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Animal lovers have always known that it’s the little things that make a difference. Pets and domesticated animals are much more dependent on humans than their wild relatives. Once their basic necessities have been provided, quality of life can be greatly enhanced by small amounts of additional attention. Calming words to an anxious dog, warm bedding for kittens, and physical activity combined with nutritious foods to maintain their general health and condition. Until recently the food equation had seemed deceptively simple. Pet food was essentially the low grade residual from abattoirs and other meat processing industries. It was mixed with surplus cereals, a few basic vitamins and canned in preparation for the supermarket shelves. Widespread...