How to Calculate Protein in Wet Food
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The protein percentage listed on a can of wet pet food is not the full story; in fact, the high moisture content can make the 'as-fed' protein appear much lower than it truly is. Pet food labels display 'Guaranteed Analysis' figures that include moisture, which is why a canned food showing 10% protein might actually provide a higher concentration of protein on a dry matter basis than a kibble showing 25%. Accurately comparing foods requires a simple conversion to remove the moisture from the equation.
