Food Labels

For a new pet owner, deciding on the right pet food to purchase can seem like a daunting task. Should they buy a food based on the cost? The ingredients? The health benefits? Pet food terminology alone can be overwhelming. Consider all of these terms that a pet owner might find on a bag of food.

Word cloud of terms that might overwhelm clients (e.g., byproducts, holistic, feeding trials)

Food labels and the terminology used will differ by country, and will evolve over time as customer preferences change. It is important, therefore, to find trusted resources to share with your clients to help them make informed decisions.


American Association of Pet Food Officials (AAFCO)

https://www.aafco.org/Consumers/What-is-in-Pet-Food


World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA)

https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Selecting-the-Best-Food-for-your-Pet.pdf

Last modified: Tuesday, 25 February 2020, 2:17 PM