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UNDERSTANDING PET FOOD

Practical information about commercial pet foods and what goes into them.

 

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  • hot topic protein and senior pets

    Protein and Senior Pets

    Protein is a key nutrient for dogs and cats and a source of amino acids, the 'building blocks' used to build new proteins in the body. Irrespective of the pet’s age, protein plays many important roles in the body.

    6 min to 10 min

  • hot topic protein in food allergies

    Protein in Food Allergies

    Food allergies are not common in dogs and cats, but pet owners often believe that a pet’s skin or intestinal symptoms are allergic reactions to specific food ingredients.

    6 min to 10 min

  • hot topic source of protein and protein quality

    The Source of Protein and Protein Quality

    Protein is an essential nutrient that can be provided by both plant and animal sources. Are there differences between plant and animal proteins and what is considered a good quality protein?

    6 min to 10 min

  • Vitamins in dog food

    Vitamins in Pet Food

    Vitamins are important nutrients for pets and people. What are their functions, and should pets be given vitamin supplements?

    6 min to 10 min

  • Cooking Processes & Commercial Pet Foods

    Various cooking processes are used in preparing commercial pet foods to ensure delivery of highly nutritious, palatable products. The methods used are determined by the final form (e.g., a dry or wet food), desired texture and visual properties, and packaging. Common forms of pet food include dry extruded kibbles and canned wet food.

    6 min to 10 min

  • hot topic Feeding guidelines on pet food labels

    Feeding Guidelines on Pet Food Labels

    Feeding guidelines are designed to help owners determine the quantity of food to feed their pets to ensure an optimal body condition, but owners may be unsure how to use them.

    6 min to 10 min

  • Hot topic gluten

    Gluten in Pet Food

    Gluten-free diets are increasingly popular in human nutrition and this in turn can influence pet food decisions. What exactly is gluten and why is it found in pet food?

    6 min to 10 min

  • Hot topics homemade diets

    Homemade Pet Foods

    Homemade diets are perceived as healthier to some pet owners, but despite their draw, they may not be complete and balanced for healthy pets.

    6 min to 10 min

  • Raw Food Diets

    Raw food diets are popular with pet owners but the nutritional benefits are unproven, and most are unaware of the health risks that raw food can pose to pets — and people.

    6 min to 10 min