Recall history
We found no recalls for Purina Dog Chow brand lines since 2016. Older and less related recalls count for less in our grades.
Who makes it and WSAVA nutrition standards
Purina Dog Chow is made by Nestlé Purina 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.
- Purina Institute and Purina research centres publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Questions
Is Purina Dog Chow a good brand?
We graded 1 Purina Dog Chow product (dry dog foods). The best is Complete Adult with Real Chicken at 94/100, grade A, ranked 1 of 15 dry dog foods. Grades compare each product with other best-sellers in the same category.
Has Purina Dog Chow had a recall?
We found no recalls for Purina Dog Chow brand lines since 2016.
Who makes Purina Dog Chow?
Nestlé Purina PetCare.
Does Purina Dog Chow meet WSAVA guidelines?
WSAVA doesn't approve brands, but it lists questions owners should ask a pet food maker. Nestlé Purina PetCare answered them and scores 25 of 25 on our nutrition standards check.
Prices, ratings and recalls checked October 2026. How we grade.