Authority pet foods have
a moderate meat content but the manufacturer often uses meat broths like lamb broth or beef broth.
Not exact matches
With a high protein
content,
moderate to high fat
content, low or no carbs and a range of vitamins and minerals to boot, eating plenty of
meat is a great way to gain or maintain lean muscle mass, boost your metabolism and make sure that you stay full between meals.
In addition to making sure that the low fat dog food you choose is made with
meat as the first ingredient plus wholesome carbohydrates and
moderate fat
content, you want to take a look at the specific ingredients that are used.
Overall, this food appears to have a good
meat protein
content and a
moderate amount of fat.
Do not fall into the trap set by low - quality pet food manufacturers who sell breed - specific formulas that offer low to
moderate nutritional value at best — these manufacturers also tend to make use of non-nutritive fillers to bulk up their products as well as plant - based proteins to increase the protein
content without actually adding more
meat.
While it is true that (particularly large breed) puppies benefit from a
moderate protein
content diet during their growth stage, in order to allow for slower, more even growth and to avoid orthopedic problems, the concept of avoiding proteins and fats in a dog's diet seems to be tied more to cost of ingredients - lesser amounts of quality
meats, more grains - than anything else.