Generally a diet with less than 10% fat or less than 17% of calories from fat is considered to be low-fat. Meanwhile diets with 10-15% fat, or 17-23% of calories from fat are considered to contain a moderate amount of fat. Diets with more than 20% fat are considered high-fat.
What is normal fat percentage in dog food?
Crude-fat content of regular dry dog food ranges from 8 to 18% by weight, or 20 to 45% by calories. Quite some canned foods, deep-frozen foods and freeze-dried foods comprise more than 45% of calories from fat. Such high dietary fat levels may contribute to the development of obesity.
What is a low-fat percentage for dog food?
Dog food is considered low-fat if the fat content is under 17% of the total calories. To combat obesity or chronic pancreatitis, some vets will recommend a diet that is lower in fat. Such diets derive less than 17% of their calories from fat.
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