EPO Holds its 2026 Annual General Meeting at Interzoo

The European Pet Organization (EPO) held its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 14th, 2026 – during Interzoo- , bringing together members and Board representatives to review the organisation’s activities and priorities for the year ahead.

The meeting highlighted EPO’s continued engagement with EU institutions on key policy files affecting the pet sector, including the EU proposal on the welfare and traceability of dogs and cats, wildlife trade, and discussions surrounding a potential EU-wide positive list.
Members also reflected on several important initiatives carried out over the past year, including events at the European Parliament and EPO’s first Members Seminar in Brussels.

During the AGM, members proceeded with the renewal of several Board positions.
Svein A. Fosså (NZB) was reappointed as EPO President for a new two-year mandate, along with Vice President, Gerrit Hofstra (DIBEVO). Members also thanked outgoing Treasurer Norbert Holthenrich (ZZF) for his valuable contribution to the organisation, while Volker Ennenbach (ZZF) was appointed as the new Treasurer.
Therese Schumacher (VZFS) and Gabriella Ekstrom (ZOORF) were reappointed as full members of the Cash Committee, and Dr. Katrin Langner (IVH) as deputy member.

EPO warmly thanks all its members and partners for their continued support and engagement, and remains committed to representing the voice of the pet sector at European level.