Choosing a food
Everything filed under this heading in our pet care coverage, the 13 reports filed on it so far.
Latin American pet food makers balance innovation with cost
An analysis of ingredient trends in Latin America's pet food market highlights the critical role of pet acceptance and affordability.
Cat Food Study Finds Widespread Heavy Metal and Plasticizer Contamination
A new study of top-selling cat foods found nearly all contained heavy metals like lead and arsenic, with fish-based products and certain packaging...
Boehringer Ingelheim and Purina Open Major New US Pet Care Facilities
Boehringer Ingelheim has opened a new US animal health headquarters in Georgia, while Nestlé Purina has launched a $550 million pet food plant in...
IDEXX and The Farmer's Dog Make Major September Acquisitions
IDEXX Laboratories acquired AI software firm CoVetAI, while fresh dog food company The Farmer's Dog purchased pet wellness brand Woof in separate...
Veterinarian Explains Fresh Dog Food Standards and Benefits
A veterinarian clarifies the definition of human-grade fresh food and details how its digestibility and portioned meals can aid in pet weight...
Common Allergens That Affect Cats
Cats can develop allergies to environmental substances, fleas, and food, showing symptoms like excessive scratching and skin problems.
Getty: Prebiotics and Postbiotics for Pets
Veterinary nutritionist Caitlyn Getty details how fermentable prebiotic fibers in pet food are converted by gut microbes into postbiotics like...
Backyard Chicken Emergencies: Predation Top
Predation is the top emergency for backyard chickens, followed by reproductive diseases. Treatment is complicated by strict drug rules for food...
Eco-friendly pet care tips for dogs and cats
A vet’s guide advises avoiding plastic, using organic food, natural flea control, and chemical-free homes and yards for sustainable pet care.
UK Pet Food Company Recalls Fresh Dog Meals After Vision Loss Reports
UK-based pet food company recalls fresh dog meals due to reports of sudden vision loss in dogs.
UK Pet Food Company Recalls Fresh Dog Meals Due to Vision Loss Concerns
Years, a UK-based pet food company, has issued a voluntary recall of all its fresh dog meals after reports of dogs developing a sudden eye condition...
FDA Authorizes Drug to Treat New World Screwworm in Dogs and Puppies
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Simparica TRIO to treat New World screwworm infestations in...
DOJ Sues Washington Pet Food Manufacturer Over Safety Violations
The US Department of Justice has filed a civil complaint against a Washington-based pet food manufacturer, alleging that the company continued to...