What is PETS Nutritional Guidelines?

What is FEDIAF?

FEDIAF is a leading non-profit organization that provides guidelines for complete and balanced nutrition for pets such as dogs and cats. These guidelines are based on scientific research and are widely recognized as the industry standard. While not legally mandatory, they function in practice as a quality benchmark to which pet food producers are expected to adhere.

Why is Compliance with FEDIAF Important?

✅ Private labels and retailers require substantiation – More and more buyers demand evidence that products meet the correct nutritional values.
✅ Strengthening credibility and market position – Producers who can demonstrate compliance with FEDIAF standards distinguish themselves in the market.
✅ Consistent product quality – Regular analysis and reporting help ensure quality and detect deviations at an early stage.
✅ Avoiding non-compliance and recalls – Proactive testing and transparent reporting allow manufacturers to identify and address issues before they become critical.

The Challenge: Evidence and Efficient Reporting

Many pet food producers outsource their manufacturing to specialized facilities. These factories are often required by private labels to demonstrate that their products meet FEDIAF nutritional guidelines. This can be challenging because:

❌ The guidelines are updated regularly.
❌ Nutrient-by-nutrient calculation and assessment is complex.
❌ There is a need for standardized and reliable reporting.

PETS Nutritional Guidelines

To support pet food manufacturers and their partners in demonstrating compliance with current nutritional standards, NutriControl offers a standardized and transparent reporting solution. This report evaluates each nutrient to determine whether the product composition aligns with established norms for complete and balanced nutrition for dogs and cats, using up-to-date scientific insights and laboratory data.

The report is designed to be easily shareable with private labels, retailers, and other supply chain partners, serving as a trusted source of evidence within specification management and quality assurance. By combining analytical testing with clear compliance assessment, this reporting tool helps manufacturers meet increasing market demands, maintain consistent product quality, and detect risks at an early stage.

In Short:

This report offers an efficient and well-founded solution for manufacturers who want to substantiate their nutritional claims transparently and strengthen their market position.