Various social and economic forces had been pushing U.S. pet owners towards cats. Then the pandemic boosted cat ownership rates while encouraging bonding and subsequent premiumization of cat food and treat purchases. 

No regions reported declines in pet food production. Worldwide, pet food and other animal feed manufacturers may have rebounded more quickly than expected from the effects of the pandemic in 2021.

Discover the five trends most related to pet food, which involved changing retail sources, ethical aspects of purchasing, wellness and e-commerce for seniors.

Personalized pet food formulations also attempt to meet animals’ specific health needs. Home delivery pet food companies offer customized feeding options, such as quantity and frequency, and preference options, including specific ingredients to use or avoid. 

How does inflation in the pet food sector compare to the overall inflation rate, which has been raging in the U.S. and other countries during the pandemic?

Learn about the top two pet food business trends, as predicted by the industry, in 2022: sustainability and transparency.

The sustainability trend in human food may overlook the role of nutrition and health, requiring consumer education that could apply to pet food, too.

Pet food companies Molino Chacabuco and Baires SA are seeking to grow in Argentina and other countries by launching new premium pet food products.

The robust pet food mergers and acquisitions scene involves multiple deals, private equity and expanding into other segments, a script followed by Manna Pro.

Along with adapting to the effects of the pandemic, Latin American pet food companies continued expanding production capacity and launching new products in different countries.