Industry-Specific Solutions
Pet Products. Packaging.
Perfected.
Custom packaging for pet food, treats, toys, and accessories
Compliance Information
All food-contact packaging meets FDA 21 CFR requirements for animal feed packaging. AAFCO labeling guidelines supported. Resealable closures maintain freshness after opening.
Why Packaging Matters for Pet Products
The pet industry is a $150B market where pet parents treat their animals like family—and expect packaging quality to match. Premium pet packaging communicates ingredient quality, brand trust, and the love owners have for their pets. Cubit manufactures across every pet product format. High-barrier stand-up pouches with resealable zippers for premium dog food and treats. Colorful folding cartons with die-cut windows for retail treat displays. Flat-bottom gusseted bags for bulk dry food. Custom pet subscription mailer boxes with fun interior printing. Blister cards for toys and accessories. Bottle labels for grooming products and supplements. And premium gift boxes for pet birthday and holiday gifting. Materials are engineered for freshness preservation and shelf appeal: metalized barrier films preventing odor leakage and moisture intrusion, food-safe SBS paperboard for treat cartons, waterproof labels for grooming products, and corrugated construction for subscription box shipping protection.
Packaging Solutions for Pet Products
Explore our specialized packaging options organized by product type.
Best for: High-barrier stand-up pouches with window, Flat-bottom bags for bulk dry food
Dog Food & Treats
Best for: Colorful folding cartons with die-cut windows, Individual treat pouches in display boxes
Cat Treats & Food
Best for: Custom bottle labels for vitamins, Stick packs for joint health powder
Pet Supplements
Best for: Folding cartons with die-cut windows, Blister card packaging for chew toys
Pet Toys
Best for: Folding cartons for shampoo bottles, Kraft pouches for grooming wipes
Grooming Products
Best for: Branded mailer boxes with interior printing, Monthly treat and toy boxes
Subscription Boxes
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Pet Products
Custom Stand-Up Pouches
Flexible pouches that stand on shelf. Resealable, food-safe, and printed up to 10 colors.
Pet Products
Flat Bottom Pouches
Square-bottom pouches that sit upright on shelf. Popular for coffee, pet food, and granola.
Pet Products
Quad Seal Pouches
Four side seals create a boxy shape that maximizes shelf space. Holds 1-25 lbs of product.
Pet Products
Retort Pouches
Autoclave-safe pouches for shelf-stable meals, soups, and pet food. Replaces cans at less weight.
Pet Products
Custom Product Labels
Any shape, any size, any material. From waterproof vinyl to textured paper. Printed to match your brand.
Pet Products
Custom Folding Cartons
The most versatile box in packaging. Works for pharma, food, beauty, and retail. SBS or kraft board.
Pet Products
Window Folding Cartons
Folding cartons with a die-cut acetate window. Lets shoppers see the product without opening the box.
Pet Products
Auto-Bottom Boxes
Pop open in seconds with a self-locking base, so your packing line moves faster.
Top Packaging for Pet Products
Industry-specific packaging solutions designed for growing brands.
Pet Products Packaging Requirements
Industry-specific regulations and how Cubit helps you stay compliant.
Recommended Materials for Pet Products
High-Barrier Films
- Metalized PET/PE for odor barrier
- Foil-lined kraft for natural look
- Clear window film for product visibility
- Matte finish for premium aesthetic
Corrugated Board
- E-flute for subscription mailers
- B-flute for heavy pet products
- White coated for vibrant printing
- Kraft for natural aesthetics
SBS Paperboard
- Food-safe FDA compliant board
- Premium white printing surface
- Die-cut compatible for windows
- Multiple caliper options
Label Stock
- Waterproof for grooming products
- Clear labels for supplements
- Metallic foil for premium branding
- Matte finish for artisan look
Brand Positioning Guide
Choose packaging that aligns with your brand's market position.
Premium Human-Grade
High-end pet food brands positioning as human-grade quality. Clean minimalist packaging with sophisticated typography that rivals premium human food brands.
- Matte white stand-up pouches
- Soft-touch lamination
- Minimal typography with ingredient focus
- Embossed paw print accents
Fun & Playful
Mass-market and mid-tier pet brands with energetic, colorful packaging designed for shelf impact and social media shareability.
- Vibrant full-color cartons with windows
- Cartoon pet illustrations
- Bold playful typography
- Instagram-worthy subscription boxes
Natural & Organic
Clean-label pet food brands emphasizing natural ingredients, organic certification, and sustainable sourcing. Earth-toned packaging with farm-to-bowl storytelling.
- Kraft stand-up pouches
- Botanical ingredient illustrations
- Compostable materials throughout
- Hand-drawn brand typography
Compliance & Certifications
FDA Food-Contact Safe
All food-contact packaging materials meet FDA 21 CFR requirements for animal feed and pet food packaging safety standards.
AAFCO Labeling
Packaging templates supporting Association of American Feed Control Officials labeling guidelines for guaranteed analysis panels and ingredient statements.
FSC Certification
Forest Stewardship Council certified paperboard and paper components from responsibly managed forests with chain of custody documentation.
BPI Compostable
Biodegradable Products Institute certified compostable materials meeting ASTM D6400 standards for commercial and home composting.
ISO 9001 Quality
Quality management system ensuring consistent print quality, barrier performance, and structural integrity across all production runs.
SQF Certified
Safe Quality Food program certification ensuring packaging manufacturing meets global food safety standards.
Pet Products Packaging Trends
Clean Premium
Matte white and soft grey packaging with minimalist typography, subtle paw print embossing, and human-grade aesthetic. Premium pet food packaging that looks as refined as the best human food brands.
Playful Bold
Bright vibrant colors in orange, teal, and yellow with cartoon pet illustrations, fun typography, and energetic patterns. Joyful packaging designed to pop on shelf and drive social media sharing.
Natural Organic
Earth-toned kraft packaging with botanical illustrations, organic certification badges, and hand-drawn typography. Farm-to-bowl aesthetics communicating clean ingredient stories for health-conscious pet parents.
Luxury Boutique
Matte black and gold packaging with soft-touch finishes, gold foil paw prints, and elegant serif typography. Luxury pet brand packaging elevating pet products to human premium standards.
Connect with Your Customers
Add digital experiences to your packaging with QR codes and NFC technology.
QR Nutrition Guide
QR codes linking to detailed nutritional breakdowns, feeding calculators by pet weight and breed, ingredient sourcing transparency, and batch-specific recall alert registration.
Freshness Indicators
Color-changing freshness seals showing product condition, tamper-evident first-open indicators, and best-by date QR codes linking to batch freshness data.
NFC Loyalty Rewards
Embedded NFC chips enabling tap-to-engage loyalty programs with treat rewards, points accumulation, and exclusive member discounts for pet parent retention.
AR Pet Experience
Augmented reality triggers launching fun interactive pet characters, feeding tips animations, and gamified treat reward experiences for engaged pet parents.
Eco-Friendly Options
Compostable Pouches
Plant-based compostable treat pouches with kraft-look exterior. Home-compostable certified for organic and natural pet food brands.
Recycled Paperboard
Folding cartons from 100% post-consumer recycled board with vibrant full-color pet brand printing and premium surface quality.
Soy-Based Inks
Plant-based inks for vibrant pet illustrations and brand designs without petroleum chemicals. Improved recyclability for paper-based packaging.
PCR Plastic Bottles
Grooming and supplement bottles made from 50-100% post-consumer recycled plastic, reducing virgin plastic demand.
FSC-Certified Paper
Treat cartons and hang tags from FSC-certified forests with chain of custody documentation for responsible sourcing.
Reusable Treat Tins
Metal tins designed for permanent reuse as treat storage after initial purchase. Eliminating single-use waste while keeping treats fresh.
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