Dog and Cat Food Nutrition: Page 5

Functional ingredients may boost dog immune systems

Although vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients may support dogs’ immune systems, scientists pointed out several issues with making definitive claims.

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Dog and Cat Food Nutrition

AI in pet food formulation: A developing technology

Does AI have a place in pet food formulation? Ian Mealey of Format Solutions offers his thoughts.

AI in the pet food space is on the move, and will continue evolving for quite some time as it finds its place in the industry.

Human demographics influence dog food choice

While kibble endures as the most popular form of dog food, pet owner demographics may influence potential sales of canned, raw and other dog food formats.

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Weight-management pet food lessons from human food diversification

By focusing on innovation in product design, differentiation strategies and consumer education, the industry may address both market demand and pet health challenges.

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Healthy pet food is Blue Zone for cats, small dogs, reptiles and birds

Although the Blue Zone concept may have been debunked, healthy eating may be a common factor in both long-lived pets and people.

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EPISODE 74: What are the ramifications of the BVA’s shift in stance on vegan pet diets?

The British Veterinary Association ended its opposition to vegan diets for dogs last summer. Trending: Pet Food dives into what the impact of that means to the pet food industry.

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Pet Food Ingredients

IQI, Avebe partner to offer potato protein for pet food

ProtaSTAR is designed as a high-quality, nutritional and healthy alternative protein for vegan and grain-free pet food.

The collaboration enables IQI to cater to the growing trend and global demand for alternative proteins for pet food with a nutritional potato protein.

Live and dead bacteria similarly benefited dog health

In a study using the bacteria Bifidobacterium animalis, both the living and dead forms of the bacteria had beneficial effects on dogs’ health.

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Probiotics help dogs eating high-fat diets avoid health problems

Scientists explored the effects of two probiotics on dogs eating a high-fat diet.

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Market Trends and Reports

Report: 7 top growth segments in pet food and treats

Research from OC&C Strategy Consultants noted protein and clean ingredient trends will drive the growth of single-ingredient product formats.

A report from OC&C said there is increasing popularity of single-ingredient pet food products, especially in treats.

Probiotics and nutraceuticals affect dog, cat microbiomes

A literature review examined empirical evidence related to the interactions of probiotics and nutraceuticals with dogs’ and cats’ gut microbiomes.

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UK producer welcomes study validating vegan dog food benefits

Omni hopes similar developments will contribute to the rising demand for vegan pet food.

UK-based Omni produces vegan dog and cat food food in the Netherlands and Poland.

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