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Pet Food Additives/Supplements

Republican lawmakers urge action on US vitamin supply chain

Congressional members cite concerns about China's dominance in vitamin and amino acid production critical to animal feed and pet food manufacturing.

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APC, University of Illinois study links plasma to canine gut health

Research shows spray-dried plasma inclusion in kibble improved fecal metabolites, microbiota and immune biomarkers in adult dogs.

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Something to Chew on

New model for cat nutrition research: Cat owner involvement

As cats continue to rise in popularity, and more cat food products are developed for them, research can help fill gaps. Enter an initiative involving cat owners.

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Market Trends and Reports

Pet food and the evolving approach to behavioral health

Hiring in-house behaviorists and connecting practices to specialist care reflect growing focus on evidence-based stress management for dogs and cats.

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Elanco restructuring to affect 600 positions across the company

The company said 300 jobs would be eliminated, and 300 would be shifted to other areas or locations.

Pet Food Insights

The ingredients powering the US pet food industry

The pet food industry continues to grow, with ingredients playing a vital role in the industry’s evolution.

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Global Commerce

NARA challenges Mexico's VAT on US feed ingredients

Rendering association argues 16% tax violates USMCA market-access provisions for animal-protein meals.

Insect-based Cat and Dog Food

Innovafeed renews B Corp certification with improved score

The insect ingredient manufacturer achieved a score of 118 in its 2025 recertification, up from 111 in 2022.

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.

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Pet Food Ingredients

Syensqo enters pet food market with flavor, preservation solutions

The ingredient supplier showcased natural antioxidants and vanillin products for pet nutrition at Food Ingredients Europe 2025.

U.S. and Canada

“Made in the USA” guards against tariff volatility, contamination

Domestic supply chains may function as a hedge against price fluctuations, although short-term ingredient costs may be higher.

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