Trying to write this blog has been quite the challenge to say the least. There is an exorbitant amount of information out there on the “do’s and don’ts” of choosing a pet food. And to be honest, if it is hard to decipher and mull through the information as veterinary industry professionals, then we know it is even more difficult and confusing for our clients and other pet owners. We do know that we all have one goal in mind, and that is to make sure our beloved furry friends are eating a healthy and well rounded diet. While the goal of this article is to clear the ambiguous fog and untangle the unending web surrounding pet foods, there is just not enough blog space to cover each and every piece of the puzzle. Consequently, there will be multiple parts to this blog that will be released consecutively. Knowing what qualities make a nutritious food by identifying reputable brands, all the while muddling through and deciphering a pet food label, are the main topics that will be touched on here in Part 1.