The pet food industry moves fast. Ingredients get recalled, new research challenges old assumptions, regulations shift, and products launch at a pace that makes it difficult for pet owners to stay informed. This section tracks the developments that actually matter for your feeding decisions.
When the FDA or a manufacturer issues a pet food recall, the details matter. Was it a voluntary recall triggered by routine testing, or was it forced by reported illnesses? Is the contamination limited to a specific lot or spread across multiple production runs? We break down recall notices into actionable information: what is affected, what to do if you have the product, and what the recall reveals about the manufacturer’s quality control.
Veterinary nutrition is an active area of research, and new findings regularly update our understanding of optimal feeding practices. From long-term studies on the effects of dietary patterns to emerging work on the gut microbiome in companion animals, we highlight research that has practical implications for how you feed your pet.
Changes to AAFCO guidelines, FDA enforcement actions, state-level labeling requirements, and international regulations all affect the products available to you and the claims manufacturers are allowed to make. We translate regulatory developments into plain language so you understand what they mean for the food in your pet’s bowl.
New product categories, shifts in ingredient sourcing, consolidation among manufacturers, and changing consumer preferences all shape what ends up on store shelves. Understanding these trends helps you evaluate whether a “new and improved” formula represents genuine innovation or a response to market pressure.
A single recall can affect millions of units across dozens of retailers. A single study can shift veterinary recommendations on feeding practices that have been standard for years. Pet nutrition is not a set-it-and-forget-it decision. The landscape changes, and the food you chose six months ago may warrant a second look based on new information.
Check back regularly for updates, or browse our FAQ and food category guides for foundational knowledge that helps you evaluate news as it develops.