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Infographic titled "How to Read a Pet Food Label" with the subtitle "The bag is marketing. The label is the truth." Eight numbered cards with the following content: Ingredients list by weight. Listed heaviest first, before cooking. Water weight can make meat look more prominent than it is. Named meat source first. Chicken, beef, salmon. A named protein should be first. Vague terms like 'poultry' or 'meat' are a step down. Named organs are good. Chicken liver, beef kidney, duck heart are quality ingredients. 'Animal by-products' with no named source is the red flag. Watch for pea splitting. Peas, pea protein, pea flour, and pea starch are all peas. Listed separately, they hide how much is actually in the food. Preservatives to avoid. If you see BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin, or propylene glycol on the label, put it back. AAFCO statement matters. Look for complete and balanced for your pet's life stage. Large breed puppies need a food that specifically says large breed puppy, or all life stages including growth of large size dogs. Puppy alone is not enough. Feeding amounts are individual. Calories per cup are a starting point only. Feed to weight, metabolism, and activity. If your dog gains on their food alone, reduce and monitor. Guaranteed analysis isn't everything. High protein percentages can include pea protein and plant fillers, not just meat. Always read the ingredients list alongside it. Footer reads: pettedvetted.com | @pettedvetted
June 13, 2026 at 8:18 PM