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All of your Animal Product Needs in One Place
Located in Milton Vermont, we specialize in producing & packaging premium quality extruded products for dogs and cats. Our Product Development team is available to help you bring your new product ideas to market with an emphasis on safety & quality. We are pleased to offer low minimum order size requirements to facilitate the launch of new products for our customers.
Green Mountain Animal, LLC is a complete one-stop shop for all your custom formulation needs for companion animal health products and treats. We are experts in innovative formulation and product quality with the ability to manufacture and source a wide variety of delivery options—including extruded chews, extruded sticks, tablets, capsules, powders, gels and liquids—for your unique product.
As a contract manufacturer of animal health products and treats, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and safety throughout the manufacturing process. Contact us today to learn how we can help you create your custom animal health product or treat.
Why Work with Green Mountain Animal, LLC?
- Science-based company led by seasoned industry and technical experts
- Custom formulations with low minimums and competitive prices
- Private label manufacturing of innovative, consumer driven products
- Core leadership in National Animal Supplement Council (NASC)
- USA-based manufacturer
- We keep our promises
Product Development
Our experienced product development team can assist you with formulating your custom products to make a product that dogs and cats will crave while working within your budget.
Samples
To ensure that your products meet your standards for flavor and texture, we will make small sample batches for you to review. We know your time is valuable so we pride ourselves on our ability to make samples quickly using our small laboratory equipment and our full size extruders.
Compliance
Dale Metz, CEO of Green Mountain Animal, is the Vice President and a founding member of the National Animal Supplement Council. With his 14 years of experience working with the FDA and Center for Veterinary Medicine, we can help you navigate the confusing world of regulatory compliance.
Palatability
Green Mountain Animal has relationships with many of the animal rescue groups in our area so we have an ample supply of taste-testers to give us feed back on our flavors. The best formula in the world will not do any good if the animals will not eat it!
Flexibility
We know that you have great ideas for your new products so our facilities allow for a variety of packaging options to suit your needs. Our equipment can handle small or large batch sizes so you do not have to make a major volume commitment when launching a new product.
Full Service
From formulation and ingredient sourcing to packaging and shipping, Green Mountain Animal does it all to provide you with a finished product that is ready to put on the store shelf.
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The Growing Market for Holistic and Natural Pet Products: What Manufacturers Need to Know
The rising demand for holistic and natural pet products is transforming the pet care industry, creating new opportunities—and new challenges—for manufacturers. Pet owners are increasingly treating their animals as family members, and that shift is driving interest in natural ingredients, clean-label formulas, and holistic wellness solutions. For brands and manufacturers alike, understanding this evolving landscape is key to staying competitive and relevant.
Why the Natural Pet Product Trend Is Accelerating
Several powerful consumer trends are fueling the growth of natural and holistic pet products:
- Humanization of pets: Consumers expect their pets’ products to meet the same health and quality standards as their own.
- Transparency and clean-label expectations: Shoppers want to recognize ingredients—and avoid artificial flavors, preservatives, and chemicals.
- Preventive wellness: Pet parents are seeking products that promote long-term health, not just treat existing issues.
- Environmental awareness: More customers are looking for sustainable, eco-friendly products that align with their values.
These trends are no longer limited to niche markets. Major retailers and e-commerce platforms are dedicating more shelf space and visibility to natural and holistic pet brands.
What Defines a Holistic or Natural Pet Product?
While the term “natural” is widely used, it’s important for brands to define it clearly and responsibly. Generally, holistic and natural pet products are:
- Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
- Made with recognizable, whole-food-based ingredients
- Formulated with botanical or nutraceutical support (e.g., turmeric, hemp, chamomile, probiotics)
- Often grain-free or limited-ingredient for allergy-sensitive pets
- Packaged sustainably, using recyclable or biodegradable materials
At Green Mountain Animal, LLC, we work with brands to ensure ingredient integrity, transparency, and clean-label positioning from formulation through final packaging.
Manufacturing Considerations for Natural Products
Creating effective, shelf-stable, and compliant natural pet products requires technical expertise and manufacturing precision. Our team considers key factors such as:
- Ingredient sourcing: We work with suppliers that provide non-GMO, organic, and sustainably harvested ingredients with full traceability.
- Stability without synthetics: Natural preservatives like mixed tocopherols or rosemary extract can replace chemical preservatives, but require precise formulation techniques.
- Palatability: Many natural ingredients have strong or bitter flavors that need effective masking with pet-safe, natural flavor systems.
- Compliance: Even natural products must follow FDA, AAFCO, and NASC guidelines—particularly in how claims are made and ingredients are classified.
Green Mountain Animal, LLC uses advanced R&D tools and small-batch testing to ensure every natural product meets performance, safety, and compliance goals.
Popular Natural Product Categories
The most popular natural and holistic pet products often address specific wellness needs or lifestyle values. These include:
- Calming chews: With botanicals like chamomile, valerian root, and L-theanine
- Skin and coat formulas: Featuring coconut oil, omega-3s, and zinc
- Digestive support: Using natural prebiotics, pumpkin, and probiotic strains
- Joint health: With plant-based anti-inflammatories like turmeric and boswellia
- Immunity boosters: Including mushrooms, colostrum, and antioxidants
Many brands are also opting for sustainable packaging, such as recyclable pouches, compostable bags, and minimalist labels printed with plant-based inks.
Helping Your Brand Compete in a Natural Market
At Green Mountain Animal, LLC, we partner with pet brands to develop holistic products that meet consumer expectations for purity, performance, and presentation. We offer:
- Custom formulation services with trending botanicals and clean-label ingredients
- Regulatory guidance to ensure compliance with all natural product standards
- Manufacturing in a U.S.-based, cGMP-compliant facility
- Sustainable packaging options to align with eco-conscious branding
Whether you’re developing your first holistic chew or expanding a full line of natural supplements, we provide the support to move from concept to market with confidence.
The Growing Market for Holistic and Natural Pet Products: Conclusion
The demand for holistic and natural pet products shows no signs of slowing down. Pet parents want solutions that reflect their own values—clean, effective, and responsibly made. For manufacturers and brands alike, this is an opportunity to lead with innovation, transparency, and integrity. At Green Mountain Animal, LLC, we help you bring high-quality, nature-inspired pet products to life—without compromising on science or compliance.
Contact Green Mountain Animal, LLC
Looking to develop a natural or holistic pet product that aligns with today’s market trends? Let’s work together to create something truly impactful.
Green Mountain Animal, LLC
75 Catamount Drive
Milton, Vermont 05468
Phone: 802-752-4738
Make your mark in the natural pet product space—partner with a manufacturer who shares your vision.