PawScore
PositiveEarns creditDogs and cats

Menhaden fish meal

Why it matters

Species-named fish meal, a strong omega-3 protein source. Ask brands whether it is ethoxyquin-free; the preservative can enter via fish meal without label disclosure.

How PawScore treats it

Foods containing Menhaden fish meal are earns credit when we grade the label. We don't publish the exact numeric weights so scores stay honest as the rubric evolves.

Source

AAFCO ingredient definitions