World's Largest Pet Store Zoo Zajac to Close Permanently After Bankruptcy

The iconic Duisburg-based pet store, known for its exotic animals and massive scale, announces closure following financial struggles and failed attempts to secure a buyer.

• Zoo Zajac, the world's largest pet store located in Duisburg, Germany, is closing after filing for bankruptcy in December 2024.
• The store, founded in 1975 by Norbert Zajac, spanned over 13,000 square meters and housed up to 250,000 animals at its peak.
• Financial difficulties, including rising costs for goods and energy, and new regulations on exotic pet sales contributed to the store's downfall.
• Efforts to find an investor or viable business model to continue operations were unsuccessful, leading to the decision to close permanently.
• A final clearance sale will begin on February 17 and run through March, with plans in place to rehome unsold animals responsibly.

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