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Is 30% Protein Too Much for a Dog?

4 min read
According to the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), a healthy adult dog requires a minimum of just 18% crude protein on a dry matter basis. So, is a 30% protein diet overdoing it? The answer is not as simple as yes or no, as many individual factors determine a dog's ideal protein intake.

Understanding the Best Ratio for Dog Food by Life Stage and Activity Level

2 min read
According to the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), adult dogs require a minimum of 18% protein and 5.5% fat on a dry matter basis, but these are just minimums. A truly optimal dog food ratio is a flexible guideline, not a rigid rule, as it must adapt to your dog's unique life stage, energy demands, and specific health concerns.