Petworking at Global Pet Expo 2025: DISCOVERING KAROO WILD: The Most Novel Protein in Pet Treats
Join Petworking's Peter Kenseth as he interviews Joshua Patterson of Montego Pet Nutrition about their exciting U.S. debut with Karoo [kuh-ROO] Wild treats. Discover how these treats feature African antelope - potentially the most novel protein available in today's pet market!Learn about this ethical, sustainable protein source that's wild-caught by professional hunting teams with veterinarians present. The Karoo treats not only provide a unique, lean protein option perfect for pets with allergies but also help revitalize South Africa's economy by creating quality jobs with hand-processed (not mechanically deboned) meat.Filmed at Global Pet Expo 2025, this interview highlights how Montego - South Africa's largest privately-owned pet food manufacturer - is bringing their 25 years of expertise to American pet parents looking for functional, sustainable treats they can feel good about giving.#PetTreats #NovelProtein #GlobalPetExpo2025 #Petworking #SustainablePetFood #Karoo🔔 Don't forget to FOLLOW for more pet industry insights and innovations!
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Revisiting Leap Years: What Two Years Has Taught Us About Pet Longevity
🐕 PETWORKING 2-YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: Leap Years Returns!Join host Peter Kenseth as he reunites with Dr. Ginny Renko from Leap Years, now joined by anti-aging specialist Dr. Heather Oxford, to explore fascinating developments in pet longevity science! Two years after our inaugural episode, discover how NAD+ supplementation is transforming the lives of senior dogs, with remarkable stories of 17-year-old pups building muscle and regaining their vitality.Learn about the published clinical trial results, hear real veterinary experiences, and understand the science behind this innovative approach to pet aging. Whether your furry friend is just entering middle age or enjoying their golden years, this conversation offers valuable insights into extending not just lifespan, but quality of life for our beloved companions.Subscribe to Petworking as we celebrate our 2-year anniversary! 🎂 #PetLongevity #SeniorDogCare #LeapYears
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🔍 Value-Innovation at Global Pet Expo 2025: Full Moon's Game-Changing Air-Dried Pet Food
In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth interviews Aeliya Mohsin, Senior Director of Marketing at Full Moon (Perdue Farms). Their conversation is emblematic of one of the biggest trends at Global Pet Expo 2025 - brands finding innovative ways to deliver premium nutrition at accessible price points. Full Moon's Pure Protein air-dried recipe brings premium nutrition to mass retail at HALF the price of leading air-dried brands! Find out how their vertical integration with Perdue Farms makes this possible while maintaining human-grade quality. Learn about: Their revolutionary pricing strategy (50% less than competitors!) How they're bringing premium nutrition to Walmart, Target & more Their mission to democratize high-quality pet food Join the conversation about value innovation in the pet industry and follow Petworking for more insider interviews with the brands transforming pet care.🎧 New episodes weekly🐾 #Petworking #PetIndustry
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Petworking at Global Pet Expo 2025: Tiki Cat Innovation Spotlight
Join Peter Kenseth of Petworking as he interviews Brad Bytof, Strategic Account Manager at Tiki Cat (Whitebridge Pet Brands) at Global Pet Expo 2025.Despite mixed signals about "The Year of the Cat," Tiki Cat continues to dominate the specialty pet channel with exciting new launches! Discover their innovative "Tiki Cat Solutions" line with mix-and-match functional options, new goat's milk replacer in convenient packaging, and extensions to their premium "After Dark" range.Brad shares insights on navigating their recent acquisition by General Mills, how business remains "as usual," and what we might expect at Super Zoo later this year. Plus, the two dog dads share a laugh about learning the ins and outs of cat nutrition!
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Gut Health to Holistic Wellness: Dr. Catherine Ruggiero on the Microbiome
Join Peter Kenseth as he sits down with Dr. Catherine Ruggiero, Senior Manager of Scientific Communications at Hill's Pet Nutrition and one of just 89 board-certified veterinary nutritionists in the country. Discover how the microbiome is revolutionizing pet nutrition and why not all fiber is created equal!In this episode:- The science behind prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics- How Hill's ActivBiome+ technology targets specific health needs through specialized fiber blends- Why 70% of your pet's immune system lives in their gut- Hill's collaboration with Harvard's TH Chan School of Public Health- The surprising connection between pet and human microbiome researchLearn how specific prebiotic fibers can produce targeted health benefits beyond digestion and why Hill's is bringing ActivBiome+ to its Science Diet formulations.