1. SAFETY
First they looked at the safety of dog food – who is really regulating it?
In America the dog food standards are set by The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), the same people who regulate livestock feed.
“Ingredients from rendering facilities, for instance, should be avoided. You’ll recognize these ingredients on the label under generic terms like ‘meat’ and ‘meat meal.’ In California, they’ve given them the appetizing name of “dry rendered tankage.” So why avoid them? It’s almost impossible to tell what’s being rendered: it can be road kill, zoo animals, and sometimes even spoiled meat from the grocery store that’s still wrapped in plastic.”
2. HEALTH
Another component looked at was if the ingredients were actually healthy for your dog. Just because they are not dangerous or toxic, does not mean it’s healthy. A human could live on a diet of junk food, but eventually it would catch up to their health. Same is true for your dog.
“Digestive problems, including bloat and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), are symptomatic of poor ingredients that don’t contain enough whole, unprocessed foods. Food allergies can also lead to digestive issues — many of the experts we reached out to have seen evidence that dogs are sensitive to wheat and corn, both popular fillers.” (reviews.com)
It is important to note that, just like us, each dog has individual nutritional needs based on health, exercise level, age, and any medical conditions. Many dog foods, for example, advertise they are the best because they are high in protein; however a high protein diet can actually cause issues for dogs with certain medical conditions.
“Protein is very important for your dog, but there are instances, such as old age or liver issues, where your dog should be on a lower-protein diet,” says Dog Files creator Kenn Bell. “Make sure you have a conversation with your veterinarian.” (reviews.com)
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