The Possibilities of Alternative Proteins for Pets

For pet owners, nothing is more important to them than the health and well-being of their animal companions. With consumer preferences shifting into exploring the use of more alternative proteins for themselves for many reasons, including, but not limited to, animal welfare and environment, we have also seen a shift in their buying habits mimicking their own when it comes to purchasing for their pets.

Traditionally, pet foods relied heavily on animal proteins. However, due to shifts in consumer behaviour for themselves and the humanization of their pets, there has been a surge in demand for alternative proteins for dogs and cats that still provide them optimal nutrition.

Recent research has shown that alternatives such as yellow peas, green lentils, black bean grits, navy bean powder, garbanzo beans, pea protein, soy protein concentrate, soy flakes, soybean meal, peanut flour, corn gluten meal, potato protein, and Versity® dried yeast can all be used as healthy and digestible alternatives to animal protein for feeding pets.

If you are interested in delving deeper into these insights, the ADM Pet Nutrition team is pleased to make these valuable scientific studies available to you below.