🟡 Apple Pomace in Pet Food

Grade C-2.5 ptsFiber & Superfoods

What It Is

"Dried residue from apple juice or cider production."

Health Impact

A fiber source from apple processing by-products. Higher in sugar relative to its fiber content. A high-sugar by-product — acceptable but not preferred. Score: 3/10.

Why This Grade

A real but unresolved concern: often an ongoing FDA/AAFCO research question (like the grain-free/DCM investigation), a common allergen, or a vague-but-not-alarming label claim. -2.5 pts deducted.

Sources & Further Reading

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apple Pomace safe for dogs and cats?

Rated C (-2.5 pts) by PetPro-tectors™. A fiber source from apple processing by-products. Higher in sugar relative to its fiber content. A high-sugar by-product — acceptable but not preferred. Score: 3/10.

What is Apple Pomace in pet food?

Dried residue from apple juice or cider production.

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Sources: FDA, AAFCO Official Publication, National Toxicology Program,
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines, Journal of Animal Science.

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