Quail in Pet Food

Grade B-1 ptsProteins

What It Is

"Clean flesh from slaughtered quail."

Health Impact

Lean bird from a clean source. Rarely a commercial pet food protein, which gives it novel protein status for most dogs. Well-tolerated and digestible. Score: 7/10.

Why This Grade

A minor caveat applies — usually a processing step (e.g. rendering into a meal), a moderate allergen history, or a named-but-fattier source — but nothing on our risk watchlist. -1 pt deducted.

Sources & Further Reading

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quail safe for dogs and cats?

Rated B (-1 pts) by PetPro-tectors™. Lean bird from a clean source. Rarely a commercial pet food protein, which gives it novel protein status for most dogs. Well-tolerated and digestible. Score: 7/10.

What is Quail in pet food?

Clean flesh from slaughtered quail.

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

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