While wandering along the cat food aisle, have you ever been confused with the wide array of choices that are available? Yes, selecting the best pet food for your kitty can be daunting, especially if you have no idea what your pet really needs. Reading and knowing how to decipher pet food labels is the golden key to getting the right product for your pet. Here are some things to remember when assessing the ingredient label.

• The ingredient on the top of the list must be a named meat. Ideally, the first 4 items of the list must be meat or meat by-products. Take note that the ingredients are listed in order of quantity.
• Meat by-products refer to the organs and offal and are much preferred over meat meal. However, the quality and digestibility of meat by-products do vary.
• Steer clear of pet food products that contain corn or soy fillers. Cats are true carnivores and are unable to efficiently digest plant-based ingredients. Fillers have also been linked to cases of allergies in cats.
• Look for pet food products with the AAFCO seal of approval.

Your pet’s nutrition and dietary requirements are one of the important concerns that you should discuss with your Frisco, TX veterinarian during your pet’s wellness checks.