Corn Gluten Meal: The "Cheat Code" Brands Use to Boost Protein

High protein doesn't always mean high meat.

The Reveal: Corn Gluten Meal is a byproduct of processed corn. It is extremely high in protein, but it lacks the essential amino acid profile that dogs get from animal meat. Manufacturers use it to "boost" the protein percentage on the back of the bag cheaply. It’s a "filler protein" that is hard for many dogs to digest.

The Standard: Protein should come from Animal Sources, not corn leftovers.