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Creating foods that are tasty, balanced and adapted to the specific needs of your animals is no easy task.

It’s a science that requires knowledge and know-how.

People all over the world trust our products to feed their animals healthy food.

To ensure that we design foods that truly meet their expectations, we are fortunate to be able to rely on certified and qualified experts from different sectors. Thanks to them, we make no compromises on the development of our formulas, on the quality of the ingredients chosen or on quality control during production.  

We are proud of our teams, who work tirelessly to create the very best products. These teams are made up of skilled, dedicated and passionate professionals. As pet parents themselves, they put their heart and soul into producing exceptional foods that they confidently feed to their own pets.

The PLB Experience – a Winning Approach!

Beyond the quality of our products, it’s the ingenuity and pride of all our employees that contribute to our animal’s health and well-being. As avid cat and dog lovers, PLB International employees understand the importance of the bond we share with our animals. Living with pets is an invaluable asset in our industry, as it enables us to better understand thir reactions, tastes and preferences.

Ingredient Accreditation

At PLB International, we are firmly committed to providing superior quality food for our consumers and their pets. We guarantee that all ingredients used in our recipes are inspected for safety and wholesomeness.

To ensure this quality, we place great importance on the accreditation of our ingredient suppliers and the safety tests carried out on ingredients. All our suppliers are reliable and comply with the most stringent food safety standards. We also test every batch of ingredients to ensure they meet our quality standards. We believe it’s our responsibility to provide safe, tasty food, and we’re committed to maintaining these high standards.

Quality Assurance from A to Z

We keep a close eye on every stage of production, with numerous control and monitoring points to guarantee the quality and safety of every batch of finished product.

Extrusion, for example, is one of the most important stages through which all our products pass to ensure perfection. Numerous parameters are constantly monitored to ensure the shape, hardness, density and integrity of every kibble we manufacture.

Rigour on all Points

We strictly follow the principles of the HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) program in every step of our process, from the receipt of raw materials to the storage of our finished products. We consider product and ingredient quality to be of crucial importance, and ensure that only products meeting our rigorous standards are shipped to our distribution chain. Our quality control experts do their utmost to ensure that our products are free from any risk of contamination, in order to provide animals with safe and healthy food.

In addition, we are also committed to sustainable practices to minimize our environmental impact, reflecting our social responsibility to our community and our planet.

Animal Health and Nutrition Expertise

With us, the well-being of dogs and cats is a top priority, which is why we’ve assembled a dedicated team of nutrition experts who work tirelessly to design the very best products.  Our team also includes a veterinary consultant, who advises us on the latest advances in animal nutrition to ensure that our products meet the specific nutritional needs of each animal. We’re proud to say that all our formulas are carefully developed to meet the highest nutritional standards, set by the AAFCO (American Association of Food Control Officers).

We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re committed to providing a healthy, balanced diet for all pets, so they can live happy, healthy lives.

Support Teams

The PLB International team is made up of experts with many years’ experience in the field. Our recipe formulators work passionately to design products that meet the highest standards of quality, taste and nutrition. Our field sales team provides customized solutions to retailers and maintains positive, long-term relationships. Brand ambassadors in marketing are creative specialists who work to promote our products through merchandising strategies.

Finally, our customer service team comprises competent, friendly colleagues who are always on hand to provide outstanding service to our customers. We believe that it’s the expertise and passion of each team member that enables us to continue offering superior products meeting the needs of every pet.

Our Standards and Certifications

At PLB International, we adhere to rigorous safety practices and work with suppliers who hold industry certifications to ensure that every product we create meets the highest standards. Our commitment to the well-being of your furry companions is reflected in our dedication to quality control, ingredient sourcing, and production processes. With certifications attesting our excellence in pet food manufacturing, you can trust us to provide your pets with nutritious and safe meals they’ll love.

In the agri-food industry, food safety is a top priority, and this applies equally to pet food and human food. FSSC 22000 certification is an internationally recognized food safety program that offers pet food manufacturers a rigorous framework for managing overall risks and ensuring the quality of the products.

HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) is a systematic method for ensuring food safety by identifying, assessing and controlling potential hazards throughout the food chain, implementing critical control points to prevent risks, and ensuring continuous monitoring to protect consumer health. This method is at the heart of our daily work at PLB.

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are essential in the pharmaceutical and food industries. They ensure product quality, safety, and efficacy, reduce health risks for consumers, ensure regulatory compliance, enhance the company's reputation, and build public trust in its products. GMP is critical for maintaining high standards in production and distribution.

Dolphin Safe certification guarantees that fish products are caught without harming dolphins. It protects these vulnerable species, promotes more responsible fishing methods and offers consumers an ethical option, contributing to the preservation of marine biodiversity and the conservation of ocean ecosystems.

Ocean Trust certification guarantees the sustainability of seafood products, preserving marine ecosystems and supporting responsible fisheries. It assures consumers of healthy, environmentally-friendly seafood products, contributing to ocean conservation and global food security.

The "Aliments préparés au Québec" certification is relevant because it promotes local food products, encourages support for Quebec farmers and businesses, stimulates the regional economy, reduces transportation-related emissions, promotes food freshness, and reinforces culinary identity and consumer confidence in the quality of Quebec products. It thus contributes to the province's sustainable development.

CTPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) certification is essential for our manufacturing plant as it strengthens supply chain security, protects product integrity, and enhances our market credibility. This certification ensures we meet stringent security standards, safeguarding our business and customers while facilitating smoother international trade.

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