Why Quality Control Matters to Pet Food Safety and the Planet

(BPT) – When you pick up a bag of pet food from the store or click “add to cart” online, you deserve peace of mind knowing that the product you are buying is a safe and high-quality food.At Purina, this commitment to safety and quality is at the heart of everything the company does. With millions of pets in the U.S. enjoying Purina products, the company is as committed to safety as it is devoted to pet health and the opportunity to enrich the lives of pets and the people who love them.The science behind peace of mindPurina is dedicated to ensuring that every pet food product meets its high standards of quality and safety. To support this mission, nearly 500 scientists, veterinarians and pet nutrition experts work to innovate and improve formulations, helping pets lead longer, healthier lives. But science is just one part of the equation. Manufacturing teams conduct 100,000 quality checks every day across its operations using a 7-step process to ensure that Purina’s stringent standards are met.100,000 daily quality checks Rather than relying solely on suppliers’ assurances, Purina goes the extra mile, conducting its own audits and sampling to verify quality directly from the source. By doing this, Purina helps to ensure that the company’s strict standards are upheld.Manufacturing with precisionEvery batch of pet food is carefully monitored to ensure that the correct proportions of ingredients are used, adhering to expert-developed recipes. Additionally, at multiple points throughout the production process, samples are taken and analyzed to ensure that pets receive complete and balanced meals that support their nutritional needs and life stage.Made in the U.S.A. in Purina-owned factoriesFactory team members help ensure that packages are filled correctly and labeled with a unique code that allows Purina to track everything back to its source. Because 99% of Purina’s products are crafted in the U.S. at one of its 23 factories, every aspect of the 7-step process can be watched closely. Direct oversight into every batch of pet food means Purina knows exactly when and where it was made and where it’s going.Helping care for the planetPurina is not only committed to pet health and safety but also to environmental sustainability. When sourcing ingredients and packaging materials, Purina is mindful of the environmental impact.Purina does this by supporting farmers as they transition to regenerative agriculture practices to improve soil health and ultimately increase soil organic matter, which helps to sequester carbon.Another way Purina cares for the environment is through their efforts to reduce water consumption in factories and continually assess process improvements throughout its business and manufacturing operations.Through strategic partnerships, Purina has invested in wind and solar power to achieve 100% renewable electricity across all its facilities within North America.Purina’s mission is built on providing high-quality, nutritious food for pets while being responsible stewards of the environment. Rigorous processes and unwavering commitment help ensure that pet owners can feel confident in their choice, knowing they’re providing the very best for their beloved companions.