Greg Sunvold

Supplements: bringing health benefits to young animals

It is generally understood that the nutritional needs of puppies and kittens differ from those of adult dogs and cats. This is largely due to the particular life stage in which they find themselves and during which growth and development are key.

Do fermented foods have a role in pet nutrition?

Health benefits associated with human consumption of fermented foods ultimately led to the discovery of probiotics. But do fermented foods also have a role in enhancing the nutrition of pets?

Utilizing psychobiotics to improve pet mood

Dealing with a pet with separation anxiety, fear of storms or other behavioral issues is never fun for an owner. Thankfully, solutions are starting to emerge to improve pet mood.

Addressing the rising consumer interest in immune health

Why the COVID-19 pandemic offers opportunities for pet food manufacturers.

Microbiome advances will create winners and losers

The innovation area most likely to affect pet nutrition health involves advances in understanding the microbiome.

Mega health trends in pet food

Post-COVID, consumers’ interest in personal health has never been higher and we know they overlay their own health concerns onto their pet’s health. What does this mean for health trends in the pet food industry?

Using biotics to create health-enhancing, marketable pet products

Biotics can be used to create pet products with improved health benefits and marketable points of difference.

Understanding the case for CBD in pet health

CBD is one of the most exciting new nutraceutical areas currently being pioneered to improve human and pet health. But can the hopes and dreams be realised?

The influence of pulses on pet health

Understanding the benefits and potential risks of pulses in pet diets.

Leveraging the opportunity of novel health ingredients

Out of crisis comes opportunity:  the opportunity for brands to innovate. Several under-utilised  novel health ingredients could  hold the key to product differentiation and marketplace growth.

Do raw foods have a role in the pet food industry?

In COVID times, consumers are extra keen to keep themselves and their pets healthy. Many see raw and lightly processed pet foods as good for their pets, despite some concerns about pathogen contamination. Setting aside the latter issue for discussion elsewhere, our focus here is on the question: Does reduced heat processing have health benefits for pets?

Bio-actives: what is the potential role of postbiotics in pet foods?

In the age of Covid-19, consumer awareness about health, cleanliness, care for themselves and their families is higher than ever before. While the current crisis will pass, impact on consumer behaviour is likely to be lasting and presents a unique opportunity to better design and promote how pet foods and treats improve health.

The microbiome: improving pet health and commercial opportunities

Recent advances in analytical techniques have made it possible to improve pet health using microbiome tools.

Compelling the consumer with truth