Lack of FDA Regulations in Kibble

According to recent studies, lack of FDA regulation on kibble has become a serious concern for pet owners. Kibble is often filled with unhealthy fillers, preservatives and other toxic ingredients that pose potential health risks for pets. As FDA regulations for pet food remain laxed, irresponsible manufacturers continue to cut cost by sourcing cheaper ingredients of lesser quality. With no FDA oversight on what goes into kibble and the challenge for pet owners to read nutrition labels effectively, dogs are at risk of developing serious health issues from consuming poor quality kibble.

Additives including artificial colors, preservatives, stabilizers, and flavor enhancers are the most typical toxins found in kibble and have been linked to issues like weight gain and long-term organ damage.

Artificial Colors

Artificial colors in pet kibble can be harmful for our four-legged friends. Artificial colors such as Yellow 6, Red 40 and Blue 2 are often used to make the food look more appealing to pet owners and are not regulated by the FDA, however they can have symptoms tied to illness when ingested. Common side effects of artificial coloring in pet food include skin irritation, digestive issues, and even rashes or behavioral changes. As pet owners it is important to evaluate the ingredients in your pet’s kibble to ensure artificial colors are not present, as this could potentially create long-term health concerns.

Preservatives

Many pet owners are unaware that harmful preservatives are added to many popular brands of kibble. These preservatives, such as BHA/BHT, ethoxyquin and propylene glycol, to keep the shelf life of the kibble long and its texture intact. These harmful preservatives have been linked to a variety of bodily issues in pets, including seizures, allergies, skin rashes, organ damage, hormone disruption, and even cancer. If your pet shows any of these symptoms after eating kibble with harmful preservatives, contact your veterinarian right away and discontinue use of the product.

Stabilizers

Stabilizers in pet kibble can have a range of affects on pets' health, depending on which stabilizer is used and the amount. While stabilizers like vitamin E and certain forms of vegetable oil are generally considered safe for animals.Upcoming research suggests stabilizers that contain artificial preservatives or arsenic-based stabilizers should be avoided as these have been linked to a number of symptoms including rashes, respiratory inflammation, diarrhea and kidney damage. It is important to research ingredients thoroughly to ensure the kibble purchased is stabilizer free or contains only safe stabilizers human-grade ingredients.

Flavor Enhancers

While flavor enhancers in kibble can increase the appeal of pet food, pet owners should be cautious of their use as some flavor enhancers may cause health concerns for pets. Common flavor enhancers found in kibble include monosodium glutamate (MSG) and autolyzed yeast extract which may cause digestive upset, vomiting, or diarrhea in pets if they are sensitive to these flavor enhancers. Additionally, some flavor enhancers may contain minerals like zinc or iron that are not readily sought out by the pet's body and accumulate over time leading to poisoning or other long-term organ damage. It's important for pet owners to check the ingredients list and look out for potential symptoms in order to keep their pets safe from any harm caused by flavor enhancers.