About Us
At Mars Petcare, we are dedicated to making a better world for pets. We believe that pets enrich our lives and make the world a more wonderful place. Our mission is to provide high-quality, science-backed nutrition and therapeutic health products to meet the individual needs of pets across the globe.
Our Commitment to Pet Health
Our team of passionate and pet-loving Associates is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate veterinary care to every pet. With over 70,000 passionate Associates spanning preventive, general, specialty, and emergency veterinary care, we set a standard for high-quality care delivered through millions of pet visits each year across nearly 3,000 veterinary clinics worldwide. Our purpose-driven team is dedicated to harnessing our combined knowledge, talent, and resources to lead the future of pet care and achieve our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
High-Quality Nutrition and Care
Mars Petcare is a leading provider of high-quality, science-backed nutrition and therapeutic health products. Our portfolio of pet food, care, and treats is designed to meet the individual needs of pets worldwide. From well-known brands like PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, SHEBA®, CESAR®, IAMS®, and ROYAL CANIN®, we offer a range of products that cater to different life stages and dietary requirements of pets.
Advancing Pet Health Through Science
For over 60 years, our Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing science to better understand pet health. Our veterinary diagnostics business, Antech™, spans in-house diagnostics, reference laboratories, and at-home diagnostics offerings including Wisdom Panel™, the world’s most accurate pet DNA test. We are pioneering new ways of helping pet owners better understand and meet their pets’ needs through our pet care startup accelerator and investment fund.
Sustainability and Social Responsibility
Our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS also means a more sustainable world for pets, people, and the planet. As part of the Mars Sustainable in a Generation plan, we are integrating sustainability into the heart of our business. We are focused on driving sustainable practices to improve our environmental pawprint, operating and sourcing responsibly, and expanding access for pets and influencing policy. We support vulnerable pets to get the care they need by tackling pet homelessness and alleviating student debt for veterinarians.
Our Mission
We are on a mission to improve the lives of pets by better understanding their needs through science. Researchers at the Waltham Petcare Science Institute are working with veterinary teams and data scientists from across our entire Petcare business and leading research organizations worldwide to advance personalized pet healthcare. We are also supporting quality research to better understand how our relationships with pets might benefit our mental and physical health.
At Mars Petcare, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of pets and their owners. Our dedication to quality, innovation, and sustainability sets us apart as a leader in the pet care industry. We invite you to join us in our mission to create a better world for pets.