You are what you eat—and the same goes for your pets. Our furry friends rely on a healthy supply of essential nutrients, or they risk developing disorders that can hurt their overall quality of life. That’s why formulators and consumers need to know the safety and trustworthiness of feed ingredients as well as their nutritional values. With all the noise about pet health, how do you determine whether ingredients for pet food and nutritional products are safe for consumption? Start by consulting with veterinarians or PhD animal nutritionists to identify what’s safe for dogs, cats, and ot ..read more

  Can you ever have enough time with your canine companions? We don’t think so! Treat dogs right and they’ll bring abundant love, affection, and fun into your life. Even then, dog lovers are keen to extend their quality time, making the precious moments with their pooch last. How do we slow down the clock and lengthen the lifespan of man’s best friend? Scientists, veterinarians, and pet nutritionists have been exploring how to extend dogs’ longevity for a while now. Though they may never find a “water bowl of youth,” their strides are prolonging the good years. Here’s what some research h ..read more

In the past, sheep nutrition was hindered by the land available to shepherds and farmers, who were always at the mercy of the quality of local silage and land. Now, a purchase from your trusted feed supplier can provide your flock with feed supplements that enhance their performance and enable them to overcome any shortcomings in naturally occurring forage. What if your feed supplement could do more? Some researchers are exploring how feeding sheep seaweed can improve their GI health and increase wool production. Here’s what to know about seaweed for sheep and whether you should include this m ..read more