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Next-Gen Pet Food: Cultivated Meat and Feeding Innovations in 2025 If 2025 proved anything, it’s that the future of pet food is already here. Beyond fresh meals and functional chews, the year brought bold innovations — including the world’s first retail launch of cultivated meat for pets. These breakthroughs aren’t just about novelty; they’re reshaping how we think about sustainability, animal welfare, and the way we feed our companions. Meatly: Cultivated Meat Arrives The star innovation of the year came from Meatly , the first company to bring cultivated meat into the pet food aisle. Teaming up with UK-based brand THE PACK and available at Pets at Home Brentford, Meatly introduced the world’s first retail-ready cultivated chicken ingredient in pet food. Cultivated meat, sometimes called “lab-grown meat,” is produced by taking a small sample of animal cells and growing them in a nutrient-rich environment. The result? Real animal protein without the need to raise and slaught...

🐾 Popular Pet Food Brands in Mexico (2025): Local Innovations & International Favorites Mexico’s pet food market in 2025 continues to thrive — blending local innovation with international expertise . From raw and natural diets to advanced veterinary formulations, pet parents across Mexico now enjoy a diverse range of nutritious, accessible options for dogs and cats alike. With pet ownership continuing to rise, many families now see their pets as full members of the household. This shift has driven demand for healthier, more transparent, and premium-quality food options. Whether you prefer raw diets, holistic blends, or established brands, the Mexican market has something for every type of pet parent. 🇲🇽 Notable Local Pet Food Brands in Mexico 1. Marley® BARF Marley® is a Mexican brand leading the fresh and raw feeding movement . Its recipes follow the BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) model, designed to provide dogs and cats with balanced, natu...

Dog Food Recalls in 2025: What Pet Parents Need to Know 2025 has already seen several dog food recalls , many tied to Salmonella and Listeria contamination. Brands like Blue Ridge Beef pulled certain lots of Puppy Mix and Kitten Mix from shelves, while Supercan Bulk recalled pig ear slivers and Savage Pet announced a cat food recall. For pet parents, these headlines can be alarming. But not all recalls mean the same thing — some are voluntary , while others are mandated. So what’s the difference? Why Recalls Happen Pet food recalls usually occur when a product may be unsafe due to contamination or labeling errors. Common triggers include: Bacterial contamination — Salmonella and Listeria can make pets (and humans handling food) sick. Nutritional imbalances — for example, vitamin D overdoses or taurine deficiencies. Foreign objects — plastic, metal, or other materials slipping into a batch. Mislabeling — wrong ingredients or undeclared allergens. Voluntary ...

🐾 SquarePet Dog Food: Changing the Tides of the Retail Floor It’s not often that a new brand enters the scene and makes retailers and pet parents alike stop and take notice—but SquarePet is doing just that. With a science-backed philosophy, ingredient integrity, and vet-formulated diets that actually put pets first, SquarePet is quietly—but firmly—changing the landscape of the dog food aisle. 📦 Who Is SquarePet? SquarePet is a **family-owned, independent pet food company** based out of San Diego, California. Founded by veterinarians and industry insiders who were frustrated by the compromises of corporate pet food, their goal is to combine **nutritional science with ingredient purity**—without the marketing gimmicks or misleading claims that have plagued big brands. They offer a focused product line, including: Veterinarian Formulated Solutions™ – for food sensitivities, digestion, kidney support, etc. SquareEgg™ – a novel-protein, egg-based formula for dogs wi...

Are We Getting Enough Variety in Our Pets’ Diets? What Common Ingredients Mean for Their Health Last updated: August 2025 A recent 2025 report from NARA reveals that U.S. pet food production used over 600 different ingredients in 2024, including a substantial volume of upcycled rendered ingredients like organ meats, fats, and bones 0. As pet food formulators continue to depend on these staples, a key question emerges: are our pets getting enough dietary variety—and could popular ingredients be driving allergies? What the Data Tells Us About Ingredient Variety Here’s what the NARA report reveals about ingredient usage and sustainability: Manufacturers used over **600 safe, nutritious ingredients** in 2024, thanks to rendering and smart sourcing 1. Upcycling through rendering repurposed more than **4 million tons** of otherwise wasted materials—3 million for dogs, 1 million for cats—helping reduce landfill waste 2. Despite the sheer number of ingredients, many pet f...

Supplements Go Functional: Everyday Wellness Trends in 2025 Supplements aren’t just for senior dogs anymore. In 2025, functional supplements became one of the fastest-growing categories in pet care. Instead of pills and powders, brands are rolling out tasty chews designed to be part of a dog’s daily routine — much like a multivitamin for people. This shift marks a major evolution in how pet parents view wellness: not just about solving problems, but about proactive, preventive care for dogs of all ages. From Medicine Cabinet to Daily Routine Traditionally, supplements for dogs were used in very specific cases — glucosamine for arthritis, probiotics for diarrhea, fish oil for skin conditions. They were usually powders sprinkled on food or pills hidden in peanut butter, often reserved for older pets or those with health issues. But just as human wellness has embraced probiotics, collagen, adaptogens, and daily multivitamins, pet care is now catching up. According to industry surv...

Why You Should Consider Going Grain-Free for Your Dog As pet parents, we all want the best for our dogs—from exercise to mental stimulation to the food in their bowl. One of the most talked-about trends in pet nutrition is the grain-free diet, and it’s not just a passing fad. For many dogs, cutting grains from their diet can lead to better digestion, shinier coats, fewer allergies, and overall improved health. If you’re wondering whether grain-free might be right for your pup, here are five reasons to consider making the switch—backed by veterinary insights and research. --- 1. Grains Aren’t a Natural Part of a Dog’s Ancestral Diet Dogs are descendants of wolves, who primarily ate meat, bones, and some plant matter—not corn, wheat, or rice. While dogs have adapted somewhat to modern diets, their digestive systems are still optimized for high-protein, low-carb foods. According to PetMD, a grain-free diet may better align with your dog’s natural nutritional needs, offering ingredients th...