Animal Feed and Nutrition Compliance Inspection Checklist

This comprehensive animal feed and nutrition compliance inspection checklist ensures regulatory compliance with FDA, USDA FSIS, AAFCO, 21 CFR Part 507, State Department of Agriculture. Feed safety and quality inspection for veterinary and livestock operations covering feed labeling, storage conditions, medicated feed compliance, and biosecurity per FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Preventive Controls for Animal Food rule (21 CFR Part 507) and AAFCO model regulations. Feed contamination c

• Industry: Veterinary & Animal Care
• Frequency: Daily / Per Procedure
• Estimated Time: 30 minutes
• Role: Veterinarian / Clinic Manager / Animal Care Lead
• Total Items: 18
• Compliance: FDA, USDA FSIS, AAFCO, 21 CFR Part 507, State Department of Agriculture

Feed Storage and Conditions

Verify feed storage per FDA 21 CFR Part 507 preventive controls.

• Is dry feed stored in weatherproof, rodent-proof containers or rooms preventing moisture and pest contamination?
• Are temperature-sensitive feeds stored within manufacturer-specified temperature range?
• Are feeds for different species stored separately to prevent cross-contamination or feeding errors?
• Is first-in, first-out feed rotation practiced to prevent use of expired or spoiled product?
• Are feeds inspected for mold, mycotoxins, off-odors, or pest contamination before feeding?

Feed Labeling and Documentation

Verify feed labels per AAFCO and state labeling requirements.

• Do all commercial feeds have AAFCO-required guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fiber, moisture)?
• Are ingredient lists in descending order by weight per state feed law requirements?
• Are manufacturer name, address, and net weight on all commercial feed labels?
• Are feeding directions including species, life stage, and rate on all manufactured feeds?
• Are feed purchase receipts retained showing lot numbers for traceback in case of contamination recall?

Medicated Feed and VFD Compliance

Verify medicated feed per FDA VFD requirements.

• Are valid Veterinary Feed Directives (VFDs) on file for all medically important antibiotic uses in feed per FDA GFI 213?
• Are VFDs current and not expired per 180-day or veterinarian-specified duration?
• Are VFD records retained for 2 years per 21 CFR 558.6 requirements?
• Are withdrawal times for medicated feeds observed and documented before animals enter food supply?

Nutritional Adequacy Review

Verify diets meet species-specific nutritional requirements.

• Are companion animal diets meeting AAFCO nutritional profiles or feeding trial substantiation for life stage?
• Are livestock diets reviewed by veterinarian or nutritionist to meet NRC requirements for the production class?
• Is body condition scoring conducted monthly for all animals to detect nutritional deficiencies early?
• Are all nutritional supplements documented and doses within safe upper limits for the species?

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Why Use This Animal Feed and Nutrition Compliance Inspection Checklist?

This animal feed and nutrition compliance inspection checklist helps veterinary & animal care teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for veterinarian / clinic manager / animal care lead professionals, this checklist covers 18 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / per procedure.

Ensures compliance with FDA, USDA FSIS, AAFCO, 21 CFR Part 507, State Department of Agriculture. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

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