Feathered Nutrition: Unlocking the Potential of Poultry Byproducts for Healthier Pet Foods

India's agrarian landscape heavily relies on the livestock sector, with the meat industry serving as a significant contributor to rural livelihoods.However, efficient processing and utilization of byproducts generated from slaughtered animals are imperative for economic and environmental sustainability.Despite comprising two-thirds of the animal's weight, these byproducts often face underutilization, leading to various challenges including waste management issues.With the burgeoning poultry sector contributing substantially to meat production, effective management of poultry byproducts is crucial.This review highlights the substantial potential of poultry byproducts in pet food production, emphasizing their nutritional quality and economic value.Challenges such as inadequate processing methods and lack of awareness are identified, alongside opportunities for value addition and sustainable utilization.Incorporating poultry byproducts into pet food formulations offers a cost-effective approach to enhance nutrition, texture, and palatability, addressing concerns associated with commercially available pet foods.Leveraging advancements in technology and promoting awareness can facilitate the efficient utilization of poultry byproducts, fostering economic growth, environmental management, and improved pet health.