Sarah Dodd, DVM, Ph.D., DACVN, will help the company develop plant-based pet food.

Calcea provides bioavailable calcium, magnesium, 70-plus essential trace minerals and 16 amino acids for human and pet health.

Functional treats have risen in popularity for their ability to help boost pet health and wellness.

This ingredient has evolved from a “cheap filler” to a critical component in pet foods, leading the pet food industry to seek out a variety of fiber-rich ingredients. 

The brand is also expanding its cat treat portfolio with two new flavors of lickable treats.

The Cat Wellness Licks line includes three supplements, made with differing levels of CBD and a non-CBD formula.

Bond Pet Foods’ CEO Rich Kelleman provided insights on how his company is developing sustainable, alternative proteins for the pet food industry during the 2025 Pet Food Conference.

The association announced its support for the reintroduction of federal legislation that would “modernize” pet food regulation.

Tracy Snider will support the company as it aims to expand its reach and impact in the animal nutrition market. 

Formulating palatable pet food not only requires using the right palatants, but also a healthy dose of testing.