When Pet Food Solutions created Gold Shield® Refined Chicken Fat, we weren’t just responding to consumer demand. We were solving a real problem. Standard chicken fat often arrives with visible gunk, unpredictable quality, and potential contamination. For pet food manufacturers looking to protect brand reputation and improve product consistency, that is a risk you cannot afford.
We developed a better option that is clean, consistent, and scientifically proven to perform. Here is how we do it.
The Problem with Standard Chicken Fat
Standard rendered chicken fat might meet basic nutritional requirements, but it often falls short in quality and consistency. Visible debris, unpleasant odors, and potential pathogens are common issues that raise concerns about safety and product appeal.
Over time, we noticed how often these challenges repeated themselves. Manufacturers were left trying to deliver premium pet food while working with ingredients that did not always measure up. We realized it was time for a better solution that addressed not just appearance but also performance, safety, and consumer trust.
That is what led to the creation of Gold Shield®. We set out to redefine what refined chicken fat could be by creating a process that removes the guesswork and raises the standard for quality.
The Gold Shield® Production Process
Gold Shield® Refined Chicken Fat is produced through a highly automated, patent-pending system that prioritizes precision and sustainability. Here is how we transform standard rendered fat into a cleaner, higher-performing ingredient:
- Standard chicken fat is first treated and separated into its fat and non-fat components.
- The fat is then refined again to remove visible and invisible impurities.
- The leftover extraction material, the gritty unwanted “gunk,” is diverted to land application or biodiesel, reducing waste and environmental impact.
- We often illustrate this process with three jars:
- One with standard chicken fat.
- One showing the extracted debris.
- One with the final Gold Shield® product, clear, light, and clean.
This is not just about looks. It is about consistency, purity, and peace of mind for manufacturers and consumers alike.
Purity We Can Prove
The benefits of Gold Shield® aren’t just cosmetic. The process delivers measurable, scientific advantages that go far beyond appearance. We have conducted rigorous testing to quantify exactly how well the refining system works, and the numbers speak for themselves.
Microbial Safety:
- In testing, Salmonella was inoculated into standard chicken fat before refining.
- Our process eliminated the pathogen within five minutes.
- Log reductions ranged from 7.3 to 9.89 depending on heat and time.
- Every batch is third-party tested to confirm no detectable Salmonella is present.
Viral Protection:
- Our process inactivates even serious threats like HPAI (H5N1).
- Heat treatment at 74°C for minimum of 10 seconds (an industry accepted standard), which has proven to kill pathogens such as Salmonella and Bird Flu in under two minutes.
- Adds a critical layer of defense to help ensure food safety.
Better Yield:
- Removing 4% impurities increases usable fat volume.
- More clean fat per shipment means better efficiency and less waste.
These are not small improvements. They are meaningful, measurable changes that reduce your risk and elevate your brand.
The Difference Is Clear
Our process improves more than just safety. It improves appearance, consistency, and customer trust. When you choose Gold Shield®, you are choosing an ingredient that performs better in every category. And because we refine at scale, you get these benefits without sacrificing efficiency or supply.
In a market where palatability, purity, and transparency are more important than ever, Gold Shield® stands out. From how it looks to how it works, the difference is clear.
