The benefits of consuming plant foods are well known and have been ascribed, at least in part, to the antioxidant compounds present in plants. These unique natural molecules have been associated with counteracting the risk of heart disease, cancer, cataracts, and many...
Venison is a novel protein source that’s getting some love and attention from some OEM manufacturers. Why? Because pet food manufacturers get to help environmentally too. You see, deer are considered a nuisance that wreaks havoc on forest vegetation. Deer me While...
The growing popularity of vegan pet food has ushered in plant-based dog food and cat food in the market. But does that mean your private label pet food should go vegan too? Check out some facts and figures and decide for yourself. Fact: food allergy in dogs is usually...
Left and right, retailers and consumers are bombarded by what is tagged as the ‘best nutrition’ for pets. And yet little has been discussed about the potential dangers of over-nutrition, and how ‘truly appropriate’ pet food has become. Given the continuing rise in...
Concerns over the environmental impact of pet food production has grown among advocates and consumers in recent years. This has prompted the industry to reflect on its expanding ecological footprint that goes alongside its exponential growth, especially in the...
Pet owners are constantly on the look-out for protein options for their pets, and because of this, manufacturers need to explore more ways to engage their clients and to address this need. Raw, dehydrated pet food is one of these food options. Having been around...