Tag: environmental contaminants in pet food

• The Hidden Toxins in Your Dog’s Bowl: What a New Study Reveals About Heavy Metals in Dog Food

  

  A science based deep dive into heavy metals in dog food, including arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury. Learn how reported levels compare to AAFCO maximum limits, whether dry food is safe, and what a pet nutritionist recommends to reduce long term exposure risk.

  Andrea Geiger, MSc

  February 25, 2026

  Dog Nutrition

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