When it comes to fueling your dog, the difference between an average food and a scientifically reviewed formula can mean everything. At Bully Max, every product is held to the highest standards of veterinary review, AAFCO compliance, and clinical testing—ensuring your dog gets nutrient-dense performance nutrition that’s proven to deliver results.

Independent Veterinary Review

At Bully Max, we don’t just say our food is complete and balanced—we back it up with third-party veterinary review. Every formula is compared to AAFCO nutrient standards and signed off by veterinary professionals.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

• September 21, 2022 – Puppy and Performance 30/20 Formula was reviewed by Abrar Ahmad, DVM, RVMP:

  “I further confirm that, as a Dog Nutritionist and Veterinarian, I exchanged my knowledge, conducted conversations, and meticulously checked the nutritional profile of the Named Formulas during the Product Formulation Review.”

• September 24, 2022 – Dr. Ahmad also reviewed the Chicken & Rice Formula, following the same rigorous process.

• September 1, 2021 – Dehydrated Chicken Formula (now part of our Wet Food line) was reviewed by Renee Streeter, DVM, DACVN, a Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist:

  “The following Named Formulas, produced by Bully Max, have been reviewed and compared to current AAFCO Published standards for compliance for the intended species and life-stage, that all ingredients are defined.”

This level of veterinary oversight is rare in the pet food industry. With Bully Max, you know your dog is getting food that’s not only complete and balanced, but scientifically verified by veterinary nutrition experts.

What AAFCO Compliance Means

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) sets the nutrient benchmarks for pet food safety and adequacy. According to AAFCO:

“The AAFCO Dog and Cat Food Nutrient Profiles were designed to establish practical minimum and some maximum nutrient concentrations for dog and cat foods, formulated from commonly used, non-purified, complex ingredients.”

This means that when Bully Max says “complete and balanced,” it’s based on the same scientific framework used by regulators and veterinarians to evaluate nutritional adequacy.

Feeding Trial Proof: TruMune® Studies

Bully Max doesn’t just rely on formulas and reviews—we back our performance claims with real feeding trials.

At the University of Illinois, researchers studied the impact of TruMune® (a yeast-based fermentation product included in Bully Max) on adult dogs.

Study Design

• 16 adult English Pointers (8 male, 8 female, average age 6.7 years, average weight 56 lbs)

• Randomized crossover, 10-week feeding periods

• Dogs received either a control diet or a diet with TruMune®

Key Results

Oxidative Stress Protection
Dogs fed TruMune® showed positive changes in oxidative stress markers compared to controls.

Digestive Stability
Fecal quality remained stable in TruMune-fed dogs, while control dogs showed looser stools.

Immune Balance
Control dogs showed increased immune stress markers, while TruMune-fed dogs remained stable or improved.

Conclusion

“These data suggest that the benefits of TruMune in dogs exposed to transport stress are mediated through mechanisms that suppress innate immune cell activation versus pathways associated with decreased lipid peroxidation.”

Companion Study Findings

A second study found even more benefits:

• Higher skin oil (sebum) levels, supporting coat health

• Increased antioxidant activity in blood

Together, these results show that TruMune® supports immunity, digestion, skin, and coat health—benefits you’ll find in all Bully Max dry food formulas. 

Why Bully Max Outperforms

• Veterinarian Reviewed: Formulas reviewed by Abrar Ahmad, DVM, RVMP and Renee Streeter, DVM, DACVN.
  

• AAFCO Compliant: Every recipe formulated to meet or exceed nutrient standards.
  

• Clinically Tested Ingredients: TruMune feeding trials show measurable improvements in immunity, digestion, and resilience.
  

• Manufactured to the Highest Standards: FDA-registered facilities, GMP-certified warehouses, and premium ingredients.
  
  

The Bottom Line

Bully Max isn’t just dog food. It’s vet-reviewed, AAFCO-compliant, and scientifically validated through feeding trials to deliver real-world performance. That’s why professional trainers, breeders, and dog owners trust Bully Max to fuel their dogs better than ordinary brands.