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Old 07-10-2009, 10:12 AM   #9
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I'm always interested to see how you all determine if the food is still fresh? Do you know cause they just won't eat it, or are there other ways to tell?

Also, I just found a bag of natures variety Instinct, chicken, unopened in the laundry room, buried under a towel I draped over it to dry. The expiration date was yesterday, July 9, 2009. Should I toss it or do you think it's still safe for him to eat?? It's a 4.4 lb bag.
Rancid food usually smells bad; some dogs will eat anything though. I'm not sure, but usually most foods are guaranteed to stay fresh at least two weeks after the expiration date, IF they haven't been opened. I think I'd e-mail the company, they might even send you a coupon for free bag.
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