We as dog lovers are always in search of finding the right dog food nutrition that would satisfy our dogs. Many dog owners and breeders have settled for commercialized dog food brands thinking that they provide the necessary diet nutrients. It is important to note however that raw dog food diets are becoming quiet popular. The B.A.R.F. Philosophy diet has been incorporated by many dog owners who attest to its effectiveness in providing their dogs with good health.

Because of the recent economic conditions many of us have had to find ways to fine tune our budgets. One way to save money is to stop buying food for our dogs. Dog food can get quite expensive, and as our dog grow the more money will be spent. That expense can double or triple depending on the number of pets we have.

AAFCO stands for the Association Of American Feed Control Officials. This association is responsible for setting the standards and guidelines for the commercial production of pet foods. AAFCO tests the ingredients used and applies a minimum nutritional value that pet food manufacturers must follow. Having this minimum value however, allows for much interpretations to the standards, making the quality of the food produced less than desirable. The AAFCO stamp of approval on a label of dog food just means that the food meets minimum requirements.