Avoiding excess additives and preservatives can be part of that choice. When it comes to wet pet food, packaged in cans, pouches, trays and tubs, the preparation and packaging can reduce the need for additives and preservatives. Our experts cover this and other considerations in their article, The Benefits of Feeding Wet Food to Your Pets.
Read MoreIn some cases, we’re looking for a clear win. Or, a parity result may be the desired outcome, meaning the products were liked equally. Our team of experts discusses the various tools they use to evaluate palatability and ensure foods that nourish and delight pets, in the article, Principles of Palatability.
Read MoreThere has been a great deal of confusion around the cause of canine DCM and studies are ongoing. According to our team of experts, the challenge may be that the issue has focused on ingredients rather than nutrients, and there could be many contributing factors. Read their analysis in the article, What We Know About] Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
Read MoreAs pet parents are increasingly considering pets as family members, the desire to offer higher quality foods such as cuts of meats suitable for humans has also kept pace. Our team of experts discusses some of the considerations, including earth mindfulness and sustainability, in the article, Whole Animal Nutrition.
Read MoreFrom a nutritional standpoint, one of the primary benefits of wet food is the dietary hydration provided. Our experts, Leah and Jarrod, break down the benefits and other considerations in the article, “The Benefits of Feeding Wet Food to Your Pets”.
Read MoreOur industry uses many evaluation tools to develop palatable pet food recipes. One example is paired preference testing, or more simply put, a two-bowl test that involves simultaneously offering two moderately different foods side-by-side. Of course, there is a bit more to it than that. Our team of experts talks about the many ways they test and analyze results in the article, Principles of Palatability.
Read MoreWe are often asked what we know about DCM and if the pet foods we produce are safe? DCM is a disease that affects the heart muscle, resulting in a decreased ability for the heart to pump blood. While an exact cause of DCM is not yet known, it’s important to recognize that millions of cats and dogs are thriving from the foods on the market today that have been scientifically formulated and diligently manufactured. Our team of experts provides more insights into DCM in the article, What We Know About] Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
Read MoreAnimal by-products like organ meats are not only nutritious but also provide enticing flavor and elevated palatability to cats and dogs. There are many other advantages. Our team of experts explains the benefits and clears up a few misconceptions about animal by-products in the article, “Whole Animal Nutrition”.
Read MoreOur team gets questions like this a lot. Palatability and digestibility are two key considerations. Well-formulated wet pet food is typically quite high in palatability and digestibility. Two of our experts, Leah Lambrakis and Jarrod Kersey, dish up the details in their article, “The Benefits of Feeding Wet Food to Your Pets”.
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