PAI Partners will provide the pet food co-manufacturer with support to accelerate its growth.

The sold-out show welcomed nearly 18,000 pet professionals — a 10% increase over 2022.

The strategic partnership will support the freeze-dried and frozen raw pet food and treat brand’s sales in the eastern United States.

The Martha Stewart Pet Food brand offers premium kibble formulas for cats, dogs and puppies.

A recent co-manufacturing partnership could be the light at the end of a long tunnel of supply chain disruptions.

The agreement follows a proxy battle over the company’s board of directors earlier this year.

Supplementation depends on raw materials, but may ultimately be necessary to make a diet complete and balanced.

The dog food company plans to use the funds to expand its retail footprint in several channels.

The new lab will provide manufacturers access to high-quality ingredients, flavors and product design expertise.

According to the company, its products will represent a “world first for the pet food industry.”