Pet Nutrition Resources & References
A curated collection of trusted global and Indian sources to help pet parents, veterinarians, and researchers make informed choices.
Standards & Guidelines
Core frameworks that define nutrient profiles, labeling, and feeding adequacy worldwide.
- BIS IS 11968:2019 (India) – Bureau of Indian Standards Portal
- AAFCO (US) – Association of American Feed Control Officials
- FEDIAF (EU) – FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024
- WSAVA (Global) – WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee
- FDA (US) – FDA: Pet Food Nutritional Adequacy
Scientific Research & Journals
Evidence-based nutrition insights and peer-reviewed research.
- Merck Veterinary Manual (MSD) – Merck Vet Manual: Dog & Cat Nutrition
- British Journal of Nutrition (BJN) – Cambridge Journals: BJN
- Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition – Wiley Online Library
- National Research Council (NRC, US) – Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats (2006)
Veterinary & Professional Associations
Veterinary Nutritionists led bodies with global best practices.
- American College of Veterinary Nutritionists (ACVN) – ACVN Official Site
- European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ECVCN) – ECVCN Official Site
- World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) – WSAVA Homepage
Indian Market & Consumer Resources
Context and Blogs for Indian pet parents.
- Supertails Blog – Supertails Articles
- Heads Up For Tails Knowledge Hub – HUFT Blog
- Zigly Knowledge Center – Zigly Blog
Pet Food Safety & Quality
Help pet parents evaluate brands.
- FSSAI (India) – Food Safety & Standards Authority of India
- FDA Recalls Database (US) – FDA Animal & Veterinary Recalls
- Pet Food Institute (Global) – Pet Food Institute
Recommended Reading
- Small Animal Clinical Nutrition (Hand et al.) – Mark Morris Institute
- Raw Feeding Veterinary Society (RFVS, UK) – RFVS Official Site
Usage Notes
- This resources hub is not a substitute for veterinary advice.
- Pet parents should always consult with a veterinarian before making diet changes.
- Blogs on Pet Nutrition India will link here for deep references, but this page can also be browsed independently.
Personal Note:
We created this Resources page to bring all credible, science-backed pet nutrition references into one place. Whether you’re a first-time pet parent, a veterinarian, or simply curious, we hope this hub makes it easier to access the guidelines, standards, and other materials to educate us further.