Type: Plant-based oil
Source: Extracted from sunflower seeds (often preserved with tocopherols)
Sunflower Oil in Dog and Cat Food
Sunflower oil is rich in omega-6 fatty acids (linoleic acid) and vitamin E.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
- Provides essential fatty acids for skin/coat health and energy
- Improves texture and palatability in wet foods
- High omega-6 can imbalance if not paired with omega-3s
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Canned/wet foods needing fat sources
- Formulas emphasizing skin/coat benefits
Label Context
Common preservative is mixed tocopherols (natural vitamin E)—good for stability but watch overall omega balance.
Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.