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Pet Food Safety

FDA ban on Red Dye No. 3 to have minimal impact on pet food industry

Many pet food manufacturers have already transitioned to alternative ingredients as color additives.

Natural colors for pet food can come from many sources, including vegetables, like the beet powder pictured here.

Canadian pet food brand secures funds for growth

The company plans to expand further across North America.

NutriFusion names head of product development and innovation

Michelle Bacarella will lead efforts to expand the company's expertise in plant-based nutrition.

Pet Food Safety

LA officials advise against raw pet foods after bird flu outbreak in cats

Several pet cats died or were euthanized after contracting highly pathogenic avian influenza. Evidence points to raw pet products as the vector for the virus.

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Pet Food Safety

7 bird flu cases in cats confirmed in LA out of 74 in US since 2022

While cases in late 2024 drew attention to the issue, U.S. federal authorities have recorded 74 confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in domestic cats since 2022.

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Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Tebrio begins construction on insect farm in Spain

A leader in Tenebrio molitor, the company has broken ground on its new 90,000-square-meter plant, which will have an annual production capacity of more than 100,000 tons of products when completed.

Slated to be completed by 2028, Tebrio's new facility will produce high-quality proteins and lipids for animal feed, organic biofertilizers and chitosan.

Bühler acquires Cerex puffing technology for pet food, feed applications

New technology enhances production while improving efficiency and sustainability.

Puffing is a hydrothermal process that uses heat and pressure to significantly expand the volume of raw materials.

Dog microbiome boosted by higher dietary fiber

Dietary fiber interacts in complex ways with the dog microbiome, suggesting both new avenues of research and potential for new product development.

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Purina awards 5 U.S. startups with 2025 Pet Care Innovation prize

Winning startups across the pet industry – from veterinary care to treats and e-commerce – will compete for an additional $25,000 grand prize this spring.

Purina's 2025 Pet Care Innovation Prize Winners were selected from nearly 150 applicants from around the world.

Inspired Pet Nutrition diverts 100% of food waste through sustainability partnership

The pet food manufacturer teamed up with Waste Mission to achieve a major milestone in eco-friendly waste management.

This milestone marks a critical step in IPN's ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation in waste management.

Naturaw Pet Food secures funding to expand UK production

Based in Yorkshire, England, the company secured a six-figure funding deal to outfit its 15,000-square-foot production facility.

Market Trends and Reports

General Mills pet food sales fell 4% in FY24 compared to FY23

General Mills made several acquisitions in 2024.

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