# Title 7 — Agriculture Commissioner

## Article 7-17 — Pet Food and Specialty Pet Food

## Chapter 7-17-08 — Directives Statements

### § 7-17-08-01. Feeding directions.

1. Dog or cat food, including snacks or treats, labeled as complete and balanced for any or all
life stages, as provided in these rules, must list feeding directions on the product label. These
directions must be consistent with the intended use indicated in the nutritional adequacy
statement, unless a limited use or more limited life stage designation is declared elsewhere.
These directions must be expressed in common terms and must appear prominently on the
label. Feeding directions, at a minimum, must state, "Feed (unit of product) per (weight) of dog
or cat." The frequency of feeding also must be specified.
2. When a dog or cat food is intended for use by or under the supervision or direction of a
veterinarian, the statement "Use only as directed by your veterinarian." may be used in lieu of
feeding directions.
3. Specialty pet food, including snacks or treats, labeled as complete and balanced for any or all
life stages, as provided in these rules, must list feeding directions on the product label. These
feeding directions must be adequate to meet the nutrient requirements of the intended species
of specialty pet as recommended by the association of American feed control officials
recognized nutritional authority. These directions must be expressed in common terms and
must appear prominently on the label. The frequency of feeding also must be specified.
History: Effective July 1, 2020.
General Authority: NDCC 4.1-41-20
Law Implemented: NDCC 4.1-41-05
