The Pet Independent Innovation Awards recognized more than 100 pet care products and companies.

The company’s pet food and human food products will be available through Instacart.

The acquisition of Freeze Dried Foods NZ LTD and its subsidiary, Kiwigarden, are expected to fuel growth for the air-dried pet food company.

The company is experiencing softness for discretionary pet product purchases in the face of industry-wide inflation and economic uncertainty.

The latest data shows targeted nutrition as a continued priority, coupled with sustainability programs, protein considerations and package redesigns supporting clearer communication to consumers.

Price increases supported sales growth for its pet food and treat brands in the face of continued supply chain challenges.

The company’s cat foods are formulated with limited, human-grade ingredients.

The company’s newest products include fresh formulas, plant-based dog foods, wet and dry cat and kitten foods, and more.

The new products include new freeze-dried raw treats, vegetarian dog food, reformulated cat food and more.

The initiative follows double-digit growth for the raw-focused pet nutrition company since 2019.