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Survey reveals gaps in pet obesity awareness, owner-vet communication

New data from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention highlights low body condition score awareness and mixed communication around pet obesity.

Pet owner awareness of their dog or cat’s body condition may be improving.

Global Commerce

Kormotech expands pet food distribution to Qatar and Nigeria

With its entry into two new markets, Kormotech now exports to 46 countries, aiming to strengthen its presence in the growing Middle East and Africa pet food sector.

Kormotech supplies 1,065 tons of pet food annually to the Middle East and African markets.

Pet Food Marketing and Branding

The Honest Kitchen debuts campaign to celebrate messiness of pet parenthood

The Honest Kitchen

New marketing campagin spotlights the messy, hilarious moments of life with pet while reinforcing the company's commitment to human-grade pet nutrition.

The campaign coincides with a major growth phase for The Honest Kitchen, which has recently expanded into PetSmart stores across the U.S. and Canada.

Pets Global expands Canadian reach with Natural Pet Distributors partnership

Pets Global has partnered with Natural Pet Distributors to broaden access to its premium pet food brands across Eastern Canada.

New collaboration makes pet food brands like Zignature and Fussie Cat more accessible to retailers across Quebec and the Maritimes

360 Pet Nutrition expands retail presence with Walmart partnership

The freeze-dried raw pet food brand aims to broaden access to minimally processed, high-protein meals through a new national partnership with Walmart.

Using state-of-the-art freeze-dried technology, 360 Pet Nutrition preserves the nutritional integrity of carefully selected proteins, fruits and vegetables.

Kemin mourns loss of co-founder R.W. Nelson

Kemin Industries

Remembered as a pioneering business leader, dedicated family man and global philanthropist whose legacy spans more than six decades of innovation and service, Nelson passed away on April 7 at 98.

Pet Food Ingredients

Report: Rendered ingredients support $51.7B pet food industry

New research highlights the nutritional, safety, and sustainability benefits of rendered ingredients, which made up over 4 million tons of U.S. pet food in 2024.

Scoochie Pet Products announces 2025 retail partner awards

Company recognized two longtime retail collaborators for excellence in pet care, customer service and community support.

B&B Pet Stop was been named Retailer of the Year by Scoochie Pet Products.

Sustainable Dog and Cat Food

Pet Summit 2025 spotlights actionable sustainability across the pet industry

The Pet Sustainability Coalition’s Impact Unleashed program at Pet Summit 2025 drew record attendance and focused on measurable environmental progress, responsible sourcing and zero-waste event goals.

Alltech earns sustainability medals for global operations

Alltech facilities in the Netherlands, U.K., and Mexico recognized for top-tier sustainability performance by EcoVadis in manufacturing and procurement practices.

Dr. Mark Lyons (right), president and CEO of Alltech, is shown with Tara McCarthy (left), global vice president of ESG at Alltech.

Pet Food Recalls

Supercan recalls pig ear dog treats over Salmonella risk

The recalled lot of Supercan Pig Ear Sliver pet treats was distributed between in April 2024 in Washington State.

Supercan Bulk of Miami is recalling one lot of its Pig Ear Slivers Thick Cut Piggy Ear Slices pet treats due to Salmonella contamination.

Global Commerce

Taiwan pet food market grew in 2024 with Thai, US imports

Imports accounted for a significant portion of the Taiwanese pet food market in 2024.

Taiwanese Budaixi puppet theater glove puppets with expressive painted faces of a dog and a cat.

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