Author: Nicole Kerwin

CHICAGO and INDIANAPOLIS — Skyline Global Partners LLC, a private equity firm, has announced an investment in pet treat co-manufacturer Cosmo’s Superior Foods.According to Skyline Global, the US pet treat market will reach $11.3 billion by 2022 and has an expected growth rate of 10% through 2026, offering significant opportunities. Premiumization and humanization continue to drive the category, with many pet parents looking for natural, human-grade ingredients in crisp and freeze-dried treat formats, as well as those that offer benefits dental health.Founded in 2012, Cosmo’s Superior Foods is a turn-key private label and co-manufacturer of ultra-premium pet treats. According to…

BOSTON — Lintbells, a pet supplement manufacturer, has announced that it has received B Corp status, attesting to its social and environmental performance. According to Lintbells, it is one of 11 pet care companies worldwide to be awarded B Corp certification.Lintbells is best known for its supplement brand YuMOVE, which specializes in veterinary joint products for dogs. YuMOVE supplements support more than two million dogs annually, according to the brand.B Corp certification is provided by B Lab, an international nonprofit that aims to change the way businesses operate, moving away from a traditional financial focus to one that supports employees,…

RIVERSIDE, CALIF. — Three Dog Bakery opened its new location in Riverside on Jan. 22, marking the retail franchise’s continued expansion. The location offers a variety of pet products, as well as Three Dog’s specialty treats including freshly baked cakes, cookies and Pupcakes™.The Riverside location is owned by Danielle Bolbach, a dog-lover who is familiar with Three Dog Bakery and believes the brand is a good fit for her community.Source: Three Dog Bakery Riverside”Riverside is full of puppies and dog parents who want to be spoiled,” Bolbach said. “I knew this would be a great location for Three Dog Bakery.…

BURLINGTON, MASS. — The Wellness Pet Company debuted its new Wellness® WHIMZEES® Natural Dental Treats for cats on Jan. 25. The product marks the brand’s first dental treat specifically for cats.Dental and oral health issues are a growing health concern for pet parents. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, periodontal disease is the most common dental condition in cats and dogs. Additionally, an estimated 70% of cats suffer from dental disease, according to the World Small Animal Veterinary Association. Not only do these issues affect overall oral health, but they can also cause other long-term health problems.Pet parent awareness…

MEQUON, WIS. — Fromm Family Foods announced its first foray into the frozen pet food category with the launch of Bonnihill Farms, a line of gently cooked, fresh/frozen dog food formulas. Inspired by Fromm’s farming heritage, the new line includes fresh recipes made in small batches and formulated with locally harvested ingredients from the Midwest.”My family immigrated to the United States in the 1850s and came to this country with a love of freedom and a value system based on honesty and hard work,” said Bryan Nieman, brand director for Fromm Family Foods, which represents in the fifth generation of…

CHICAGO — Arch Pet Food, a startup focused on sustainable and hypoallergenic pet nutrition, has shared plans to launch two new products in the coming months. New products include Copi treats for dogs and cats and the company’s first complete and balanced dog food formula.The new Single-Ingredient Copi Treats are made from dehydrated Copi, known as Asian Carp, an invasive freshwater fish species. Formulated for dogs and cats, these treats offer pets an excellent source of lean protein and are rich in Omega fatty acids to support overall health and well-being. According to Arch, the formula is the first cat…

TORONTO — On January 16, Global Food and Ingredients Ltd. shared. (GFI) that it has entered into agreements related to its recently created subsidiary Big Sky Milling Inc. According to GFI, the agreements will generate investment capital of $12.3 million, which will unlock “significant value” for the existing pet food ingredients business.The agreements are related to GFI’s agreement with 35 Oak Holdings, where GFI announced plans to raise $11.8 million through an equity investment and debut, and 35 Oak will contribute a $500,000 investment, raising total investment at $12.3 million.Funds from the transactions will go toward GFI’s core business components,…

RANDERS, DENMARK — Globe Buddy, a sustainable pet food startup, has launched its new super-premium, sustainable dog food: Globe Buddy Brown. Formulated with insects, Globe Buddy Brown aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainability and aims to help dog parents address their pet’s environmental impact.”We’ve made it easy to feed your furry friend a healthy and delicious diet while doing some good for the planet, just by reducing the climate impact of dog food,” said Bjarne Gravesen Jensen, co-founder and chief executive officer of Globe Buddy.Globe Buddy’s new dog food consists of protein from black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), which…

MOUNT LAUREL, NJ. — J&J Snack Foods announced the launch of Dogsters® pumpkin flavored ice cream treats for dogs on January 17. The new flavor was developed based on consumer feedback, according to J&J Snack Foods, which has seen many requesting frozen, dairy- free treats for dogs with sensitive stomachs.Dogsters pumpkin flavored ice cream is a veterinarian-approved, low-fat and low-calorie treat, according to J&J Snack Foods. The treat is formulated with real pumpkin and probiotics to support gut and digestive health, and does not contain any artificial colors or flavors.The new flavor builds on other Dogsters flavors including Cheesy Bac’n,…

PARIS — Innovafeed, a producer of sustainable insect-based ingredients for animal, pet and plant nutrition, published its first Impact Report on January 26, detailing its work towards sustainability. The release of the report follows Innovafeed’s B Corp certification and the establishment of its Impact Committee.Innovafeed uses a “Tech for Impact” model to create new agri-food solutions that address various environmental and social issues including climate change, biodiversity and food security. According to the company, agro-industry accounts for nearly one-third of total global carbon emissions. Since its inception, Innovafeed has focused on insects to help address this.In its first Impact Report,…