The Pet Food Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Amy Farcas, Founder of Veterinary Nutrition Care, and Dr. Kate Shoveller from the University of Guelph discuss how pet foods move from ingredients to finished products. They explore nutrition, manufacturing teams, consumer decision making, product quality, education, and the challenges of selecting the right diet for individual pets. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Nutrition decisions should consider individual animal needs, activity level, feeding management, and lifestyle factors rather than focusing on a single nutrient." – Dr. Kate Shoveller

Meet the guests:
Dr. Amy Farcas is a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist and Founder of Veterinary Nutrition Care. Her work focuses on clinical nutrition, dietary fiber research, and client education, helping pet owners and veterinary professionals make evidence-based feeding decisions for companion animals.
Dr. Kate Shoveller is Professor and Champion Petfoods Chair in Canine and Feline Nutrition at the University of Guelph, and also one of our co-hosts on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show. Her research focuses on protein, amino acid, and energy metabolism in companion animals.

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What will you learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(00:59) Introduction
(05:27) Pet food development
(12:20) Team-based nutrition
(18:22) Consumer diet selection
(23:10) Pet food quality
(24:07) Nutrition framework
(32:06) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Ashwath Bendre, Product Manager at Umami Bioworks, and Vincent Krudde, Head of Alternative Protein Program at Nutreco, discuss cultivated protein and its role in pet nutrition. They explain how cell-based seafood is produced, customized for nutrient profiles, and positioned to improve sustainability, protein diversity, and supply security. Discover how this emerging technology could shape the future of pet food. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Cultivated protein is the same real animal protein at a molecular level, produced through a different technology that allows controlled and efficient cell growth.” - Ashwath Bendre

Meet the guests:
Ashwath Bendre is a Product Manager at Umami Bioworks, a Singapore-based marine biotechnology company developing cultivated seafood. He holds an MBA from Nanyang Technological University and a Master of Science in Food Science from The University of British Columbia, with experience in quality assurance and supply chain operations.
Vincent Krudde is Head of the Alternative Protein Program at Nutreco, a global animal nutrition company. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and a degree in Applied Physics from Delft University of Technology, with experience in strategy consulting and global business leadership focused on sustainable protein innovation.

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What will you learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:23) Introduction
(04:15) Cell cultivation process
(10:04) Nutrient customization
(14:22) Feed efficiency comparison
(18:35) Sustainability potential
(21:23) Scaling challenges
(25:23) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Jason Coe from the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph explains how relationship-centered communication strengthens trust between veterinarians and pet owners during nutrition discussions. He shares research on pet owner resistance, open-ended questions, emotional intelligence, and practical communication tools that improve nutritional recommendations and long-term outcomes for companion animals. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Understanding the pet owner and household situation before presenting nutritional recommendations improves communication efficiency and reduces future resistance during consultations.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Jason B. Coe is a Professor at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, where he leads research focused on veterinary communication, relationship-centered care, and the human animal bond. His work explores how communication improves clinical outcomes, pet owner trust, and veterinary team relationships. Dr. Coe has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and co-authored Developing Communication Skills for Veterinary Practice. Listen to Dr. Jason Coe on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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What will you learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(00:57) Introduction
(05:33) Relationship centered care
(08:23) Communication approaches
(11:14) Nutrition resistance
(15:01) Open questions
(21:01) Nutrition conversations
(26:41) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Camila Goloni, professor at Unesp and veterinary nutritionist, explains how nutritional strategies support dogs and cats with cancer. She discusses cancer cachexia, obesity challenges, energy requirements, macronutrient balance, and the role of omega-3 fatty acids. Dr. Goloni highlights personalized nutrition as a clinical priority to improve quality of life and treatment response. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Good eating plans are key for helping pets with cancer because nutrition directly influences treatment tolerance, body condition, and the ability to maintain adequate energy and nutrient intake.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Camila Goloni is a veterinarian and professor at the Araçatuba School of Veterinary Medicine at Unesp. She holds a Master’s, Doctorate, and postdoctoral training in clinical nutrition for dogs and cats, with a focus on oncological nutrition. Her work centers on personalized nutritional strategies to support clinical outcomes in companion animals.

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What will you learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:11) Introduction
(02:25) Cancer nutrition
(05:59) Obesity impact
(08:12) Energy needs
(10:18) Macronutrients
(13:54) Omega-3
(16:56) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this special re-run episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Janak Dhakal from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, who takes a closer look at the important topic of pet food safety and its impact on both human and animal health. He shares insights into groundbreaking USDA-funded research aimed at reducing Salmonella risks in pet food using natural antimicrobials and bacteriophages. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about innovative solutions for making pet food safer. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform!

"Raw pet foods are particularly concerning due to the absence of safety interventions like cooking or chemical treatments to eliminate pathogens."

Meet the guest: Dr. Janak Dhakal is an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, specializing in food safety, food microbiology, and pet food safety. His research focuses on Salmonella control, antimicrobial resistance, and innovative mitigation strategies in pet food systems. With extensive academic and industry experience, his work supports safer pet nutrition practices. Learn more from Dr. Janak Dhakal on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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What will you learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:04) Introduction
(03:05) Research focus
(05:13) Pet food safety
(07:45) Salmonella risks
(10:17) Raw pet food
(18:10) Innovative solutions
(22:04) Final Questions

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