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Government ban wipes out CBD pet products in Hong Kong

Most businesses that offered CBD pet products have disposed of their remaining stock, shut down operations or plan to relocate.

CBD is a swiftly growing segment in the pet space and is only expected to continue its upward trajectory, according to data. | (Valentin Casarsa | iStock.com)

Dog obesity rose more than percentage overweight 2017-2022

While the percentage of overweight or obese pets in 2022 increases only 3% over 2017 rates, the ratio of overweight to obese tilted to the heavier.

Beige fat pug with yellow bow tie on green background. Cute dog with obese posing in studio.

Instant ramen for dogs reaches other Asian markets

The instant noodle for dogs was a success in South Korea when it launched in 2020.

11 years of dry versus wet cat food influenced cat health

Older cats have different nutritional needs than younger felines, and the cat foods they have eaten throughout their lives may influence their health in later life.

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Minimal processed plant-based protein pet food less digestible

With both plant-based diets and minimal processing growing in popularity among pet owners, the intersection of the two trends needs to be considered by pet food makers.

Biotechnology engineer examining plant of corn for disease.

Pet food labeling — Who has the ear of the consumer?

Learn about the complications in pet food labeling and how marketing and regulatory may find themselves at odds when trying to communicate with consumers.

Pet Food Ingredient Mix

Pet Food Market

The ongoing search for new pet food protein sources

As with human food, the pet food industry continues to seek alternative sources of protein to meet demand and address sustainability and other concerns.

The poultry breeding industry is highly innovative, and poultry genetics companies utilize a wealth of smart technologies. | Courtesy Aviagen

Grupo Nupec launches premium pet food products

Grupo Nupec, a leading manufacturer of premium pet food in Mexico, launched a line of specialized dog and cat diets to address specific health conditions.

Nupec Digestive Health Cat Food

DNA analysis finds undeclared grains, animals in dog food

In most cases, the undeclared species contradicted the dog foods’ marketing and labeling, including grain-free claims.

The poultry breeding industry is highly innovative, and poultry genetics companies utilize a wealth of smart technologies. | Courtesy Aviagen

Rye, wheat and oats affect dog gut microbiome differently

Scientists examined how whole grain rye, wheat and oats influenced fecal microbiota composition, short-chain fatty acids production and diet digestibility.

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Pet Food Market

DCM-pet food research welcome, points to need for more

A new study shows no link between pulses in dog diets and cases of DCM, yet the DCM situation serves as an example of the need for more pet food research.

As trends become more complex for pet food formulators, research is keeping on top of nutritional options for meeting consumer needs. | iStockPhoto/gvictoria

Study: Pulses in dog food not linked to heart problems

Ingredients such as lentils, beans and field peas typically used in grain-free dog foods are safe for healthy dogs, according to new University of Guelph research.

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