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Celebrating 30 years of Vitafoods Europe – Barcelona, 18-20 May 2027

The world’s nutraceutical event returns to Barcelona from 18–20 May 2027, bringing together 30,000 expected industry professionals and 1,600+ exhibitors from across the global...

EPO at CIPIC 2026 – Addressing the changing regulatory environment in Europe

The European Pet Organization (EPO) will participate in the second China's International Pet Industry Convention (CIPIC), taking place on 11 November 2026 in Guangzhou,...

Webinar by the American College of Animal Welfare: Sustainable pet food, a new diet change frontier

Sustainable pet food for dogs and cats will be the central theme of the webinar “Sustainable Pet Food: A New Diet Change Frontier”, organised...

New report from the Centre for Feed Innovation: Alternative ingredients for pet food

New analysis of nine alternative ingredients identifies opportunities to improve pet food sustainability, diversify ingredient sourcing, and support product innovation. The report provides one...

Meet the finalists of the Fi Europe pet food and nutrition Innovation Award 2026

Which companies made the shortlist of the Fi Europe Innovation Awards 2026? Read on to find out who will be competing to win first...

Gosbi enters the cat treats market

Gosbi , the family-run company specialising in mindful nutrition for dogs and cats, has launched Gosbits Pillows, its first range of cat treats, designed...

New webinar by the EU SME Center: Strategic tools for launching in China

The EU SME Centre and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China have scheduled the webinar China’s Pet Food Market for 19 October...

IPACK IMA launches its scientific and technical committee: the future of processing and packaging

The Scientific & Technical Committee brings together professionals, industry representatives, academics and experts Observing how supply chains and markets are changing, interpreting the signals they...

FECAVA and Royal Canin launch educational partnership with canine CIE factsheet

New collaboration will provide practical, evidence-based resources for companion animal veterinarians across Europe The Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) and Royal Canin...

Zoomark Days Industry Insights: the Italian pet industry is stepping up the pace to lead the way into the future 

Set against the backdrop of Milan's futuristic Citylife skyline, over 100 representatives from companies in the Italian pet market gathered to discuss the sector's...

BeneMeat welcomes Shimadzu Corporation delegation to Prague

A delegation from global technology company Shimadzu Corporation, including a member of its Japanese management, visited BeneMeat, a Czech biotechnology company developing technology for...

IBERPET returns to Madrid bringing together key players from the pet industry

The fair will hold its next edition from 10 to 12 March at IFEMA MADRID and will bring together leading companies, professionals and organisations...

Argenta brings regulators, industry and scientific experts together in Barcelona

Argenta’s two-day conference brought together speakers from EFSA, the European Commission, DEFRA and other organisations to discuss regulatory simplification, new scientific guidance and products...

Veterindustria and MAPA workshop on nutritional supplements for pets

Veterindustria organised a workshop entitled ‘Nutritional supplements for companion and farm animals’, a technical conference held in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries...

Innovafeed and Protix are publishing a joint whitepaper

Innovafeed and Protix, two of the world's leading producers of Black Soldier Fly insect protein, have joined forces to publish a joint white paper...
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Events

The pet food sector moves quickly, setting the pace for innovation across the industry. Trade fairs, congresses and professional gatherings have become essential spaces for spotting trends, building connections and understanding where the market is heading. Each event brings news, launches and opportunities that link the entire value chain in a dynamic, fast‑evolving environment.

PropPaws Conference 2026: The future of pet food

Get the latest insights on pet food trends and the future of pet food proteins Pet guardians say they are open to alternatives. The...

The Pet Nutraceutical Zone will take centre stage at Vitafoods Asia 2026

Vitafoods Asia 2026, taking place from 2–4 September in Bangkok, will bring together the region’s nutraceutical industry for three days of innovation, insights...

Iberzoo+Propet 2026: a landmark edition

Iberzoo Propet 2026 has closed its doors at IFEMA MADRID after an edition that once again exceeded all expectations and confirmed the strong...

Ingredients

This section includes technical articles dedicated to the science behind pet food ingredients. Each text examines how specific ingredients behave nutritionally and technologically, offering clear, evidence based insights for professionals involved in product development.

Challenges and methods for determining canine protein requirements across life stages

Summary of the article: Challenges and Methodologies to Assess Protein Requirement and Quality Across Different Life Stages in Dogs: A Review Determining precise protein...

Sustainable innovation in pet food: functional potential of carrot‑based products

This article is based on a study conducted in 2025 in which two prototypes of functional dog food, a sauce and gummies, were...

Alternative proteins in canine and feline nutrition: how contemporary owners build acceptance and purchase decisions

Interest in alternative proteins in canine and feline nutrition has ceased to be a marginal phenomenon and has become an axis of innovation...

Manufacturers

This section brings together technical and scientific articles relevant for the companies shaping today’s pet food landscape. Each contribution offers a closer look at the realities of manufacturing: operational challenges, advances in formulation, quality and safety standards, innovation pipelines, communication strategies and the evolving expectations of the veterinary sector.

Palatability perceived by cats and dogs: biological, nutritional, and technological bases

The palatability perceived by the cat and the dog is determined by the biological differences, the feeding behaviors, and the nutritional requirements specific...

Canine and feline obesity: pet food formulation as the foundation of an integrated approach

  Obesity in dogs and cats has become one of the most persistent health challenges in contemporary veterinary practice. It is not simply an...

Communication of sustainability in the pet food industry

Sustainability has become a strategic axis for the pet food industry, driven by the humanisation of companion animals, market diversification and growing sensitivity...

Owner

The role of the pet owner is becoming central to how pet nutrition evolves. Their choices reflect growing interest in health, natural ingredients, sustainability and trust in brands. Communication with veterinarians shapes feeding decisions, while preferences, buying criteria and emerging trends increasingly influence product development and market direction. This section explores how today’s pet owners drive innovation and redefine the way nutrition is understood across the industry.

What it means for distributors and retailers when an app rates a pet food

David López — Petiqueta www.petiqueta.es In human food this already happened. Yuka reports more than 85 million users across fifteen countries and a database of...

Drivers of pet food choice

Summary of the article: https://doi.org/10.3390/ani15223235 The rapid expansion of the global pet food market and the diversification of products have intensified interest in understanding...

How pet owners perceive the role of the veterinary team in ethical and sustainable feeding decisions

Pet owners are increasingly interested in foods that reflect values related to animal welfare and environmental sustainability. Within this context, the veterinary team...

Clinical

This section presents technical articles focused on clinical nutrition of pets. The content explores how dietary strategies support the management of common health conditions, and offers guidance for small animal veterinarians.

Guidelines for an elimination diet to diagnose food allergy in dogs and cats

This is a summary of the article entitled ‘Conducting a successful diet trial for the diagnosis of food allergy in dogs and cats’,...

Nutritional and Functional Properties of Colostrum in Puppies and Kittens

The review article titled "Nutritional and Functional Properties of Colostrum in Puppies and Kittens" (Rossi et al., 2021) provides an in-depth analysis of...

From ingredients to systems: A formulation framework for canine longevity

Technical review series This article forms part of a three-part technical review series on canine longevity, beginning with nutrition, body condition and digestive...

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