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Something to Chew on

AI in pet food: Usage on the rise, adoption still low

Only 36% of pet food companies polled are actively using AI, as concerns like lack of expertise, the right data, trust and accuracy pose barriers.

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U.S. and Canada

Changes to human food policy aren’t always right for pet food

Former Pet Food Institute President and CEO Dana Brooks explains why the Make America Healthy Again movement does not translate directly into the pet food industry.

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Dog and Cat Food Nutrition

Hill's kitten report details nutrition guidelines

New white paper from Hill's Pet Nutrition outlines weaning protocols, nutrient requirements and food selection criteria for growing kittens.

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Barentz to debut human-grade pet food concept at Interzoo

The specialty ingredient distributor will showcase a whole-meat-like demonstration product designed to translate the humanization trend into a hands-on sensory experience.

Balchem raises prices due to volatility from Mideast conflicts

Balchem Corp. has implemented a global price increase across its animal nutrition and health product portfolio.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Mars targets pet oral health with nutrition science, AI tools

Mars Pet Nutrition's global R&D leader discusses formulation strategy, emerging ingredients and digital tools addressing widespread gum disease in pets.

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Supplements Supplier Brief

Fera Pets supplements expand into Petco stores nationwide

The veterinarian-founded pet supplement brand is now available at Petco locations across the country.

Pet Food Marketing and Branding

Wuffes dog supplements launch nationwide at Petco

The digitally native brand marks its first major retail partnership with the pet specialty chain.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Vital Pet Life launches first ASC-labeled pet supplement in US

Only Salmon Oil for Dogs & Cats debuts at more than 1,600 Walmart stores nationwide, marking the Aquaculture Stewardship Council's first entry into the North American pet supplement market.

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Pet Food Ingredients

Study: Novel postbiotic ingredient improves stool quality in dogs

A 28-day clinical trial found that dogs receiving a postbiotic ingredient from Kingdom showed improvement in stool consistency compared to a placebo group.

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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Postbiotics may calm dogs via the gut-brain axis

Postbiotics may support calming indirectly through gut health modulation rather than direct behavioral changes.

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Pet Food Ingredients

Spray dried red blood cells offer natural coloring for pet food

During a Tech Talk at Petfood Forum 2026, Dr. Joy Campbell discussed APC's AP 301 ingredient, which delivers protein value and darker, meaty color in both wet and dry applications.

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