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Pet Food Program

Pet food, treats and chews are not considered livestock feed and therefore are regulated under the Health of Animals Act rather than the Feeds Act.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulates pet food imports and related products to prevent animal diseases from being introduced into Canada.

The CFIA also provides verification and certification services for pet foods that are made in Canada and intended for export.