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Dog and Cat Food Nutrition

2 opportunities for health and wellness pet food

Pet food remains central to pet owners’ health and wellness strategies, with consumers favoring functional, condition-specific and science-backed formulations.

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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

Pet Ownership Statistics

Pet generation gap as Boomers humanize more than Gen Z

Pet food marketers may benefit from focusing on older generations, as the human-animal bond strengthens over time, and older owners express a stronger desire to have pets for as long as possible.

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Pet Ownership Statistics

US pet population growth slow, cats rise dogs fall

Along with slow growth rates, pet ownership preferences have shifted as dog ownership declined and cat ownership grew, reversing earlier trends.

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Pet Food Regulations

PURR Act reintroduced into Congress

The PURR Act is designed to establish the FDA as the primary authority in the regulation of pet food ingredients and labeling.

The Pet Food Institute (PFI) reiterates its support of the PURR Act, federal legislation that would modernize and streamline how pet food is regulated.

NAVC launches fundraiser to help animals impacted by wildfires

Veterinary professionals unite to support wildlife relief efforts, with NAVC matching donations up to $25,000.

North American Veterinary Community Launches Global Veterinary Industry Fundraising Drive

4 riders of the A-pet-calypse: threats to pet food industry in 2025

Although the dog, cat, and other pet food markets are not facing imminent collapse, four threats could pose significant challenges for businesses in 2025 and beyond. Apocalypse MEOW!

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Canadian pet food brand secures funds for growth

The company plans to expand further across North America.

Pet community unites to help those impacted by California fires

Donations, emergency relief distribution and lost pet platforms are helping both families and animals as the Los Angeles fires continue to burn.

Pets Global has distributed over 11,000 pounds of wet and dry dog and cat food to help those impacted by the Los Angeles fires.

Pet Food Safety

LA officials advise against raw pet foods after bird flu outbreak in cats

Several pet cats died or were euthanized after contracting highly pathogenic avian influenza. Evidence points to raw pet products as the vector for the virus.

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Pet Food Safety

7 bird flu cases in cats confirmed in LA out of 74 in US since 2022

While cases in late 2024 drew attention to the issue, U.S. federal authorities have recorded 74 confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in domestic cats since 2022.

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Market Trends and Reports

General Mills pet food sales fell 4% in FY24 compared to FY23

General Mills made several acquisitions in 2024.

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Petfood Forum News

Insightful educational opportunities await at Petfood Forum 2025

Petfood Forum 2025, happening April 28-30 in Kansas City, will offer five educational tracks diving into pet food market trends, technology, nutrition, ingredients and leadership development.

Petfood Forum 2025 will offer five education track covering the pet food market, technology, nutrition, ingredients, and career development and leadership.

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