Type: Rendered animal protein
Source: Animal (lamb)
Lamb Meal in Dog and Cat Food
Lamb meal is a rendered product made from lamb with moisture removed. It is a dry, concentrated ingredient commonly used in kibble.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
Lamb meal may be included to:
- Provide a concentrated animal-protein ingredient
- Support kibble structure and processing
- Offer consistent formulation across batches
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Dry kibble
- Foods listing meal-based protein sources
- Formulas featuring lamb as a primary protein
Label Context
Meal ingredients are processed and may vary by manufacturer specifications. Labels may list different meals (lamb meal, chicken meal, fish meal) depending on the formula.
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Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.