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Some insect-based pet foods imbalanced, low in certain nutrients

Although the study supports the viability of insect protein as a sustainable and nutritious component of dog food, it highlighted gaps in regulatory compliance and the need for enhanced oversight, particularly among South Korean pet food makers.

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Gott Pet Products names Jackie Bulger to lead eCommerce strategy

Bulger brings over two decades of pet industry experience to lead digital strategy for Charlee Bear and Hound & Gatos.

Gott Pet Products, the family-owned company known for Charlee Bear and Hound & Gatos, is excited to welcome Jackie Bulger to the team as its new eCommerce manager.

PremieRpet funds first DEXA scanner for pets in Latin America

The R$1 million investment supports obesity and chronic disease research at University of São Paulo’s new veterinary care center.

Petfood Forum News

Impressions from the Interzoo Pavilion at Petfood Forum 2025

From April 28 to 30, 2025, the Interzoo team exhibited at Petfood Forum in Kansas City, Missouri, U.S., organized by WATT Global Media.

The Interzoo pavilion at this year's Petfood Forum provided companies an additional platform to showcase products, expand international business relationships, and connect with pet food supply chain experts.

Elanco appoints Robert VanHimbergen as chief financial officer

Elanco Animal Health

VanHimbergen succeeds Todd Young, who will remain with the company as an adviser through August 31 to facilitate a smooth transition.

Bob VanHimbergen

AFIA concludes Capitol Hill meetings, installs new leadership

The American Feed Industry Association’s (AFIA) Board of Directors advocated for key policy priorities impacting the animal food industry on Capitol Hill and conducted other official business, including installing new board leadership and directors.

Market Trends and Reports

Survey: Majority of pet owners now celebrate pets’ birthdays

New UK survey data finds 64% of pet owners mark pets’ birthdays with gifts, cards or parties — especially younger generations and small animal owners.

A recent survey by online great card company Moonpig revealed that almost two-thirds (64%) of pet owners celebrate their pets' birthdays each year.

Hill’s and Harvard launch web portal to accelerate pet microbiome research

Hill's Pet Nutrition

New One Health Microbiome Resource provides open access to over 2,000 pet gut microbiome samples, supporting scientific collaboration across veterinary and human health.

Hill S Pet Nutrition Beyond The Bowl Web Portal

Chewy Health backs veterinary training center in new US shelter facility

Company partners with Lincoln Memorial University to fund a learning center for veterinary students inside new Clay County, Florida, animal services building.

Cat In Cage At Shelter Vet Andrea Gantz

Abrupt diet change may model illness in dogs

A study examined how abrupt dietary changes in dogs can serve as a controlled method to study gut microbiota resilience and test digestive health additives.

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Pet Food Recalls

Spectrum Brands Pet recalls turtle food over Salmonella concerns

One lot of Tetra ReptoMin 3-in-1 food for aquatic turtles is being recalled due to Salmonella risk to pets and people.

While no illnesses have been reported in pets or humans, Spectrum Brands Pet is recalling the affected lot out of an abundance of caution and in coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Volare secures funding to scale insect protein production for pet and animal feed

Finnish biotech company to build energy-efficient insect protein facility to supply sustainable ingredients for pet food, aquafeed and poultry diets.

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