U.S. and Canada

U.S. and Canada
Changes to human food policy aren’t always right for pet food
Former Pet Food Institute President and CEO Dana Brooks explains why the Make America Healthy Again movement does not translate directly into the pet food industry.
Make Pet Food Healthy Again
Global Commerce
US pet food exports still have advantages, despite chaos
U.S. pet food brands must maintain core North American export markets while strategically expanding into new regions and leveraging available tools to navigate an evolving global landscape.
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Pet Food Recalls
Revival Animal Health recalls canine milk replacers for elevated vitamin D
The recall was initiated after an investigation determined that the product had variable levels of Vitamin D, resulting in both low and elevated levels in some of the canine milk replacers.
Milk Replace Recall
Pet Food Lawsuits, Litigation
Lawsuit claims mixed tocopherols and citric acid negate “no artificial…” claims
The plaintiff alleges both ingredients qualify as “chemical preservatives” under AAFCO and contradict labeling claims.
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Pet Food News
Big Country Raw enters US market
Canada's largest raw pet food brand will launch in six Midwest and Mid-Atlantic states beginning in March 2026.
Big Country Raw Grab And Go
Pet Food News
United Petfood acquires Canadian dry food facility
The Belgian manufacturer's purchase of the Drummondville, Quebec, plant from Legault marks its first dry production site in the country.
United Petfood has acquired the Jupiter dry production site, in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada from Legault Group.
U.S. and Canada
US pet food industry returned to ‘real growth’ in 2025
Moderate but steady growth, combined with evolving purchasing channels and value-driven consumer behavior, is expected to shape the pet food industry in 2026.
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Pet Food Marketing and Branding
Brick-and-mortar pet food retailers seek loyalty through service
At a physical pet specialty retail outlet, employees can be trained to solve problems, while selling products.
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Pet Food Market
North American pet food market projected to hit $36.62B by 2031
A new Growth Market Report forecasts steady expansion driven by premiumization, functional formulations and personalized nutrition.
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News Hound
Map of US pet food makers: Geography shapes industry
While the Midwest is likely to remain the industry’s production core, growth in coastal and southern states suggests a more balanced national network.
Map Of The Continental United States Made Up Of A Mosaic Of Pets
U.S. and Canada
Pet food inflation flat in 2025 as overall inflation rose in December
On a year-to-date basis, pet food prices were essentially flat in 2025, down 0.01% compared with 2024.
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Business Strategy
Cold chain infrastructure is competitive advantage as fresh pet food grows
Investments in cold storage, transport and retail freezer space carry costs, along with increasing pet food’s energy use and carbon footprint.
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