Last week, the Food and Drug Administration proposed a system for regulating pet food and animal feed that would be the first of its kind. The main argument: animal food is different human food, but it deserves the same scrutiny and careful monitoring. The organization offered up a lengthy list of guidelines for ensuring safe cooking and preparation of animal food as well as  nutrition standards, from farm fodder to puppy treats. Some say the proposal, named the Preventive Controls … [Read more...]