New bill proposes streamlining regulation of pet food 02.23.2024 By Kimberlie Clyma Under the PURR Act, the FDA would have regulatory authority over labeling and ingredient review for pet food and treats.Read More
State chemical bans, FSMA compliance on FDA’s regulatory radar in 2024 02.20.2024 By Caleb Wilson The agency will likely focus on chemical risks, allergen thresholds and enforcement of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) in the coming year.Read More
Viva Raw recalls fresh pet food formulas 02.12.2024 By Nicole Kerwin The recall involves four products for dogs and cats in one lot.Read More
CVM strikes out-of-date policy for novel animal food ingredient process 02.08.2024 By Jordan Tyler The decision goes hand in hand with the Innovative FEED Act awaiting a Congressional vote.Read More
Is copper-associated hepatopathy the new DCM? 02.06.2024 By Stephanie Clark Ph.D., Sydney McCauley Ph.D., and Bradley Quest DVM Before jumping to conclusions about the risks of copper and liver disease in dogs, the industry needs to conduct research.Read More
Baltimore facility warned for food safety violations 01.31.2024 By Jordan Tyler Ingredients intended for use in animal food were found stored outside, uncovered, and contaminated.Read More
Updated: Blue Ridge Beef expands raw pet food recall 12.28.2023 By Jordan Tyler and Nicole Kerwin Blue Ridge Beef has recalled several lots of kitten and puppy formulas for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes risk.Read More
FDA issues warning letters to Chewy, others on antimicrobial animal drugs 12.18.2023 By Nicole Kerwin According to the agency, the drugs for aquatic fish and pet birds are being illegally marketed over the counter.Read More
Congress to vote on new regulatory pathway for animal food additives 12.12.2023 By Susan Reidy The Innovative FEED Act has bipartisan and bicameral support, according to the American Feed Industry Association.Read More
TFP Nutrition recalls all pet food products manufactured at Texas facility 11.21.2023 By Jordan Tyler Fifty-five dog and cat food formulas are included in the expanded recall.Read More