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The pet food industry is shifting towards minimally processed diets. Recent research now supports the benefits of raw food diets for dogs and cats, challenging previous notions.

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Advanced glycation end-product Bacteriophage High pressure pasteurization Irradiation Organic acid Ozone Probiotic Raw

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Nutrition
Comparative Animal Nutrition
Food Science

Background:

The pet food industry has undergone significant changes, with a recent surge in minimally processed food options.
Veterinary recommendations have historically lacked evidence supporting raw diets for pets.
This review addresses the evolving landscape of pet nutrition and raw food diets.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the potential negative impacts of cooking on pet food.
To explore the biochemical rationale behind the proposed advantages of raw pet food.
To analyze studies comparing raw and processed diets in dogs and cats.

Main Methods:

Literature review of scientific studies.
Biochemical analysis of nutrient changes during food processing.
Comparative analysis of research on raw versus cooked pet diets.

Main Results:

Cooking may cause detrimental changes to nutrients in pet food.
Biochemical evidence suggests potential benefits of raw diets.
Studies comparing raw and processed diets provide new insights.

Conclusions:

The scientific evidence supporting raw diets for pets is growing.
Further research is needed to fully understand the implications of raw versus processed diets.
Veterinarians should consider the latest research on minimally processed pet foods.