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Pea is a plant-based ingredient used in pet foods as a source of protein, soluble and insoluble fiber, and micronutrients (often included as whole peas, pea flour, or pea protein concentrate) to boost protein content and improve texture. While peas can provide digestible carbohydrates, fiber, and some plant protein useful especially for dogs, they are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and — when overused, particularly in concentrated forms or as a major component of grain‑free diets — have been scrutinized for a possible association with canine dilated cardiomyopathy and can contribute to nutrient imbalances or excess calories, so balanced formulation and compliance with AAFCO nutritional profiles are important.

Animal plasma is a highly digestible, protein-rich functional ingredient (commonly spray-dried porcine or bovine plasma) used in pet foods to boost protein content, improve palatability and binding, and enhance texture. It supplies bioavailable amino acids and circulating proteins such as immunoglobulins that can help support appetite and gut health—particularly in puppies, kittens or recovering animals—but it is an animal-derived blood product that may be a concern for pets with specific meat allergies or owners with dietary/ethical preferences; commercially processed plasma is generally considered safe when properly handled and spray-dried.

Animal blood cell is an animal-derived ingredient typically used as a concentrated protein and palatant in pet foods, supplying highly bioavailable heme iron, certain B vitamins and amino acids that support hemoglobin formation and tissue maintenance in dogs and cats. It can boost flavor and nutrient density but should be used within balanced formulations due to its strong odor and mineral concentration, and manufacturers must ensure proper rendering and safety; pets with rare iron-storage disorders or specific protein sensitivities may need veterinary guidance.

Chicken fat is used in dog and cat foods as a concentrated energy and flavor source that supplies essential fatty acids (notably linoleic acid) and aids absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, improving palatability and supporting skin and coat health. Because it is calorie‑dense, diets must account for added fat to prevent weight gain, and quality (proper rendering and antioxidant protection to prevent rancidity) is important; although fats are less commonly allergenic than proteins, pets with poultry sensitivities may still react in some cases.

Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.