Author: Jordan Tyler

LONDON — Data is everything in today’s IIoT manufacturing environments, including makers of pet food and care products. At Mars Petcare UK, efforts to use pet industry data to promote the health and well-being of four-legged companions are led in part by Analytics and Data Science Lead Jackie Clayton, who provides many passions and mission experiences.”Pets provide so many benefits to people and society, so I feel truly privileged to have the opportunity to use science and data to generate insights that will allow us to make their lives better as well. life,” he said.In the following Q&A, Clayton shares…

LOS ANGELES — Vital Pet Life, a women-owned pet wellness brand, announced on April 15 that it has upgraded its Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) membership status to Guardian level. Vital Pet Life first joined PSC in 2023 as a Champion level member.“Vital Pet Life is proud to continue our work as a sustainability leader within the pet wellness industry. Our PSC membership is an important part of that journey to elevate our corporate social responsibility,” said Donie Yamamoto, chief executive officer and founder of Vital Pet Life. “We couldn’t be prouder that our work, dedicated to operating in the most…

PLANO, TEXAS — Pet care brand NPIC introduced a new dog chew, Flossta by N-Bone, earlier this year. The new chew is designed with a floss-like form factor to help clean teeth and gums in hard-to-reach areas, according to the company.”We are excited to introduce Flossta, a product that demonstrates our dedication to providing innovative and high-quality pet care solutions,” said Sam Chen, vice president of sales and marketing at NPIC.N-Bone’s Flossta is formulated with natural herbs, such as parsley and fennel, to freshen breath, and is available in chicken, beef liver and mint flavors to entice consumption. The chews…

SUN CITY WEST, ARIZ. — An unprecedented collaborative study by experts at the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) and Guelph, Ontario-based Nutrasource Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Services demonstrated the safety and tolerability of various hemp-derived cannabinoids in healthy dogs. The latest peer-reviewed data, paired with other historical evidence, suggests that these products are well tolerated by healthy dogs at doses of 5mg per kg of body weight per day.The study included 32 healthy Beagles who were randomly separated into four treatment groups. For 90 days, one group was orally given a placebo of medium chain triglyceride oils, while the other three…

MUENSTER, TEXAS — After entering the category with just two custom-built freeze dryers in 2018, Muenster Milling Company has significantly expanded its capacity for freeze-dried pet food production. On March 14, the company announced that it has completed a new vertically integrated, nearly 120,000-square-foot facility and warehouse in Denton, Texas, where it will operate more than 20 freeze dryers to begin with.In addition to these state-of-the-art freeze-dryers, the new plant is also equipped with turnkey retail packaging and raw meat processing capabilities. Muenster will be able to develop and manufacture a range of protein blends and nutritional profiles, the company…

LISBON, OHIO — BrightPet Nutrition Group will unveil a refreshed brand presence for its Blackwood pet nutrition portfolio at Global Pet Expo 2024, held March 20 to 22 in Orlando, Fla. The rebrand comes ahead of several new product launches planned for the brand later this year, including new meal toppers, freeze-dried single-ingredient treats and granola treats, as well as new branding for Blackwood’s Oven Baked Bites.New package designs for the Blackwood portfolio aim to communicate freshness, quality and health benefits to consumers, while improved formulations are supported by ProPath Performance Minerals from Zinpro. Additionally, the new tagline — “good…

EAGLE, IDAHO — PetIQ, Inc. announced on March 14 expanding its Minties dental dog treat line to include products tailored to large dogs. The new size complements Minties’ existing portfolio of small/small and medium dental treats for dogs, as well as chicken- and salmon-flavored dental treats for cats.The new large dental treats are intended for dogs over 50 lbs and use the same formula and design found for Minties’ other dental treats. This recipe includes five natural breath fresheners: alfalfa, peppermint, parsley, fennel and dill. The design features bumps and divots that provide optimal abrasion for removing plaque and tartar…

FRANKLIN, TENN. — Mars Pet Nutrition’s CESAR Canine Cuisine brand added a new wet dog food formula to its portfolio on March 12. The new product, CESAR Filets in Gravy Wet Dog Food Mini-Pouch, is designed to deliver the brand’s trusted nutrition in a convenient format.The peel-and-serve packaging for the CESAR Mini-Pouch gives dog owners a “hassle-free dining experience,” according to Mars, especially for on-the-go pet parents and those who want to travel with their pup. They can be used as a complete-and-balanced meal or as a meal topper.According to the brand, the new smaller pouches also offer smaller serving…

MCDONOUGH, GA. — Younger generations are doubling down on sustainable packaging, according to a recent report from ALPLA Group, a global plastic packaging company dedicated to more environmentally friendly solutions. According to the report, consumers between the ages of 18 and 34 are willing to go out of their way in terms of distance, convenience and price to buy products that come in more eco-friendly packaging, and at a higher rate. than older consumers.The report, “2024 Sustainability and Convenience in Packaging Survey,” involved 1,000 American adults and was commissioned by ALPLA and conducted by Pollfish. Younger consumers are classified as…

CHILLIWACK, BRITISH COLUMBIA — Canadian pet food brand Petcurean announced March 11 the expansion of Go! Pet nutrition portfolio solutions. Combining the joy and fun of treats with health and wellness benefits, the company’s new Benefit Chews for Dogs represent the first offerings under its Go! Line solutions.According to research by Packaged Facts, 66% of dog and cat owners admit they are willing to spend more on pet nutrition products that support health and wellness. Petcurean’s new Go! Solutions Benefit Chews aim to address this need without sacrificing the treat experience, as research has also shown that 84% of dog…