Content about Pet foods

February 25, 2013
Consumers pamper pets with good health

Pet supplies may have had limited growth this past year, but the stars of the segment are healthcare-related products. Pet supplies saw a 2% increase, bringing sales to $11.1 billion, according to Packaged Facts. The market research firm projects that this year, pet supplies will grow 4% over 2012 sales.

October 11, 2012
Kinn introduces products for administering pet meds

Anyone with pets knows that the challenge of getting them to swallow pills is up there with giving them baths.

August 17, 2012
Supplies, OTCs drive segment

The pet category remains strong. The American Pet Products Association expected that consumers will spend $52.87 billion on their pets this year.

June 21, 2012
Shoppers still spending on pets

American consumers still are spending on their pets. The American Pet Products Association estimated that consumers will spend nearly $53 billion on their pets this year, an increase of nearly 4% over 2011 spending.


June 20, 2012
Q&A: Pet nutrition

With more retail pharmacies pursuing pet prescriptions, Drug Store News recently talked to Rob Devlin, Nutramax director of veterinary science division, for some perspective on what the opportunity might be across the aisle in over-the-counter pet health products.

May 11, 2012
Could pet meds be the new flu shots?

The past two weeks have seen two new additions to the list of retailers selling prescription drugs for pets, showing that this space, while still small, is growing in importance.

February 15, 2012
Graine de Vie develops new (seed) body oils

Graine de Vie is expanding its (seed) product portfolio with the February launch of its new (seed) body oils.

October 25, 2011
Natura Pet Products adds two adult dog food varieties to portfolio

Natura Pet Products has expanded its California Natural grain-free line.

August 24, 2011
Shoppers fetching natural dog food

Pet lovers want the best for their furry friends. Last year, Americans spent $55 billion on their pets, according to Packaged Facts, and the upward trend shows no signs of slowing.

August 2, 2011
FDA seeks comments on gluten-free food labeling

The Food and Drug Administration is looking for comments from consumers, the food industry and others about proposed labeling for gluten-free foods.

July 25, 2011
Branding in frozen foods, economy heat up sales

Consumers eating more meals at home and innovation from manufacturers have led to a spike in sales of frozen convenience foods. A number of frozen segments showed double-digit increases in the 52-week period ended May 15.

July 7, 2011
True Natural Cosmetics

True Natural Cosmetics promoted at the conference its line of 100% bio-based sun protection and self-tanning products made with 100% renewable biological material. Organic plant oils and flower extracts and the star ingredient — cupuacu butter, which is packed with essential fatty acids — power Biobased True sun care products.

June 21, 2011
Consumers continue to pamper their pets

Consumers may have tightened their belts in the current economy, but they aren’t skimping when it comes to their pets. The American Pet Products Association’s annual review of spending data revealed that overall spending in the pet category grew more than 6% to more than $48 billion in 2010.

January 5, 2011
Pet goods bark success

Americans still are spending on their pets. The American Pet Products Association projected that consumers spent $47.7 billion on their furry friends in 2010, an increase of 4.9% over 2009.


Sales of pet beds, leashes and inexpensive toys still were strong sellers. Treat-dispensing toys, such as Premier Pet Products’ Busy Buddy, are must-have items. When priced right, they generate strong impulse purchases.


November 30, 2010
Nordic Naturals supplements pets' health with new product

Nordic Naturals has introduced Omega-3 Pet liquid in three convenient sizes.

August 1, 2010
P&G widens specialized pet food recall

Procter & Gamble voluntarily is expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry...

June 9, 2010
P&G recalls lots of Iams cat food

Procter & Gamble voluntarily recalled specific lots of its Iams canned cat food in North...

June 6, 2010
Shoppers lap up all-natural offerings for their pets

Pet products, much like children’s products, have proven to be recession resistant. Sales of all...

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