Recall history
We found 2 recalls for Pedigree brand lines since 2016, 2 of them in the last five years. Older and less related recalls count for less in our grades.
- 2026Moderate. High Protein Chopped Chicken & Duck canned dog food (two lots): possible metal and plastic. Source
- 2024Moderate. Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable dry dog food, 44 lb (315 bags): possible metal pieces. Source
Who makes it and WSAVA nutrition standards
Pedigree is made by Mars Petcare. Here is how it answered the WSAVA questions, as reported by the Pet Nutrition Alliance:
- Employs a full-time board-certified veterinary nutritionist (DACVIM Nutrition or ECVCN), plus PhD and MS nutritionists.
- Owns 100% of the plants that make its food.
- Answered the survey and shared nutrient data on request.
- Waltham Petcare Science Institute publishes in peer-reviewed journals.
Questions
Is Pedigree a good brand?
We graded 3 Pedigree products (dry dog foods, wet dog foods, dog dental chews). The best is Dentastix Large Variety Pack at 92/100, grade A, ranked 1 of 8 dog dental chews. Its other products score between 81 and 85. Grades compare each product with other best-sellers in the same category.
Has Pedigree had a recall?
We found 2 recalls for Pedigree brand lines since 2016, 2 of them in the last five years. The most recent was in 2026: High Protein Chopped Chicken & Duck canned dog food (two lots): possible metal and plastic.
Who makes Pedigree?
Mars Petcare.
Does Pedigree meet WSAVA guidelines?
WSAVA doesn't approve brands, but it lists questions owners should ask a pet food maker. Mars Petcare answered them and scores 25 of 25 on our nutrition standards check.
Prices, ratings and recalls checked October 2026. How we grade.