Cruciferous vegetables: “Superfoods” in dog and cat diets?
We take a look at kale and broccoli as health beneficial ingredients in pet foods.
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Articles by Greg Aldrich, Ph.D.
An apple a day keeps the vet away … are apples safe for pets?
Including apples or apple pomace in a pet’s diet could be beneficial to pet health.
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How processing affects pet food products, Part 3
Exploring extruded pet food: coating and packaging
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Blueberries: Does this superfood have a place in pet food?
Exploring blueberries for more than just their novelty presence in food for dogs and cats.
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How processing affects pet food products, Part 2
Exploring extruded pet food: extrusion and drying
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How processing affects pet food products, Part 1
Exploring extruded pet food: ingredients and preconditioning
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Carrots: Getting down to the root of the issue for pets
Carrots are a great source of fiber, beta-carotene and flavor.
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Should we be using more peanuts in pet food?
Peanuts deserve more respect as a pet food ingredient.
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Cheese: A fun food ingredient for pets and their owners
An overview of the origin and potential benefit for adding cheese to pet foods and treats.
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Bone broth: Add flavor, water, electrolytes to pet diets
Bone broth is an ancient food with deep cultural roots that pet owners have begun to embrace as a new approach to connect with their pets.
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November 2021
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Giving back is a significant part of the pet food industry, and companies focused on philanthropy want to make connections, not just donations.
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Know what should be included in your company’s recall plan, as well as other requirements of the Food Safety Modernization Act.