Author: Karie Johnson
What to look for in senior dog food Our experts say the following criteria are important to consider when shopping for senior dog food:AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement for adult maintenance or all life stages: AAFCO is a nonprofit organization that recommends nutritional profiles based on an animal’s life stage. They do not approve pet foods or establish specific standards for senior dog foods. However, choosing a senior food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages ensures that the recipe meets the recommended protein, fat, and nutrient requirements of adult dogs. The best dog foods for older puppies will also…
What to look for in small breed dog food Our experts say the following criteria are important to consider when shopping for small breed dog food:AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement for growth, all life stages, or adult maintenance: Pet food labels must indicate that the food is both “complete” and “balanced” to ensure proper nutrition.. Luisana says that pet food labeled “complete” contains all the necessary nutrients for a specific life stage, including essential amino and fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. “Balance” implies that the nutrients are in the right proportions. You can find this information in the AAFCO nutritional adequacy…
FAQs on kitten food What is the best food to feed a kitten?There is no one right food for any kitten or cat because individual kittens may have special dietary needs and personal tastes and texture preferences. According to Zoran, the best nutritional profile for a healthy kitten is usually a diet that is high in protein, low in carbohydrates, and high in moisture. Whatever food you choose, it must meet AAFCO’s nutritional requirements for complete and balanced growth for a kitten. While there’s nothing wrong with feeding kitten kibble, Zoran strongly encourages rotating different brands of kitten food, textures,…
What to look for in dry cat foods When shopping for the best dry cat food for your kitten, adult, or senior cat, you’ll want to consider the following criteria:AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement: The most basic measure of nutritionally complete cat food is an AAFCO statement on the label. AAFCO is a nonprofit organization that defines standard nutritional requirements for pet food and animal feed. Food with an AAFCO statement for growth or all life stages is guaranteed complete and balanced for kittens, while food with an AAFCO statement for maintenance or all life stages is guaranteed complete and balanced…
What to look for in wet cat food When shopping for the best wet cat food for your kitten, adult, or senior cat, you’ll want to consider the following criteria:AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement: Cat food with the AAFCO statement on the label is nutritionally complete for a cat’s life stage. AAFCO is a nonprofit organization that defines standard nutritional requirements for pet food and animal feed. Food with an AAFCO statement for growth or all life stages is guaranteed to be complete and balanced for kittens. Food with an AAFCO statement for maintenance or all life stages is guaranteed to…