The Pet Food Science Podcast Show - Dr. Emira Mehinagic: Pet Food Palatability | Ep. 94

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Emira Mehinagic, Director of Research in Pet Food Palatability at Symrise, takes us through the fascinating world of pet food preference. She explains how sensory science, ingredient interactions, and behavioral studies influence what pets enjoy eating—and why that matters to pet owners. Discover how pet food manufacturers assess and improve palatability to create meals that keep pets happy and engaged. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on what makes pet food truly irresistible!

What will you learn: 

• Defining palatability
• Pet owner influence
• Food vs. pet factors
• Measuring palatability
• Palatability innovation

Meet the guest:

Dr. Emira Mehinagic holds an HDR and PhD in Food Science, specializing in sensory evaluation and consumer studies. She has over a decade of experience in pet food palatability research, focusing on behavioral and instrumental methodologies. Currently the Director of Research in Pet Food Palatability at Symrise, Dr. Mehinagic collaborates with industry leaders to enhance pet food acceptance.

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn