By product sector, Purina PetCare’s science-based and premium brands were the largest contributors to Nestlé’s overall sales growth. By brand, Felix, Purina Pro Plan and Tails.com wardrove growth, along with strong demand in e-commerce and specialist channels.

There’s more than one way to succeed at sustainability in the pet space, and it’s okay to try a few things until you land on what works for your business.

Open Farm Pet Food’s commitment to sustainability has gained it ground in an emerging Australian market as more pet owners there look for premium pet foods with ethical standards.

As sustainability takes hold in the pet food industry, companies and associations are doing everything they can to make a lasting impact.

Advances in nutrition, care and medicine helped dog and cat lifespan double during the past four decades in the United Kingdom, where dogs now live an average 12 years, while cats’ nine lives last them 15 years.