§ 113115 Pet Food Regulation Authority

Health and Safety Code·California

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Key Takeaways

•The government can make rules to make sure pet food is safe and honest.
•They can define what should be in pet food and how it should be labeled.
•They can set standards for how much food should be in the package.
•They can make sure the food is treated safely before pets eat it.

Example

You buy a bag of dog food that says '100% Beef' on the label.

The government can make rules so that the dog food really has beef in it and isn't lying on the label. They can also make sure the bag isn't half empty and that the beef is safe for dogs to eat.

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§ 113115 Pet Food Regulation Authority

When in the judgment of the department the action will promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of the ultimate purchaser, the department may promulgate regulations establishing for any processed pet food or pet food ingredient any of the following: (a) A reasonable definition and standard of identity. (b) A reasonable standard of quality or fill of container. (c) The method of treatment of products or ingredients to render them safe for pet feeding. (d) Labeling information necessary to fully inform the purchaser thereof. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

processed pet food pet food ingredient honesty and fair dealing ultimate purchaser

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 113115.

§ 113115 Pet Food Regulation Authority

Health and Safety Code·California

AI SummaryVerified

§ 113115 Pet Food Regulation Authority

Key Takeaways

•The government can make rules to make sure pet food is safe and honest.
•They can define what should be in pet food and how it should be labeled.
•They can set standards for how much food should be in the package.
•They can make sure the food is treated safely before pets eat it.

Example

You buy a bag of dog food that says '100% Beef' on the label.

The government can make rules so that the dog food really has beef in it and isn't lying on the label. They can also make sure the bag isn't half empty and that the beef is safe for dogs to eat.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source

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§ 113115 Pet Food Regulation Authority

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

processed pet food pet food ingredient honesty and fair dealing ultimate purchaser

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 113115.

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