We work closely with BSM Partners to give you peace of mind, ensuring through rigorous testing that you can confidently provide nutrition to your beloved dog.
At Zignature, we do not just follow industry standards—we are dedicated to exceeding them.
This ensures every product is not only complete and balanced but also clinically proven to support your dog's optimal health.
Led by a team of experienced DVMs (Doctors of Veterinary Medicine) and specialists in animal nutrition and microbiology, we proactively use the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) official guidelines as our foundation, optimizing them to conduct long-term feeding studies.
What Sets Us Distinct
| Measured Parameters | AAFCO Standard Study | Zignature Advanced AAFCO Study |
|---|---|---|
| Study Duration | β 6 months | β 6 months |
| Participating Dogs | β 8 healthy dogs | β 8 healthy dogs |
| Measurable Parameters | β 4 | β 40+ |
| Weekly Weight Monitoring | β Mandatory | β Mandatory |
| Blood Tests | β Mandatory | β Mandatory |
| Dynamic Feeding Plans | β Optional | β Custom plans tailored to each dog's activity level, body condition, and energy needs |
| Echocardiograms | β Optional | β Performed at the start and end of the study, evaluated by a licensed cardiologist |
| Weekly Health Checks | β Optional | β Weekly health observations conducted by a licensed veterinarian |
| Cardiac Biomarker Testing (e.g., Troponin I) | β Optional | β Covered across three testing intervals |
| Amino Acid and Taurine Levels | β Optional | β Whole blood/plasma taurine and plasma amino acid profiles tested at three intervals |
| Plasma Carnitine Analysis | β Optional | β Measured across three intervals by an independent reference laboratory |
| Fecal Quality Scoring | β Optional | β Weekly fecal consistency monitoring |
