Research Notes

Research Notes
New research shows owners unaware of soil’s role in pet food
New findings from Mars reveal gaps in understanding of ingredient sourcing and soil health’s role in pet food production.
A mucky pup sculpture, named Ellie, popped-up outside the “SOIL: The World at Our Feet” exhibition at Somerset House sponsored by Mars, Inc., demonstrating the role healthy soil plays in growing high quality ingredients.
Pet Food Processing
Study: HPP preserves nutrients, extends shelf life
Research from JBT Marel finds high-pressure processing maintains antioxidants and flavor while improving food safety.
The JBT Marel study concluded that high-pressure processing did not affect the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory bioactive compounds during different HPP treatment conditions.
Pet Food News
The Farmer's Dog adds $10 million investment for vet research
The investment is designed to advance pet nutrition and support veterinarians as essential partners in pet health.
The new investment will build on the company’s existing veterinary research including significant studies on the impact of food on dog hydration, relative supersaturation, and several ongoing projects.
Pet Food Ingredients
Study: Enifer's mycoprotein more carbon efficient than soy protein
Company's new €33M production facility will begin production by early 2026.
PEKILOPet mycoprotein is a nutrient-rich ingredient produced through a biomass fermentation process.
Petfood Forum News
Biotic innovations ease dietary transitions, enhance pet gut health
Gain valuable insights into how postbiotics can enhance pet health and well-being from industry experts Jeff Alix and Dr. Brian Klein from DSM-Firmenich during Petfood Forum 2025.
Today's pet parents frequently switch between wet and dry food, and biotics can help ease the gastrointestinal stress that may result from the change.
Research Notes
Ideal protein, fat, fiber, carb contents for weight-loss dog foods
Scientists identified commonalities among dietary formulations that facilitate weight loss while maintaining lean muscle.
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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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Research Notes
Typhoid Mary dogs may spread drug-resistant Salmonella without getting sick
Scientists identified 77 suspected zoonotic cases, where bacteria likely transferred from dogs to humans, involving 164 strains across 17 U.S. states.
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E-nose and AI combined to detect mycotoxins in pet food
To detect mycotoxins in pet foods, researchers experimented with a combination of electronic nose technology and machine learning algorithms.
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Raw chicken pet food risks reduced by lactic acid product during processing
Researchers explored how the combined use of high-pressure processing and lactic acid fermentate may mitigate health risks from pathogens in raw dog and cat foods.
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Pet Food Safety
Claims raise questions about raw pet food as avian influenza source
Public health officials and pet food companies continue attempting to determine how HPAI repeatedly occurs in pet foods from South Korea to Oregon to California.
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Research Notes
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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