The Pet Food Science Podcast Show - #13: The Art and Science of Crafting Quality Pet Diets

In the ever-expanding realm of pet food science, the focus extends beyond crafting appealing flavors for companion animals. At its core, this industry revolves around nutritional science, investigating how diverse diets impact pet health and wellness. Dr. David Harmon, a renowned authority in pet nutrition, takes center stage in this episode, shaping the present and future of pet nutrition. He delves into the current landscape and forthcoming prospects. Dr. Harmon addresses intricate pet food labels, weighs the merits and drawbacks of ingredients like soy, and pursues the goal of nutritionally balanced pet diets. Furthermore, he explores the emerging field of pet nutraceuticals and the challenges tied to research funding.

What you’ll learn:

1. Base principles of nutrition

2. Difficulty in pet nutrition space

3. Discussion on ingredient discrimination in pet food industry

4. Soy as a protein source

5. Discussion on nutraceuticals and botanicals

Meet the guest:

Dr. David Harmon

Experience

    ○ Current: Professor at the University of Kentucky

    ○ Past: Assistant Professor at the Kansas State University