Debbie Phillips-DonaldsonDebbie Phillips-Donaldson is editor-in-chief of Petfood Industry magazine and Petfood Forum.From the Author - Page 4Adventures in Pet FoodSneak peek: Pet food market data reported at Petfood ForumDuring Petfood Forum 2025, several sessions will provide data and insights on the pet food market, including ingredients from around the world.Adventures in Pet FoodThe future of plant-based foods for pets and peopleIf plant-based pet foods and human foods can become more affordable and eschew heavy processing and artificial ingredients, their trajectory may steadily rise.Adventures in Pet FoodHow economic uncertainty is affecting consumer purchasingSome U.S. consumers may be ‘doom-spending,’ purchasing more items due to concerns over potential price hikes from tariffs, avian influenza and other threats.Something to Chew onPet food sustainability progress via robust ingredient dataDatabases under development are starting to provide valuable data on pet food ingredients’ carbon footprints, offering companies a way to reach sustainability goals.Adventures in Pet FoodFeeding of alternative cat foods rises with cat populationBrands offering alternative cat food formats seem to be making inroads with cat owners seeking more feeding options and products for their pets.Adventures in Pet Food5 ways to prepare, plus signs to watch, for tariffsNew or pending U.S. tariffs pose threats to pet food manufacturers and suppliers. Here’s how to watch and prepare for potential market and consumer reactions.Adventures in Pet FoodMore pet food origins: Redemptive treats, filling a voidIn sharing two more stories, about how a dog treat and a dog food company began, we highlight the unique circumstances and market niches driving the industry.Adventures in Pet FoodWhat fluid consumer sustainability views mean for pet foodNew consumer survey reports on perceptions and purchasing behaviors related to sustainability offer valuable insights for pet food and treat brands.Adventures in Pet FoodWhen human food and pet food trends converge (and collide)Humanization, no longer just a trend but rather a foundation of the pet food market, has driven explosive growth but has also created some concerns.Something to Chew on5 human food trends that could impact pet food in 2025As human food and pet food continue their symbiotic relationship in the marketplace, ingredients, digestive health and other trends will play out in both.Adventures in Pet FoodPet food company origin stories keep the market dynamicHow did your pet food company get started? Origin stories in our industry are often unique and inspiring, keeping the market fresh and moving forward.Something to Chew onThe role of health and wellness in pet food todayPet owners increasingly deem health and wellness attributes among pet food’s most important benefits, and brands are responding with more related claims.Previous PagePage 4 of 82Next Page
