Pet Allergies – Pet Food Additives

November 9, 2008 by admin
Filed under: pet allergies, pet food 

Pet Health – What Is In Your Pet’s Food?

Allergies in pets are a common problem these days. One possible source of  allergies could be your pet’s food. Here is a partial list of the most common pet-food additives, provided by the Animal Protection Institute of America. Although some of the ingredients on the list may be harmless, it is possible that in combination with other additives they may form toxic compounds. They may also cause allergies in some animals.

Antioxidant Preservatives

Ethozyquin

Butylated hydroxyanisole

Tertiary butylhdroquinone

Propyl gallate

Rosemric acid/rosmarequinone

Antimicrobial Preservatives

Citric acid

Hydrochloric acid

Phosphoric acid

Sorbic acid

Fumaric acid

Pryoligneous acid

Propionic acid

Sodium propionate

Calcium propionate

Potassium sorbate

Sodium nitrate

Humectants

Sorbito

Corn Syrups

Sucrose/dextrose

Cane molasses

Coloring Agents/Preservatives

Artificial colors

Azo dyes - tartrazine(FD&C yellow No. 5), sunset yellow(FD&C yellow No. 6), alura red (FD%C red No. 40)

Nonazo dyes - brilliant blue (FD&C No. 1), indigotine (FD&C No. 2)

Carmel color

Sodium nitrite

Sodium eythrobate

Titanium dioxide

Iron oxide

Sodium meabisulfate

Flavor/Flavor Enhancers

Digests

Artificial flavors

Monosodium glutamate

Natural smoke flavor

Palatability Enhancer

t-Lysine

Onion powder/oil

Garlic, garlic powder oil

Phosphoric acid

Hydrochloric acid

Sucrose, dextrose, cane molasses

Acidified yeast

Emulsifying Agents, Stablizers and Thickeners

Glyceryl monostearate

Monoglycerides (of edible fats and oils)

Diglycerides (of edible fats and oils)

Glycerin

Modified starch

Gums (hyrocolloids) – arabic, guar, xanthan 

Chemically modified plant materials (sodium carboxymethyl cellulose)

Miscellaneous Additives

Mineral oil

Charcoal

Polyphophates

Sodium tripolyphosphate

Diesodium phosphate

Tetrasodium pyrophosphate

Given this information, you might want to consider purchasing a natural food for your pet.

For dogs you can use Wenaewe Adult Dry Dog Food 30 lbs.
Wenaewe Adult Dry Dog formula is a complete hypoallergenic canine diet made from 98% organic ingredients; the remaining 2% of ingredients corresponds to the vitamins and minerals, which are not certifiable. The main ingredient in Wenaewe is free-range, grass-fed, organic fresh beef, grown without hormones, antibiotics or pesticides. Wenaewe is also made with all whole raw organic ingredients like broccoli, beets, carrots, and brown rice. This ultra premium formula is made with only human-grade ingredients, and offers great palatability for your canine pet!


Wenaewe Adult Dry Dog Food 30 lbs.
For your cat check out Wenaewe Adult Dry Cat Food 15 lbs.Wenaewe Adult Dry Cat food. It is a complete hypoallergenic feline diet made from 98% organic ingredients, the remaining 2% of ingredients corresponds to the vitamins and minerals, which are not certifiable. The main ingredient in Wenaewe is free-range, grass fed, organic fresh beef, grown without hormones, antibiotics or pesticides. The formula also includes whole raw organic ingredients, like broccoli, beets, carrots, and brown rice. This ultra premium formula is made with only human-grade ingredients, and offers great palatability for your feline pet!

Wenaewe Adult Dry Cat Food 15 lbs.
 
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