fueling 6.1% annual growth in acidulant additives used for pH control and shelf life extension.

The growth of the global pet food acidulants market is attributed to increasing global pet ownership rates and heightened awareness of pet health and nutrition among consumers.

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Pet food weathers the geopolitical and economic storm

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Russian pet food market slows amid tax threats

Russia's pet food market reached US$6.2 billion in 2024 but faces mounting challenges from proposed excise taxes and record-high interest rates that could derail its trajectory as Europe's largest pet food market.

According to the author, last year Russia became the largest pet food market in Europe, ahead of France and Germany.

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