Puppy Soft Wet Dog Food Morsels in Sauce With Chicken
Verified Jun 11, 2026
This is a complete and balanced wet food formulated specifically for growing puppies, using chicken along with meat by-products and organ meats as key protein sources. It has a soft morsels-in-sauce texture, includes added DHA from fish oil to support brain development, and provides calcium and phosphorus for healthy bone growth. It can be fed alone or mixed with a compatible puppy dry food to help meet the higher energy needs of young dogs.
Nutritionally, this is a solid, mainstream wet food option for puppies that meets AAFCO standards for growth and includes some nice additions like DHA and organ-based ingredients. Protein and fat levels are within a reasonable range for a canned puppy food, and the calcium and phosphorus are present to support normal skeletal development. It relies on a mix of animal and plant proteins (wheat gluten, pea protein, corn gluten), so it’s a practical everyday option rather than a high-meat, specialty formula.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Formulated to be 100% complete and balanced for puppies according to AAFCO growth standards, so it can be used as a primary diet for growing dogs.
- Includes chicken, meat by-products, and animal liver, which can provide a good range of amino acids and naturally rich organ-based nutrients.
- Contains added DHA from fish oil to support normal brain and nervous system development in puppies.
- Wet texture and moderate fat level can be helpful for puppies that need extra palatability or hydration, and it can be easily mixed with a growth-formulated dry puppy food.
Considerations
- Contains common potential allergens such as chicken, wheat (wheat gluten, wheat flour), soy (soybean oil), corn gluten meal, and fish, so it may not be appropriate for puppies with known food sensitivities to these ingredients.
- Uses several plant-based protein sources (wheat gluten, pea protein, corn gluten meal), so some of the listed protein will come from plants rather than animals, which may matter if you prefer a more meat-heavy formula.
- Includes added color and uses BHT as a preservative in the fish oil; both are considered safe, but some owners prefer to avoid artificial additives when possible.
- This is a relatively low-calorie wet food on a per-weight basis, so most puppies will need multiple pouches per day to meet their energy needs, especially larger or very active pups.
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.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
02
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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Meat By-Product
Meat by-products are rendered animal parts such as organ meats, blood, bone and other tissues used in pet food as a concentrated source of animal protein, fat, vitamins and minerals. They can provide biologically valuable nutrients—especially for cats, which require animal-derived proteins—but composition and quality vary by source so owners seeking specific ingredients or with pet food sensitivities should look for transparency and regulation-compliant sourcing.
04
Animal Liver
Animal liver is a nutrient-dense ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods for protein, palatability, and concentrated vitamins and minerals—especially vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, heme iron and copper. It supports growth, skin/coat and red blood cell health but should be fed in moderation and properly handled, since excessive liver can cause vitamin A toxicity or copper overload in susceptible animals and raw liver may carry pathogens.
05
Wheat Gluten
Wheat gluten is a concentrated plant protein commonly used in dry pet foods as a protein booster, binder and texture improver to help form kibble and extend meat-based ingredients. It provides digestible protein for dogs and cats but is low in certain essential amino acids (notably lysine) and lacks animal-specific nutrients like taurine, so it should not be the sole protein source; pets with wheat or gluten sensitivities may also experience allergic or gastrointestinal reactions.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.What is calorie density
How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.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 Puppy Soft Wet Dog Food Morsels in Sauce With Chicken has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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We have no recalls on record for Pedigree. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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