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Dogs equally drawn to insects’ aroma as to kibble’s smell
Insects may serve as both palatants and nutrient sources, and thereby reduce formulation costs, wrote the scientists.
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Pet Food Palatability
Find the latest pet food palatability science and testing data, analysis and information from the editors of Petfood Industry magazine to help pet food manufacturers create wet and dry dog and cat food that appeals to a companion animal’s sense of taste, smell and sight.
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2 scientific techniques for dog food palatability testers
Duke University professor Brian Hare, PhD, believes the testing methods that he uses could be adapted to palatability testing.
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Small dogs prefer large kibble in palatability tests
AFB International scientists found in palatability trials that every body size of dogs preferred large kibble over small and medium sized pieces.
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5 techniques for new pet food product validation
During one of the sessions at Petfood Innovation Workshop, representatives from AFB International discussed five techniques a company can use in validation of a new pet food or treat.
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How to formulate, launch new pet food and treats
Developing new pet food and treats requires a large investment in both time and money, so a number of factors should be taken into account before launching a new product, Petfood Workshop attendees learned.
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Dogs’ odor preferences measured with false-bottomed bowls
The technique may allow pet food product developers to focus solely on how dogs respond to a substance’s smell.
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Consumer demands lead to pet food shelf-life challenges
Pet food trends, such as gluten-free, no corn, no wheat or no soy, force pet food manufacturers to substitute ingredients.
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3 vital elements for successful pet food sensory analysis
Learn more about sensory analysis from Aldrich in the video below.
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Improving pet food through palatability performance
A collection of updates that cover research and palatability enhancers to help optimize pet health and consumption. Sponsored by AFB International.
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Addressing health issues in older dogs with pet food
Diet and nutrition may mitigate certain physical and mental problems for aging dogs.
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Petfood Innovation Workshop and Pet Food Experience at KSU
On October 28-30, 2015, nearly 200 participants attended the fall edition of the Petfood Innovation Workshop (Focus on Treats) & K-State Pet Food Experience at K-State University in Manhattan, Kansas, USA. Major pet food manufacturing companies were represented along with entrepreneurs from smaller companies, leaders from trade associations and regulatory officials from various states.
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Read the August issue of Petfood Industry!
August 2018
The August 2018 issue of Petfood Industry takes a closer look at the top pet food companies in each of four global regions.