Researchers found that when egg IgY antibodies are introduced to cats’ diets they result in reduced activity of the Fel d1 allergen in cats’ saliva.

Antibodies start fighting infection in animals’ bodies by attaching to invading organisms, or other things the body identifies as a threat such as allergens. Once attached, the antibodies either block the foreign body’s activity or mark it for destruction by other cells. Using that knowledge, scientists found an antibody in eggs that, when included in cats’ diets, can neutralize a chemical involved in human’s allergic reaction to felines. They presented their findings at the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) Congress in June. Read more.

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Wall, Tim. “Egg Antibodies in Cat Food May Fight Human Allergies.” PetfoodIndustry.com, PetfoodIndustry.com, 13 Aug. 2019, http://www.petfoodindustry.com/articles/8406-egg-antibodies-in-cat-food-may-fight-human-allergies.

 

Upcycling refers to the process of finding and using otherwise wasted materials to create new products.

While dogs’ ancient ancestors were wolves, for the last 10,000 years or so their ancestors likely scarfed down human refuse and handouts during domestication. While nutritionally balanced dog diets have replaced trash middens and leftovers, modern canines can still fulfill their primeval passion for making sure no food goes to waste. Shameless Pets uses unwanted fruits, vegetables and other ingredients to make upcycled dog treats. Upcycling refers to the process of finding and using otherwise wasted materials to create new products, in this case saving food scraps from the scrap heap. Read more.

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Wall, Tim. “Upcycled Dog Treats Rescue Otherwise Wasted Misfit Foods.” PetfoodIndustry.com, PetfoodIndustry.com, 12 Aug. 2019, http://www.petfoodindustry.com/articles/8400-upcycled-dog-treats-rescue-otherwise-wasted-misfit-foods.

As of July 31, people in 33 states have reported 127 cases of Salmonella infections. Twenty-six humans were hospitalized in these cases.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended that people neither buy nor use all pig ear pet treats in the United States. Read more.

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Wall, Tim. “FDA, CDC Recommend No Pig Ear Dog Chew Use in US.” PetfoodIndustry.com, PetfoodIndustry.com, 31 July 2019, http://www.petfoodindustry.com/articles/8374-fda-cdc-recommend-no-pig-ear-dog-chew-use-in-us.