Phillips Pet Food & Supplies has announced a national distribution partnership with Bil-Jac, making the family-owned dog food and treat brand available to independent pet retailers through all 10 of its distribution centres across the United States.
The agreement enables retailers to source Bil-Jac products through their existing Phillips orders, without the need for a new vendor setup, separate freight arrangements or minimum order requirements beyond Phillips’ standard terms.
“Bil-Jac is exactly the kind of brand independent retailers win with – a genuine heritage story, differentiated manufacturing and generations of loyal customers,” said Jessica Morris, Chief Commercial Officer at Phillips Pet Food & Supplies. “By launching Bil-Jac nationally across our entire distribution network, we’re making it easy for every retailer we serve to put that story on their shelves.”
Founded in 1947 by brothers Bill and Jack Kelly, Bil-Jac remains family-owned and manufactures its products in company-owned US facilities. The company received the first US patent for dog food in 1951 and uses its proprietary Nutri-Lock small-batch, slow-cooked manufacturing process, incorporating fresh chicken into its recipes. Its Liver Treats are widely recognised by trainers and pet owners, while its partnership with America’s VetDogs has raised more than US$1.25 million to provide assistance dogs for disabled veterans and first responders.
According to Phillips, the addition of Bil-Jac reflects its ongoing commitment to providing independent pet retailers with access to established brands through a streamlined distribution network.
