10. Stella & Chewy’s expands into PetSmart (May 9)
 This latest retail partnership represents the pet food brand’s third in just one month.

9. Open Farm debuts new ad campaign (May 2)
 The campaign represents a significant investment for the pet food brand. 

8. Nestlé to strengthen R&D capabilities in human, pet nutrition (May 16)
 The company will boost its R&D capabilities in biotechnology and create a new center for deep tech.

7. Customizing nutrition (May 6)
 Using AI, health screenings and personalized nutrition, Ollie is adding science to pets’ bowls. 

6. Global pet food production increases 4.5% in 2024 (May 1)
 Alltech released its annual Agri-Food Outlook, sharing the continued growth of the animal feed and pet food industries. 

5. Royal Canin launches biotics powered pet supplements (May 8)
 The company’s new probiotic powder and soft chew supplements support various aspects of pet health. 

4. Uncertain economic environment leads Freshpet to net loss (May 7)
 Despite facing uncertainty from consumers, the fresh pet food company witnessed increases in net sales and gross profit. 

3. Women in the Pet Industry: Meet Jayne Adamson of Tuffy’s Pet Foods (May 21)
 This sales VP believes industry relationships are the core to building a strong career in the pet industry.

2. PEDIGREE launches sauce for dogs (May 12)
 DRIZZLERS is designed to allow dogs to enjoy different flavors during mealtime, just like humans do. 

1. Royal Canin opens new $450 million facility (May 15)
 The facility marks the brand’s largest dry pet food factory globally.

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