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EPISODE 88: What is the science behind plant-based pet food diets?

Bramble’s founder and CEO Amanda Rolat breaks down the science, misconceptions, and benefits of plant-based diets for dogs and why this growing market segment is meeting a real need beyond just following human food trends.

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Market Trends and Reports

Report: 4 key trends shaping the pet food industry

In its 2025 Dog and Cat Report, APPA noted a growth in cat ownership, premium nutrition and functional pet foods.

According to APPA's latest report, Gen Z and Millennial men are adopting cats at unprecedented rates, dismantling outdated stereotypes and ushering in the era of the 'Cat Dad.'

NARA supports EPA proposal to increase renewable fuel targets

New Renewable Volume Obligation would expand use of rendered fats in low-carbon fuel production.

Rendered animal fats and other by-products processed by NARA members are key feedstocks in the production of biodiesel and renewable diesel.

PureBites expands sales and marketing team

Three new team members will support brand growth across North America.

Pure Bites Expands Sales & Marketing Teams

Nutriment buys Graf Barf marking sixth acquisition in 2025

Stockholm-based premium pet nutrition supplier, The Nutriment Company, continues aggressive expansion strategy with German raw food producer acquisition that will serve as central European distribution hub.

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France tops cat ownership rates in Europe 2023; Germany tops population

Poland’s high per capita cat ownership, in line with its elevated dog ownership rate, suggests a robust companion animal culture relative to population size.

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General Mills launches fresh pet food line, brings Edgard & Cooper to US market

General Mills expands its pet food portfolio with two major product launches targeting premium and fresh food segments.

Pet food companies step up as animal surrender rates spike

One industry leader explores innovative partnership models to support overwhelmed shelters as traditional funding sources decline amid economic pressures.

With today's economic pressures, many shelters report being overwhelmed by demand for their pet food pantry programs, while simultaneously seeing an increase in pet surrenders.

Bunting Magnetics chairman Robert Bunting dies at 76

Bunting Magnetics Co

Robert Bunting led the magnetic separation equipment company for nearly three decades, expanding operations globally while maintaining its family-owned status.

Royal Canin endows clinical nutrition chair at Texas A&M vet college

Royal Canin USA Inc.

Company contributes $500,000 to support veterinary nutrition education and research.

According to the company, this strategic investment will fund the Royal Canin Small Animal Clinical Nutrition Endowed Chair position in perpetuity.

Pet Food Market

Russian pet food market slows amid tax threats

Russia's pet food market reached US$6.2 billion in 2024 but faces mounting challenges from proposed excise taxes and record-high interest rates that could derail its trajectory as Europe's largest pet food market.

According to the author, last year Russia became the largest pet food market in Europe, ahead of France and Germany.

Petaluma launches dehydrated plant-based mixer for dogs

New formula can be used as a topper or complete meal while maintaining nutritional balance.

Petaluma's new plant-based dehydrated dog food offers a shelf-stable, just-add-water option for fresh, balanced nutrition.

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