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Australian hunters to harvest 14k kangaroos for pet food
As of October 1, hunters in Victoria, Australia could start harvesting 14,090 kangaroos for use in pet food.
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Pet Food Ingredients
The latest research, analysis and information on dog and cat food ingredients, proteins, vitamins and supplements that are added to create nutritious pet food formulations from the editors of Petfood Industry magazine and Dr. Greg Aldrich’s monthly column, “Ingredient Insights.” Register for free to access premium content.
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Proper pet food processing techniques to enhance quality
Effective techniques for maintaining conveying systems, improving palatability and preventing product loss. Sponsored by Schenck Process Group.
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Pet food brands named by FDA in DCM alert see sales loss
The 16 pet food brands prominently named in FDA’s June 2019 alert are experiencing declining sales, Nielsen data shows.
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Contraceptive pet food ingredient under research in Mexico
A contraceptive delivered as a pet food ingredient might address the homeless pet problem in Mexico.
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Scientific tip for seaweed palatability in dog food
Scientists compared the palatability of dog kibble made with the seaweed Ascophyllum nodosum to a diet without the algal ingredient.
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First human-grade pet treats land in the Mexican market
Un Dos dog treats are the first pet food product to feature human-grade ingredients in Mexico, according to the manufacturer.
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Functional pet food ingredients evolve with market demands
As pet food manufacturers seek to differentiate themselves further in the functional pet food space, ingredient suppliers search for new ways to provide answers.
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African swine fever threatens pet food protein supply
As this virulent disease decimates China’s hog herd, it will affect the global supply of meat protein, experts said.
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Ethoxyquin limits Peru, Chile fishmeal use in pet food
Despite a shortage of empirical research, many pet owners reject ethoxyquin in their pets’ food.
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Hemp, CBD pet brands mirror human counterparts
Pet owners’ desire to give health and wellness benefits to their pets using natural ingredients may lie at the heart of the hemp and CBD pet supplement and treat trend.
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Read the October issue of Petfood Industry!
October 2019
The October 2019 issue of Petfood Industry delves into the backlash against grain-free pet foods following federal investigation of correlations to dilated cardiomyopathy. The issue also covers pet microbiome research, Singapore's pet food market and coconut meal, among other topics.