The fresh pet food franchise has inked new store deals for the Houston Metro and Lincoln areas.

The new franchises will significantly expand the company’s footprint.

The company plans to use the funds to establish its second manufacturing facility.

The redesign aims to update the company’s digital presence and provide a streamlined user experience.

The pet retail location will carry the brand’s fresh, natural pet food products.

The new additions seek to bolster the company’s financial, manufacturing and operational expertise.   

Walter George will serve as board chair, succeeding Charles Norris, who will retire.

The XR systems can be used for grocery, human food and pet food, produce and other cold chain industries.

The Petco appliance allows pet parents to customize their pets’ meals based on their specific health needs.

Stellar will add an additional 200,000 square feet to the fresh pet food facility in Ennis, Texas.