Pet Food News

Dog and Cat Food Nutrition

Pet obesity 2023: owners oblivious, vets scared to talk

Pet owners may be largely unaware that there is a problem, especially with their own dogs and cats, despite years of warnings.

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Brand Insights

Omega-3s are Transforming Consumer Demand for Better Pet Nutrition

Corbion

Give pets the nutrition they deserve with algae-based omega-3s, a rich, natural source of DHA with zero impact on the ocean.

Omega-3s are Transforming Consumer Demand for Better Pet Nutrition

BARK cereal-inspired pet treats now at PetSmart

The Snack Pack is now available in over 1,000 PetSmart locations and at PetSmart.com, expanding the collection’s retail footprint to 2,400 locations nationwide.

BARK's new dog treats collection is reminiscent of ‘80s and ‘90s breakfast cereals with unique packaging, mascots and surprises in every box.

Pet Food Market

Mars to invest $140 million to increase production in France

The company will expand four of its units, including the two pet care arms of Mars Petcare and Royal Canin.

Mars plans to invest in modernizing its French pet food facilities of Mars Petcare and Royal Canin.

Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Formulation decisions contribute most to dog food sustainability

The use of animal meals and vegetable by-products helped reduce environmental impacts.

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Petco names executive chairman to board

Glenn Murphy will play a lead role in the board of directors' ongoing search for a permanent CEO.

Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Postbiotics affected dogs and cats differently in studies

Scientists observed that postbiotics influenced the health of cats and dogs differently both inside and out.

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Pet Food Market

Nestlé Purina invests $220 million to boost production in Mexico

By expanding its plant in Silao, Guanajuato, the company aims to reduce its reliance on intracompany imports and enhance its ability to serve the Mexican market more efficiently.

With this expansion to its Silao, Guanajuato, facility, Nestlé Purina will grow its dry food 25% and its wet food 40%.

GEA to open alternative protein tech center

The new technology center in Janesville, Wisconsin, will develop industry-ready alternatives to meat, dairy, seafood and egg, and operate without fossil fuels.

The technology center complements the existing production facility in Janesville and underlines GEA's commitment to innovative and sustainable technologies.

Petfood Forum News

Q&A: Keep up with pet owner sustainability demand changes

How has consumer demand changed in the past few years? What product attributes have become more critical?

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Petfood Forum has largest attendance in show’s history

More than 3,900 pet food professionals from 48 countries gathered for the event.

Petfood Forum 2024 attracted more than 3,900 pet food professionals from 48 countries to the Kansas City Convention Center this year.

Pet Ownership Statistics

In Germany, cats remain the most popular pet

According to a recent report from the Central Association of Zoological Specialist Companies (ZZF), 15.7 million cats live in 25% of German households.

In Germany, 42% of all cat-owning households have two or more cats.

Meatly hits cultivated meat milestone, cuts production costs

Agronomics said its portfolio company, Meatly, has achieved a significant milestone in developing a protein-free culture medium costing £1 per liter.

Meatly’s cultivated chicken protein will be featured in Omni’s sustainable cat food formula.

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