Your Decision Should Apply To Safety, Responsibility, Quality, and Overall Product Stability, DONE RIGHT.
1. Microbial Risks:
Heat dehydrated products carry low moisture content which reduces microbial growth (such as yeast, mold, bacteria) which are all highly dependent on water activity. It is important that your manufacturer has a safety protocol in place that begins at the onset of production, and takes action at each step of their processes to restrict any growth from developing.
Some of the extra measures that can be taken after the production process include techniques to remove or diminish Oxygen inside the packaging, such as absorbers, controlled environment, etc. The void of Oxygen prolongs shelf life and protects products from discoloration and decomposition, as well as managing the presence of microbial.
2. Clean Room:
Packaging in a regulated environment is not required but is very important for compliance and safety reasons and maintaining a high level of quality control. Manufacturers that choose to package products in a regulated and controlled environment are able to manage airflow and maintain the highest safety standards.3. Following HACCP Guidelines:
All manufacturers should rely on a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point system (HACCP) to eliminate the risks of safety hazards in their products. The HACCP is a systematic preventative approach to food safety, reducing hazards in the production process.
This process analysis includes pest control management, both during transportation and storage, lab testing, and any other hazard related potential risks. Any legitimate manufacturer you choose to do business with should be able to show and explain to you the system they have in place.
4. Compliance:
When choosing a vendor, it is critical to be guaranteed there is compliance in all areas of importance. Here at Zenta Pets, we are fully compliant with and go above and beyond what is required by the USDA, FDA, and all comparable agencies around the globe; including but not limited to Canada, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.5. 100% Natural and Ethical:
In order to produce a “truly natural product,” a manufacturer should fully respect the meaning of the word. Yes, all animal parts are natural, it is what is done to the product in the process of manufacturing that can compromise its integrity and authenticity. Maintaining a strict protocol, from managing sanitary procedures to dehydration and packaging, we keep consistency from beginning to end, which is crucial. When choosing Zenta Pets you can rest assured we will never "cut corners" on safety and quality-related decisions.Choosing the right path means providing the best quality products for our customers!