Hollywood Feed University Presents Online Course Entitled “Science Behind the Raw Pet Food Movement: Growth & Success Explained”
August 08, 2024
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Hollywood Feed University Presents Online Course Entitled “Science Behind the Raw Pet Food Movement: Growth & Success Explained”
Hollywood Feed recently hosted a free virtual class, entitled “Science Behind the Raw Pet Food Movement: Growth & Success Explained” taught by Primal Pet Foods’ Founder and Chief Product Development Officer, Matt Koss and Director of Nutrition and Formulation, Dr. James Templeman. This course was part of Hollywood Feed’s free pet wellness education resource known as Hollywood Feed University.
In this presentation, Koss and Templeman shared basic concepts about feeding pets a raw diet and several health benefits that come along with it. They taught that feeding your pets a raw diet can lead to shinier coats, healthier skin, and increased gut health. Many pet owners report improved digestion and increased energy levels in their furry companions. Additionally, a raw diet can help pets maintain an ideal weight, as it is often lower in carbohydrates and free from artificial additives found in some commercial pet foods. Ultimately, a raw diet can offer numerous benefits and ensure that your pets live a healthy, vibrant life.
During the course, he held a live, interactive Q&A session with attendees and addressed the questions asked by viewers.
A recording of each class may be viewed on the Hollywood Feed University website at: https://hfu.hollywoodfeed.com/live-presentations/science-behind-the-raw-pet-food-movement-growth-success-explained/
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS: Matt Koss founded Primal Pet Foods in 2001 with a mission to help improve the overall health and happiness of our pets through species appropriate nutrition. Although he started his career as a trained chef in San Francisco, Matt found a way to bring his culinary expertise to the pet industry. When his dog, Luna, started experiencing health issues, he took the advice of a holistic veterinarian and started preparing food in his own kitchen for Luna. Matt quickly saw the improvements in her health and was determined to share his solution with other pet parents. Over the last 20 years, Primal has become a leader in the raw and freeze-dried pet food category, and Matt has continued to innovate and introduce new products to help make raw nutrition more accessible and convenient for pets and their parents.
James Templeman, PhD, serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Guelph and the Director of Nutrition and Formulation with Primal Pet Foods. He has conducted extensive research in animal nutrition and metabolism and recently assessed the practical application of protein quality models in the pet food industry. James has spoken at a variety of academic and industry conferences including annual meetings of the American Society of Animal Science, Pet Food Association of Canada, and International Symposium of Energy and Protein. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others and helping people better understand the role of nutrition in their pet’s life.
About Hollywood Feed: Hollywood Feed serves pets, their owners, caretakers and communities in 170 stores across 19 states. Consistently ranking atop consumer choice awards in the markets it serves, Hollywood Feed and its family of brands have been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Retailers for 2022 (ranking #1 in the pet care category), Newsweek's list of America's Best Customer Service for 2024, Best Pet Supply Stores by Dallas A-List, Best Pet Store by The Memphis Flyer, Best Self Atlanta Magazine's Best Pet Store, Best Pet Food and Supplies in the Best of Denton County Awards, and Best New Business by Cary Living Magazine in North Carolina. Hollywood Feed proudly stands by its brand promise: If your pet doesn’t love it or if you don’t love it, we will gladly replace or refund it. Learn more about Hollywood Feed at hollywoodfeed.com and facebook.com/hwfeed.
Hollywood Feed recently hosted a free virtual class, entitled “Science Behind the Raw Pet Food Movement: Growth & Success Explained” taught by Primal Pet Foods’ Founder and Chief Product Development Officer, Matt Koss and Director of Nutrition and Formulation, Dr. James Templeman. This course was part of Hollywood Feed’s free pet wellness education resource known as Hollywood Feed University.
In this presentation, Koss and Templeman shared basic concepts about feeding pets a raw diet and several health benefits that come along with it. They taught that feeding your pets a raw diet can lead to shinier coats, healthier skin, and increased gut health. Many pet owners report improved digestion and increased energy levels in their furry companions. Additionally, a raw diet can help pets maintain an ideal weight, as it is often lower in carbohydrates and free from artificial additives found in some commercial pet foods. Ultimately, a raw diet can offer numerous benefits and ensure that your pets live a healthy, vibrant life.
During the course, he held a live, interactive Q&A session with attendees and addressed the questions asked by viewers.
A recording of each class may be viewed on the Hollywood Feed University website at: https://hfu.hollywoodfeed.com/live-presentations/science-behind-the-raw-pet-food-movement-growth-success-explained/
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS: Matt Koss founded Primal Pet Foods in 2001 with a mission to help improve the overall health and happiness of our pets through species appropriate nutrition. Although he started his career as a trained chef in San Francisco, Matt found a way to bring his culinary expertise to the pet industry. When his dog, Luna, started experiencing health issues, he took the advice of a holistic veterinarian and started preparing food in his own kitchen for Luna. Matt quickly saw the improvements in her health and was determined to share his solution with other pet parents. Over the last 20 years, Primal has become a leader in the raw and freeze-dried pet food category, and Matt has continued to innovate and introduce new products to help make raw nutrition more accessible and convenient for pets and their parents.
James Templeman, PhD, serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Guelph and the Director of Nutrition and Formulation with Primal Pet Foods. He has conducted extensive research in animal nutrition and metabolism and recently assessed the practical application of protein quality models in the pet food industry. James has spoken at a variety of academic and industry conferences including annual meetings of the American Society of Animal Science, Pet Food Association of Canada, and International Symposium of Energy and Protein. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others and helping people better understand the role of nutrition in their pet’s life.
About Hollywood Feed: Hollywood Feed serves pets, their owners, caretakers and communities in 170 stores across 19 states. Consistently ranking atop consumer choice awards in the markets it serves, Hollywood Feed and its family of brands have been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Retailers for 2022 (ranking #1 in the pet care category), Newsweek's list of America's Best Customer Service for 2024, Best Pet Supply Stores by Dallas A-List, Best Pet Store by The Memphis Flyer, Best Self Atlanta Magazine's Best Pet Store, Best Pet Food and Supplies in the Best of Denton County Awards, and Best New Business by Cary Living Magazine in North Carolina. Hollywood Feed proudly stands by its brand promise: If your pet doesn’t love it or if you don’t love it, we will gladly replace or refund it. Learn more about Hollywood Feed at hollywoodfeed.com and facebook.com/hwfeed.
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