Methods Of Feeding Flashcards
What is time restricted feeding?
Food is offered free choice for only 5-10min 2-3 times a day
What is food restricted feeding?
Measured amounts of food fed 2-3 meals a day
What are 3 types of dry food?
Kibble, biscuits, or expanded
What is extrusion?
Raw ingredient mixture is rapidly cooked under high heat and pressure
Why do they thoroughly cook starches?
Increased digesting lot andbpalatibility
What is the disadvantage to hot air drying?
Reduces total moisture content to 7-12%
What is dry food high in?
Carbs, energy, protien
What are the five pros of dry food?
Economical low cost grains and meats Long shelf life (12 months) Dental hygiene Does not spoil easy Can be free fed
What are some cons if dry food?
High heat processing can lose vitamins
Less palatable
Can be poor quality
How high can the moisture content be in canned food?
78%
What is the energy source in canned food?
Fat, protien, low carb
What are the pros of canned food?
Highly palatable due to moisture, fat, and odor. Long shelf life
What are the cons of canned food?
More expensive and can lead to obesity
What is the moisture content in semi canned food?
15-35%
What are the pros of semi moist food?
More palatable than dry, does not need refrigeration, long shelf life
What are the cons of semi moist foods?
High simple sugar or corn syrup
Expensive
May need vitamin supplements
What does complete mean?
All nutritional requirements are net
What does balanced mean?
Caloric content for the diet is balanced with nutrient requirements
What is feeding to meet energy needs?
Complete and balanced diet
High digestibility should be what?
80% or higher
What is required by law on pet food labels?
Product name, weight, name and address, garunteed analysis, list if ingredients, dog food or cat food, statement of adequacy
What is included in garunteed analysis?
Crude protien, fat, fiber, and moisture
