Australis Aquaculture and Butcher Box have separately started selling seafood-based pet treats.
Australis Aquaculture, based in Greenfield, Massachusetts, USA and expanding its barramundi farming operations in Vietnam, is a Fair Trade certified single-ingredient, human-grade fish farmer made from the skin of barramundi fish. Launched pet snack “Bala Bark.'' .
Australian Barra Barrk, sold under the Better Fish brand, is now available at all BJ's Wholesale Club stores in the eastern United States. The treats are produced on farms certified by Aquaculture Stewardship Council of Australia and Best Aquaculture Practices, and are hand-rolled and air-dried, giving your furry friends countless nutritional benefits. Offers top benefits and endless fun.
“Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, these fish skins support everything from your pet's agility, teeth and joint health to their cardiovascular system and vision,” the company says. “Sustainable practices employed at The Better Fish farms guide every step of the fish processing process, ensuring every bite is human-grade food ingredients from fully certified food production facilities. I guarantee you will give it to your dog.”
Josh Goldman, CEO and co-founder of Australis Aquaculture, said that as the pet treat market continues to evolve, the company is “a healthy food company that meets the demand for natural and sustainable products produced to the highest standards.” The company aims to differentiate itself by offering “alternative products.”
“The versatility of barramundi continues to excite and amaze us, and we couldn't be more excited to bring barramundi and all its benefits to those who deserve good health: our best friends. There is no,” Goldman said. “This launch is more than just a new product innovation, it represents a new chapter in the pet-human bond.”
Separately, ButcherBox, a direct-to-consumer meat and seafood brand based in Watertown, Massachusetts, USA, is expanding into the pet sector through its ButcherBox for Pet line of dry food, treats, and hip and joint supplements for dogs. announced its entry into the
B-Corp certified butcher box, We deliver grass-fed beef, free-range organic chicken, heritage-breed pork, and wild-caught Alaskan salmon by mail to customers across the United States. The ButcherBox for Pet line is “the same as ButcherBox by sourcing humanely raised and sustainably sourced beef and chicken with no added antibiotics or hormones.'' Developed within a clinical veterinary environment with high quality standards. – Until now. “
“What we learned along the way is that most food and meat companies don't want to put their brand on the label of the pet food and treats they sell,” said Butcher Box Founder and CEO. CEO Mike Salguero said. “We're proud of the commitment we've made to sourcing high-quality, humanely raised meat for this product line. We're also proud of our commitment to seeing our brand at the heart of the packaging. And we want consumers to know where they can trust.''And how it's sourced.'' ”
ButcherBox For Pets treats and hip supplements have been available exclusively to ButcherBox customers for the past 12 months, and the company says it has generated sales of US$750,000 (€691,000) to date. The company is currently adding subscription dry food and plans to expand its pet food line over the next year with additional treats, supplements, meal toppers and products for cats.
“This rollout marks the complete line and a new way to purchase on the standalone ButcherBoxForPets.com website,” the company said.
Bobby Quirk, president of ButcherBox for Pets, said an internal survey found that nearly 60 percent of ButcherBox customers have a dog at home.
“As a company, we pride ourselves on being able to take customer feedback and incorporate it into our research and development processes. Our customers want their pets, especially their dogs, to receive quality products just like their own. They told us they were equally interested in giving. “This is a classic example of this feedback loop coming full circle,” Quirk said.
And in January 2024, North Coast Seafoods, based in Boston, Massachusetts, introduced a new boat-to-bowl pet food line with the following features: Fish-based dog and cat food and treats.
Contains three rows. Fish Fast Dry Kibble Recipe, 2 Food Toppers, and a Fish Oil Omega-3 Topper for Added Flavor and Nutrition now available at all Target stores on January 1, 2024. Each product contains upcycled Marine Stewardship Council certified fish byproducts.
“We are excited to bring boat-to-bowl pet foods to Target customers across the country,” said John Wooner, North Coast Seafoods Pet Foods Director. “Our mission is to provide sustainable, natural and healthy seafood options. Boat to Bowl reflects our commitment to quality for over 65 years and now… This also extends to our beloved pets.”
