The brand, Jinx, will roll out three dog food formulas early in 2020 with a mix of high-quality animal- and plant-based ingredients.

Pure Market analyzes as many as 400 quality, health and safety attributes for pet food products, household cleaning supplies, personal care items and other categories.

Fruit, vegetable and protein particulates and inclusions are making pet food and treats more appealing than ever to both companion animals and their owners.

Four pet food, treat and supplement companies are among the Best in Show Showcase finalists.

Positive gains in the company’s cat food and treat portfolio, including Meow Mix, 9Lives and Nutrish brands, helped to balance losses in other areas of the segment.

Rob Ferguson, current senior vice president of pet food, snacks and supply chain, will serve as interim pet food segment president in the meantime.

Packaged Facts predicts online pet product purchases will account for 26% of the entire pet product market in 2023.

Lyka, an emerging brand of gently processed, human-grade, direct-to-consumer dog foods, will use the funding to accelerate growth, expand processing capabilities and add to its core staff.

The new line, Inception, is designed to offer premium nutrition with a meat-first philosophy at a reasonable price for pet owners.

The fresh dog food company, JustFoodForDogs, will use the funding to expand into new key markets and invest in product research.