Trending: Pet Food Game meat as novel proteins with Angelique Myburgh of Montego
May 21, 2025
Angelique Myburgh, Nutrition and Development Manager at Montego Pet Nutrition, shares insights on using game meat, like springbok and ostrich, as sustainable protein sources in pet food. She explores the nutritional benefits of these lean meats and the historical context of the game meat industry in South Africa. The discussion highlights how incorporating game meat can revitalize local communities and emphasizes the trend of pet humanization, where pet owners increasingly seek health-conscious options for their furry friends.
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Diverse Game Meat Proteins
- Game meat includes many species beyond just venison like springbok, impala, kudu, and even ostrich.
- Its uniqueness comes from being lean, high in protein, and having a distinct gamey flavor attractive to pets.
Game Meat Mainly Human Food
- Game meat is mostly consumed by humans in niche cultural contexts like hunting and traditional foods.
- Introducing it to pet food appeals due to its authenticity and connection for local consumers.
Extensive Farming of Game Animals
- South African game animals are extensively farmed, free roaming, and naturally feed on local vegetation.
- They are hardy and require minimal supplemental feed even during droughts, ideal for dry regions like the Karoo.