Overview of Methods for Improving Palatability of Companion Animal Pharmaceuticals

Title ：Overview of Methods for Improving Palatability of Companion Animal Pharmaceuticals

Abstract: Oral medication represents one of the primary therapies for treating diseases in companion animals. However, companion animals often resist drugs due to their unpleasant taste and odor, making administration highly challenging. Enhancing the palatability of oral drugs for companion animals has become a research hot spot in the veterinary pharmaceutical field. Starting from the physiological characteristics and taste preferences of companion animals, this paper analyzes various factors affecting drug palatability and elaborates on scientific evaluation methods. On this basis, it further summarizes approaches to improve the palatability of medicines for companion animals, so as to provide references for future research.

Keywords: companion animals; veterinary drugs; palatability; acceptability test; preference test

Authors: Gong Zequn, Zhao Zhenkun, Chai Xuyu