Annamaet

Who Makes It

Annamaet Petfoods is a family-owned company in Hatfield, Pennsylvania, that makes dog and cat foods, treats and supplements. It is known for science-based formulas rooted in founder Rob Downey's work feeding sled dogs and other canine athletes. The company says all meat and fish it uses are passed fit for human consumption. ^{1, 2}

Where It Is Made

The company says its food is made in the United States in small batches with a slow, lower-temperature cook. It does not publicly name the facility or say whether it runs its own plant or uses a contract manufacturer. ¹

History

Rob and Mary Jo Downey founded Annamaet in 1986 and named it after Rob's mother, Anna Mae, on whose birthday the first bag was sold. The company is still run by the Downey family and celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2026. In August 2026 it renamed its long-running Option formula to Medium & Large Breed Salmon and said the recipe did not change. ^{1, 3, 4}

Worth Knowing

Annamaet's supplements carry the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) seal, and the company says it sources fish through a partnership with the Marine Stewardship Council. The brand is sold in more than 15 countries and in the US mainly through independent pet retailers. ^{1, 5, 6}

1. annamaet.com/about
2. annamaet.com
3. annamaet.com/news/annamaet-petfoods-celebrates-40-years
4. annamaet.com/news/annamaet-option-has-a-new-name-medium-large-breed-salmon
5. petage.com/annamaet-petfoods-science-pet-nutrition
6. petage.com/annamaet-petfoods-teams-with-pet-solutions-group-expands-in-pet-independent-channel

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