Dog Nutrition & Food
Below are curated resources for dog nutrition & food. Each link points to an external site for reference.
AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles
Use for: understanding the nutrient standards behind commercial dog food labels. The Association of American Feed Control Officials defines the nutrient profiles and labeling terms used on pet food in the United States. Consult when a question is about whether a diet is labeled complete and balanced by the AAFCO standard.
Tufts Petfoodology
Use for: science-based pet nutrition commentary. Written by veterinary nutritionists at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, it examines pet food marketing claims, grain-free trends, raw diets, and label reading. Useful for assessing whether a diet claim is credible.