Pet Food Nutrition Label

Eurofins US laboratories offer extensive services that encompass many aspects of this specialized industry.

Our experience includes nutrition analyses of dry, semi-moist and moist pet foods, treats and special diet formulas; collaborative studies on special pet food projects; participation in check sample programs; and active participation with government and trades organizations in issues involving pet products.

Many methodologies differ between companion animal products and livestock feed and its associated products, therefore the material contained may not meet the needs of our agricultural clients.

If you need more information regarding the analysis of livestock feeds, premixes or animal health products please refer to the Animal Health Section.

Pet Food Nutrient Profiles

ABBREVIATED DOG OR CAT FOOD ANALYSIS

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO's) outlines a "Guaranteed Analysis" label for pet foods that includes the following nutrient values.

• Crude Protein
• Crude Fiber
• Crude Fat
• Moisture

COMPLETE PET FOOD (DOG AND CAT FOOD) ANALYSIS

Eurofins US can provide complete testing services to obtain data for complying with AAFCO's dog and cat food nutrient profile requirements. The components of the analyses are described below and special notations are made between the dog and cat food profiles.

Proximates

Moisture

Protein

Ash

Crude Fat

Crude Fiber

Amino Acids

Alanine	Arginine	Aspartic Acid	Cystine	Glutamic Acid
Glycine	Histidine	Isoleucine	Leucine	Lysine
Methionine	Phenylalanine	Proline	Serine	Threonine
Tryptophan	Tyrosine	Valine	Taurine*

Fatty Acids

Arachidonic Acid*

Linolenic Acid

Minerals

Calcium	Chloride	Copper	Iodine	Iron
Manganese	Magnesium	Phosphorus	Potassium	Selenium
Sodium	Zinc

Vitamins

Biotin*	Choline	Folic Acid	Niacin	Panthothenic Acid
Vitamin A	Vitamin B1	Vitamin B2	Vitamin B6	Vitamin B12
Vitamin D	Vitamin E	Vitamin K

* Required only for Cat Food Profile.