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5 Home-Cooked Meals for Pets view detail comment email this

This article features sample recipes for homemade foods for dogs and cats, including dishes that can be prepared for both human and animal diets. Also includes general information about pet diets. From the website for The Daily Herald newspaper from Everett, Washington state.
http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20070331/NEWS01/703310718&SearchID=73286845124912
Topics: Pets

Last updated Jul 11, 2007


ASPCA Pet Nutrition view detail comment email this

This series of articles answers common questions about what and how much to feed dogs and cats. Includes tips for puppies and kittens, adult dogs and cats, and older pets; a video clip on choosing the right pet food; a list of top nutrients needed by pets; and a discussion of overweight pets. From the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/
Topics: Pets

Last updated Feb 24, 2009


The European Pet Food Industry view detail comment email this

This organization represents "20 national pet food industry associations before EU [European Union] institutions and other international bodies," and promotes the "interests of around 450 European pet food producing companies." The site features information about the production of pet food for dogs, cats, and small rodents; the organization's "Code of Practice for the Manufacture of Safe Pet Food"; and related industry information. Also includes links to member groups.
http://www.fediaf.org
Topics: Pets, Recipes & Food Preparation, Regions of the World, Regions of the World

Last updated Jan 10, 2008


Get the Facts: What's Really in Pet Food view detail comment email this

"This report [on pet food] explores the differences between what consumers think they are buying and what they are actually getting." Discusses common ingredients in dog and cat foods, additives and preservatives, and the manufacturing process. Also includes further resources for reading and taking action. From Born Free USA united with the Animal Protection Institute, a "national animal advocacy" organization.
http://www.bornfreeusa.org/facts.php?p=359&more=1
Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Nutrition & Food Safety, Pets, Recipes & Food Preparation

Last updated Feb 22, 2009


Melamine Pet Food Recall of 2007 view detail comment email this

Updates about the status of the recall of pet foods that began in March 2007 and arose because of the use of imported wheat gluten and rice protein concentrate, which has been found to contain melamine and melamine-related compounds. Includes a list of recalled pet food products (browse by cat or dog food brand or do a search), details about FDA actions, news, and recall notices. From the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/SafetyHealth/RecallsWithdrawals/ucm129575.htm
Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Pets

Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Pet Connection view detail comment email this

Pet Connection is "the weekly pet-care feature syndicated to newspapers, magazines and Web sites throughout the United States and Canada by Universal Press Syndicate." Topics addressed include the dog and cat food recall (and associated pet deaths) in spring 2007, travel with pets, pet health, and more. The site also includes a blog and links to related sites.
http://petconnection.com
Topics: Pets

Last updated Apr 10, 2007


Pet Food Institute (PFI) view detail comment email this

PFI is "the voice of U.S. pet food manufacturers." The site features a brief history of pet food for dogs and cats, instructions for handling salvage and distressed pet food, and information about quality assurance, labeling, and industry research. Also provides data on U.S. dog and cat populations, issues to consider when selecting a pet, and links to related sites. Some material only available to members.
http://www.petfoodinstitute.org
Topics: Nutrition & Food Safety, Pets, Recipes & Food Preparation

Last updated Mar 8, 2005


Sample Diets for Dogs and Cats view detail comment email this

This article presents "mix-and-match" ideas for pet food diets, including starches (for dogs), protein sources, and supplements. Also includes book suggestions on pet diets. "These recipes are intended to get you started, to supplement a commercial diet or to suffice until you can obtain more information or a book on the subject. They have not been balanced for long-term use." From the Animal Protection Institute.
http://www.bornfreeusa.org/articles.php?more=1&p=360
Topics: Pets

Last updated Jun 30, 2009


The Truth About Pet Food view detail comment email this

This site presents an analysis and criticism of the commercial pet food industry, focusing on the "dark secrets hidden behind the colorful bags and sentimental slogans." The site includes information about where pet food comes from, corporate ownership of pet food companies, who regulates the pet food industry, and links to related information. From a journalism student and pet lover. "Warning: This Web site contains graphic images."
http://iml.jou.ufl.edu/projects/Spring04/Perhach/
Topics: Internet, Internet Guides & Search Tools, Pets, Recipes & Food Preparation

Last updated Mar 9, 2005


U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Veterinary Medicine: Pet Foods view detail comment email this

"The FDA regulates that can of cat food, bag of dog food, or box of dog treats or snacks in your pantry. The FDA's regulation of pet food is similar to that for other animal feeds." This site provides news releases, information about governing regulations, information for consumers (such as on interpreting pet food labels and selecting nutritious pet food), and links to related information. Searchable.
http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/Products/AnimalFoodFeeds/PetFood/default.htm
Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Nutrition & Food Safety, Pets, Recipes & Food Preparation

Last updated Sep 9, 2009


Yummy for Dogs view detail comment email this

A collection of vegetarian dog food recipes, including "Beagle Bagels," "Canine Corn Bread," "Terrier Tea Cakes," and more. Also includes a few bird and wildlife recipes. Describes how to bake and sell dog biscuits to raise money for local animal shelters.
http://www.yummyfordogs.org/
Topics: Animals, Mammals, Pets, Recipes & Food Preparation

Last updated Sep 6, 2004




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