ZIWI acquires New Zealand-based freeze drying companies 09.06.2022 By Jordan Tyler The acquisition of Freeze Dried Foods NZ LTD and its subsidiary, Kiwigarden, are expected to fuel growth for the air-dried pet food company.Read More
Chewy sets new record for autoship sales in Q2 09.05.2022 By Jordan Tyler The company is experiencing softness for discretionary pet product purchases in the face of industry-wide inflation and economic uncertainty.Read More
INDEVCO North America announces new CEO 09.02.2022 By Nicole Kerwin Ned M. Bassil has been appointed to chief executive officer, following former CEO Pierre Khattar’s transition to the board of directors.Read More
Instinct invests $200 million to meet ‘explosive growth of raw pet food’ 09.02.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The company is constructing a new, sustainable facility to integrate all manufacturing capabilities under one roof.Read More
Mars taps former J.M. Smucker Co. executive to lead pet nutrition innovation 09.01.2022 By Nicole Kerwin Alejandro “Alex” Cedeno has been appointed to senior vice president of R&D at Mars Pet Nutrition North America.Read More
Ava’s Pet Palace founder becomes first participant in BSM Partners’ mentorship program 08.31.2022 By Nicole Kerwin Ava Dorsey will receive product innovation and business guidance through the Young Entrepreneur Mentorship Program.Read More
Slideshow: Top trends seen at SuperZoo 2022 08.31.2022 By Jordan Tyler, Kimberlie Clyma, and Nicole Kerwin The latest data shows targeted nutrition as a continued priority, coupled with sustainability programs, protein considerations and package redesigns supporting clearer communication to consumers.Read More
Dog food performance improves for The J.M. Smucker Company in Q1 08.29.2022 By Jordan Tyler Price increases supported sales growth for its pet food and treat brands in the face of continued supply chain challenges.Read More
Carnivore Meat Company appoints new sales VP 08.29.2022 By Nicole Kerwin Nick Ebert will direct the company’s global sales initiatives for all its pet food products.Read More
Tractor Supply rebrands retailer Petsense 08.26.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The retailer will now be known as Petsense by Tractor Supply and has expanded its customer loyalty program.Read More