Lindsay Beaton

Partnerships key to giving back during COVID-19

We take a look at four companies who have embodied the spirit of philanthropy in 2020, even as the global pandemic has changed the needs of the world — and how to fulfill them.

November 1, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

We take a look at four companies (Manna Pro, Merrick Pet Care, Wellness Natural Pet Food, WIlbur-Ellis) who have embodied the spirit of philanthropy in 2020, even as the global pandemic has changed the needs of the world.

Cat food innovations slow in 2020, cat owners want more

While cat trends continue, the pandemic has added to overall slow-growth treatment of the cat food market.

October 15, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

While cat trends continue, the COVID-19 pandemic has added to overall slow-growth treatment of the cat food market.

Lessons learned: v-dog’s packaging sustainability journey

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

October 9, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

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.

Fresh food’s place in the pet food world

A specialized segment is gaining more traction thanks to consumer shifts in what they want on their own plates.

October 9, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

A specialized segment, fresh pet food is gaining more traction thanks to consumer shifts in what they want to eat for their own nutrition.

Functional ingredients step in as pet owners demand more

Pet parents are requiring more and more of the food and treats they give their animals, and functional ingredient suppliers are doing their best to provide manufacturers with solutions.

October 8, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

Pet parents are requiring more and more of the food and treats they give their animals, and functional ingredient suppliers in the pet food space are doing their best to provide manufacturers with solutions.

JustFoodForDogs takes cooking for pets to the next level

Using public-accessible kitchens and pantries across the U.S., this company takes fresh, restaurant-grade ingredients and highlights pet nutrition.

October 8, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

Using public-accessible kitchens and pantries across the U.S., JustFoodForDogs takes fresh, restaurant-grade ingredients and highlights pet nutrition in their formulas.

Functional ingredient solutions for pet food formulations

Evolving standards require evolved solutions among ingredient suppliers.

October 8, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

Evolving pet food ingredient standards require evolved solutions among functional ingredient suppliers looking to help formulators succeed.

‘Other’ pets: A small but important segment to watch

Pet ownership beyond cats and dogs may make up a small part of the industry’s focus, but trends there mirror what’s happening in the majority space.

October 7, 2020

Lindsay Beaton

Pet ownership beyond cats and dogs may make up a small part of the industry’s focus, but trends in the small pet space mirror what’s happening in other segments.