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Dogs need amino acids, not protein; Senior formulations may be hype

Data underpinning nutrition standards may come from older analysis methods and from limited breeds, ages and sizes of dogs.

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Brand Insights

Sustainability Starts with the Formula: How Smarter Formulation Is Shaping the Future of Pet Food Production

Datacor (formerly Format Solutions)

Discover how pet food manufacturers are reducing emissions and driving sustainability through ingredient innovation and eco-friendly nutrition.

Sustainability Starts with the Formula: How Smarter Formulation Is Shaping the Future of Pet Food Production

Hill's Pet Nutrition president promoted to chief growth officer at Colgate-Palmolive

Hill's Pet Nutrition

John Hazlin will lead global growth initiatives and continue overseeing Hill’s Pet Nutrition until a successor is named.

DSM-Firmenich completes sale of stake in Feed Enzymes Alliance

DSM-Firmenich has completed the sale of its stake in the Feed Enzymes Alliance to its partner Novonesis for EUR1.5 billion (US$1.7 billion).

AFIA restructures leadership to boost advocacy, member engagement

The American Feed Industry Association creates new departments and promotes key staff in an effort to strengthen policy influence, streamline operations and enhance member services.

With these changes come the promotion of Victoria Broehm (left) to vice president of member experience and Leah Wilkinson (right) to chief policy officer.

Pet Food Ingredients

Study: Cell-cultured pet food ingredient emits far less CO₂ than beef byproducts

BioCraft’s cultured meat shows dramatically lower carbon footprint than conventional pet food ingredients.

BioCraft's first product is made from mouse cells, a nod to the ancestral prey of both cats and dogs.

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.

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Polish pet treat brand Naturalnie z Kotfina eyes exports, expands portfolio

Also: Germany’s Pets Nature ends deal with Champion Petfoods; and Czech producer Vafo launches new digital division.

Polish pet treats maker Naturalnie z Kotfina is readying to launch export sales to various markets.

Open Farm adds veterinary nutritionist to support product development

Dr. Moran Tal-Gavriel joins the pet food company to lead formulation and innovation across product lines.

Wellness Pet secures $100M refinancing to support long-term growth

Wellness Pet Company

Company extended loan maturities to 2029 and improved liquidity with backing from the majority of its lenders.

Study: Postbiotic ingredient shown to reduce canine halitosis by 27%

A new clinical study highlights the potential of a postbiotic powder topper to improve dog breath and oral health without mechanical action.

A new study noted Superculture Pet Oral could offer a novel approach to pet oral health with potential applications in pet food and supplement formulations.

Lesaffre and Zilor enter joint venture

Lesaffre has completed the acquisition of a 70% stake in Biorigin, a business unit of Zilor, leading to the creation of a joint venture.

Market Trends and Reports

Study: Most pet owners underestimate lifetime care costs

Synchrony’s 2025 Lifetime of Care Study finds pet care costs have risen significantly since 2022, with most owners unprepared for the financial reality.

According to the study, 74% of pet owners said they have faced unexpected pet care costs exceeding $250, while only 31% of pet owners admitted they can comfortably manage a major pet expense.

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