What is dry matter basis, and how do I determine it?
“Dry matter basis” in a pet food refers to is the amount of nutrients included in the food when the moisture content is factored out. All pet foods have different levels of moisture – some canned foods can have up to 80% and some dry foods can have as little as 6%. Because the listings on the label are for the food as it is fed (with moisture included), calculating the nutrients in pet food on a dry matter basis can help you accurately compare crude protein, fat, and fiber between brands and between canned and dry.
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