Tag: AAFCO


05
Nov 2023
Veterinarian Recommended Pet Foods: What You Need to Know

Many pet food companies prominently feature the "veterinarian recommended" label, enticing families seeking the best food for their pets. However, what exactly this label means and how it can help you to make an informed choice can be a bit of a mystery. In this post, we’ll cover what the regulations are for products bearing the “veterinarian recommended” claim....

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09
May 2023
What Nutrients are Essential for My Pet?

While you may have heard us say “pets need nutrients, not ingredients,” what exactly are those essential nutrients? Here’s a breakdown of all the essential nutrients according to the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) that are required for foods to be called complete and balanced for adult and growing cats and dogs...

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29
Nov 2021
What's the Best Food for your New Puppy?

While good nutrition is important for all dogs, it's especially critical for growing puppies due to their special nutritional needs. Therefore, you'll want to be sure you're selecting best food for your new family member. Follow this step-by-step guide to make sure you're feeding the best possible food to your puppy....

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28
Dec 2020
Cat with percent sign

I often hear from pet owners, breeders, and even veterinarians about how they’ve selected a particular pet food based on the food’s guaranteed analysis.  The “guaranteed analysis” is required information on all dog and cat food labels and sounds very official and scientific.  While the guaranteed analysis does provide a tiny bit of information, in reality, it’s not very useful. ...

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