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INFOGRAPHIC: Top pet food flavors worldwide, chicken rules

In nearly all eight countries, chicken was the most popular for dry dog and cat food.

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Cats choose food based on nutrition rather than flavor

A study by Mars Petcare has revealed that, while flavor is important initially, domestic cats learn to choose their food based on nutrition rather than flavor. The study, published in Royal Society Open Science, confirms that over time cats learn about the fat and protein content in their food and regulate their intake to reach a target ratio of these nutrients.

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Market Trends and Reports

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Pet Food Ingredients

Why pet food brands are adding functional ingredients

As consumers continue to drive the specialization of pet food formulas, functional ingredients are gaining more notice.

The opportunities for functional pet food ingredients are increasing in scope and variety as pet food purchasers look to customize their pets’ meals to suit their needs. | International Dehydrated Foods Inc.

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Pet food trends update: freeze-dried, consumer behaviors

At the beginning of 2016, pet food industry experts predicted what was in store for the year. Now, a little more than halfway through, we take a look at how those predictions are shaking out.

Halfway through 2016, we take a look at the industry’s predictions for pet food industry trends. | Damedeeso | Dreamstime.com

Asian carp treats good for dogs, environment

Chicago-based BareItAll Petfoods makes healthy dog treats from Asian carp, a group of non-native fish that threaten North America’s ecology and economy.

Frozen Asian carp fillets in storage after processing at Schafer Fisheries in Thomson, Illinois. | Tim Wall

Petfood Forum China 2016 focuses on innovation

This exclusive pet food conference brings the latest research and insights from industry experts on pet nutrition, pet food ingredients, safety and more.

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Pet food trends travel the globe

Several key pet food trends weave a common thread throughout industry events, proving that the world—and pet food—are indeed global.

At Interzoo 2016, Beco Pets of the UK debuted its Eco-Conscious Food for Dogs.

Pet Food Market

UK pet food trends: natural, dry but not grain-free

The past 12 months of trends in the UK pet food industry were examined recently by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) and GfK.

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Pet Food Product Database

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