In animal feed, a filler is an ingredient added to provide dietary fiber, bulk or some other non-nutritive purpose. Products like corn fiber (corncobs), fruit fibers (pulp), rice bran, and whole …

Mar 23, 2021 · What is a filler and does pet food actually contain "fillers"? Certain ingredients often get blamed for being of low nutritional value and simply filler ingredients. A filler is …

Sep 13, 2023 · Fillers in dog food refer to low-nutrient or non-nutrient ingredients that are included in pet food primarily to add bulk and reduce production costs. These ingredients often have …

With so much content devoted to pet food fillers, no wonder dog and cat owners are concerned about the ingredients used to make their pets’ food! What’s particularly fascinating about all …

Jan 6, 2025 · What Are Fillers in Dog Food? Fillers are ingredients used primarily to increase the volume of dog food without adding substantial nutritional value. Common fillers include: Corn; …

May 2, 2023 · Generally, the term “fillers” describes unhealthy ingredients in pet food that have little or no nutritional value, could have been replaced by higher quality alternatives, and aren’t …

Nov 19, 2024 · How to Identify Fillers on Pet Food Labels. Identifying fillers on pet food labels requires a keen eye and some understanding of ingredient nomenclature. As a general …

What is a filler? By definition, any filler is an ingredient that adds bulk to a diet without adding any nutritional value. The only ingredients in pet food that fit that requirement are fibers. Beet pulp, …

May 10, 2023 · One group of ingredients to keep an eye out for are so called "fillers". These are inexpensive ingredients that are added to increase the volume of dog food but provide little …

Oct 4, 2013 · Quite simply, filler is “something that has been added to your dog’s [or cat’s] food to help him feel ‘full’ but contains little to no nutritional value.” Some fillers can be relatively …