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Genomics may help DCM and lead to targeted dog nutrition

With more effort to identify the genetic components of DCM, perhaps dog foods could be formulated specifically for at-risk dogs.

Doberman Pinschers are one of the many breeds studied for their genetic link to dilated cardiomyopathy. (Eric Isselee | Shutterstock.com)

Could Greta Thunberg shame certain pet food trends?

Certain trends in the pet food industry could be vulnerable to shaming resulting over environmental and social issues.

ROME, ITALY - April 19, 2019: Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg attending Fridays For Future (School Strike for Climate) protest in front of a crowd near the Colosseum. (Daniele Cossu | Bigstock.com)

Dog owners may spend US$42 on CBD oil for pets per month

Overall, 86% of respondents said they saw positive health benefits to their dogs from using CBD oil products.

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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.

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Malaysian firms eye black soldier fly pet food protein

Pet food may be a potential new market for two companies in Malaysia already producing insect protein from black soldier fly larvae.

Dried black soldier fly larvae (Photo courtesy of EnviroFlight)

FDA warns Hill’s that vitamin D dog food reply deficient

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent a warning letter to Hill’s Pet Nutrition on November 20, related to the company’s recall of wet dog food for toxic levels of vitamin D.

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Onions and garlic offer flavor in the right amounts

These herbs have been associated with a number of health benefits for humans and pets, but only small levels are recommended for dogs or cats.

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Delivering optimum nutrition in the pet food marketplace

Supporting cognitive function, sustaining the active canine and providing a lifetime of nutritional support through functional ingredients and formulation options. Sponsored by DSM.

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CBD in pet foods: Has anything changed with legal status?

Despite media focus and many CBD pet products on the market, CBD does not meet any regulatory criteria for use as an ingredient in pet foods or treats.

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Amazon, Arctic hold sustainable novel pet food ingredients

There are opportunities to forge sustainable economic alliances between ecosystems, the people who steward them and the pet food industry.

Giant snails, smoked paiche fish, paiche skin chicharrones, plantain chips (tostones), yuca flat bread and other items at Amaz restaurant in Lima, Peru. August 26, 2019 (Tim Wall)

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13 CBD pet product companies warned by FDA

Thirteen companies making cannabidiol (CBD) products for pets were among the 15 warned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that their sales of pet and human products containing CBD violated the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act).

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