Natural/Organic Pet Food: Page 10

8 dog obesity factors: kibble vs. fresh, probiotics, more

Researchers identified lower dog obesity prevalence among dogs whose owners’ reported feeding of probiotics or fresh dog food.

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Brand Insights

Rethink minerals to boost pet health and build lasting loyalty

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Rethink minerals to boost pet health and build lasting loyalty

Pet Food Ingredients

Pet foods may help avoid next pandemic with conservation

Wildlife conservation’s economic value to humanity became clear in the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Market Trends and Reports

The Dog Treat Company nourishes with hand-baked treats

England-based The Dog Treat Company expands into the U.S. and broadens all-natural baked treats product line to meet demand.

The Dog Treat Company’s treats (approved of by Weimaraner Penelope Pearl Pedersen, AKA Penny, pictured) highlight the company’s desire to provide all-natural, hand-baked options with simple ingredients to dogs all over the world. | Courtesy The Dog Treat Company

Korean foods inspire fermented chicken dog snacks

Fermented chicken could serve as a functional ingredient in dog treats and snacks.

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Pet Food Market

UK pet food market forecast at GBP2.9 bil in 2020

Mintel’s analysts surveyed 2,000 pet owners in the United Kingdom in May 2019. 40% dog food buyers aged 16-24 are in favor of regularly dishing up plant-based meals, compared to just 21% of owners aged 55+.

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52% of pet owners influenced by natural ingredient claims

Pet food ingredient supplier BENEO surveyed 2,500 pet owners in Germany, the UK, the US, China and Brazil about their attitudes towards health and wellness trends in pet food and functional pet food ingredients.

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Pet Food Ingredients

Scotch whisky co-product feeds algae for pet food omega-3

Algae grown on pot ale, a co-product of the liquor industry, could replace fish as a source of omega-3 fatty acids in both human and pet food.

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Pet food sustainability established beyond trend level

Pet food companies have found innovative ways to meet their obligation to the future. However, challenges remain, especially when consumer demands contradict each other.

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Pet Food Press Releases

NatureForm changes name to Pas Reform North America

NatureForm reveals a new company logo and website after merger with Pas Reform

4 sustainable pet food ingredient top picks by suppliers

These four pet food ingredients may help brands market their pet foods and treats as sustainable.

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Pet Food Market

Holistic dog food: promising category in Mexico

The growing holistic pet food category in Mexico, led by pioneer K9 Master Dog Nutrition, appeals to owners with dogs sensitive to other pet foods.

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Insect age influences pet food ingredient qualities

Insect-based pet food formulators may derive different nutrient profiles from a particular species by harvesting the insects at different stages of development.

photo courtesy EnviroFlight

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