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Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult

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Pedigree Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult Roasted Chicken, Rice & Vegetable
69.5Technical Score

The Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult (Pedigree) earned a technical score of 69.5/100 (rated ✅ Solid) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (72 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (56 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 23.86% protein and 12.5% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult good?

So-so. Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult is in the "Solid" band (technical score 69.5/100), below our High Standard band. Compare it with the alternatives on this page. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 72) and ingredient purity (IPFI 56), with 23.86% protein and 12.5% fat on a dry-matter basis. At 3469 kcal/kg, FEDIAF maintenance needs work out to 154–178 g per day for an adult dog weighing 10 kg (full table below).

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)72 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)56 / 100
Final Score69.5

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein23.86%
Fat12.5%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein21 %
Crude fat11 %
Crude fiber4 %
Moisture12 %
Metabolizable energy3469 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3469 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (MER) of an adult dog per FEDIAF 2024, from the lowest value (low-activity dog; neutered or indoor cat) to the moderate one (moderately active dog; active cat). It is a starting point: adjust to your pet's body condition and your veterinarian's advice. The calculation ignores age, neutering (in dogs) and individual clinical conditions.

Recommended daily serving in grams per day of Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult by the weight of the dog
Weight of the dogEnergy requirementRecommended serving
5 kg318–368 kcal/day92–106 g/day
10 kg534–619 kcal/day154–178 g/day
20 kg898–1040 kcal/day259–300 g/day
30 kg1218–1410 kcal/day351–406 g/day
40 kg1511–1750 kcal/day436–504 g/day

Formula: maintenance energy (kcal/day) = coefficient × weight(kg)^exponent. Dogs: coefficient 95 (low activity) to 110 (moderate activity), exponent 0.75 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-7, p. 55). Cats: coefficient 75 (neutered or indoor) to 100 (active), exponent 0.67 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-9, p. 57). Portion (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (food kcal/kg ÷ 1000). Source: FEDIAF, Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs, July 2024.

Ingredients

  1. 1Ground Whole Grain Corn
  2. 2Chicken By-Product Meal (Source Of Glucosamine & Chondroitin Sulfate)
  3. 3Corn Gluten Meal
  4. 4Animal Fat (Source Of Omega 6 Fatty Acids [Preserved With BHA/Citric Acid])
  5. 5Meat And Bone Meal
  6. 6Soybean Meal
  7. 7Ground Whole Grain Wheat
  8. 8Natural Flavor
  9. 9Brewers Rice
  10. 10Salt

What we like

  • ✓glucosamine and chondroitin

Points of concern

  • ⚠BHA
✓ Verified data

www.pedigree.com — verified 2026-08-30

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Frequently asked questions about Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult

What is the technical score of Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult?
Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult (Pedigree) scores 69.5/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (72 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (56 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult has 23.86% protein and 12.5% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
Is Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult a good food for dogs?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Dog Adult is "Solid" (score 69.5/100). Strengths: glucosamine and chondroitin. Points of concern: BHA. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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