Research Notes

CBD Treats for Dogs and Cats

Study: CBD/CBDA formulation said to improve feline mobility

Research from ElleVet Sciences evaluates CBD + CBDA formulation's safety and efficacy for cats experiencing mobility challenges.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

PhytoGaia launches clinical study on canine skin health ingredient

Company partners with Malaysian research organization to evaluate PetGaia supplement effects on dogs' skin and coat conditions.

Phyto Gaia Pr 3 Dec 2025

BSM Partners questions validity of Farmer's Dog metabolomic study

Company identifies design flaws, calculation errors and missing methodological details in fresh food research.

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Study: Weekly GLP-1 therapy for cats enters clinical trial

Cornell University researchers are evaluating a once-weekly protein therapy designed to help overweight cats achieve healthier body condition.

Excess weight is one of the most common health issues in cats today.

Study finds 94% of homemade dog diets lack complete nutrition

Analysis of 1,726 homemade dog food formulations by the Dog Aging Project shows most recipes missing critical nutrients required for canine health.

Researchers at the Dog Aging Project recommend veterinary nutritionist consultation and lab testing for homemade dog diets.

Plant-Based Dog Food Formulation Challenge game

The game explores key formulation challenges and nutritional considerations when developing vegetarian or vegan dog foods.

Pixelated Video Game Screenshot Of A Farm Instead Of People, Dogs Work On The Farm

Study: Farmer's Dog finds fresh dog food boosts hydration more than kibble

Company published research showing fresh diets increase total water intake in dogs compared to dry food.

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Study: Mushroom supplement improves cognitive function in senior dogs

A 12-week veterinary study found 81% of senior dogs showed cognitive improvement or stabilization when given a mushroom-based supplement.

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Research finds canine metabolism responds better to fat than carbs

University of Helsinki study reveals distinct metabolic responses between kibble and raw meat-based diets in dogs.

In the study, 46 Staffordshire Bull Terriers were fed either kibble or a raw food diet for 4.5 months.

In-home cat food feeding trial optimization: 1 day OK, many cats

Testing cats is as hard as herding them. Optimized in-home cat food feeding trials could improve palatability testing while matching real-world conditions.

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RAMP raw pet food consolidates BARF, RAP and RMBD names

A group of researchers proposed a new term for raw pet food, seeking to unify the terminology and regulatory understanding of this growing product segment.

1980s Memphis Design Styled Image Of A Bull Terrier Dog Riding A Skateboard Off A Ramp

Study: Fresh dog food supports healthier aging in seniors

A year-long metabolomic study from The Farmer's Dog and Cornell University found dogs fed fresh, human-grade food showed metabolic improvements, reduced end products linked to aging and chronic disease.

This first-of-its-kind study found that feeding dogs food from The Farmer’s Dog can impact metabolic health and support healthier aging in dogs.

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