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Roosters help study of pet food protein digestibility

A surgical procedure turns roosters into an effective, efficient model for dogs’ and cats’ digestive systems.

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Processed, raw chicken pet food proteins differ from meal

All of these pet food ingredients were freeze-dried prior to digestibility testing.

photo by Andrea Gantz

Pet Food Ingredients

Black soldier fly larvae in pet food also helps people

Black soldier fly larvae farms may create opportunities for both small and large entrepreneurs and workers.

Dried black soldier fly larvae (Photo courtesy of EnviroFlight)

Pet food bioscience education at University of Guelph

The University of Guelph offers cross-discipline pet food educational opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students.

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Dogs likely evolved to eat cooked meat and carbohydrates

During their evolution, dogs took advantage of a rich new food source, human garbage, including cooked meat and plant matter, said one scientist.

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2 scientific techniques for dog food palatability testers

The pet food industry may benefit from scientists’ growing understanding of how dogs’ minds work.

photo by Andrea Gantz

Small dogs prefer large kibble in palatability tests

By discerning what size kibble that dogs actually choose, there could be several benefits for both pet food retailers and dog food brands.

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Market Trends and Reports

Convincing buyers of pet food nutrition may drive growth

LIVE FROM PFF: In 2018, 36 percent of respondents said strongly agree with the statement that they are willing to pay more for pet food products that are healthier for their pets.

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Pet Food Market

Infographic: pet treat use growth trends in US market

For all types of pets except reptiles, a growing percentage of pet owners reported giving their pets treats.

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Pet Food Market

Dogs’ odor preferences measured with false-bottomed bowls

In the pet food sensory analysis technique, researchers divided a stainless steel bowl into two compartments, divided by a stainless steel plate.

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Market Trends and Reports

Dogs can digest carbs, but may learn to prefer meat

A preference for meat may not be instinctual in puppies.

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High phosphorus levels in cat food may cause kidney damage

Those researchers found evidence that when phosphate concentrations in cat food exceed the required daily dose, it may damage healthy cats’ kidneys.

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