Type: Animal-derived ingredient Source: Animal (unspecified species) What It Is Meat by-products refer to non-muscle animal parts other than meat, such as organs and tissues. The exact components and species are not specified. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels Meat by-products may be included to: Utilize animal-derived materials Provide protein and nutrients Support formulation … Read more

Type: Rendered animal protein Source: Animal (unspecified species) What It Is Meat and bone meal is a rendered product made from animal tissues and bones. The specific animal sources are not specified on the label. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels Meat and bone meal may be included to: Provide animal-derived protein and minerals … Read more

Type: Mineral supplement Source: Mineral What It Is Manganous oxide is an inorganic form of manganese used as a trace mineral source in pet food mineral premixes. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels It may be included to: Supply manganese as part of a complete mineral blend Support consistent nutrient formulation Where It Is … Read more

Type: Mineral supplement Source: Mineral What It Is Manganese sulfate is an inorganic form of manganese used as a trace mineral source in pet food formulations. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels Manganese sulfate may be included to: Provide manganese as part of a mineral premix Support formulated nutrient targets Ensure consistent mineral levels … Read more

Type: Mineral supplement (chelated form) Source: Mineral (chelated) What It Is Manganese amino acid chelate is a form of manganese bound to amino acids. It is used in mineral premixes to supply manganese. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels It may be included to: Provide manganese in a chelated form Support consistent mineral formulation … Read more

Type: Mineral supplement (chelated form) Source: Mineral (chelated with protein) What It Is Magnesium proteinate is a form of magnesium bound to protein fragments. It is used as a magnesium source in pet food mineral premixes. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels Magnesium proteinate may be included to: Provide magnesium as part of a … Read more

Type: Thickener / stabilizer Source: Plant (carob/locust bean) What It Is Locust bean gum is a plant-derived thickening agent made from the seeds of the carob (locust bean) tree. It is used to thicken and stabilize foods, especially wet formulations. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels Locust bean gum may be included to: Thicken … Read more

Type: Legume / plant ingredient Source: Plant (legume) What It Is Lentils are legumes that may be included in some pet foods as part of plant-based ingredient blends. They can contribute starch, fiber, and plant-derived components depending on the product. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels Lentils may be included to: Provide plant-based ingredients … Read more

Type: Rendered animal protein Source: Animal (lamb) What It Is 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 … Read more

Type: Fermentation-derived ingredient Source: Microbial fermentation (bacteria) What It Is Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product is an ingredient produced through fermentation involving Lactobacillus acidophilus. Labels may use this term for fermentation-derived materials rather than live bacteria. Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels It may be included to: Support formulas that include fermentation-derived ingredients Complement digestive-support … Read more