Pet Health
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PFI challenges scientific context of cat food contaminant study
The PFI statement follows the Clean Label Project’s publication of findings on contaminant levels in cat food.
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Clean Label Project finds heavy metals in most cat food samples
The new study is prompting debate over how to interpret the results against established pet food safety standards.
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Zenex acquires SAVAVET to expand India pet health business
The acquisition adds around 70 companion animal health brands and an established veterinary network to Zenex’s growing animal healthcare platform in India.
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Mars Petcare selects three startups for pet food programme
The cohort brings together insect biotechnology, fermentation and side-stream valorisation as alternative routes to proteins, fats and other pet nutrition ingredients.
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Mars commits US$3M to Thailand rabies elimination
The three-year programme will target hard-to-reach dog populations, strengthen rabies surveillance and expand veterinary training to support Thailand’s national elimination efforts.
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Blue Buffalo launches AI tool to compare dog food
The tool uses Google’s Gemini model to match a photographed dog food bag with a Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula recipe.
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Purina’s Petivity launches AI smart feeder to monitor cats’ eating habits
The device aims to help pet owners identify changes in eating behaviour that could provide useful health insights.
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Enifer starts commissioning mycoprotein factory in Finland
At full capacity, the plant is expected to produce 500 kg/h of PEKILO® mycoprotein.
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VAFO invests in PEZZ Life to expand pet health diagnostics
The investment supports its ambition to build a broader platform connecting pet nutrition, prevention and health insights.
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South Korea’s pet population grows as dog meat ban nears
South Korea has also extended the transition period for new pet food import health requirements to 31 December 2027.
