Processes You Can Trust

There are many reasons why you can trust the quality of processes that are used to make every bag of of Horizon Pet Food.

Dry Food Extrusion

  • Production parameters for extrusion are obtained during production runs in regular intervals. These are recorded on run sheets and retained by Horizon indefinitely.  These include not only extrusion parameters, but also dryer time and temperature, fat application rates, length of run, and documents any issues during production.
  • A computer-controlled batching system controls and maintains records on all ingredient additions including type and quantity, by date, batch and formulation.
  • Expiry dates and lot numbers are determined and embossed into packaging at specified locations. Batch numbers are recorded on run-sheets and cross-referenced to batching data by date and formulation.
  • Bags are inspected for proper seals.
  • Standard Operating Procedures have been developed and are strictly adhered to with respect to meat handling, equipment cleaning and flushing, equipment maintenance to ensure product and employee safety.