Mar 18, 2026
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The U.S.-Canada trade war that erupted in early 2025 is no longer breaking news — it's a sustained reality. And for Canadians who've committed to buying local, that means going beyond the grocery aisle. Your pets can do their part too.
Canada's pet food industry is worth $6.7 billion (1), and Canadians are spending more on their animals than ever before. That makes pet food a meaningful line item in the household budget — and a real opportunity to put your dollars to work for Canadian businesses.
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To help, here’s a comprehensive list of Canadian pet food brands — a tool to make it easier for you to make the switch. To get on this list, the pet food must be made in Canada and be Canadian owned. That's why brands such as Acana and Royal Canin didn't make our list — even though this food is made in Canada, the brands are owned by a U.S. parent company (in this case, Mars).
Why buying Canadian pet food matters for your wallet
Buying Canadian isn't just patriotic — it may also protect you from price volatility. U.S.-made pet food brands are more exposed to tariff-related cost increases, which often get passed along to consumers. Choosing a Canadian-owned brand keeps more of your pet food spending insulated from cross-border trade disruptions.
You can buy any of these pet foods directly from the manufacturers' websites, but if you prefer brick and mortar stores, Pet Valu is a solid option. The Toronto-based pet store chain is Canadian-owned, publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: PET) and has locations across the country. Most local boutique pet stores in your neighbourhood are also Canadian-owned and operated.
Prepare for the unexpected. Protect your furry family member with Petsecure✢ — pet insurance that offers comprehensive coverage for up to 80% of vet bills.
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Canadian dry pet food (alphabetical)
- 1st Choice Nutrition
- 4 Strong Paws
- Boreal Pet Foods
- Canadian Naturals
- Carna4
- FirstMate
- Gabo Pet Food
- Harlow Blend
- Horizon Pet Nutrition
- Inukshuk Professional Dog Food
- Lily & Jax
- Nature’s Harvest
- Nutrience
- Nutram
- Oven-Baked Tradition
- Petcurean (Gather, Go! Solutions and Now Fresh)
- PetKind
- Pronature
- Vetdiet
- Zoe
Canadian wet pet food (alphabetical)
- Canada Fresh
- FirstMate
- Harlow Blend
- Kasiks
- Nature’s Harvest
- Nutram
- Nutrience
- Oven-Baked Tradition
- Petcurean
- PetKind
- Rollover Premium Pet Food
- Vetdiet
- Zoe
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Canadian dehydrated or freeze-dried pet food (alphabetical)
- CaniSource/Grand Cru
- Formula Raw
- Healthy Bud
- Hurraw
- Puppy Love
- Raw Performance
- Rocky Mountain Raw
- Smack
- Zeal Canada
Canadian refrigerated/frozen raw pet food (alphabetical)
- Back2Raw
- Big Country Raw
- Bold by Nature
- Canino
- Carnivora
- Congo Raw
- Fish Lake Road
- Healthy Paws
- Iron Will Raw
- Just Raw Pet Food
- K9 Choice Foods
- Legacy Pet Foods
- Pets Go Raw
- Raw4Dogs
- Red Dog Blue Kat
- Ryan’s Raw
(Hey reader, did we miss any? If you know a Canadian-owned and operated pet food brand that isn’t on the list, please drop it in the comments below.)
Don’t forget to consider all pet-care costs
If you have a pet, you know the costs can add up fast: food, grooming, toys, and especially vet visits.
According to the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, routine veterinary care for a dog can cost between $4,100 and $5,200 per year. And this doesn’t account for expensive emergencies.
That’s why paying for pet insurance often ends up being more affordable than paying out of pocket for surprise vet bills.
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Instead of absorbing big, unexpected bills all at once, Petsecure helps cover up to 80% of eligible vet bills, including taxes and exam fees.
Petsecure also offers four tiered plans depending on what you actually need — from essential coverage to unlimited accident and condition protection, plus dental and optional wellness care.
Sign up today and you can get 10% off your first year of pet insurance.
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Government of Canada (1)
✢ Disclaimer: The views and information shared in this article are based on my personal experiences and general understanding. The author is not a licensed insurance agent, broker, or advisor, and nothing in this piece should be interpreted as insurance advice or a recommendation.
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Amy Tokic is an SEO content editor for Money.ca. She holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of Windsor. Amy is an award-winning author and has been writing professionally for 15 years, publishing articles in the lifestyle and health sectors. In her free time, Amy loves perusing used book and record stores, and chasing squirrels with wild abandon (a habit attributed to spending too much time with her pooches).
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