In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show – Equine, Dr. Brian Nielsen from Michigan State University discusses the vital topic of hydration and electrolytes in horses. He clears up common misconceptions, highlights the importance of water during exercise, and shares effective strategies for keeping horses properly hydrated. Dr. Nielsen also talks about the risks of over-supplementing electrolytes and how simple changes can have a big impact on horse health. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Many people mistakenly avoid giving horses water after exercise, fearing it could cause colic or laminitis, but this is a significant misconception."Meet the guest: Dr. Brian Nielsen is a Professor of Equine Exercise Physiology at Michigan State University. He completed his undergraduate degree in Animal Science at the University of Wisconsin – River Falls and earned his M.S. and Ph.D. from Texas A&M University. With over 90 peer-reviewed papers and significant contributions to equine hydration and exercise research, Dr. Nielsen is recognized as a leader in the field.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:47) Introduction(05:17) Importance of hydration(08:49) Common hydration mistakes(14:14) Electrolyte supplementation(25:13) Racing horses and hydration(33:23) Managing electrolytes(49:15) Final ThoughtsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Trouw Nutrition* Kemin- Stratum- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition- Biorigin𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Pet Food Science Podcast Show
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Maïlys Le Thiec: Ingredient Quality & Palatability | Ep. 117
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Maïlys Le Thiec from Kemin Nutrisurance shares practical insights on how palatability solutions impact pet food formulation. She explains how ingredient quality, processing, and sensory components influence acceptance in dogs and cats. Learn how tailored approaches can improve appeal across dry, wet, and even vegan pet diets. Listen now on all major platforms!"Palatability is really about pleasure and satisfaction, using mainly smell and taste to influence a pet's willingness to eat again."Meet the guest: Maïlys Le Thiec brings a decade of experience to the pet food sector, with a specialization in palatability. She spent over three years in palatant development and now works as Technical Service Manager for Palatant and Health and Nutrition at Kemin Nutrisurance.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Jackie Parr: Tailoring Pet Diets | Ep. 101Louise Calderwood: Modernized Pet Food Labels | Ep. 80Dr. George Fahey: Pet Nutrition & Fiber | Ep. 75What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:59) Introduction(03:34) Defining palatability(05:53) Ingredient quality effects(06:59) Negative ingredient impacts(10:25) Designing palatants(17:03) Raw vs dry formats(24:22) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kemin* Trouw Nutrition- Biorigin- Stratum- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Pet Food Science Podcast Show
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Dr. Erin Perry: Working Dogs Diet | Ep. 116
In this special episode celebrating ‘National Dog Day’ of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Erin Perry from Southern Illinois University explores the nutritional challenges and stress-related health concerns faced by working dogs. She explains how fiber therapy, microbiome development, and proper puppy screening can improve canine GI health and performance. Learn practical, science-backed strategies to optimize working dog nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms!"Beyond calories and protein, environmental stressors like heat, cold, and travel demand serious attention to gastrointestinal health in working dogs."Meet the guest: Dr. Erin Perry currently serves as a tenured professor at Southern Illinois University. With over a decade of research in working canine health and over 20 years as a FEMA canine handler, her work focuses on operational stress, gastrointestinal health, and performance management in dogs. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:08) Introduction(05:09) Canine stress response(07:34) Heat injury risks(15:39) Puppy development phase(21:53) Stress and digestion(25:27) Fiber as prevention(33:11) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Trouw Nutrition* Kemin- Biorigin- Stratum- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Pet Food Science Podcast Show
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Dr. Sara Martini: Microbiota & Nutrition | Ep. 115
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Sara Martini explains how microbiota imbalances affect gut health and nutrient metabolism in companion animals. She shares insight on fecal biomarkers, the dysbiosis index, and how bile acids are regulated by specific bacteria. Learn how prebiotics and dietary fiber influence microbial resilience and long-term pet wellness. Listen now on all major platforms!"Microbiota profiles differ significantly between healthy pets, meaning gut health must be defined by functionality, not uniformity."Meet the guest: Dr. Sara Martini received her Ph.D. in Animal Sciences with a focus on Companion Animal Nutrition from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she also earned her B.S. and M.S. Her research targets microbiome recovery after antibiotics and the interaction between fiber and pet metabolism. With seven publications and recent accolades in the field, Dr. Martini brings vital insights to understanding gut health in pets.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:44) Introduction(02:26) Defining gut health(04:49) Using fecal panels(08:42) Dysbiosis in pets(15:08) Role of bile acids(21:51) Nutrition’s impact(33:11) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kemin* Trouw Nutrition- Stratum- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition- Biorigin𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Pet Food Science Podcast Show
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Lara Moody: Pet Food Sustainability Trends | Ep. 114
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Lara Moody, from the Institute for Feed Education & Research (IFEEDER), breaks down key findings from the latest U.S. pet food ingredient report. She shares insight into evolving trends in sustainability, ingredient use, and industry-wide data applications that impact both manufacturers and researchers. Learn how lifecycle data and sustainability metrics shape the future of pet food. Listen now on all major platforms!"People are looking for products that look more like what they’re consuming, with those marine based and meat based products."Meet the guest: Lara Moody holds a B.A.Sc. and M.Sc. in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering from the University of Tennessee. With a background in sustainability and nutrient management, she has led projects at both The Fertilizer Institute and IFEEDER. At IFEEDER, she advances research and education supporting long-term sustainability in animal and pet food systems.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:50) Introduction(01:26) Sustainability in pet food(05:10) Lifecycle assessments(07:40) Report methodology(10:03) Ingredient usage trends(14:57) Economic impact data(22:40) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Trouw Nutrition* Kemin- Biorigin- Stratum- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Pet Food Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Pet Food Science Podcast Show
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