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What's in a name? Not much with some pet foods!

From examining as many pet food labels as I do, it's disheartening to me to see pet food names that don't have much meaning to them. Many pet food lines have dozens of different types of dog food or cat food. Other than the typical adult or puppy/kitten formulas, there are foods that are marketed to special needs of pets such as senior pets, indoor cats, dental formulas, and so on. The problem can be that some of these niche pet foods there is no difference - or very little difference - in ingredients than the regular maintenance pet foods. Except the price. Niche pet foods do offer a higher price tag.

Here are a few examples

This is the first five ingredients to a cat food sold as a 'hairball management' diet Chicken, Chicken Meal, Cracked Pearled Barley, Egg Product, Ground Rice,

Same company - now below is the first five ingredients to a cat food sold as a 'finicky eater' dietChicken, Chicken Meal, Egg Product, Cracked Pearled Barley, Ground Rice,

As you see, the first five ingredients are the same for both foods. The only difference is the third and fourth ingredients are in a different order.

I'm not saying that all specialized pet foods aren't good or appropriate for their designed use - but what I am saying is look at the ingredients closely. Often the foods that are designed for a special purpose also have a special price tag as well. You could be paying for something that has no proven benefit for your dog or cat - and that is basically no different than a cheaper priced maintenance diet.

Please read the ingredients in your pet's food and treats. Also, call the pet food manufacturer and ask if the meat ingredients are human grade meats and if any ingredients are imported.

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