Category: Pet Industry Trends
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Pandemic Pets: Where Are They Now?
Imagine it’s 2020: lockdowns are in full swing, your social life is a string of glitchy video calls, and a furry or whiskered friend suddenly feels like the ultimate cure for cabin fever. But five years later, in 2025, where are these lockdown companions?
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Misleading Markets: A Small Pet Expert’s View on Unsafe Products
Why do reputable pet product companies—ones we trust—continue to market products that are clearly harmful to small pets, despite widespread knowledge about what these animals need?
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Should We Eliminate Plastic from Small Pet Products? Health Risks and Sustainable Alternatives
Small pets like hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits bring joy to many homes, but the plastic products we use for them might pose hidden risks. Plastics can contain toxic additives that may leach out, especially when pets chew on them, potentially affecting their health. This article explores whether we can…
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From Ownership to Parenthood: How the Pet Parenting Trend is Reshaping Small Pet Care
Welcome to the next evolution in the pet care industry: pet parenting for small pets. Rabbits, ferrets, rodents and birds are no longer considered “starter pets” or niche companions. In the eyes of a growing number of consumers, they are full-fledged family members.
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5 Trends Shaping the French Pet Industry in 2025
With 74 million pets and 61% of households owning at least one, the sector is driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements. As a science journalist, pet website developer, and author of 20+ pet care books, I’ve observed how these trends shape opportunities for brands, SMEs, and content creators.
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Rabbits Are the New Cats — And Here’s the Data to Prove It
Formerly seen as “starter pets,” rabbits are hopping into a new role—one much closer to that of a cat or small dog. The numbers are beginning to reflect what pet stores and brands already feel on the ground.
MARIE-SOPHIE GERMAIN 