Global Commerce

Pet Food Regulations

31 laws and rules for pet food production in Europe

The European Union's legal framework for pet food helps safeguard animal health, support consumer trust and facilitate trade across member states.

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France tops cat ownership rates in Europe 2023; Germany tops population

Poland’s high per capita cat ownership, in line with its elevated dog ownership rate, suggests a robust companion animal culture relative to population size.

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Poland tops per capita dog ownership in Europe 2023, UK tops overall

As pet food manufacturers and product developers assess market potential, per capita ownership offers valuable insight into demand drivers beyond raw population numbers.

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Pet food companies step up as animal surrender rates spike

One industry leader explores innovative partnership models to support overwhelmed shelters as traditional funding sources decline amid economic pressures.

With today's economic pressures, many shelters report being overwhelmed by demand for their pet food pantry programs, while simultaneously seeing an increase in pet surrenders.

Treats, cat food are most profitable in European pet food market

Although both dog and cat treats had higher price-to-volume ratios than foods, pets cannot live on treats alone.

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Partners Group acquires MPM Products global pet food business from 3i

The private markets firm plans to expand the premium cat food manufacturer's reach in North America and Europe.

MPM Products produces premium cat food brands and is headquartered in the UK.

European pet food market at EUR29.3 Bn in 2023; Russia out

From Albania to the United Kingdom, more than 400 pet food companies produced that food in at least 500 facilities.

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Pet Food Market

Pet food prices hold steady while overall 'petflation' hits two-year high in May

Pet food costs remain stable with slight deflation in May 2025, even as veterinary and pet services drive overall pet industry inflation to 2.2% year-over-year.

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Pet Food Market

Chile: Latin America's premium pet food import leader

Chile's sophisticated pet food market demonstrates how strategic importation and consumer selectivity create regional leadership in the premium pet nutrition sector.

According to Triplethree International, Chile isn't just an importer of pet food — it curates what it allows in. This isn't passive consumption; it's strategic selection.

Market Trends and Reports

Report: New Zealand pet ownership holds steady despite barriers

Nearly two-thirds of Kiwi households continue to share their homes with companion animals, with cats maintaining their lead as the nation's most popular pet.

A new study shows New Zealand's relationship with its companion animals remains as strong as ever.

Pet Food Market

Pakistan's pet food industry pivots to local production as import duties soar

Rising import tariffs drive domestic manufacturing boom, but market demand struggles to keep pace with new capacity.

As import restrictions made foreign pet food unaffordable for a large portion of the Pakistani population, many former importers converted their businesses to manufacture pet food.

Market Trends and Reports

Sales and profits drop for J.M. Smucker’s pet food in FY25

Dog snacks made up 54% of the FY25 sales. Cat food and snacks made up 44%.

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