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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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4 new pet foods, treats inspired by specific ecosystems

Forest, waterway and other biomes were distilled into pet food flavors among the new products on display at SuperZoo.

August 22, 2019

Tim Wall

Pet food formulations designed to mirror specific ecosystems and biological groups stood out among trends in the new product showcase at SuperZoo 2019.

CBD craze in pet food and human food goes global

August 19, 2019

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Cannabidiol (CBD)-based products for humans are booming globally with pet products following closely, despite murky legal status for both. Even China is exporting CBD.

Faba beans: A new pulse for the dog and cat food market

Faba beans may be the next new grain-free ingredient in the pet food aisle.

August 13, 2019

Greg Aldrich, PhD

Faba beans may be the next new grain-free ingredient in dog and cat food, according to recent research.

Egg antibodies in cat food may fight human allergies

Researchers found that when egg IgY antibodies are introduced to cats’ diets they result in reduced activity of the Fel d1 allergen in cats’ saliva.

August 13, 2019

Tim Wall

Scientists found an antibody in eggs that, when included in cats’ diets, can neutralize a chemical involved in human’s allergic reaction to felines.

Differences in organic trace mineral sources

An Organic Trace Mineral must be able to maintain its structure in solution at reduced pH levels to have any opportunity to survive the harsh environment of the gut and digestion.

August 12, 2019

Brand Insights From Trouw Nutrition

An Organic Trace Mineral must be able to maintain its structure in solution at reduced pH levels to have any opportunity to survive the harsh environment of the gut and digestion.

Novel pet food protein from scrap wood nearing reality

Using timber industry residues to make pet food and livestock feed may benefit the economy and the environment.

August 12, 2019

Tim Wall

One company, Arbiom, specializes in using a specific variety of yeast to digest wood.

Upcycled dog treats rescue otherwise wasted misfit foods

Upcycling refers to the process of finding and using otherwise wasted materials to create new products.

August 12, 2019

Tim Wall

Shameless Pets uses unwanted fruits, vegetables and other ingredients to make upcycled dog treats.

4 pet food blogs July ‘19: Salmonella, DCM, supplements

In July 2019, bloggers and columnists on Petfood Industry wrote about South America’s growing market, ties among human food, pet products and pathogens, as well as dilated cardiomyopathy.

August 5, 2019

Tim Wall

These blogs and columns reflected Petfood Industries opinions and observations about recent developments in the dog, cat and other pet food markets.

‘BEG’ pet food does not equal DCM

July 30, 2019

Ryan Yamka

Canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a hot topic in the pet food industry, veterinary community, press and among pet owners. The cause of recent cases is unknown.

Venison-based pet food production begins in Russia

Government-owned Yamal Deer is manufacturing cat and dog food with venison.

July 29, 2019

Vladislav Vorotnikov

Wet cat and dog food production has started in northern Russia using venison and taking advantage of a surplus of deer and by-products from the herd.

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4 new pet foods, treats inspired by specific ecosystems

CBD craze in pet food and human food goes global

Faba beans: A new pulse for the dog and cat food market

Egg antibodies in cat food may fight human allergies

Differences in organic trace mineral sources

Novel pet food protein from scrap wood nearing reality

Upcycled dog treats rescue otherwise wasted misfit foods

4 pet food blogs July ‘19: Salmonella, DCM, supplements

‘BEG’ pet food does not equal DCM

Venison-based pet food production begins in Russia

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