Study: Fungal protein boosts digestibility and gut health in dogs
A new study shows Enifer's PEKILOPet mycoprotein boosts dog gut health by enhancing microbiome diversity and increasing short-chain fatty acid production.
Future-proof protein
PEKILO®Pet mycoprotein is the premium source of sustainable pet food protein, that is highly digestible and palatable to both cats and dogs. PEKILO®Pet is produced from renewable raw materials using fermentation and contains 60% protein and 22% fiber, along with smaller amounts of fat, minerals and vitamins.
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Protein
PEKILO®Pet contains more than 60% protein with an amino acid profile resembling meat
β-glucan
22% high quality fiber, including large amounts of β-glucan, a functional fibre with a wide range of health benefits for dogs
Low ash
Unlike animal-based sources of protein, PEKILO®Pet has a low ash content (<8%), allowing high inclusions in pet food formulations.
Palatable
Proven palatability in dogs at a 20% inclusion rate
Safe
Used in animal feed for over 15 years
Low fat & carbohydrate
Ideal for weight loss and grain-free formulations.
PEKILO®Pet Timeline
2026
Commercial PEKILO®Pet
Industrial volumes of PEKILO®Pet expected to hit the market.
2024
Feeding trial finds PEKILO®Pet well digested and palatable
The study conducted by the Research Laboratory in Canine Nutrition at Brazil’s Federal University of Paraná also revealed that PEKILO®Pet enhances gut health in dogs by promoting greater microbiome diversity and boosting the production of short-chain fatty acids.
2022
Enifer joins Purina Unleashed start-up accelerator
PEKILO®Pet is tested in cat and dog food.
2021
PEKILO® mycoprotein added to EU Feed Materials Catalogue
Paecilomyces variotii (PEKILO®) is added to the latest update of the EU Feed Materials Catalogue, making it an approved ingredient for pet food throughout the European single market.
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Enifer’s mycoprotein shown to support digestibility, gut health in dogs
A recent study shows Enifer’s PEKILO Pet mycoprotein boosts dog health by promoting beneficial probiotic bacteria and reducing cancer-linked bacteria
PEKILOPet mycoprotein boosts dog health and meets demand for sustainable pet food
As pet owners increasingly seek sustainable, natural ingredients in their pets’ diets, Finnish biotech company Enifer has developed a solution that caters to this demand while delivering tangible health benefits for dogs.