Test the food usually eaten by cattle or a pet to find out which nutrients are present in animal food. Compare results obtained from the whole class to conclude about balanced diet requirements for different animals.


Important nutrients in the diet are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, fibers, vitamins, minerals, and water.

All these nutrients in appropriate proportion make the best diet for animals. The higher or lower levels of these nutrients can cause health issues for the animals.

Thus, the appropriate proportion of nutrients in the diet is required to keep animals healthy.

[Extra information:

Animal feed intended for the consumption of pets is known as pet food.

A number of the ingredients included in dog food sold at various places remain the same.


These ingredients include:

  • Cereals, which are fundamental carbohydrates such as grain, rice bran, and beet pulp, are examples of cereals.
  • Vegetables
  • Fish supplies both protein and calcium.
  • Fats and oils, a source of vitamins and energy, are essential for the survival of dogs.
  • The elements sodium and chloride


Dogs are not exclusively carnivorous, contrary to common opinion. In fact, they require (and profit from) consuming non-meat meals on a regular basis.


Fish foods usually contain macronutrients, trace minerals, and vitamins. 80% of fishkeepers feed their fish solely flake, pellet, or tablet feeds.

Larger fish or bottom-feeding species like loaches or catfish often eat pelleted food. Some fish meals contain beta-carotene or sex hormones to increase the ornamental fish's color.


Pet birds and birdfeeders both need bird food. It's mostly seeds. All birds don't eat seeds.]

Updated on: 09-Jan-2023

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