Along with other leading global human and animal health organizations, these companies are assuring the public that no cases of SARS-CoV-2 have yet been detected in cats or dogs.

The 20-hour course will provide a standard curriculum for animal food professionals to achieve PCQI certification.

The association has been spearheading the effort to resolve transportation issues and limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pet Food Institute, the Pet Food Association of Canada and the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association in the United Kingdom have published web resources to answer questions and reassure consumers.

Emphasizing the health of the supply chain, the US Food and Drug Administration provided broad-ranging guidance to the animal food industry in response to the pandemic.

The association is prepared for an eventful 2020 to build on its 2019 successes.

These essential activities include food safety and animal inspection services that, if stopped, could impact food safety, animal welfare and public health.

The show attracted more than 6,000 domestic and international buyers and featured over 1,000 exhibitors.

FEDIAF, the European Pet Food Industry Federation, has asked government officials to keep pet stores open amid widespread store closures.