Dr. George Fahey: Pet Nutrition & Fiber | Ep. 75

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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. George Fahey, Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois, takes us through the evolving role of fiber in pet nutrition. Dr. Fahey shares valuable insights into fiber formulations, finding the right balance between soluble and insoluble fiber, and how prebiotics and resistant starch can support digestive health. Tune in for an engaging discussion on optimizing dietary fiber for the well-being of dogs and cats. Catch the episode on your favorite podcast platform!

“Each life stage in pets requires specific fiber blends to optimize gut health and immune support.”

Meet the guest: Dr. George Fahey, Professor Emeritus of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois, has devoted his career to advancing knowledge on pet nutrition, with a focus on dietary fiber, prebiotics, and digestive physiology. Working alongside industry leaders, Dr. Fahey has helped improve nutritional standards across pet food formulations. He holds a B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. from West Virginia University.

What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:47) Introduction
• (09:45) Fiber blends
• (11:38) Prebiotics & microbiota
• (17:29) Fiber in cats vs. dogs
• (25:21) Resistant starch value
• (36:38) Aging pets and fiber
• (38:26) Final Questions

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