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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
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
BlogUnlocking the Power of Bacterial Postbiotics: Zebrafish as a Model for Pet Food ResearchLallemand 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. Zebrafish: As a model Since the 1960s, the 3Rs principle: Replacement, Reduction, […]
Apr 15, 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
BlogExpert interview: Maternal Imprinting in Horses3 questions for Dr. Jean-Marc Betsch, Vice President, Association Vétérinaire Equine Française (AVEF), France, equine surgeon specializing in locomotor pathology. Dr. Betsch, in your experience, what are the main challenges for the mare at the end of gestation? He added: How do you support the breeding and foaling team? What are the major levers for […]
Nov 27, 2023
BlogEmotions, body language and mood. How well do we know our dogs?National Pet Month raises awareness of responsible pet ownership through their educational campaigns and resources across various platforms. NPM celebrates pet ownership, sharing the many benefits of our cherished companions across the UK. The campaign is run every year from 1st April to 1st May by National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) and UK Pet […]
Nov 27, 2023
BlogExpert interview: The Development of PetWAG, a dog mood state assessment toolDr. Robert Falconer-Taylor, Veterinary Director and Head of Education at Pet CPD in the UK Robert delivers education to the veterinary profession on clinical nutrition, behavioural medicine and pharmacology. He is also involved in the development of ‘The Puppy Plan,’ a collaboration effort between Dogs Trust and the Kennel Club in the UK. Dr. Falconer-Taylor […]
Nov 27, 2023
BlogTackling horse oxidative stress to support joint and muscle healthThis article is focusing on the second topic of the Lallemand seminar dedicated to companion animal microbiome and welfare: oxidative stress, its implication in joint and muscle health, and antioxidant supplementation.
Nov 27, 2023