- Dr. Juan Gomez-Basauri: Nutrition for Longevity | Ep. 177
In this special rerun episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Juan Gomez-Basauri, founder and president of Magellan LLC, shares insights from more than 25 years of experience in food science, nutrition, and agribusiness. He explores how gut health, microbiome science, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence are shaping the future of pet food. Dr. Gomez-Basauri explains personalization, longevity, and the role of nutrition across life stages in dogs and cats. Learn how science-based strategies can support health and long life in companion animals. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Personalization in nutrition requires understanding individual needs rather than offering the same dietary approach to every dog or cat.”
Meet the guest: Dr. Juan Gomez-Basauri is the founder and president of Magellan LLC, where he focuses on science-based technologies, ingredient innovation, and consulting for the food and agriculture industries. With over 25 years of experience in multinational companies, his expertise spans nutrition, biochemistry, gut health, and pet food innovation. Listen to Dr. Juan Gomez-Basauri on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (08:14) Technology shifts
- (09:38) AI applications
- (11:55) Personalization meaning
- (15:39) Microbiome role
- (20:06) Life stages
- (28:50) Final questions
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S2E177 - 33m - Oct 29, 2026 - Beth Jarvis: Pet Food Product Development Strategy | Ep. 176
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Beth Jarvis, Director of Product Innovation at BSM Partners, explains why successful pet food innovation requires more than a technically sound formula. She discusses consumer insight, competitive positioning, manufacturing capability, product discovery, regulatory risk, and the importance of defining success before technical work begins. Listen now on all major platforms!
"The goal is really not to prove the first idea was right. The goal is the strongest product and the strongest business outcome."
Meet the guest: Beth Jarvis is the Director of Product Innovation at BSM Partners and an experienced food scientist specializing in pet food development. Throughout her career, she has supported cross-functional teams, manufacturing operations, formulation, and product commercialization, building expertise from factory production through market launch. Today, she guides companies through complex development decisions and commercialization strategies. Hear Beth Jarvis on The Pet Food Science Podcast, available on all major platforms.
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- (05:59) Starting with the consumer problem
- (12:35) Manufacturing readiness
- (15:46) Defining success before technical work
- (19:09) Development risks
- (22:59) Final questions
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S2E176 - 27m - Oct 22, 2026 - Dr. Lori Teller: Veterinary Telehealth In Practice | Ep. 175
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Lori Teller, Executive Director of the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, discusses how telehealth fits into companion animal practice. She explains where virtual visits work best, why an established veterinarian-client-patient relationship matters, and how telemedicine can support nutrition follow-ups, rural access, after-hours triage, behavior cases, chronic pain management, and diabetic monitoring. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Telemedicine has a tremendous role in what I can do for the patient, but it is not the only way I should be helping the patient."
Meet the guest: Dr. Lori Teller is a board-certified diplomate in Canine and Feline Practice and a Texas A&M University graduate. She served as a Clinical Professor and Chief of Primary Care Services at Texas A&M, overseeing its veterinary telehealth program. Dr. Teller is a former President of the American Veterinary Medical Association and currently serves as Executive Director of the Texas Veterinary Medical Association. Hear Dr. Lori Teller on The Pet Food Science Podcast, available on all major platforms!
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- (03:26) Telehealth as a practice tool
- (08:40) Digital access and regulations
- (13:26) Remote triage
- (18:12) Weight-management cases
- (23:35) Telehealth future
- (28:16) Final questions
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S2E175 - 28m - Oct 15, 2026 - Dr. Angela Rollins: Expanding Veterinary Nutrition Access | Ep. 174
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Angela Rollins, Clinical Professor of Small Animal Nutrition at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, discusses the role of board-certified veterinary nutritionists and the growing demand for their expertise. She explains referral priorities, diet trials for gastrointestinal disease, the value of practical nutrition education, and how universities, specialty hospitals, veterinary nurses, and industry can help expand access to care. Listen now on all major platforms!
"If we want to really empower veterinarians, we need people ready to train veterinarians in veterinary colleges."
Meet the guest: Dr. Angela Rollins is a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist, Clinical Professor, and Small Animal Clinical Sciences Department Head at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. She earned her DVM and PhD and completed her nutrition residency at the University of Tennessee, and she has served as president of two leading veterinary nutrition organizations. Her research focuses on companion animal obesity physiology, treatment, and prevention. Listen to Dr. Rollins on The Pet Food Science Podcast, available on all major platforms!
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- (04:31) Becoming a veterinary nutritionist
- (09:06) Approaches to GI disease
- (16:26) Practical veterinary nutrition education
- (19:36) Expanding university training
- (24:47) Specialty practice opportunities
- (28:00) Closing thoughts
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S2E174 - 29m - Oct 8, 2026 - Dr. Ben Sykes: Gastric Ulcers as a Welfare Window | Ep. 173
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show - Equine, Dr. Ben Sykes, an equine veterinarian, explains why gastric ulcers should be viewed as a window into each horse's welfare. He distinguishes squamous from glandular gastric disease, discusses forage intake, stress, behavior, rest, and resilience, and explores how monitoring may help owners recognize hidden problems. Discover why treatment is only a circuit breaker and how individualized management can support healthier, happier horses. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Gastric ulcers are a welfare window. When we see ulcers, we should view that as an opportunity to ask why this horse’s environment is not working optimally for this horse.”
Meet the guest: Dr. Ben Sykes is an equine veterinarian with nearly 30 years of clinical experience and an American Board-certified specialist in internal medicine. He has worked worldwide with leisure and performance horses and is the lead author of the 2015 EGUS Consensus Statement and its planned update. Currently a private consultant and global educator, Dr. Sykes regularly speaks at international events. Hear more from Dr. Ben Sykes on The Pet Food Science Podcast, available on all major platforms.
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- (03:31) Squamous vs. glandular disease
- (13:18) Squamous disease management
- (24:46) Glandular disease and resilience
- (30:44) A decade of changing understanding
- (36:56) The future of equine welfare
- (42:52) Closing thoughts
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S2E173 - 43m - Oct 1, 2026 - Dr. Emma Wall & Dr. Trevor Faber: Phytotechnology for Companion Animal Nutrition and Health | Ep. 172
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Emma Wall, Director of Discovery at Nutreco Exploration, and Dr. Trevor Faber, Director of Companion Animal Nutrition and Technical Services at Trouw Nutrition, discuss phytotechnology discovery for companion animal nutrition and health. They explain the use of use plants in animal nutrition, scientific screening, safety, resilience, and the relationship between plants and conventional health strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Plants cannot replace antibiotics, but they can support resilience and reduce the need for medication by helping animals respond more effectively to health challenges.” - Dr. Emma Wall
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Dr. Emma Wall is Director of Discovery at Nutreco Exploration, where she leads the development of plant- and bacteria-derived solutions for animal nutrition. She holds a Ph.D. in animal physiology and has 15 years of experience in feed additives across R&D, technical marketing, and customer solutions, with expertise in medicinal plants, animal physiology, performance, and resilience.
Dr. Trevor Faber is Director of Companion Animal Nutrition and Technical Services at Trouw Nutrition, where he leads nutrition and formulation for companion animals. He oversees premix formulation, provides technical support to pet food customers, and helps translate emerging technologies into pet food applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from the University of Illinois and serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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- (02:22) Defining phytotechnology
- (04:37) Evaluating plant-based solutions
- (14:32) Ingredient safety
- (17:48) Sustainability insights
- (22:35) Plants and antibiotic use
- (31:28) Closing thoughts
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S2E172 - 33m - Sep 24, 2026 - Dr. Aleksan Shanoyan: Pet Food Market Trends | Ep. 171
In this special rerun episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Aleksan Shanoyan from Kansas State University explains how economics, consumer behavior, and supply chain dynamics shape modern pet food trends. He shares new insights from large-scale research on buyer preferences, pricing responses, and the gap between what consumers say they want and what they actually purchase. Learn how these findings can guide better product design and marketing decisions. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Understanding why consumers select specific products is more valuable than only tracking what is being purchased at a given moment."
Meet the guest: Dr. Aleksan Shanoyan is a Professor and University Distinguished Teaching Scholar in Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University. His work focuses on agribusiness management, agri-food marketing, supply chain resilience, and the economic forces shaping pet food purchasing behavior. He leads research exploring consumer preferences, pricing responses, and industry needs within the pet food sector. Listen to this conversation with Dr. Aleksan Shanoyan on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (09:29) Supply chain changes
- (11:12) Consumer review patterns
- (14:59) Price response insight
- (18:33) Attribute competition
- (25:37) Wish list versus cart
- (37:27) Final questions
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S2E171 - 40m - Sep 17, 2026 - Dr. Ricardo Vasconcellos: Preventing Oxidation In Pet Food | Ep. 170
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Ricardo Vasconcellos, Associate Professor at the State University of Maringá, discusses oxidative stability and shelf life in pet food. He discusses oxidation risks, ingredient quality, storage conditions, packaging, antioxidants, nutrient preservation, and practical recommendations for pet owners and manufacturers. Dr. Vasconcellos also explores how oxidation can affect palatability, nutritional value, and long-term health. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Preventing oxidation remains more important than focusing exclusively on replacing synthetic antioxidants with natural alternatives."
Meet the guest: Dr. Ricardo Vasconcellos is an Associate Professor at the State University of Maringá, Brazil. He earned his veterinary medicine degree from the Federal University of Viçosa and completed his M.S., Ph.D., and postdoctoral training at São Paulo State University. His research focuses on pet nutrition, oxidative stability, ingredient quality, and animal physiology. Learn more from Dr. Ricardo Vasconcellos on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (02:44) Oxidation drivers
- (10:16) Home storage
- (14:49) Nutrient preservation
- (24:29) Antioxidant strategies
- (28:45) Ingredient quality
- (31:38) Final Questions
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S2E170 - 36m - Sep 10, 2026 - Nacho Navarro-Regne: Rethinking Canine Longevity | Ep. 169
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Nacho Navarro-Regne, veterinarian and founder of Go-To Bites, discusses canine longevity, healthspan, and the daily decisions that influence how dogs age. He explains why longevity should start before the senior stage, how nutrition fits into a broader preventive system, and why body condition, microbiome health, dental care, emotional well-being, and biomarkers may reshape the future of canine longevity research. Listen now on all major platforms!
"It's not about reacting when a dog is a senior, but about looking at every single stage of a dog's life to support longevity."
Meet the guest: Dr. Nacho Navarro-Regne is a veterinarian with more than 20 years of international experience in animal health, animal nutrition, pet food, and business development across Europe and Asia Pacific. As founder of Go-To Bites, his work focuses on functional nutrition, canine longevity, preventive health, and innovation in companion animal nutrition. Listen to The Pet Food Science Podcast Show with Dr. Nacho Navarro Regne on all major platforms.
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- (18:36) Protein quality
- (22:11) Gut microbiome
- (27:48) Dental care and longevity
- (38:56) Future biomarkers
- (41:47) Closing thoughts
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S2E169 - 42m - Sep 3, 2026 - Dr. Anna Hielm-Björkman: Canine Nutrition Beyond Diet Labels | Ep. 168
In this special episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show marking International Dog Day, Dr. Anna Hielm-Björkman from the University of Helsinki examines how dietary patterns relate to canine gut health and chronic disease. She discusses raw and dry food research, epidemiological associations, diet interventions, microbiota, metabolomics, and nutrient composition while emphasizing the need to identify underlying mechanisms. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Dietary variety can help address nutritional limitations because repetitive feeding patterns may leave important nutritional components insufficiently represented across a dog's regular diet.”
Meet the guest: Dr. Anna Hielm-Björkman is a docent, senior researcher, and principal investigator at the University of Helsinki, where she leads the DogRisk research group. Her research examines relationships between canine nutrition, environmental factors, gut health, and chronic diseases through epidemiological and clinical studies. Hear Dr. Anna Hielm-Björkman share her research on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (16:35) Diet comparisons
- (18:48) Study design
- (21:18) Gut microbiota
- (23:48) Metabolic responses
- (29:14) Final Questions
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S2E168 - 32m - Aug 27, 2026 - Ivan Franco: AI for Pet Food Strategy | Ep. 167
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Ivan Franco, Founder and Managing Director of Triplethree International, explains how artificial intelligence is reshaping pet food market intelligence and business decisions. He discusses data quality, consumer segmentation, market forecasting, human judgment, and the growing importance of AI-supported decision systems for identifying opportunities across Latin America. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Market forecasting becomes stronger when artificial intelligence combines investment activity, product registrations, online searches, and consumer interest into meaningful market signals.”
Meet the guest: Ivan Franco is Founder and Managing Director of Triplethree International, specializing in Latin American pet food market intelligence. Over two decades, he has led competitive analysis and growth strategy projects for manufacturers, suppliers, and investors. His current work examines how artificial intelligence and decision systems improve market understanding and resource allocation. Hear more from Ivan Franco on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (09:06) Market forecasting
- (13:06) Consumer segmentation
- (15:08) Data quality
- (17:32) Human judgment
- (20:12) Final Questions
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S2E167 - 26m - Aug 20, 2026 - Sanjana Anan: Net Energy in Cat Diets | Ep. 166
In this special World Cat Day episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, we bring in Sanjana Anan, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Guelph, who explains how net energy could improve energy evaluation in feline nutrition. Topics include indirect calorimetry, limitations of metabolizable energy equations, diet formulation, sustainability, and the research required to develop reliable predictive models for cats. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Net energy represents dietary energy actually available for feline metabolism after digestive, urinary, and feeding-related heat losses have been properly accounted for.”
Meet the guest: Sanjana Anan is a postdoctoral researcher in Companion Animal Nutrition at the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on feline energy metabolism, indirect calorimetry, net energy estimation, and nutritional modeling. Her work examines how protein, fiber, carbohydrates, and other dietary factors influence energy utilization in cats. Hear Sanjana Anan discuss feline nutrition research on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (01:23) Introduction
- (03:27) Net energy basics
- (06:36) Indirect calorimetry
- (08:16) Energy equation limits
- (11:27) Formulation benefits
- (13:05) Predictive models
- (19:34) Final Questions
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S2E166 - 20m - Aug 13, 2026 - Jim Mann: The Evolution of Pet Food Safety | Ep. 165
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Jim Mann, Global Platform Manager for Antioxidants and Food Safety at Kemin Industries, explores events that shaped the pet food industry, from regulatory evolution and food safety to changing consumer expectations and innovative product formats. He explains how quality systems, supplier partnerships, and analytical technologies are helping prepare the industry for future challenges. Listen now on all major platforms.
"Raw material risk assessment helps pet food companies identify ingredient risks, contaminants, and origins before building testing programs around each material's risk level."
Meet the guest: Jim Mann is Global Platform Manager for Antioxidants and Food Safety at Kemin Industries, where he leads branding, product positioning, commercial training, and global platform strategy. His 35-year career at Kemin spans quality control, research chemistry, customer laboratory services, technical service, and product management for the pet food and rendering markets. Learn more from Jim Mann on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (01:21) Introduction
- (03:19) Industry advances
- (08:01) Regulatory shifts
- (13:41) Mycotoxin risks
- (18:47) Supplier quality
- (23:21) Innovation outlook
- (24:43) Final questions
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S2E165 - 29m - Aug 6, 2026 - Dr. Jan Suchodolski: Better Biomarkers for Pet Nutrition | Ep. 164
In this special episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, our co-host Dr. Jan Suchodolski from Texas A&M University explains why validated analytical methods are essential for reliable pet nutrition and gastrointestinal research. He discusses assay development, biomarker validation, omics technologies, microbiome analysis, and the role of artificial intelligence in improving research quality and diagnostics. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Without proper measurements, scientific discoveries about nutrition and health cannot produce reliable conclusions because inaccurate methods create uncertainty and reduce confidence in biological interpretation."
Meet the guest: Dr. Jan Suchodolski is Professor, Purina PetCare Endowed Chair for Microbiome Research, Associate Director and Head of Microbiome Sciences at the Gastrointestinal Laboratory at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on gastrointestinal biomarkers, intestinal microbiota, and diagnostic development. He has published more than 400 scientific articles, received the 2024 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award. He also serves as co-host of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show. Listen to Dr. Jan Suchodolski on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (01:16) Introduction
- (05:27) Assay validation basics
- (11:54) Discovery versus validation
- (18:33) Omics technologies
- (19:40) Bile acid biomarkers
- (26:04) Artificial intelligence
- (42:31) Final Questions
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S2E164 - 46m - Jul 30, 2026 - Dr. Carey Williams: Choosing Quality Horse Hay | Ep. 163
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show – Equine, Dr. Carey Williams, Extension Specialist in Equine Management and Professor at Rutgers University, explains how to successfully manage horses on all forage diets. Practical guidance covers forage quality, hay analysis, pasture management, nutrient balance, grazing strategies, and supplementation decisions to support horse health and sustainable feeding practices. Listen now on all major platforms!
"All forage diets still require salt because natural forages and grains remain deficient in sodium chloride, making consistent salt availability essential for maintaining normal physiological function."
Meet the guest: Dr. Carey Williams is an Extension Specialist in Equine Management and Professor at Rutgers University, where she also serves as Interim Director of the Rutgers Equine Science Center. Her research focuses on equine nutrition, pasture management, sustainable grazing systems, horse metabolism, and practical feeding strategies that improve equine health. Listen to The Pet Food Science Podcast Show – Equine featuring Dr. Carey Williams, available on all major platforms.
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- (01:02) Introduction
- (03:00) Forage diet basics
- (06:05) Suitable horses
- (09:51) Nutrient deficiencies
- (17:33) Hay analysis
- (26:05) Pasture intake
- (36:30) Final Questions
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S2E163 - 38m - Jul 23, 2026 - Dr. Jennifer Martin: Connecting Pet Food Industry and Academia | Ep. 162
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Jennifer Martin, Associate Professor and Director of the Pet Food Alliance at Colorado State University, explains how industry collaboration, research funding, and student engagement can strengthen pet food innovation. Research priorities, academic partnerships, product quality, safety, sustainability, and workforce development are highlighted to advance the pet food industry. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Student engagement with manufacturing facilities strengthens research by connecting laboratory work with production realities, creating opportunities to develop solutions that deliver meaningful value for the pet food industry."
Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Martin is an Associate Professor and Director of the Pet Food Alliance at Colorado State University. With a PhD in Animal and Food Science from Texas Tech University and a background in meat science, her research focuses on product quality, food safety, and industry collaboration to advance pet food research. Listen to Dr. Jennifer Martin on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (01:50) Introduction
- (09:08) Student engagement
- (16:27) Research funding
- (20:12) Research integrity
- (23:01) Oxidation strategy
- (24:47) Alliance membership
- (29:02) Final Questions
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S2E162 - 33m - Jul 16, 2026 - Dr. Ramón Almela: Atopic Dermatitis Nutrition Strategies | Ep. 161
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Ramón Almela, Assistant Professor at Tufts University, discusses the growing prevalence of atopic dermatitis in pets and the role of nutrition, supplements, probiotics, antioxidants, and fatty acids in skin health management. He explains current evidence, common misconceptions, skin barrier support strategies, and emerging research in veterinary dermatology. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Allergic skin diseases continue increasing across companion animals, creating greater demand for long-term management strategies that support patient comfort and skin health."
Meet the guest: Dr. Ramón Almela earned his DVM and PhD from the University of Murcia in Spain and became a European Veterinary Specialist® in Dermatology through the European College of Veterinary Dermatology. Currently an Assistant Professor at Tufts University, his work focuses on precision medicine, atopic dermatitis, autoimmune diseases, and advancing veterinary dermatology through research and education. Listen to Dr. Ramón Almela on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (04:10) Atopic dermatitis management
- (09:22) Supplement evidence review
- (10:01) Fatty acids benefits
- (21:11) Skin barrier support
- (24:19) Probiotic research advances
- (27:50) Final Questions
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S2E161 - 29m - Jul 9, 2026 - Dr. Mariana Perini: Protein Balance in Cats Diets | Ep. 160
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Mariana Perini, animal scientist from the University of São Paulo and specialist in cat nutrition, discusses protein requirements in cats, the role of tryptophan, nutrient balance, urinary pH management, hydration strategies, and nutritional approaches for urinary stone prevention. Practical insights highlight how diet formulation supports feline health and longevity. Listen now on all major platforms!
"There are no limits on protein intake for cats, but excessive consumption can alter gut microorganisms and increase metabolites associated with undesirable digestive outcomes."
Meet the guest: Dr. Mariana Perini is an animal scientist from the University of São Paulo with a Master's and Ph.D. in Dog and Cat Nutrition from FMVZ USP. Since 2017, her work has focused on feline nutrition, research, teaching, and industry applications. She also founded Brazil’s first nutritional care company specializing in cats and works with pet food companies. Listen to Dr. Mariana Perini on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (02:36) Protein intake
- (04:08) Wet versus dry
- (05:12) Tryptophan effects
- (06:41) Nutrient balance
- (09:24) Urinary pH
- (17:35) Final Questions
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S2E160 - 20m - Jul 2, 2026 - Dr. Yon Raileanu: Challenges in Clinical Nutrition | Ep. 159
In this special re-run episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Yon Raileanu, a veterinarian from Israel, who explores the challenges of advancing clinical nutrition in regions where board-certified nutritionists are scarce. He shares insights on cultural feeding practices, the need for better education, and how regional and religious factors influence diet formulation for pets. Listen now on all major platforms!
“Therapeutic diets face resistance not because of availability, but because owners and veterinarians often underestimate their scientific foundation.”
Meet the guest: Dr. Yon Raileanu is a veterinarian in Israel with a strong focus on pet nutrition and animal health. He earned a veterinary degree from FMU in Brazil and completed a Master of Science in Animal Sciences at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His work emphasizes clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, and improving nutritional education for veterinary professionals and pet owners. Listen to Dr. Yon Raileanu on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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- (01:59) Clinical nutrition challenges
- (07:20) Veterinary education access
- (10:43) Cultural feeding practices
- (16:28) Therapeutic diet adoption
- (22:48) Role of supplements
- (25:53) Final Questions
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S2E159 - 31m - Jun 25, 2026 - Dr. Kris Hiney: Obesity Challenges In Horses | Ep. 158
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show – Equine, Dr. Kris Hiney from Oklahoma State University discusses practical strategies for managing overweight horses. She explains the health consequences of obesity, challenges with pasture access and boarding facilities, forage management, grazing muzzles, slow feeders, nutrient balance, and owner compliance. Dr. Hiney also shares realistic approaches that support both horse welfare and long-term weight management. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Successful weight management programs depend on realistic recommendations that fit facility resources, management practices, and the horse's social environment."
Meet the guest: Dr. Kris Hiney is an Associate Professor and Equine Extension Specialist at Oklahoma State University. She earned her Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Michigan State University and has developed educational programs focused on equine nutrition, health, management, behavior, and welfare. Her work helps horse owners apply science-based practices to improve horse well-being and performance. Listen to Dr. Kris Hiney on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show – Equine, available on all major platforms.
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- (03:13) Obesity health impacts
- (06:37) Practical feeding strategies
- (10:33) Boarding barn challenges
- (13:15) Horse welfare management
- (23:56) Weight loss compliance
- (28:26) Final Questions
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