Pedigree Chopped Ground Dinner Variety Pack

Chopped Ground Dinner Variety Pack

Pedigree

#140 of 190 $0.25/oz

$0.20–$0.40/oz

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At a Glance

Better price than 75% of similar foods ▾

Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.

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More nutrients tested and listed than most ▾

Some brands test and list nutrients beyond the basic four (protein, fat, fiber, moisture). More transparency means you can make a more informed choice.

Sodium Tripolyphosphate ▾

An inorganic phosphate additive, commonly used in dental treats for tartar contr... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Coltherd et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition (plasma P spikes)
  • Alexander et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition (kidney damage in cats)
  • Dobenecker et al. 2018, J Feline Medicine and Surgery
  • Laflamme et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine (review)
  • Stockman 2024, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (no regulatory limit)
Carrageenan ▾

Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived thickener. Food-grade carrageenan is GRAS, but... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Tobacman 2001, Environmental Health Perspectives
  • IARC Monographs Vol. 10 (degraded carrageenan)
  • FDA GRAS status (food-grade carrageenan)
Sodium Nitrite ▾

A preservative that can form cancer-linked nitrosamine compounds when combined w... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Worth et al. 1997, NZ Veterinary Journal (fatal cat cases)
  • IARC Monographs Vol. 94 (Group 2A, nitrite + nitrosation)
  • FDA 21 CFR 573.700 (20 ppm limit in pet food)
  • Christopher et al. 1990, Veterinary Pathology (feline sensitivity)

Nutrition

Compared to 186 similar dog wet foods

Protein (dry-matter) 36.4%

Protein (dry-matter)

Protein content after removing water, so wet and dry foods can be compared fairly.

 Top 87%
Fat (dry-matter) 27.3%

Fat (dry-matter)

Fat content after removing water. Important for energy and nutrient absorption.

 Top 19%
Fiber (dry-matter) 4.5%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

 Top 91%
Moisture 78

Moisture

Water content. Higher moisture helps with hydration, especially for cats.

 Top 81%
Nutrient Transparency 1.0%

Nutrient Transparency

How many nutrients the brand reports beyond the basic required minimums.

 Top 16%

Ingredients

Compared to 186 similar dog wet foods

Named Protein Sources 2

Named Protein Sources

How many of the top 5 ingredients are identifiable, single-species proteins like chicken or salmon.

 Top 48%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

Quality of the first protein listed. Whole meat ranks higher than meals or by-products.

 Top 41%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

Corn, wheat, and soy in the top ingredients. Fewer fillers is better.

 Bottom 42%
Ingredient Simplicity 19

Ingredient Simplicity

Total number of ingredients. Simpler recipes can be easier to digest.

 Bottom 28%
Omega-3 Source 0

Omega-3 Source

Whether the omega-3 comes from fish oil (delivers EPA/DHA directly) or just flaxseed (plant ALA, which pets convert very poorly).

 Top 69%
Label Transparency 0

Label Transparency

Whether the same ingredient is listed in multiple forms (like pea protein + pea fiber) to make meat appear higher on the label.

 Bottom 47%

Full Ingredient List

Beef Bacon Cheese: Ingredients: Chicken, Sufficient Water For Processing, Meat By-Products, Beef, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Cassia Gum, Carrageenan, Guar Gum, Minerals (Magnesium Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Natural Bacon Flavor, Natural Cheese Flavor, Xanthan Gum, Added Color, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate [Vitamin B1], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Vitamin B6], Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Sodium Nitrite (For Color Retention)

Calories

1177 kcal/kg Energy density
118 kcal/pouch Per serving

Where to Buy

Chewy $25.98

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