Wellness Pet Company Unveils Expansive Portfolio of Protein-Forward Cat and Dog Innovations at Global Pet Expo 2026
Wellness showed Complete Health+ kibble with freeze-dried pieces, Protein Bowls and a WHIMZEES XL box at Global Pet Expo 2026.
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March 2026
Natural Balance Launches New Solutions for Dogs and Cats at Global Pet Expo
Natural Balance announced four new dog products: Freshly Cooked wet pouches, Limited Ingredient Small Breed Cups, Health Protection Large Breed dry food and Yo-Gut Bites functional treats.
Zignature Launch Expands Limited-Ingredient Leadership into Freeze-Dried Entrées Category
Zignature announced seven freeze-dried entrées for spring 2026: six single-protein recipes and the multi-protein Zssential Recipe. The company says they can be fed as a complete meal, a topper or a treat.
From humans to hounds: The protein boom hits pet food
The article covers Orijen's FreshPrey line of frozen, high-protein, sous vide cooked recipes sold in 16-ounce packs, placing it within the wider trend toward high-protein food.
Petcurean to Debut Go! Solutions Dental + Immune Health Chicken + Salmon Recipes with Grains at Global Pet Expo 2026
Petcurean announced Go! Solutions Dental + Immune Health Chicken + Salmon recipes with grains for adult and senior dogs and cats, shipping to US and Canadian retailers. The company says the extra-large kibble and sodium hexametaphosphate help reduce tartar.
Solid Gold Expands Air-Dried Toppers to Petco Nationwide as Pet Parents Seek Protein-Forward Meal Enhancements
Solid Gold announced that its Air-Dried Toppers for dogs would be sold in Petco stores nationwide and on Petco.com. Pet Age reported that the rollout came with updated packaging across the product line.
ORIJEN Unleashes FRESHPREY, Elevating Fresh Pet Food to New Heights
Orijen launched FreshPrey, a line of gently cooked fresh foods made with a sous vide process, in three recipes. It went on sale first at Petco, with Chewy and specialty retailers following in April.
ORIJEN unleashes FRESHPREY elevating fresh pet food to new heights
The parent company Mars republished the FreshPrey launch announcement, marking Orijen's entry into fresh pet food.
February 2026
#ShowYourSploot: Royal Canin Celebrates National Welsh Corgi Day with the Launch of Corgi Breed Diet and the Chance for Your Corgi to Be Featured in Artwork
Royal Canin launched Corgi Adult and Corgi Puppy diets, which it calls its first new breed formula in five years.
January 2026
A Cheesy Twist on Dog Treats: The Honest Kitchen Partners with Moon Cheese
The Honest Kitchen partnered with Moon Cheese to launch a line of cheese-based dog treats.
Wellness Pet Company Introduces Wellness Protein Bowls to Elevate Mealtime
Wellness launched Protein Bowls, shelf-stable wet food pouches for adult dogs in eight recipes. They launched first at PetSmart, with a wider national rollout planned for April 2026.
December 2025
Zignature Introduces New Zignature Essence and Zignature Inception Lines
Pets Global moved its Essence and Inception dog foods under the Zignature name, with 12 new dry and wet recipes. Inception was reformulated as a grain-inclusive line at a lower price point.
Nature's Logic Redefines "Natural" Dog Food with Pure Naturals Launch
Parent company Mid America Pet Food posted the Pure Naturals launch announcement on its own news page. CEO Jeff Caswell is quoted as saying the line aims to make the brand's nutrition more widely available.
October 2025
Ethos Pet Brands Unveils NEW Canidae Pure Farm To Bowl and Highlights Natural Balance Innovation at SuperZoo 2025
Ethos Pet Brands showed the new Canidae Pure Farm To Bowl dog food line and All Life Stages High Protein for Active Dogs recipes at SuperZoo in August 2025.
Natural Balance and Canidae Unveil Significant Pet Food Innovations at Global Pet Expo 2025
Canidae expanded its All Life Stages line with High Protein for Active Dogs dry recipes (30% protein, 20% fat) and three Chunky Stew toppers, first shown at Global Pet Expo in March 2025.
Blue Buffalo Launches Love Made Fresh Nationwide, Making Every Meal a Fresh Act of Love for Your Dog
Blue Buffalo launched Love Made Fresh nationally in two formats, Scoop & Serve tubs and Slice & Serve rolls, in chicken and beef recipes. The line is sold at Walmart, Target, Kroger, Meijer and grocery stores.
Nature's Logic Redefines "Natural" Dog Food with New Pure Naturals Line That Is Actually 100% Natural
Nature's Logic launched Pure Naturals, a line of five high-protein dry dog food recipes: Beef, Chicken, Sardine, Grain-Free Beef and Grain-Free Chicken. The company says the recipes contain no synthetic vitamins or minerals, and the line is sold only through Amazon and Chewy.
September 2025
VICTOR Pet Food Launches Bully Fuel Formula to Power Active, Athletic Bully Breeds
VICTOR introduced Bully Fuel, a beef and chicken dry food with 34% protein and 22% fat made for bully breeds. It comes in 15 lb and 40 lb bags.
The Most Affordable Way to Upgrade to Human Grade: The Honest Kitchen Launches Essential Clusters
The Honest Kitchen launched Essential Clusters, a lower-priced dry dog food in Chicken, Turkey & Chicken, and Beef & Chicken recipes. It was sold at PetSmart, Amazon and Chewy starting at $24.99 for a 5-pound bag.
August 2025
Open Farm Expands Freshly Crafted Line With New Recipes and Personalized Meal Plans
Open Farm added 11 fresh dog food recipes across four formats, including meatballs and Goodbowl rolls. It also launched an online Meal Plan Builder.
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