Ethical solutions wanted in Mexico’s competitive pet food industry

Mexico’s pet food market has seen significant growth, but it faces structural hurdles and ethical gaps that shape its trajectory. Héctor Pinto, co-founder and CEO of The Respet Company, provides a sharp analysis of the four dynamics highlighting its challenges and opportunities. 1. Market leadership and ethical challenges The market is controlled by three major … Read more

Typhoid Mary dogs may spread drug-resistant Salmonella without getting sick

Like Mary Mallon, or Typhoid Mary, pets could be spreading disease caused by Salmonella without getting ill themselves. A group of researchers at Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) examined existing cases of Salmonella isolated from dogs to quantify the threat of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria spread by dogs. “Especially with Salmonella, we think about the role of … Read more