Nutrition

Adventures in Pet Food

Pet food labels: What pet owners want vs. what rules allow

A survey of North American and European pet owners showed they want accuracy and transparency in pet food labeling, but regulations may conflict with specific wants.

Andrea Gantz Cat Food Label Ingredients

Pet Food Ingredients

National Rendering Day returns April 21

The North American Renderers Association will mark the third annual National Rendering Day to underscore the role rendering plays in reducing food waste and supporting environmental sustainability.

National Rendering Day April 21

Pet Food Ingredients

Upcycled carrot gummies and sauces for dogs are palatable, healthy

Carrot-based gummies and sauces are both palatable and nutritious, while upcycling misfit roots to reduce agricultural waste.

Watercolor painting of a dog holding a carrot in its mouth

Global Commerce

Amid tariffs, pet food industry faces uncertainty

Pet food manufacturers could see rising costs due to U.S. tariffs on imported ingredients and packaging materials.

Tariffs on imported ingredients and packaging materials could tighten margins and drive up consumer prices, especially for smaller pet food brands.

Survey reveals gaps in pet obesity awareness, owner-vet communication

New data from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention highlights low body condition score awareness and mixed communication around pet obesity.

Pet owner awareness of their dog or cat’s body condition may be improving.

Pet Food Ingredients

Report: Rendered ingredients support $51.7B pet food industry

New research highlights the nutritional, safety, and sustainability benefits of rendered ingredients, which made up over 4 million tons of U.S. pet food in 2024.

Alltech earns sustainability medals for global operations

Alltech facilities in the Netherlands, U.K., and Mexico recognized for top-tier sustainability performance by EcoVadis in manufacturing and procurement practices.

Dr. Mark Lyons (right), president and CEO of Alltech, is shown with Tara McCarthy (left), global vice president of ESG at Alltech.

2025 pet food ingredient report reveals $51.7B market, rising demand for premium nutrition

A new industry report from IFEEDER highlights key pet food ingredient trends, economic contributions and the growing role of upcycled ingredients in sustainable pet nutrition.

IFEEDER's latest report showed chicken and chicken-based ingredients were the most commonly used by weight in pet food.

How venture technologies are shaping the future of pet food nutrition

As pet owners demand personalized nutrition, alternative proteins and sustainable packaging, pet food manufacturers are turning to startups to stay ahead in an evolving market.

Today's pet food consumers increasingly prefer organic ingredients that have undergone minimal processing.

Adventures in Pet Food

Pet food, pet care insights from Global Pet Expo 2025

The pet care market and pet ownership are growing globally; in the US, online sales and product claims carrying from human food to pet food are driving the growth.

Global Pet Expo 2025 featured several pet food and treat brands based on supporting causes.

Trending: Pet Food Podcast

EPISODE 83: What are the possibilities for shrimp byproducts as pet food ingredients?

Host Lindsay Beaton and Michel Lockhart with ChitoLytic explore the evolving role of shrimp meal in pet food, from palatant to potential protein source, and the growing interest in chitosan for its nutritional and functional benefits.

Sound Cloud Cover Art 800x800 Michel Lockhart

Pet Food Lawsuits, Litigation

Raw pet food company sued after cat infected with bird flu

The lawsuit alleges that Wild Coast Pet Foods failed to adequately warn consumers of bird flu risks associated with their raw chicken products.

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