pet food
Domestic animal nutrition
Pet food is food formulated for domestic animals—dogs, cats, birds, fish, and other household pets.
It comes in various forms: dry kibble, wet canned food, raw preparations, and treats.
The pet food aisle takes up half the store now.
The industry has expanded to include organic, grain-free, and breed-specific varieties.
Ground pet food pellets
- pelletsSmall compressed spheres
- cannedSealed for preservation
- freeze-driedDehydrated while frozen
- raw dietUncooked food regimen
pate · morsels · chunks · pouches · biscuits · treats · chow · rawhide
Divided amounts allocated
- servingsIndividual food portions
- bowlConcave food container
- dishFood container or recipe
- schedulePlan of timed events
mealtime · free-feeding · rationing · measuring · scoop · freshness · storage · expiration
Amino acid polymers
- fatsOily organic nutrients
- carbohydratesSugar-based energy compounds
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
- mineralsInorganic natural solids
omega-3 · fatty acids · taurine · antioxidants · calories · fiber · calcium · phosphorus
Lacking sensitivity triggers
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
- grain-freeWithout cereal crops
- vegetarianOne who abstains from flesh
- veganAvoids all animal products
weight management · sensitive stomach · high-protein · low-fat · caloric · organic · natural
Medical dispensing authorization
- therapeuticPromoting healing or wellness
- renalOf the kidneys
- diabeticOne with glucose disorder
- urinaryRelating to urine
gastrointestinal · dental · cardiac · joint support · weight loss · hepatic · mobility · recovery
kibble
Ground pet food pellets
- pelletsSmall compressed spheres
- cannedSealed for preservation
- freeze-driedDehydrated while frozen
raw diet · pate · morsels · chunks · pouches · biscuits · treats · chow · rawhide · snacks
portions
Divided amounts allocated
schedule · mealtime · free-feeding · rationing · measuring · scoop · freshness · storage · expiration · palatability
proteins
Amino acid polymers
- fatsOily organic nutrients
- carbohydratesSugar-based energy compounds
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
minerals · omega-3 · fatty acids · taurine · antioxidants · calories · fiber · calcium · phosphorus · amino acids
allergen-free
Lacking sensitivity triggers
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
- grain-freeWithout cereal crops
- vegetarianOne who abstains from flesh
vegan · weight management · sensitive stomach · high-protein · low-fat · caloric · organic · natural
prescription
Medical dispensing authorization
- therapeuticPromoting healing or wellness
- renalOf the kidneys
- diabeticOne with glucose disorder
urinary · gastrointestinal · dental · cardiac · joint support · weight loss · hepatic · mobility · recovery · skin care
- pet stuffgrooming products, leashes, collars, litter boxes, feeding bowls
- animal feedingfeed, feeder, feeding time, hand feeding, feeding schedule
- consumablesdrink, beverages, beverage, groceries, meal
- pet serviceskennel, groomer, dog daycare, boarding, doggy daycare
- stock upgroceries, supplies, essentials, staples, canned goods
- bulk buysvalue pack, family pack, economy pack, variety pack, combo pack
pet foodgroceries
Food bought at stores
provisions · cuisine · edibles · victuals · home cooking
pet foodlivestock feed
Food for farm animals
animal feed · cattle feed · poultry feed · fodder · silage