8 CCR 1202-7 Part 9 - Feeding Directions
9.1.
Dog or cat food, including snacks or treats, labeled as complete and balanced
for any or all life stages, as provided in Part 8.3.1, except those pet foods
labeled in accordance with Part 8.4, shall list feeding directions on the
product label. These directions shall be consistent with the intended use(s)
indicated in the nutritional adequacy statement, unless a limited use or more
limited life stage designation is declared elsewhere (e.g., "adult formula").
These directions shall be expressed in common terms and shall appear
prominently on the label. Feeding directions shall, at a minimum, state "Feed
(weight/unit of product) per (weight only) of dog (or cat)". The frequency of
feeding shall also be specified.
9.2. When a dog or cat food is intended for
use by or under the supervision or direction of a veterinarian, the statement:
"Use only as directed by your veterinarian" may be used in lieu of feeding
directions.
9.3. Specialty pet
food, including snacks or treats, labeled as complete and balanced for any or
all life stages, as provided in Part 8.1, shall list feeding directions on the
product label. These feeding directions shall be adequate to meet the nutrient
requirements of the intended species of specialty pet as recommended by the
AAFCO-Recognized Nutritional Authority. These directions shall be expressed in
common terms and shall appear prominently on the label. The frequency of
feeding shall also be specified.
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