Quality checks on pet food

The variety of pet food available for dogs and cats has increased significantly in recent years. More and more animal lovers are paying greater attention to quality when it comes to their pets' nutrition and are interested in the choice of raw materials, manufacturing methods, ingredients or advertised additional benefits when selecting the right pet food. The focus is on keeping animals healthy through a balanced and high-quality diet. The DLG's multi-level award system offers manufacturers the opportunity to position themselves in an eye-catching way with retailers and consumers.
 

Products in expert testing

The products undergo analytical testing and declaration checks by experts. The methods and test profiles are practical and based on current scientific findings.

  • Dog food: wet and dry food
  • Cat food: wet and dry food

Tested products

DLG pet food award system

We offer pet food manufacturers three different awards to highlight the quality of their products.

DLG Quality Seal

  • Analytical control of the end product
  • Declaration control 

DLG claims tested by experts

  • Analytical inspection of the end product
  • Declaration inspection
  • Product claims verified by experts
  • Product-specific DLG inspection number

DLG product certificate

  • Analytical control of the end product (including contaminants)
  • Evaluation of the entire production process
  • Control of all raw materials
  • Verification of the declaration and feeding instructions
  • Product-specific DLG control number
  • QR code

DLG Food Newsletter

Information from the specialist and testing work of the DLG