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Which is one way a dog food can back up a 'complete and balanced' claim, per the FDA?

Pass a feeding trial using AAFCO procedures.

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  1. Get a signed note from a groomer
  2. Print 'natural' on the front of the bag
  3. Pass a feeding trial using AAFCO procedures ✔

Why: A food can make the claim by being formulated to meet a nutrient profile or by passing a feeding trial that follows AAFCO procedures. Either path is allowed.

Huh, didn't know that: Formulating to a profile means the food must contain every listed nutrient at the recommended level.

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Answer: Pass a feeding trial using AAFCO procedures. A food can make the claim by being formulated to meet a nutrient profile or by passing a feeding trial that follows AAFCO procedures. Either path is allowed.

  1. FDA CVM, Complete and Balanced Pet Food www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-health-literacy/complete-and-balanced-pet-food
    Pass a feeding trial using AAFCO procedures.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. FDA CVM, Complete and Balanced Pet Food www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-health-literacy/complete-and-balanced-pet-food
    it must contain every nutrient listed in the profile at the recommended level
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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