Researchers set safe maximum levels of vitamin A in puppies' diet
A collaborative team of researchers, working on behalf of the European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF), has identified a safe upper level for vitamin A consumption for puppies. The research mark...
The right diet can help horses manage gastric ulcer syndrome
News Release from SPILLERS: Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) can affect any horse. It can cause discomfort and may have a detrimental effect on behaviour and performance but new research has confi...
WikiVet and Mars Petcare release new materials for cat and dog nutrition and health
WikiVet and Mars Petcare have launched new veterinary educational materials focused on cat and dog nutrition and its role in health and wellbeing. Through an exciting collaboration, WikiVet and Mars P...
Mars Petcare acquires dog DNA diagnostics company Optigen
Mars Petcare has acquired Opitgen, LLC, a DNA diagnostics company specializing in inherited eye disorders in dogs. Included in the acquisition are exclusive licenses to a portfolio of genetic dis...
Cats prefer food similar to their natural prey
Pioneering research has shown that, when given the choice, cats will consistently select food that is nutritionally very similar to their natural prey, such as mice and birds. In the most extensive r...
Adult dogs can tolerate higher calcium diets better than puppies
New study will enable more precise recommendations for a safe calcium upper limit in adult dog foodThe importance of calcium in the diet of children is well known, and parents are usually keen that th...
How dietary protein levels influence gut bacteria in kittens
A number of studies have shown that variations in the human gut microbiome are associated with different diet compositions as well as a number of medical conditions. This suggests that dietary changes...
Horse nutrition tips for veterinarians
Appropriate nutrition and feeding management is both a science and an art. With many opinions available and a plethora of products available in stores and online, the horse owner can often be left bew...
