The chemistry behind dog and kibble

Dog and cat kibble results froma complex dance between ingredients, processing methods, and precise nutritional formulation to deliver complete diets for pets. What is Kibble: Ingredients & How It’s MadeKibble refers to a dry pet food made by mixing proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins… Kibble formulas in general are made out of ingredients tailored to the dietary needs of cats and dogs (species, age, kibble for special health conditions, etc)

Proteins

Both cats and dogs require protein, which is vital for them, but the standards differ. This is especially important for cats because they are obligate carnivores, and will require more protein intake usually gained from meat, poultry or fish. With the exception of meat based proteins, as omnivores, dogs are capable of breaking down a variety of different proteins including plant-based sources like soy or peas. Protein serves as a building block for tissue repair and muscle growth.

Fats

Fats: They have an energy function and are responsible for the optical vitamin absorption (A, D, E, and K)They are present in the form of animal fats Chicken fat, or plant oils, such as Flaxseed oil, and…