At AGeiger Companion Animal Nutrition, I specialize in providing comprehensive product development and formulation services for brand owners and industry partners in the pet care sector. Whether you’re looking to develop a fresh cooked food line, raw diets, innovative kibble options, treats, health supplements, or something entirely unique, I bring a science-based approach to turn your ideas into market-ready products.
Product Development from Concept to Market
1. Conceptualization and Ideation
- Market Research: I start by understanding market trends, consumer demands, and competitive landscapes to ensure your product is positioned for success.
- Feasibility Analysis: Together, we’ll evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of your product idea, ensuring it aligns with your brand’s goals and consumer needs.
- Ingredient Sourcing: I’ll help you select the best raw materials, balancing nutritional value, cost, and sustainability, while considering ingredient availability and seasonality.
2. Formulation Development
- Nutritional Formulation: I utilize advanced nutritional science and veterinary principles to create formulations that meet the specific dietary needs of companion animals. This includes balancing macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and functional ingredients to optimize health and well-being.
- Palatability and Digestibility Testing: Ensuring pets not only enjoy the product but also benefit from it is crucial. I’ll guide you through testing protocols to achieve the perfect balance of taste and nutrition.
- Regulatory Compliance: I ensure all formulations comply with AAFCO, FEDIAF, and other relevant regulatory standards, including nutritional adequacy, ingredient approvals, and labeling requirements.
3. Product Testing and Validation
- Lab Testing: I coordinate laboratory analyses for nutrient content, contaminants, and shelf-life stability, ensuring your product meets the highest standards of safety and quality.
- Pilot Production: Before full-scale manufacturing, I’ll assist in conducting pilot runs to fine-tune the formulation and process, minimizing risk and ensuring consistent product quality.
4. Manufacturing Support
- Process Optimization: Whether you’re producing extruded, baked, dehydrated, or freeze-dried products, I’ll work closely with your manufacturing team to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs without compromising quality.
- Quality Control: I’ll help you implement rigorous quality control measures at every stage of production to ensure the final product meets or exceeds industry standards.
5. Project Management and Commercialization
- Timeline and Budget Management: I manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring your product moves smoothly from development to market within the desired timeframe.
- Labeling and Marketing Support: I provide guidance on creating accurate and compliant labels, with clear and compelling claims that resonate with consumers. I can also assist in developing marketing strategies that highlight the unique benefits of your product.
6. Continuous Improvement and Innovation
- Product Line Extensions: Once your product is on the market, I’ll help you explore opportunities for line extensions, such as new flavors, sizes, or formulations, to keep your brand fresh and relevant.
- Ongoing Support: I’m here to support you even after the product launch, offering ongoing consultancy services to address any challenges, optimize existing products, or develop new innovations.
Let’s Create the Next Big Innovation in Pet Care!
From fresh cooked and raw food to extruded, baked, and freeze-dried kibble, to health supplements and beyond, I’m here to bring your vision to life with science-based solutions that drive success in the competitive pet care market. Have another cool or wacky product idea? Let’s make it happen!
Contact me today to start your journey from concept to market success.
