What is Denatured Meat? And Why Won’t PET | TAO Use it?
In fact, “with” only means “the named ingredient must constitute at least 3% of the product weight exclusive of water.” You’re a concerned pet parent. You read blogs and magazine articles about pet food trends. You recently heard some controversy about denatured meat. Many companies use denatured meat, usually beef, in pet foods. But, PET […]
Is PET | TAO Pet Food Right For My Furry Friend?
Countless wasted dollars and cans of pet food later, Fido still won’t touch his dinner and he’s having digestive issues. How do you know the right brand to feed your pet? Does Fido have allergies? If the can says “Made with real beef,” why won’t Fido touch his bowl? Drs. Smith and Damron, the creators […]
What’s the Difference Between Free-Range and Factory Farmed?
Is Your Pet Food Factory Farmed? At the grocery store, you see a variety of labels in the meat cooler. Some say ORGANIC or FREE-RANGE or USDA CERTIFIED. But what do these terms mean? Is one better than the other? “Organic”, “free-range”, factory-farmed are popular marketing terms. While some believe these designations mean healthier foods, […]
Shelf Life, Samples, and Shipping: What Happens After You Click BUY?
Online shopping can be worse than grocery store sushi. You don’t know what you’re getting. You don’t know where it came from. And, you don’t know how it was made. At PET | TAO, we believe our customers deserve the highest quality products and services, as well as ease of ordering. We have a satisfaction, […]
Are Freeze Dried Dog Treats Better Than Others?
Freeze drying is one of the best ways to process meat for pet treats. Why are freeze-dried dog treats better than others? The process allows meat to keep its ideal characteristics, specifically flavor and nutrient content. Freeze drying starts with flash-freezing meat or fish in a vacuum chamber at -50 to -60 degrees Fahrenheit. Low-level […]
What to Know About Human-Grade Dog Food and Cat Food
According to the USDA, the meat becomes “inedible” for human consumption once it is bound for pet food production. “Human-grade dog food” is a bit of a misconception The USDA does not inspect pet food manufacturing plants, so there is no guarantee the processing of the food meets human-grade standards. Thus any pet food that […]