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Animal Food Product Development Services – Food Research Lab

Author: Megan Edwin
by Megan Edwin
Posted: Jul 08, 2025

Animal Food Product Development Services – Food Research Lab

As the animal nutrition industry evolves, today’s consumers expect more—whether it’s clean-label dog treats, performance-boosting livestock feed, or digestible aquaculture products. At Food Research Lab (FRL), we offer comprehensive animal food product development services tailored to meet the needs of pets, farm animals, and aquatic species. Our goal? To help brands create science-backed, regulation-ready products that deliver real nutritional value and stand out in a competitive market.

From innovative formulations to pilot production, FRL supports your journey from concept to commercial success.

Smart Prototyping for Pet Nutrition

Turning a new pet food idea into a viable product starts with prototyping. Our dog and cat food design prototyping services help brands explore new formats, ingredients, and textures—before scaling up.

We specialize in creating:

  • Dry kibble, wet food, and pâtés
  • Functional treats, chews, and sticks
  • Freeze-dried or semi-moist snack products

Each prototype is evaluated for palatability, nutritional content, shelf stability, and species-specific preferences. This allows you to refine your idea, minimize risk, and speed up development timelines.

Formulations Backed by Veterinary Science

Our expert team blends food technology with veterinary science to create balanced, functional pet food formulations. Whether you're designing for general wellness or specific health concerns, we tailor recipes for your target audience—both pets and their owners.

We offer:

  • Optimal protein, fat, and carbohydrate ratios
  • Hypoallergenic and grain-free solutions
  • Diets enriched with omega-3s, probiotics, and joint-support ingredients
  • Age-specific formulations for puppies, kittens, and seniors
  • Additive-free, clean-label pet food development

Every formula is designed for digestibility, health impact, and flavor—ensuring happy pets and satisfied customers.

Functional Pet Food & Treats

Modern pet parents want more than just food—they’re looking for products that promote overall health. Our dog and cat food & product formulation services help you develop functional options with proven benefits.

Product types include:

  • Gut-health supplements with prebiotics and probiotics
  • Skin and coat-enhancing treats with fatty acids and zinc
  • Joint support chews with glucosamine and chondroitin
  • Dental treats with enzymatic action
  • Custom textures and treat shapes to support chewability and engagement

We also help validate ingredients, assess product stability, and optimize packaging compatibility.

Comprehensive Pet Nutrition Development

Our nutritional product development services for dogs and cats cover every aspect of formulation and market readiness, including:

  • Ingredient sourcing and traceability
  • AAFCO and FEDIAF nutritional compliance
  • Palatability testing (both lab-based and in-animal)
  • Shelf-life assessment under real-world conditions
  • Regulatory documentation and claim validation

With FRL, your pet nutrition product isn’t just well-formulated—it’s ready for regulatory approval and consumer trust.

Science-Led R&D for Animal Nutrition

Our technical capabilities go beyond the basics. We leverage deep scientific knowledge to create high-quality, scalable, and cost-effective formulations.

Key areas of focus:

  • Veterinary-guided formulation
  • Kibble and treat extrusion processing
  • Digestibility and bioavailability optimization
  • Clean-label, traceable, and sustainably sourced ingredients
  • Economical formulation strategies without compromising nutrition

Whether you’re developing a sport dog performance formula or a kitten-friendly, allergen-free food—we’ve got you covered.

Solutions Across All Animal Sectors

We serve brands across the entire animal nutrition spectrum:

  • About the Author

    Dr Megan is a skilled Food scientist from India with 7 years of experience. Upon finishing touch of his PhD, he worked for numerous Fmcgs.

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