I agree—the homemade versus commercial debate is anything but black and white. If you’re prepared to do your homework (and possibly invest in a good vet nutritionist), homemade diets can be tailored to your pet’s exact needs. But, let’s be honest, even carefully crafted meals can miss the mark if you’re not meticulous about balancing every nutrient. Recent studies suggest that while commercial diets do occasionally slip up on quality control, they’re held to stricter regulatory standards overall. So, in reality, your pet’s long-term health likely depends more on the consistency and thoroughness of the diet formulation than on the label—homemade or store-bought.