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Pet acquisition may not boost long-term well-being for all owners

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The conventional view is that pets enhance people’s mental well-being and encourage physical activity, resulting in health benefits. However, the relationship may go the other way. People with emotional needs may gravitate towards pets to fulfill their own psychological requirements. What’s more, pet ownership’s health benefits may be fleeting and depend on the species of … Read more

Poll: How are pet food pros adapting to rising cat ownership?

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Cat ownership has hit an all-time high of 49 million households in 2024 (up 23%), with Gen Z and Millennial men embracing the “Cat Dad” identity. Single cat households are declining while multi-cat households are on the rise. This survey aims to understand how pet food industry professionals are responding to these new market dynamics.

From mentees to mentors: How three pet food veterans are paying it forward

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In a candid conversation on June 27 hosted by Women in Petfood Leadership and moderated by Petfood Industry’s Lindsay Beaton, three industry veterans opened up about their mentorship journeys, from overcoming early career challenges in a male-dominated field to becoming the mentors they wish they’d had when starting out. Gail Kuhlman, PhD, retired technical fellow … Read more