Dog and Cat Food Nutrition: Page 26

Pet Food Market

Update: FDA pet food ingredient and DCM investigation

A webinar on FDA’s investigation into a possible link between pet food ingredients and canine DCM highlighted the need for further investigation and research.

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Probiotics may help gut-brain axis to boost pet wellness

Scientists observed that probiotics seemed to have an anxiety-reducing influence on dogs.

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Cats and dogs respond differently to similar raw pet food

Pet food formulators should remember that cats are not small dogs, said David Thomas of Massey University, during his presentation at Petfood Forum 2018.

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BARF, commercial dog diets foster different gut bacteria

The scientists found significantly larger populations of Escherichia coli and Clostridium perfringens in the BARF group.

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Pet Food Market

FDA dog food warning hasty, too focused on ingredients

Like some pet owners and even pet food companies, FDA’s premature warning about canine DCM fixates on ingredients instead of nutrients or nutritional balance.

Beans could find a place in the next generation of pet food — if consumers are interested. | Darren Fisher, Dreamstime

Not all legumes implicated in FDA dog heart disease study

FDA suggests not taking intuitive leaps beyond what is explicitly stated in their public notice.

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Do peas and potatoes really cause heart disease in dogs?

Potatoes and legume seeds can serve as nutritious pet food ingredients, but formulators must balance them with grains or other sources of specific amino acids.

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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming opens in southwest Austin

Woof Gang Bakery, the leader in specialty pet retail and grooming with more than 100 locations across the U.S., announces the opening of the company’s newest location in southwest Austin with a grand opening event on July 21.

Treatibles growing its own hemp for its pet products

Treatibles, recognized for superior pet products, is thrilled to announce the company has partnered with master cultivators and is now growing its own organic hemp in four states, South Carolina, Oregon, Colorado and Kentucky.

Pet Food Market

The future of cat food and treats: trends to watch

Industry experts discuss the possible directions for cat food and treats.

A study conducted by AFB International determined any cat food with gravy was preferred and sustained interest. | nektarstock, iStockPhoto.com

Pet Food Market

New cat food, treat products reflect pet ownership

Pet food manufacturers take on the latest in cat segment trends with new products and expanded lines.

A study conducted by AFB International determined any cat food with gravy was preferred and sustained interest. | nektarstock, iStockPhoto.com

Preserved raw meat pet foods may be more convenient, safe

Preserved raw meat dog and cat foods may provide the perceived health benefits of raw pet foods, yet are easier to handle for pet owners and retailers.

Photo by Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

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