Emma Penrod
Seafood ingredients and the impact of fish shortages
Algal oil could make its way into more pet food formulations as manufacturers look for ways to protect themselves against volatile fish oil prices.
Trends revolutionizing pet food manufacturing equipment
The ongoing humanization of pets hasn’t just changed what consumers buy. It’s also changing the way pet food is made.
Current challenges for the dry pet food market
Dry pet food is performing well, despite the impact of price hikes in this category. What are today’s trends in consumer preferences? And how are these likely to develop in the coming years?
Small pets for big cities and younger owners
Small animals are gaining popularity among Gen Z, looking for more affordable furry friends to live with them in urban areas.
The growing popularity of raw pet food toppers
Despite some recent health concerns, raw ingredients continue to increase in popularity – and manufacturers have a growing range of options for ensuring food safety.
Spray-dried plasma makes its debut in dry kibble
Long used as a binder in wet pet foods, this functional protein obtained from blood may offer relevant health benefits.
Insects in cat nutrition raise questions about digestibility
Cats may readily enjoy an occasional insect snack, but a new study suggests they may be less able to digest one if it constitutes a large percentage of their diet.
The scientific mystery of mushrooms in the world of pet supplements
Consumers looking to protect the health of their pets are increasingly turning to medicinal mushrooms... and they might be onto something. But it’s far from easy for scientists to unravel the mystery of why mushrooms seem to promote better health.
Modern pet parents – setting higher standards for pet toys
The pet toy category has been booming since 2019, but now faces new challenges as pet parents look for toys as added value to the daily life of their pets.
Pandemic boosts health of pet supplement market
The onset of COVID-19 didn’t just increase the rate of pet ownership. It also made consumers far more health-conscious – for themselves and for their pets.
Growth of the pet sector has spurred increased acquisitions by equity holding firms
What makes the pet industry attractive for investors?
Trends in meal toppers for dogs and cats
Meal toppers are helping consumers to bridge the gap between kibble and raw diets for their pets.
The challenges of meeting clean label expectations for pet food
Common preservatives are increasingly falling out of favor with health-conscious consumers. So what are the alternatives, and are they really necessary?
Adding goat milk to pet food: The latest raw food fad?
What do dogs and cats following the raw pet food trend eat for breakfast? A growing number of blogs and influencers recommend a novel solution: kibble ‘cereal’ made with a goat milk topper.
Meeting consumer demand for more plant-based pet foods
Plant-based – and even vegan – dog and cat foods are increasingly popular with consumers. So how to respond to this growing trend?
When it comes to sustainability, insect products are what they eat
Easing regulatory restrictions on permitted substrates for insect farming would boost sustainability, industry voices say.
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