Decoding Pet Food Terms
posted: Feb. 08, 2019.
Decoding Pet Food Terms
When picking a pet food it is important to remember that sometimes marketing terms can be misleading. Keep the following terms in mind when picking out food for your furry friend...
Holistic - There are currently no regulations for labeling a pet food “holistic” meaning any pet food can use this label regardless of ingredients used.
Organic - This term is not yet defined for pet food; human standards for the term are used at this time. At least 95% of the food’s content must be organic to display the organic seal.
Grain-free diets - Dogs and cats have different allergies than do humans. Most food allergies tend to be protein driven. Grains provide a nutritious carbohydrate source and most pets benefit from them.
Raw food - There is no scientific evidence that a raw food diet is better for your pet. They do cause a significant increase in risk for bacterial contamination of your pet and your household.
Homemade diets: Go to https://secure.balanceit.com for more information on properly formulating a balanced diet. Never switch to a homemade diet without input from a nutritionist.