PetFood PRO is the international magazine for executives and specialists in the manufacture of food for domestic animals – the pet food industry. The magazine focuses on food and delicacies for dogs, cats and other small animals, ornamental birds and fish, as well as animals kept in terrariums.
We publish feature articles, reports and announcements about new ingredients, technology, equipment and processes, packaging machinery and materials as well as marketing trends and developments. Readers are executives, product developers and specialists in the pet food industry, including process and packaging engineers. PetFood PRO will be published in English. Circulation is worldwide, with an emphasis on important growth markets.
Issue 4 November 2025 – In Summary
A recent survey concluded that the USA is the most pet-friendly country, followed by Canada, India and Brazil. Dogs and cats are the most common pets in European households, with around 45% having at least one animal. Pet food has become a huge market which is still growing, especially in the premium sector.
Ingredients
- Bioactive Collagen Peptides: Breakthrough Ingredient for Joint Mobility in Pets
- From Farm to Bowl: How to turn Petfood Formulations into Healthier and more Sustainable Food Alternatives to our Pets
- Bitesize Insights: Wet Pet Food
Wet pet food continues to play a vital role in delivering nutritious, palatable diets for pets. This paper explores current market dynamics, key trends shaping the segment – such as functionality, humanization, premiumization, and sustainability – and how ingredient innovation helps address emerging challenges. - Probiotics for key Pet Health Challenges Britain’s first “Microbe-powered” Dog Treat is Launched: Gut Bites for Allergy-prone Pets
Processing
- Compact Pumps Transfer Viscous Puree with Minimal Downtime for Agritech Company
Better Origin replaced progressive cavity pumps with MasoSine Certa Compact units to transfer viscous insect puree for sustainable pet food production. The sine pump’s superior viscous handling, minimal wear, and easy maintenance have eliminated downtime, improved process efficiency, and reduced energy use. - Handtmann Processing: Optimization of site Structures
- Steam-air Autoclaves – Efficiency and Product Safety for Doypacks and Canned Goods
- Upcycled Functional Beef Alternative for Pets Now Launched
- Beneficially Combined Mixer Grinders meet Petfood Production Needs
Packaging
- How Smarter Corrugated Design is Transforming the Petfood Supply Chain
In pet food logistics, smarter corrugated packaging improves efficiency, stability, and sustainability. Optimized case design, palletization, and automation-ready boards reduce downtime, transport costs, and waste. Collaborative engineering ensures heavy, bulky, and moisture-sensitive products reach customers reliably and sustainably. - Inline Tray Sealer is the Natural Choice for Premium Dog Food
- Pouch and Alutray Expertise
Events / Marketing
- CSR: Meeting Challenges with Resilience and Determination
- Interzoo 2026 – A Week full of Business Opportunities and Networking for the Pet Industry
- Fi Europe 2025 Innovation Awards finalists announced
