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BlogHow well do you know your cat? Unlocking the mystery behind our feline friend’s behavior The historical origins of the modern domestic cat is shrouded in mystery, but current evidence traces back to ancient Egypt around 5,000 years ago. Cats became valued members of society because they protected precious grain stores from rats and mice. Domestic cats gradually made their way […]
Aug 13, 2024
BlogLALPROBIOME heat-treated bacterial strains support gut barrier functionLallemand Animal Nutrition recently conducted a study in collaboration with the University of Plymouth to compare the beneficial effect of dietary supplementation with Lactobacillus-based products, either live (probiotic) or LALPROBIOME heat-treated (postbiotic), in supporting gut barrier integrity using zebrafish as a vertebrate model. Why Zebrafish? Since 1960’s, the 3R’s principle (Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement) has […]
Jun 9, 2024
BlogPostbiotics yeast vs bacteria: what is the difference?Report from Petfood Forum Europe, Nuremberg, Germany On May 6 2024, Dr. Francesca Susca, DVM, Ph.D., Global Pet Product & Business Development Manager at Lallemand delivered a lecture at PetFood Forum Europe in Nuremberg, Germany, titled: “Postbiotics yeast vs. bacteria for pet food: What is the difference?”. She highlighted the main difference between yeast and […]
May 5, 2024
BlogTransportation with horses: How to better help horses cope with this stressful event?Horse transportation is a common and necessary part of equestrian life. Leisure horses and equine athletes alike are frequently transported for various purposes, including competitions, exhibitions, and medical care. Even a short trip can be a highly stressful experience. For horses, stressors during transportation can include: confinement in a trailer, changes in routine, and exposure […]
Feb 8, 2024
BlogExpert interview: Science-based nutraceutical supplement, a way to bring value to horses and pet owners5 questions for Dr. Michael Lindinger, President, Nutraceutical Alliance, Canada, nutraceutical supplements design and regulatory specialist. Dr. Lindinger, in your daily job as a nutraceutical supplement designer, what are the questions your clients need you to answer? What is the future of equine nutraceutical supplements, which types of challenges will need to be addressed? Which […]
Feb 4, 2024
BlogPet well-being and rehabilitation in the changing world: engaging the master emotionResearchers estimated the incidence of separation-related behavior problems to be as high as 20% within the dog population.To adapt to these changes in daily routine and social interaction, companion animal veterinary behaviorist, Dr. Robert Falconer-Taylor has written a series of articles to act as an optimistic guide to preparing for changes in the situation.
Nov 27, 2023
BlogAsk an Expert – All about pets emotional states and mood states with Dr. Robert Falconer-TaylorAsk an Expert is a way for you to reach out to professionals. Our expert – Dr. Falconer-Taylor, as a companion animal veterinary behaviorist, has been helping pets with behavior problems for over 20 years. Here are some questions and answers!
Nov 27, 2023
BlogFrom the gut to the brain, and back: A two-way connection for improving pet well-beingAt the Petfood Forum China, in Shangai, Francesca Susca, Ph.D., DVM, Pet Development Manager at Lallemand Animal Nutrition, shared some new insights into brain-gut-microbiota interactions in pets with a lecture titled: From the gut to the brain, and back: A two-way connection for improving pet well-being. Here are the some of the main take-home messages […]
Nov 27, 2023