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Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson is editor-in-chief of Petfood Industry. Email her at dphillips@wattglobal.com.

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Pet food exports to China not just about trade wars

August 20, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Pet food is impacted by rising tariffs and tension between the U.S. and China, but also by the Chinese government’s role in the domestic industry.

Pet food, products now sold at most top US retailers

August 13, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

U.S. pet owners can buy pet food anywhere today, as 67 of the top 100 retailers, spanning all channels, including online, now sell pet products.

Answering your common pet food market questions

August 13, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Here’s how to find a pet food co-manufacturer, consultant or supplier in our directory, plus where to obtain data and information on the pet food market.

Pet food premiumization drives packaging market growth

August 6, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Pet food packaging is impacted by the same trends and factors affecting product sales: premiumization, innovation and shifts in pet ownership.

Why local pet food ingredient sourcing can pay off

July 30, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Pet owners today demand transparency in pet food ingredients, allowing companies like Champion Petfoods to showcase their local sourcing strategies.

FDA dog food warning hasty, too focused on ingredients

July 23, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Like some pet owners and even pet food companies, FDA’s premature warning about canine DCM fixates on ingredients instead of nutrients or nutritional balance.

CBD pet products on the rise, regulatory status is murky

July 16, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Pet treats and other pet products with cannabidiol (CBD) are storming the market, yet no part of the hemp plant is approved in the U.S. as a pet food or treat ingredient.

High-protein pet food: popular ingredient has challenges

July 5, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

High protein pet food continues to be a strong trend, but it may not be sustainable, and we don’t know the long-term effects on dog or cat health.

Pet food transparency: telling stories to reach consumers

July 3, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

To achieve transparency, pet food companies and industry organizations are learning to tell stories that may better resonate with consumers.

Pet food acquisitions heating up and expanding in scope

June 25, 2018

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

To date this year alone, 31 pet food deals have taken place, including ones involving human food companies, pet food suppliers and other types of players.

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August 2018

The August 2018 issue of Petfood Industry takes a closer look at the top pet food companies in each of four global regions.

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Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

ARTICLES

Pet food exports to China not just about trade wars

Pet food, products now sold at most top US retailers

Answering your common pet food market questions

Pet food premiumization drives packaging market growth

Why local pet food ingredient sourcing can pay off

FDA dog food warning hasty, too focused on ingredients

CBD pet products on the rise, regulatory status is murky

High-protein pet food: popular ingredient has challenges

Pet food transparency: telling stories to reach consumers

Pet food acquisitions heating up and expanding in scope

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