Practical information about commercial pet foods and what goes into them.
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Treats & Supplements
Excessive treating can increase the pet’s risk of becoming overweight.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Cats and dogs have different nutritional needs, so they should be fed food specifically formulated for their species.
Feeding either wet or dry commercial cat foods, or a combination of both, will provide cats with a complete and balanced diet.
Pet food manufacturers are committed to producing safe, nutritious cat and dog foods.
Commercial pet foods are available in different forms, each providing different features and benefits for owners and pets.
Pet Food Labels
Understanding the information on a pet food label can help when comparing and choosing pet foods.
Nutrients
Cats need to obtain adequate taurine from food, which makes this amino acid an essential one.