Ashkan Sadri
Grain-free diets re-visited: an update on pulses in pet food
Diets eliminating grains have attracted plenty of attention in recent years, but for all the wrong reasons.
Cell-based toppers in pet food: an overview
With concerns regarding sustainability and animal welfare in intensive farming practices, lab-grown meat may have potential as a viable meat alternative.
The challenges and added benefits of natural food colorants
While synthetic dyes are associated with various health concerns in both humans and animals, using natural pigments in pet food formulations has several advantages.
Maximizing pet nutrition with apples
In an era where global conservation efforts are a priority, pet food manufacturers have found a way to make the most out of apples. That’s right – apples.
Enhancing the taste of food for pets
Palatable foods combine flavors, aromas, appearance and consistency. But is one factor more important than another? And what is the role of sucrose and salt?
The world of skin allergies in pets
Some of the most popular dog breeds have the highest chances of suffering from skin allergies. So what are the main factors behind this increasing pathology?
Formulating pet food with functional fibers
Not all carbohydrates offer benefits that are validated by clinical studies. Here’s what animal nutritionists prioritize in pet diets.
Scrutinizing the science behind allergy- reducing cat food
There’s no such thing as a hypoallergenic cat, so what can be done to make life more comfortable for allergic people?
Turmeric: harnessing superfoods in pet health
As we continue to search for the next ‘emerging’ nutraceutical for pets, could the answer lie buried beneath the soil?