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Older cats feeding patterns may differ from guidelines
In-home observations revealed that older cats tend to eat six to seven meals a day, with lower energy intake on all-wet diets and higher on kibble.
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Vet Custom Label acquires Myristol joint supplement brand
The Nutriment Company acquires Zoo Factory
Fresh pet food claims about additives, processing and human-grade may lack evidence
Gold Star Distribution recalls pet food products in three states
Consumers Supply recalls dog biscuits for Salmonella risk
Korean pet treat brand wins Silicon Valley pitch competition
RAWZ donates $240,000 in cat food to shelters
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Pet food M&A takes measured approach in 2025
Fresh pet food claims about additives, processing and human-grade may lack evidence
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Research Notes
Cat food label guidelines differ from predicted energy needs
Researchers surveyed feeding guidelines on 802 commercial cat foods across 11 retail locations in Canada.
Pet Food Lawsuits, Litigation
Law firm investigates Simmons after plant closure announcement
A law firm is investigating whether Simmons violated the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, a federal law that generally requires certain employers to provide employees with at least 60 days’ advance written notice before a plant closing or mass layoff takes effect.
Pet Food Market
Pet brands strengthen communities through charitable initiatives
From digital food pantries to infrastructure investments, these companies demonstrate how philanthropy creates meaningful impact for animals and people.
Market Report
Update: Pet food channel shopping patterns, buyer demographics
Pet food owners continue to bring complexity to shopping patterns among multiple demographic considerations.
Ingredient Issues
Color my world
Artificial and natural food colorings in pet food have multiple arguments for and against their use.
News Hound
Expansions, donations, registrations: Petfood Industry News Quiz Dec. 5-11
The quiz covers a retail distribution move by one brand, as well as the newly opened registration for a major pet food industry event in Europe.
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New model for cat nutrition research: Cat owner involvement
As cats continue to rise in popularity, and more cat food products are developed for them, research can help fill gaps. Enter an initiative involving cat owners.
Market Trends and Reports
Pet food and the evolving approach to behavioral health
Hiring in-house behaviorists and connecting practices to specialist care reflect growing focus on evidence-based stress management for dogs and cats.
Europe
Normandise Pet Food targets growth in North America, Europe
French pet food producer plans subsidiaries in U.S., Mexico and UK as export sales reach 60% of revenue.
Market Trends and Reports
Cat ownership grows, industry expands food and treat options
Top trends in the cat space are beginning to mirror those well-established in the dog space as felines continue to garner more industry attention.
Pet Food Company Profiles
Good Boy Goodies: A transformative year for pet treats
This Georgia, U.S.-based pet treats company is carving its own path, from farmers markets to international airports.
Latin America/Carribean
Mexico's $8.25B pet food market enters value-driven transformation
Economic pressures and shifting demographics are reshaping how Mexican households buy pet food, with premium products and specialized channels gaining ground.
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