Other Events. On July 27, 2026, Central Garden & Pet Company (the “Company”) announced that it has entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) to acquire approximately 80% of the outstanding shares of TRIXIE Heimtierbedarf GmbH & Co. KG, a German limited partnership (“TRIXIE”) together with certain related entities. TRIXIE is the leading European pet supplies and pet snacks company and headquartered in Tarp, Germany. The Company’s press release regarding its proposed…

Results of Operations and Financial Condition . On May 6, 2026, Central Garden & Pet Company issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter fiscal year 2026 ended March 28, 2026. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Other Events On February 11, 2026, the Board approved a $100 million increase in the Company’s authorization to repurchase shares of its common stock. Following this increase, as of February 11, 2026, the total repurchase authorization will be approximately $127 million of the Company’s outstanding common stock. Repurchases may be effected from time to time on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions, or in such other manner as determined by the Company including through plans…

Director — Kay M. Schwichtenberg: Appointment of Kay M. Schwichtenberg to the Board of Directors.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition . On February 4, 2026 , Central Garden & Pet Company issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter fiscal year 2026 ended December 27, 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.