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Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection

Manufacturer: Pedigree

Pedigree Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection Grilled Steak & Vegetable
70Technical Score

The Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection (Pedigree) earned a technical score of 70/100 (rated ✅ Solid) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (94 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (30 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 30.68% protein and 12.5% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection good?

So-so. Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection is in the "Solid" band (technical score 70/100), below our High Standard band. Compare it with the alternatives on this page. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 94) and ingredient purity (IPFI 30), with 30.68% protein and 12.5% fat on a dry-matter basis.

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)94 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)30 / 100
Final Score70

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein30.68%
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 Puppy Growth & Protection (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein27 %
Crude fat11 %
Crude fiber3 %
Moisture12 %

Ingredients

  1. 1Ground Whole Grain Corn
  2. 2Chicken By-Product Meal
  3. 3Ground Whole Grain Wheat
  4. 4Soybean Meal
  5. 5Brewers Rice
  6. 6Animal Fat (Source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids [Preserved with BHA and Citric Acid])
  7. 7Meat and Bone Meal
  8. 8Natural Flavor
  9. 9Dried Brewers Yeast
  10. 10Salt

Points of concern

  • ⚠anonymous protein
  • ⚠corn as first ingredient
  • ⚠corn and wheat present
  • ⚠artificial colors
  • ⚠BHA
  • ⚠mixed preservatives (partly artificial)
✓ Verified data

pedigree.com product page returned HTTP 404 on repeated attempts (direct and via reader proxy, 2026-09-03) — GA and ingredients compiled from US retailer listings (heb.com, petsmart.com, petco.com) mirroring the physical PEDIGREE Puppy Growth & Protection Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor label, read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection

What is the technical score of Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection?
Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection (Pedigree) scores 70/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (94 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (30 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 Puppy Growth & Protection have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection has 30.68% 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 Puppy Growth & Protection a good food for dogs?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Pedigree Puppy Growth & Protection is "Solid" (score 70/100). Points of concern: anonymous protein, corn as first ingredient. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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