Like humans, pigs, like most animals, eat because they are hungry but not all foods have the same response from intake. It may be altered by: raw materials of food (origin, quality, odour, etc.), the incorporation of drugs, fats, manufacturing processes, leading the pig to eat just enough to maintain its functions. This leads to an appetizing food (in taste and odour), which will be consumed in greater quantity and avidity that which is not, despite having the same or greater nutritional value.
Animal feed must be developed specifically for each stage of the bovine, so that formulation meets the needs (vitamins, calories, minerals) that the animal has in every moment of his life. The food intake will be mainly given by two factors: the palatability and the appetite thereof. Therefore, the use of a suitable flavour improves food consumption and animal consumption parameters.
As well as the intensive rearing of the rest of the animals, in aquaculture, food management is a very important factor in the development of a productive enterprise. Whether to increase the consumption of food or to mask the use of vitamin supplements, aromas are an essential part in the production of fish feed.
Food for horses has as main objective to maintain the body state of the animal, avoiding digestive overloads and overfeeding, since they can lead to fatigue by overweight and cause joint problems. The use of flavourings provides a best palatability of the ration or the nutritional supplement achieving a better acceptance by the animal.
The balanced feed for fur bearers such as rabbits or chinchilla, must be rich in fiber and protein for easy digestion and pelleting for the same reason. The flavour of food is essential to mask changes in the raw materials used in the formulation, as well as to make the food more attractive.
Pet food is identified with the food of the owner, therefore what is good for the owner, is good for the pet. Food should provide a balanced diet for each type of animal, depending on their weight and age. In Grisbill, we develop flavours to achieve very appetizing food, because a well fed pet is a happy pet. Also, to reward pets, their owners gratify them with special candies with flavours like chocolate and vanilla, although these formulations cannot include sugar or chocolate.