Energy Density in Pet Food

Question 1

Energy Density (Ratio)

Answer 1

kcal ME / kg of food
or
kcal ME / Lb of food

Question 2

A food should have an Energy Density that is enough to maintain a normal _______ _______ or ________ _________ as well as meet all other nutrient requirements.

Answer 2

Body Weight or Growth Rate

Question 3

If an animal is maintaining a normal body weight (or growth rate for puppies), then their food is meeting their daily ________________ __________________.

Answer 3

Energy Requirement

Question 4

There is an inverse relationship between energy density and the volume of food that is consumed.

Answer 4

“Bulk Limited”

Question 5

What is Nutrient Density (a Ratio)?

Answer 5

Nutrient Content / 1000 kcal of ME

Question 6

What can be used to compare all types of food?

Answer 6

Nutrient Density

Question 7

What percentage of Dogs and Cats are overweight or obese?

Answer 7

40%

Question 8

What is overconsumption?

Answer 8

Consumption greater than daily energy requirements

Question 9

What are 6 complications of overconsumption or obesity in animals?

Answer 9

1. Diabetes
2. Hyperlipidemia
3. Pancreatitis
4. Heart Failure
5. Hepatic Lipidosis
6. Orthopedic Issues

Question 10

What animals are at risk for Inadequate energy intake? (Energy requirements are greater than what they are being fed)

Answer 10

Hard working dogs and Pregnant/Lactating
*emaciation/muscle wasting
*refeeding syndrome