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== Introduction ==

== Introduction ==

There are several different types, or formats, of manufactured pet food including wet (can, pouch, tray), dry (extruded or baked) and complementary treats.(link to section on types of pet food). The method of production and the ingredients used varies according to format.

There are several different types, or formats, of manufactured pet food including '''wet''' (can, pouch, tray), '''dry''' (extruded or baked) and '''complementary treats'''.(link to section on types of pet food). The method of production and the ingredients used varies according to format.

A pet food company can obtain information and guidance about appropriate auditing and certifications from a selection of organisations including:

A pet food company can obtain information and guidance about appropriate auditing and certifications from a selection of organisations including:

GHP (Good Hygiene Practice) - provide link to website

*GHP (Good Hygiene Practice) - provide link to website

HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) Codex Alimentarius http://www.codexalimentarius.net/web/index_en.jsp

*HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) [http://www.codexalimentarius.net/web/index_en.jsp Codex Alimentarius]

For more information about the safety and quality standards that apply to a particular product please contact the pet food manufacturer.

For more information about the safety and quality standards that apply to a particular product please contact the pet food manufacturer.