Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Co.
Food and Beverage ManufacturingIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Co. is a small, family-owned pet-food manufacturer based in Chicago, Illinois, operating in the food and beverage sector. Founded in 1935 by Fred Evanger, the company has maintained independent ownership for decades and distributes its canned products through independent neighborhood pet shops. It has a history of innovation in its category, including the 2002 introduction of a hand-packed canning method that places whole pieces of meat directly into the can. The business emphasizes nutrition as a core value and focuses on products aimed at supporting the health and enjoyment of companion animals. The company is described as the only privately held canned pet food manufacturer remaining in the United States, and it maintains a smaller scale with a distribution focus on independent retailers rather than national chains. In October 2024, Evanger's announced the appointment of Paul Eastman as Midwest territory sales director, signaling an expansion of its sales leadership.