Weekly Roundup
Friday · 10/23/2026 · Issue #411
NEW DATA
We've now read the back of 3,883 dog-food recipes
And the guaranteed analysis got a lot more complete.
The Panel, The Underbite's ingredient map, just got a big update. It now covers 3,883 ingredient lists from 427 brands, up from 2,776 and 408 at launch.
3,448 recipes carry the label's guaranteed analysis, and many now show the fuller table, with lines like omega-3s and calories where we captured them. When the label gives a moisture figure, a dry-matter column sits beside the numbers, so a canned recipe and a kibble compare on the same basis.
Look up any ingredient and see how the market uses it. Put up to four brands or recipes side by side. See which brands build their recipes alike.
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Underbite Pro members get full access to The Panel. Search 3,883 recipes, read 3,448 guaranteed analyses, and explore a dataset that keeps growing.
Quick Hits
🧬 Rejuvenate Bio is raising capital to advance gene therapies targeting aging and age-related diseases in animals
💸 Veterinary care costs have surged 67% since 2017, leaving more pet owners facing impossible choices
🤖 AI cameras can monitor your dog, but can they really replace a human pet sitter?
🐕 Dogs often hide pain, but subtle behavioral changes could help owners recognize discomfort much earlier
⚠️ Vet warns against a growing trend among some dog owners
😟 55% of surveyed vet techs say their skills are underused, a Penn Foster report finds
Warhound Raises $200M to Genetically Enhance Military Dogs
Ben Lamm's new startup combines Colossal's genetic technology with Anduril's defense equipment to develop the next generation of military working dogs.
Wedgewood Recalls Nearly 4,000 Veterinary Drug Listings
The nationwide recall covers compounded medications over potential potency issues, with affected products shipped between February and October.
Familiar Therapeutics Launches With $5M
With 13 drug programs already underway, the biotech aims to turn promising human medicines into approved treatments for dogs and cats.
Nestlé Petcare Grows 5.3% as Cat Food Drives Sales
Petcare helped Nestlé beat quarterly sales growth expectations, with strong demand for cat food leading the category.
Vimian Acquires $6.9M Veterinary Surgery Specialist
The animal health group has agreed to acquire Norfolk Medical Products, expanding into specialized soft tissue surgery.
Post Holdings: Pet E-Commerce Outpaces Retail
Online pet food sales are growing faster than physical retail channels, while dry dog food continues to face pressure.
Phillips Adds 8,000+ SKUs for Northeast Retailers
The distributor has consolidated operations and expanded its assortment, offering retailers more products through a single ordering system.
IVC Launches New Preventive Care Service
HealthCheck360 introduces 30-minute nurse-led consultations between annual vaccinations across the UK and Ireland.
Europe's Veterinary Drug Market Projected to Hit $23.1B
Precedence Research forecasts the European veterinary pharmaceuticals market will more than double from $9.52 billion in 2027 by 2036.
Enifer's Mycoprotein Enters European Dog Food
Dutch pet food brand HenArt launches LEVENDO, featuring Finnish biotech Enifer's fermentation-derived PEKILO protein.
PetScreening: Pets Are Reshaping Consumer Spending
A new report finds pets increasingly influence housing, work and travel decisions, with 69% of pet-owning renters citing pet-related benefits in apartment searches.
Mars Ranks #17 Among America's Most Trusted Companies
The pet care and snacking giant climbed from #40 to #17 on Forbes' 2027 list of 300 companies.
98% of Pet Owners Report Health Benefits, New Survey Finds
HABRI's 2026 survey finds that 98% of pet owners experience health benefits from their animals, while 74% of Americans own pets and another 15% want one.
Pet Industry Pushes for More Pet-Friendly Housing
APPA is backing efforts in Denver, Dallas, Portland and other cities to reduce pet-related housing barriers, including restrictions, rental fees and deposits that make finding pet-friendly housing difficult.
Fewer Than 6% of Veterinary Graduates Enter Equine Practice
A new study involving 18 veterinary students highlights concerns about compensation, student debt, work-life balance and mentorship as the equine profession struggles to attract and retain veterinarians.
Subaru, ASPCA and iHeartMedia Expand Shelter Animal Campaign
Subaru is adding $25,000 in funding and partnering with iHeartMedia on a national campaign supporting shelter animals, building on a long-running ASPCA partnership that has helped more than 900,000 animals.
Three-Legged Rescue Dog Crowned World's Cutest
Champ, a 10-year-old Yorkie mix and therapy dog who lost a leg after being rescued from the streets, won PEOPLE's 2026 World's Cutest Rescue Dog contest, presented by Pedigree.
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