{"id":37645,"date":"2021-11-26T11:32:13","date_gmt":"2021-11-26T16:32:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalvet.ca\/?p=37645"},"modified":"2021-11-26T11:33:33","modified_gmt":"2021-11-26T16:33:33","slug":"understanding-the-nutrition-label-on-cat-and-dog-food-packages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalvet.ca\/en\/2021\/11\/26\/understanding-the-nutrition-label-on-cat-and-dog-food-packages\/","title":{"rendered":"UNDERSTANDING THE NUTRITION LABEL ON CAT AND DOG FOOD PACKAGES"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever looked at the nutrition label on a bag of dog or cat food out of curiosity or to figure out how much to feed your pet and found it quite confusing? Globalvet is here to help you understand what you\u2019re putting in your furry friend\u2019s bowl.<\/p>\n<p>The first thing to know is that dog and cat food labels are regulated by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) and their importation into Canada is overseen by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). These agencies are responsible for protecting the health of citizens and their animals through uniform and fair laws, regulations, standards, definitions, and policies that regulate the manufacturing, labelling, distribution, and sale of animal feed.<\/p>\n<p>In Canada, pet food labels are not highly regulated. Manufacturers are only required to comply with the <em>Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act<\/em>, which requires only three pieces of information <span style=\"text-decoration: line-through;\">to<\/span> be included on labels: 1) the name of the product, 2) the net weight of the product, and 3) the name and address of the manufacturer. Fortunately, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.competitionbureau.gc.ca\/eic\/site\/cb-bc.nsf\/eng\/01229.html\">the Competition Bureau of Canada<\/a> has established a best practice<span style=\"text-decoration: line-through;\">s <\/span>guide for labelling and marketing pet foods produced in Canada. According to this voluntary code of conduct, pet food labels should contain the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Product name <strong>(required)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Net weight <strong>(required)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Manufacturer name and address <strong>(required)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Guaranteed analysis<\/li>\n<li>List of ingredients<\/li>\n<li>The terms \u201cdog food\u201d or \u201ccat food\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Declaration of nutritional suitability or purpose of the product (i.e., what the food is intended for: growth, adults, puppies, kittens, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Declaration of nutritional sufficiency<\/li>\n<li>Caloric content statement<\/li>\n<li>Feeding instructions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>HOW TO UNDERSTAND THE GUARANTEED ANALYSIS<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ve probably seen a guaranteed analysis on your pet\u2019s food packaging, even if you weren\u2019t sure what it meant. This small box contains a list of various percentages. Unfortunately, you can\u2019t simply compare these percentages between different pet food packages to decide which one to get for your dog or cat \u2014\u00a0the data isn\u2019t that straightforward. Basically, it\u2019s not always the best tool to use, and here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n<p>The guaranteed analysis indicates <strong>the minimum and maximum levels of certain nutrients<\/strong>. The following four nutrients must appear on the label:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Protein (minimum %)<\/li>\n<li>Fat (minimum %)<\/li>\n<li>Fiber (maximum %)<\/li>\n<li>Moisture (maximum %)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>A guaranteed minimum level<\/strong> is the lowest percentage of a nutrient found in the food, not the actual amount the food contains. For example, if the minimum percentage of fat is 8%, the product could contain 15% or more fat.<\/p>\n<p>Conversely,<strong> a product with a guaranteed maximum of 5% fiber<\/strong> may only contain 1%. It\u2019s also important to note that\u00a0the moisture content varies from product to product, making it hard to directly compare products because moisture levels affect the percentage values of other nutrients.<\/p>\n<p>As you can see, the percentages listed do not always reflect reality. A better way to find out what\u2019s in the product is to call the toll-free number on the label and ask the manufacturer to explain the actual nutritional contents and values.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to understanding the numbers, it\u2019s also important to understand what different nutrients do for your pet.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Protein<\/strong>: Proteins are needed to support your pet\u2019s metabolism and hormone production and to protect their organ, muscle, bone, join, ligament, and tendon integrity. Proteins are needed for your pet\u2019s metabolism, hormone production and protection of organ, muscle, bone, joints, ligaments and tendons integrity.\u00a0That doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you should buy whichever food contains the most protein. Find out why in <a href=\"https:\/\/globalvet.ca\/2019\/11\/29\/choisir-la-nourriture-de-votre-animal-pourquoi-ne-pas-seulement-se-fier-a-la-teneur-en-proteines\/\">this Globalvet article on protein content<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fiber<\/strong>: The guaranteed analysis does not state what type of fiber the food contains. Soluble and insoluble fibercan have different effects on your pet if they are experiencing diarrhea, constipation, hairballs, diabetes, or need to gain or lose weight. To learn more about fiber, <a href=\"https:\/\/globalvet.ca\/2020\/09\/29\/les-fibres-mieux-comprendre-leur-role-pour-votre-animal\/\">see our blog post on the subject<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fats<\/strong>: In addition to being a source of energy, fats play a key role in nutrition and cellular function. They have many positive effects on your pet\u2019s metabolism, immune system, and health. Certain types of fat are necessary for your pet\u2019s brain, nervous system, and cells to function normally.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Moisture<\/strong>: The moisture content tells you how much water is in the food. The amount of water can significantly affect the percentages of other nutrients listed in the guaranteed analysis (protein, fiber, etc.). For example, water will \u201cdilute\u201d the protein in the food, so you need to serve your pet a larger portion to meet their protein requirements. When comparing different food packages, it\u2019s important to remember that the moisture content affects how much food you need to give your pet each day to meet their nutritional needs. Wetter food is good for animals that need more hydration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>THE INGREDIENT LIST<\/h2>\n<p>Ingredients are listed in descending order by ingoing weight, i.e., from heaviest amount included to lightest amount included. However, the weight is calculated before the ingredients are processed. For example, manufacturers who use whole pieces of chicken may list it as the first ingredient because the water contained in chicken makes it heavy. However, once the chicken is cooked and dehydrated and turned into kibble, there will probably be less of it in the final product!<\/p>\n<p>This makes it hard to know what the actual proportions of the food are just by reading the ingredients.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t just rely on the ingredient list \u2014 ingredients and nutrients are not the same thing. The nutritional profile (nutrients) is what matters when it comes to your pet\u2019s health, so that should be your primary focus rather than specific ingredients. To learn more, read our article on the subject.<\/p>\n<h2>WHAT IS THE NUTRITIONAL ADEQUACY, OR AAFCO STATEMENT?<\/h2>\n<p>Every bag of dog or cat food must include a statement on the label verifying that the bag contains essential nutrients that are important for your pet\u2019s health. AAFCO requirements specify two methods for pet food manufacturers to substantiate their product claims. The method used will be indicated on the bag.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>FORMULATION METHOD<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This method requires the manufacturer to formulate the food to meet or exceed AAFCO nutrient profiles for dogs and cats. These profiles help manufacturers ensure that their foods contain the nutrients your pet needs.<\/p>\n<p>This method is faster and less expensive because it does not require feeding trials with actual animals, only a calculation of the nutrient levels.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s an example of what an AAFCO statement on a product using the formulation method might look like: \u201c<em>ABC brand cat food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by AAFCO profiles for the maintenance of adult cats<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><strong>FEEDING TRIAL METHOD<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This method requires the manufacturer to conduct a feeding trial on animals according to AAFCO protocols.<\/p>\n<p>It is recognized as the gold standard and is the most widely used method, since it documents the effects of the food on animals.<\/p>\n<p>Here is an example of an AFFCO statement on the package of a food that was tested using the feeding trial method: \u201c<em>Animal feeding trials using AAFCO protocols confirm that Brand X dog food provides <strong>complete and balanced nutrition<\/strong> for the maintenance of adult dogs<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>CONCLUSION<\/h2>\n<p>The information on dog or cat food packages only gives you a snapshot of what is actually in the food. It\u2019s best to verify the information directly with the manufacturer or ask your veterinarian for help so you know exactly what your pet is eating and can make smarter choices about different foods on the market.<\/p>\n<p>Your veterinary team can help you understand these in-depth analyses and help you make the right choice. Globalvet is always there to help you choose the best food for your four-legged best friend. 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