Dr. Emira Mehinagic: Pet Food Palatability | Ep. 94

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Emira Mehinagic, Director of Research in Pet Food Palatability at Symrise, takes us through the fascinating world of pet food preference. She explains how sensory science, ingredient interactions, and behavioral studies influence what pets enjoy eating—and why that matters to pet owners. Discover how pet food manufacturers assess and improve palatability to create meals that keep pets happy and engaged. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on what makes pet food truly irresistible!

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"Dogs and cats process flavors differently—while dogs are drawn to strong aromas, cats are more selective and cautious."

Meet the guest: Dr. Emira Mehinagic holds an HDR and PhD in Food Science, specializing in sensory evaluation and consumer studies. She has over a decade of experience in pet food palatability research, focusing on behavioral and instrumental methodologies. Currently the Director of Research in Pet Food Palatability at Symrise, Dr. Mehinagic collaborates with industry leaders to enhance pet food acceptance.

What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:00) Introduction
• (04:14) Defining palatability
• (06:04) Measuring pet food acceptance
• (08:43) Consumer perception of palatability
• (13:47) Sensory differences in dogs vs. cats
• (22:00) Role of ingredients in palatability
• (33:35) Final Questions

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