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The packaging world changes to reflect the business market. And if your packaging falls behind the competition, so does your product. To keep you one step ahead we are committed to staying up-to-date on the latest innovations and trends in the industry.

  • The global market value of pet food in 2007 was $46 billion. (Source: Packaged Facts)
  • Global pet care product sales grew 44.9% from 2002 through 2007. Dog and cat food sales grew 42.9% during the same period. (Source: Euromonitor.com)
  • Since 1991 the companion animal market has grown at 6.6% per year, nearly pacing human healthcare.
  • According to a recent global veterinary pharmaceutical market report, although the pet population has only increased marginally, the key drivers for growth have been the willingness of pet owners to spend more on the health of their animals and the ability of veterinarians to meet that need.

Glenroy Animal Care Packaging is ready to help you in this fast-growing field:

  • Flexible packaging provides benefits over paperboard cartons and other packaging previously commonly used for pet food. They Include:
    • Attention-grabbing shelf impact
    • Pest infestation prevention
    • Closure systems that keep food fresh
    • Lighter weight for shipping
    • Barrier properties make products shelf-stable without refrigeration
  • Marketers of higher-end companion animal foods and treats are using unique constructions that give the package a foil-stamped or other specialty look—increasing the perceived value of the product.
  • Clear flexible packaging materials are being used to create a see-through window so consumers can view a gourmet, uniquely shaped or colored product within the package.

When your new product needs to roll out fast, we have the capabilities and capacity to do your larger job quickly, without sacrificing quality.

Follow these links for more information and industry trends:

AHI
Animal Health Institute
www.ahi.org
APPA
American Pet Products Association
www.americanpetproducts.org
APHA
Animal & Plant Health Association
www.apha.ie
CAHI
Canadian Animal Health Institute
www.cahi-icsa.ca
Petfood Industry
www.petfoodindustry.com
Feedstuffs
www.feedstuffs.com
Pet Product News
www.petproductnews.com