Pet Food Market: Page 8

European pet care retailers announce expansions

Specialty pet retailer Musti Group of Finland and online pet retailer Zooplus, based in Germany, reveal strong financial results and new outlets as evidence of growth.

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Brand Insights

Helping you navigate the evolving pet supplements industry

Petfood Industry

Stay current in this fast-growing category with insight that keeps you informed and helps you move forward with confidence.

Helping you navigate the evolving pet supplements industry

Purina opens applications for 2027 innovation prize

Early-stage pet care companies can apply through Oct. 6 for a chance at up to $50,000 in non-dilutive funding and mentorship from Purina and Active Capital.

Business Strategy

Wet pet food costs up to 122% more per pound than dry

Wet dog food cost nearly twice as much per pound as dry dog food, while wet cat food cost more than twice as much as dry cat food.

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Product Launches

Canidae launches Heartland line with Walker Hayes anthem

Canidae partnered with country music artist Walker Hayes to release a new anthem and dog food line tied to a donation partnership with the American Red Cross.

Man playing with two cream-colored dogs in a bright, modern kitchen with white cabinetry and wooden flooring

Market Trends and Reports

Pet treats market to reach US$58.7B by 2031

MarketsandMarkets projects the global pet treats industry to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 8.9% through 2031, citing rising pet ownership, premiumization and demand for functional ingredients.

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Product Launches

Pedigree reformulates dry dog food with GoodBites

The company's new Adult Dry Food recipe adds vitamin-enriched kibble pieces designed to support digestion, dental health, skin and coat, bone strength, immunity and heart health.

Market Trends and Reports

Kansas State survey seeks pet food supplement insights

Kansas State University researchers are inviting pet food professionals to share their views on dietary supplements and functional additives.

Product Launches

Host Defense launches mushroom supplement for pets

New powder formula targets immune function and whole-body wellness in dogs and cats.

Host Defense Mushrooms 100-day immune support supplement for dogs and cats with mycelium powder blend

Mars research highlights 5 science-driven shifts in dog nutrition

Advances in nutritional science are reshaping how dogs are fed, according to experts at Mars Pet Nutrition.

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Adventures in Pet Food

To reach pet owners, focus on outcomes, not ingredients

In developed pet food markets like the U.S. and developing ones like Brazil, owners are paying attention to health outcomes for their pets, rather than formulations.

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Safety & Quality

PFAS in pet food: tracing exposure in dogs, cats

Researchers in Japan find fish-based ingredients may contribute to long-chain PFAS levels in cats' blood serum, according to two linked studies.

Research infographic showing PFAS contamination levels in dog and cat food products, comparing dry and wet food types with bar charts and study findings.

Market Trends and Reports

SuperZoo 2026: Words most heard at this year's show

A few observations from the show floor at SuperZoo 2026, which took place Aug. 12-14 in Las Vegas.

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