Meat

When the ingredients list of a dog food says "meat", this refers to animal parts that have been incorporated into the food. It is important to note that the term "meat" can be quite broad in the pet food industry and does not necessarily specify which animal or parts of the animal the meat comes from.

Generally, "meat" is understood to mean muscle tissue from animals, but it can also include organs, fat, tendons and other animal by-products. High-quality dog food often specifies exactly what type of meat it is, such as "chicken", "beef", "lamb", etc., and whether it is muscle meat, organs or a mixture of these.

Meat is an important source of protein and essential amino acids, which are vital for your dog's health. It also provides important nutrients such as iron, zinc and B vitamins.

However, it is important to pay attention to the quality of the meat used. High quality meat provides a better source of nutrients and is usually more digestible for your dog's digestive tract.