Pet food companies today face a pressing dilemma: how to meet soaring consumer demand for healthier, sustainable, and personalized nutrition—without compromising safety, compliance, or profitability. From stricter EU and US labeling rules to the growing backlash against resource-intensive ingredients like fish oil and meat proteins, the pressure to innovate has never been greater.
Leaders are racing to adapt. AI is being deployed to formulate balanced, personalized diets; functional ingredients, such as probiotics, antioxidants, and glucosamine, are redefining health-focused offerings; and sustainable alternatives, like insect protein and algal oil, are replacing traditional inputs.

Premiumization, once a niche, is now the new baseline for growth. The companies that can navigate regulation while harnessing these innovations are the ones securing long-term advantage.
Our Pet Nutrition Landscape Report highlights the latest solutions and innovations shaping the future of the $193B global pet food market. Backed by data, patents, and case studies, it offers decision-makers a clear view of what’s driving disruption—and where opportunities lie.
Inside the Report, You’ll Find:
- The latest EU and US regulatory frameworks and their impact on labeling, safety, and organic certification.
- Breakthroughs in alternative proteins—from plant-based diets to insect-based nutrition.
- Functional ingredients fueling demand for gut health, joint care, and healthy aging.
- AI’s role in pet food formulation, manufacturing optimization, and personalized nutrition.
- Sustainability innovations such as algal oil and precision-fermented DHA.
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