Texts: Analyze the ingredients in your current pet food by reviewing the ingredients listed on the label.
Your goal will be to examine the presence or absence of nutrients, fillers, and toxic ingredients and determine whether or not your current pet food is the best choice for your companion animal.
Include the following writing prompts in your essay:
1. Your companion animal (include age and breed) _________________________________
2. Unique dietary needs (allergies, chronic renal issues, aging pet, etc.)_______________________________________
3. Reasons for selecting the pet food you are currently using________________________
4. Do you feel there is enough information on the label to adequately assess nutrient needs? What information might be missing on your label?
5. Are there any misleading pictures or words used in the packaging? (e.g., contains "Beef Flavor" instead of the word "Beef")
6. Defend why you will continue to use this food or will decide to search for another brand –
7. How might your decision change if:
- you had a 10-week-old puppy or kitten?
- your pet has allergies or a dull coat?
- your dog or cat was over the age of 11?
8. Google "10 worst dog (or cat) foods" and attach your site to your uploaded document here________________________(There are many to choose from!) __________________ Why are these brands rated so low? Is your brand on this list?
Write a short essay (length for part I should be roughly 500 words) to illustrate why you believe your selected dog/cat food is a good or poor choice for your companion animal.