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Petflation lowers to 2.2%; pet food prices ease

Tuesday, October 20, 2026   (0 Comments)
Posted by: Allyson Baros-Kabler

Petflation dropped to 2.2% in September 2026, down from 3.2% in August, with pet food prices declining 0.02% month-over-month and rising only 1.5% year-over-year. This significant slowdown reflects easing pressure on pet owners' budgets as inflation across pet segments, particularly pet services, continues to cool after reaching record highs earlier in 2026.

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