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Global Commerce

Global pet care market at US$200 billion in 2024; Cats rising

The twin trends of humanization and premiumization may continue to spread in the pet food market as similar demographic pressures drive pet ownership growth worldwide.

Research Notes

Chemically cutting meat boosts palatability, digestibility and benefits cat microbiome

The hydrolysis process not only boosts protein digestibility but may also shift gut microbial composition toward a more beneficial profile.

Research Notes

Some insect-based pet foods imbalanced, low in certain nutrients

Although the study supports the viability of insect protein as a sustainable and nutritious component of dog food, it highlighted gaps in regulatory compliance and the need for enhanced oversight, particularly among South Korean pet food makers.

Research Notes

Abrupt diet change may model illness in dogs

A study examined how abrupt dietary changes in dogs can serve as a controlled method to study gut microbiota resilience and test digestive health additives.

Central/Western/Southern Asia

Nestle invests in Indian pet food brand Drools

Nestle stated that this was only a financial investment by the company and that Drools would remain strategically and operationally independent

Research Notes

Olive extract didn’t influence cat food palatability

While online claims that olives affect cats like catnip don’t have scientific backing, olive extract may hold potential as a novel ingredient for cat food.

Pet Food Ingredients

Trends in novel proteins: What pet parents will pay for

New research reveals which consumer segments are most receptive to insect proteins, cultivated meat and invasive species in dog and cat foods.

Global Commerce

10 trends shaping the Canadian pet food market

While Canadians have always shown a predilection for homegrown brands, that domestic demand is higher now with trade tensions.

Global Commerce

UAE, South Africa provide opposite examples of emerging pet food markets

The pet food industries in South Africa and the United Arab Emirates grow as they feed their pets, whether they are groomed lap cats or lion-fighting farm mastiffs.

Production

Mars opens $450M Royal Canin facility in Ohio

Mars Petcare

The Lewisburg site marks Mars' biggest investment in Royal Canin manufacturing and adds to the company’s $6 billion in recent U.S. operations spending.

Global Commerce

Pet food drives exports as Brazil’s pet sector breaks records

Pet food and treats accounted for 86% of Brazil’s total pet exports.

Central/Western/Southern Asia

Economy brands top Indian pet care market, but premium growing

With both domestic and international brands, the pet food market in the planet’s most populous nation is growing.

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