Adult Dry Dog Food Roasted Chicken and Vegetable Flavor With Bacon Flavored Bites
Verified May 22, 2026
This is a dry kibble diet for adult dogs featuring grain-based carbohydrates with meat and bone meal, chicken by-product meal, and other animal ingredients providing the main protein. It offers a moderate protein and fat level suitable for many average adult dogs, with added linoleic acid and vitamin E to support skin, coat, and general health. The recipe also includes beet pulp for fiber and is calorie-dense, so portions should be measured carefully.
Nutritionally, this food provides adequate protein, fat, and key minerals and vitamins for most healthy adult dogs, using a mix of animal and plant ingredients. It’s a fairly basic, formulated adult maintenance diet with a moderate protein level and typical calorie density for a dry food. It may suit dogs without specific health or allergy concerns whose owners are comfortable with a more economical, grain-based formula that includes artificial colors.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Moderate protein (22% minimum) and fat (10% minimum) levels that are generally appropriate for many average adult dogs.
- Multiple animal-derived ingredients (meat and bone meal, chicken by-product meal, beef, lamb meal) supplying essential amino acids, plus added DL-methionine and L-tryptophan to help balance the protein profile.
- Includes linoleic acid and vitamin E, which help support skin, coat, and immune function, along with a standard vitamin and mineral premix.
- Contains beet pulp as a source of moderately fermentable fiber, which can help support normal stool quality.
Considerations
- Relies heavily on grain and plant ingredients like ground whole grain corn, soybean meal, corn gluten meal, and wheat, which lower the overall proportion of animal protein compared with many higher-end diets.
- Contains several common protein allergens (chicken by-product meal, beef, lamb, soybean meal, wheat), so it is not a good fit for dogs with known food sensitivities to these ingredients.
- Uses artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 2), which do not add nutritional value and are unnecessary from a health standpoint.
- Protein level, while adequate for many pets, is on the lower side compared with more protein-rich adult formulas and may not be ideal for very active or working dogs.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Whole Grain Corn
Whole grain corn is commonly used as a carbohydrate and energy source in pet foods, providing digestible starch, dietary fiber, some protein, and B vitamins and minerals while retaining more nutrients than refined corn. It is generally economical and well-tolerated by most dogs and many cats, but because cats are obligate carnivores animal-based proteins are nutritionally more important, and pets with grain sensitivities, certain metabolic conditions, or requirements for low-carbohydrate diets may need alternatives; proper sourcing and processing also reduce mycotoxin risk and improve digestibility.
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Meat And Bone
Meat and bone is a rendered animal protein and mineral ingredient commonly used in pet foods to provide concentrated protein, fat and elevated levels of calcium and phosphorus from both muscle tissue and ground bone. It can be a cost‑effective source of essential amino acids and minerals for dogs and cats, but nutrient composition and digestibility vary by source (often higher in ash), so owners should note the ingredient’s nonspecific labeling and rely on reputable manufacturers and proper formulation to ensure species‑appropriate nutrients and safe processing.
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Soybean
Soybean is a common plant-based ingredient in pet foods used as a concentrated protein and fat source (in forms such as soybean meal, soy protein concentrate/isolate, and soybean oil) that supplies essential amino acids, calories, and beneficial polyunsaturated fats. It can be a cost-effective, digestible protein for many dogs but is less ideal as the sole protein for obligate carnivores like cats and may trigger allergies or deliver phytoestrogens and antinutritional factors (e.g., trypsin inhibitors, phytates) that are typically reduced by proper processing, so diets using soy should be balanced and monitored.
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Animal Fat
Animal fat is used in pet foods as a concentrated energy source and palatability enhancer, and can provide fat-soluble vitamin absorption and essential fatty acids (including arachidonic and linoleic acids, depending on the source) that support skin, coat and overall cellular function—particularly important for obligate carnivores like cats. Because it is calorie-dense and prone to oxidation, fats are typically rendered and stabilized; owners should be aware that high-fat diets can contribute to obesity and may trigger pancreatitis in susceptible dogs, so quality, source, and total dietary fat should be considered.
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Omega-6 Fatty Acid
Omega-6 fatty acids are essential dietary fats commonly included in pet foods to provide energy and supply linoleic acid (and arachidonic acid for cats), supporting healthy skin and coat, cell membrane integrity, and certain immune and reproductive functions. They benefit skin/coat condition and growth but should be balanced with omega-3s because a high omega-6:omega-3 ratio can promote pro-inflammatory responses, and omega-6 fats are prone to oxidation so commercial formulas often include antioxidants like vitamin E to preserve them.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Brand
Pedigree is one of the largest global dog food brands, owned by Mars Petcare. It offers a broad range of dry and wet foods and treats for dogs across all life stages, positioned as an accessible, mass‑market brand sold in grocery, mass retail, and pet specialty channels worldwide. Marketing emphasizes everyday nutrition, affordability, and support for dog welfare and adoption initiatives.
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Mars Petcare operates large-scale manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America with formal quality and food safety systems modeled on human food standards. Facilities follow HACCP-based programs, Good Manufacturing Practices, and are routinely audited for compliance with local regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA and USDA in the U.S., FEDIAF-related standards in Europe). Mars maintains in‑house research and development centers, employs veterinarians and pet nutrition scientists, and conducts digestibility and palatability studies and AAFCO feeding trials for many of its complete-and-balanced diets.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Pedigree Adult Dry Dog Food Roasted Chicken and Vegetable Flavor With Bacon Flavored Bites has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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