Pet Digest

 Canada’s Leading Pet Food Brands: Why They Dominate the Market The Canadian pet food industry is thriving, with sales estimated at ~CAD 6.7 billion in 2024 and steady growth driven by pet humanization, wellness-focused products, and premium options. But even with new brands emerging, a few major players continue to dominate the market. Let’s take a closer look at who leads the pet food sector in Canada, why these brands perform so well, and how they balance accessibility with evolving consumer expectations. --- The Top Pet Food Companies in Canada Mars Petcare (Pedigree, Whiskas) Holding the top spot, Mars accounts for about 24–25% of the Canadian pet food market with annual sales over CAD 1.5 billion. Nestlé Purina PetCare (Dog Chow, Friskies, Purina One, Pro Plan) Second place goes to Nestlé Purina with a 16–17% market share, generating close to CAD 1.0 billion in sales. The J.M. Smucker Company (Milk-Bone, Meow Mix) Ranking third, Smucker contributes about 5% of the market, or ...

When shopping for your pup’s food, it might seem like you're choosing from a wide variety of brands. But in reality, many of the most popular dog food brands are owned by just a handful of major corporations—and one of the biggest players is Mars Inc. Yes, that Mars—the same company behind M&M’s and Snickers—is also a global powerhouse in the pet food industry. 🏢 Who Is Mars Petcare? Mars Petcare is a division of Mars Inc. and one of the largest pet food companies in the world. Beyond candy and snacks, they’ve built a massive portfolio of pet brands, veterinary clinics, and even DNA testing services for pets. Their mission? “A Better World for Pets.” But pet parents should be informed about what that really means when it comes to the food in your dog’s bowl. 🐾 Dog Food Brands Owned by Mars Here are some of the most well-known dog food brands under the Mars Petcare umbrella: 1. Royal Canin Known for its breed-specific and prescription diets, Royal Canin is marketed heavily thr...