Dog and Cat food Nutrition Research | PetfoodIndustry

Optimizing the digestive health of dogs

Pets parents expect complete and balanced foods which create healthy intestines and long-lasting well-being in their furry companions

December 1, 2021

Brand Insights from Phileo by Lesaffre

As a selected yeast parietal fraction, rich in mannan-oligosaccharides and β-glucans, Safmannan® is a science-based postbiotic which is specifically designed to improve the digestive health of our furry companions in a natural manner.

Pet obesity rate and tracking affected by pandemic

November 18, 2021

Debbie Phillips-Donaldson

Though COVID-19 delayed or eliminated some official pet obesity surveys, less scientific ones have shown U.S. dogs and cats continuing to gain weight.

Silkworm may be novel, insect-based pet food ingredient

In Taiwan, an agricultural research station developed a means to use silkworm in cat food. Scientists in Thailand fed dogs a diet containing silkworm, house crickets or a control diet with poultry meal.

November 15, 2021

Tim Wall

Scientists in Thailand and Taiwan have investigated silkworms as a novel pet food ingredient in dog and cat foods.

Alpha-lipoic acid helps dogs, may harm cats

The researchers presented a collection of studies supporting that alpha-lipoic acid has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory benefits for dogs, while protecting their nervous system, at dosages well below the toxic level.

November 4, 2021

Tim Wall

A review of research on alpha-lipoic acid supplements collected evidence that the chemical can benefit dogs health in various ways.

First cat food to reduce allergens lands in Latin America

Pro Plan LiveClear cat food is now available in four Latin American markets after a successful debut elsewhere in 2020.

October 21, 2021

Iván Franco

Pro Plan LiveClear cat food, which helps reduce allergens in cat hair and dander, is available in four Latin American markets after a successful debut in 2020.

Upcycled pet food ingredient certification requirements

Co-products, or by-products, have served as ingredients in pet food for decades. However, consumers don’t always think of these ingredients in terms of environmental and economic sustainability.

October 19, 2021

Tim Wall

Upcycling is a new word for something the pet food industry has done for a long time, using human food products that would have otherwise gone to waste.

Criteria for choosing extruded dog, cat food ingredients

Nutrition, processability and other practical concerns, along with sustainability and marketability influence the choices pet food formulators make when developing recipes.

October 18, 2021

Tim Wall

Certain criteria influence why pet food formulators choose specific ingredients for new recipes to be processed in extruders.

Functional pet nutraceuticals: Emerging category in Mexico

A new line of nutraceuticals from a Mexican dog food company enters this small but promising market.

October 13, 2021

Iván Franco

Pet nutraceuticals are a small but promising market for Mexico, defined by natural ingredients and innovation but also challenged by consumer confusion.

Nutritional studies reveal cat characteristics

Research explores cat diets related to aging, enjoyment of eating and obesity

October 8, 2021

Jim Winter

Cats are unique, complicated creatures. Researchers continuously conduct studies to learn more about felines. Professionals shared the results of some of those studies on September 24, 2021 at Petfood Forum in Kansas City.

Phileo embraces Petcare

Advanced bacteria and yeast solutions to ensure health and well-being in cats and dogs

October 4, 2021

Brand Insights from Phileo by Lesaffre

At Phileo by Lesaffre, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of animal care to better nourish and protect the planet. We believe that yeast and bacteria, with fermentation technologies and biotransformation, represent the future of animal health through nutrition.