Dried Subcutaneous Tissue
meat · base score -1 · also listed as dried subcutaneous tissue, subcutaneous tissue
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the meat category and currently graded poor.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- poor
- Base score
- -1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 11 products
- Also listed as
- dried subcutaneous tissue, subcutaneous tissue
Common questions about dried subcutaneous tissue
Is Dried Subcutaneous Tissue good for dogs?
We grade it as a poor ingredient: typically cheap, vague or of questionable nutritional value, so it drags a product’s score down. One poor ingredient does not make a food bad on its own, but a recipe built from several usually scores low.
How many UK dog foods contain dried subcutaneous tissue?
11 UK products list dried subcutaneous tissue as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is dried subcutaneous tissue called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: dried subcutaneous tissue, subcutaneous tissue. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade dried subcutaneous tissue?
We grade it poor, our lowest grade, used for cheap, vague or low-value ingredients. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is dried subcutaneous tissue in dog food?
Dried subcutaneous tissue is the dehydrated layer of tissue found beneath the skin of animals. It is used as a source of protein and fat in some dry dog foods.
Is dried subcutaneous tissue safe for dogs?
Dried subcutaneous tissue is an animal-derived ingredient that is permitted in pet food when properly processed. As with any ingredient, some dogs may be sensitive, so speak to your vet if you have concerns.
