Most homemade dog diets lack nutrients, Texas A&M study finds
Over the last two decades, homemade diets have seen a rise in popularity among dog owners. However, new research from the Dog Aging Project (DAP) reveals that most homemade diets are missing important nutrients that dogs need to lead healthy lives.
Significant interest in vegan pet diets revealed by largest surveys to date
Two pioneering studies published in the journal Animals have explored how dog and cat guardians perceive more sustainable pet food options.
Canine metabolism responds better to fat than carbs, research suggests
A high-carbohydrate kibble diet and a low-carbohydrate raw meat-based diet have markedly different effects on dogs’ energy metabolism, according to a new study carried out by the DogRisk research group at the University of Helsinki.
New Handbook Supports Veterinary Teams in Canine and Feline Nutrition
Veterinarians are the most trusted source of nutritional guidance for pet owners. With 71% of dogs and cats currently on a well-pet diet¹, the need for science-based, practical advice on maintaining pet health has never been greater.
Brewed chicken protein made by precision fermentation tested in pet food
Scientists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Bond Pet Foods, Inc., in Boulder, Colorado, partnered on the project. The study is believed to be the first to use precision fermentation to produce a protein composed of both yeast and chicken protein and assess its safety in pet food. Precision fermentation has been used for nearly half a century to produce ingredients like enzymes for manufacturing cheese, vanilla and vitamin B12.
