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    • Meeting nutrient requirements in dog food production

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      Subscriber ContentMeeting nutrient requirements in dog food production

      When properly formulated, frozen, canned and dry complete foods all sustain a healthy and long life in dogs.

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      Subscriber ContentThe challenges of sourcing novel functional petfood ingredients

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      Subscriber ContentAlfalfa: A smart choice for dog and cat food?

      May 15, 2013

      Alfalfa is found in a number of cat and dog foods, but its safety and nutritional benefits are still being debated.

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    • Evaluating raw meat diets for captive carnivores

      Compositional analysis of raw meat sources is necessary for proper diet formulation.

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      Soybean products are good protein sources for both adult and growing dogs, provided they are heat treated before diet extrusion.

    • Dietary management of feline lower urinary tract symptoms

      Research is needed in feline patients with LUTS on dietary components.

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      A better knowledge of myocardial involvement in disease-affected dogs might beneficially affect morbidity and mortality rates and provide new treatment approaches.

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    • The latest research on petfood palatability

      New findings range from combining good taste for pets with pleasant smells for owners to understanding the biology of how pets experience their food

    • Update: measuring petfood palatability

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    • Natura Pet Products Inc. Innova Salmon and Herring Formula adult dog food

      Natura Pet Products Inc. Innova Salmon and Herring Formula adult dog food

      Innova Salmon and Herring Formula adult dog food from Natura Pet Products Inc. features species-specific salmon and herring as the first two ingredients, making it rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

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