The Pet Food Science Podcast Show - Dr. Emma Bermingham: Fiber-Like Animal Co-products | Ep. 112
Jul 31, 2025In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Emma Bermingham from Ember Consultancy in New Zealand breaks down the role of animal-derived fermentable substrates in pet nutrition. She explains how collagen, cartilage, hides, and even hair can support gut health, boost sustainability, and offer functional benefits in pet food formulations. Discover which ingredients work best across different diet formats and why they're gaining attention. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Animal fermentable substrates
- Microbiome fermentation differences
- Suitability by diet format
- Sustainability and co-products
- Gaps in current research
Meet the guest:
Dr. Emma Bermingham earned her Ph.D. in Animal Science from Massey University and has held research roles across New Zealand, the UK, France, and Australia. With a strong focus on gut health, pet nutrition, and ingredient sustainability, she now leads Ember Consultancy. Emma helps pet food companies integrate science-driven strategies for optimal health outcomes.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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