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Research Notes: Page 28
Pet Food News
2 scientific techniques for dog food palatability testers
The pet food industry may benefit from scientists’ growing understanding of how dogs’ minds work.
Pet Food News
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.
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.
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.
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.
Market Trends and Reports
Dogs can digest carbs, but may learn to prefer meat
A preference for meat may not be instinctual in puppies.
Nutrition
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.
Nutrition
Mars Petcare launches tech-enabled Pet Insight Project
Mars Petcare has launched Pet Insight Project, a three-year study of more than 200,000 dogs across the US to uncover links between pet activity, behavior and health.
Pet Food News
High phosphorus cat food may hurt kidneys
Researchers found evidence that phosphate concentrations in cat food that exceed the daily intake required for health maintenance by more than fivefold can damage kidney function in healthy cats.
Pet Food News
Infographic: Insect-based pet food nutrition
As more dog and cat treats incorporate insects, one scientist notes that further study is needed.
Pet Food News
Low-glycemic dog food labels may mislead consumers
Unlike cats and humans who develop Type 2 diabetes as a result of insulin resistance and hyperglycemia, there is no published evidence of this in dogs.
Pet Food Market
North American pet ownership demographics shifting
In North America, millennials now account for 35 percent of all pet owners, and the Latino community is growing in pet ownership.
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