10. PetSmart introduces new CEO (October 25)
 Ken Hicks will take on the role of president and CEO for the pet retailer by the end of the month.

9. Tractor Supply to acquire pet pharmacy (October 28)
 The rural lifestyle retailer announced its plan to purchase online pet and animal pharmacy Allivet.

8. Bramble receives investment from Lewis Hamilton (October 10)
 The British race car driver will work with the brand to highlight its plant-based approach to dog nutrition.

7. Mars ramps up regenerative agriculture in pet food supply chain (October 16)
 Mars Petcare US and Royal Canin USA will help implement regenerative farming practices throughout 150,000 acres across North America.

6. Pet Food Processing Exchange celebrates successful inaugural event (October 15)
 The educational and networking event brought nearly 300 professionals together in Kansas City. 

5. FDA releases final enforcement policy on AAFCO-defined ingredients (October 25)
 Under GFI #293, the agency would not enforce animal food additive requirements on ingredients listed in the 2024 AAFCO Official Publication.

4. KSU proposes new ingredient review process for AAFCO (October 3)
 The proposal would replace AAFCO’s previous MOU with the FDA. 

3. Ollie acquires AI pet health screening company (October 4)
 Through its acquisition of DIG Labs, the company aims to provide more personalized nutrition to dogs.

2. Walmart expands pet care offerings (October 11)
 The retailer is opening new service center locations to provide online vet access, prescription delivery and more pet food offerings.

1. Purina sales slow to climb (October 18)
 Despite low, single-digit growth, the pet care giant continues to lead Nestlé’s business.

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