Find out what Mumsnetters thought of the Pedigree® Dog Food Range. £300 voucher prize draw for testers’ feedback. NOW CLOSED

[ZaneMumsnet]

This is the feedback thread for the Mumsnetters who tested the Pedigree dog food range.

Pedigree say "Our philosophy is to provide leading-edge nutrition that's affordable for everyone, and with over 80 years of experience making dog food, we're proud of our products. Currently, we’re on a mission to encourage owners to feed their dogs a combination dry food, wet food, a regular dental care regime and a responsible amount of treats. Why? Because research by the WALTHAM™ Centre for Pet Nutrition, the leading global authority on pet care and nutrition, shows that this mixed diet provides the widest range of health benefits to your dog".

Testers, please complete the feedback questions below but please feel free to add any other comments you may have. Please state which range of products you were testing, along with the size and age of your dog. You will also need to complete a short survey in order to be entered into the £300 Amazon voucher prize draw where one tester will win! The survey link has been emailed out now.

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

Thanks, MNHQ

[JALG]

OOps forgot to say Bramble is a 11mth Cocker Spaniel female. We were testing the junior /puppy dried, sachets and puppy dentatubes. Here she is :-

[douglas2013]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
I was aware of pedigree before the trial, I havent used the food before but I have used the dentastix previously.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
With regards to the complete feeding diet, I noticed that midway through my chocolate labrador started to develop dandruff, I cant isolate which part of the diet might have triggered this although I suspect it might have been the wet food as he usually only has dry food. It cant have been the dentastix as he has had them before. He loved the treats that were included and were perfect size to reward for good behaviour.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
I would perhaps try the dry food on its own to see if that has any effect on its own regarding the dandruff, if not i would be happy to continue using itas he seemed to enjoy it. The dentastix as mentioned I will continue to use, I have already purchased additional treat bags as they were definately a hit.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
I would tell other dog owners my experience with all the products tested, both positive and negative. Perhaps their dog might have a better experience.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
User friendly.

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
Yes i would, it was easy to use.

[Bonniesloth]

Q1. Yes I was aware and have purchased before but dont usually buy

Q2. My views on the complete range are good. My dog devoured the food and loved the dentistix!
Q3. Im very likely to continue with this range. My dog loved all of it so will definitely buy again in the future
Q4. Yes I would recommend as my dog loved it and he didn't get ill with the change in food
Q5. The app was ok bit I wouldn't use again
Q6. No because I didn't aid in my ownership of my dog.

[PinkFlufff]

"Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?"

Yes. I have bought it in the past but did not purchase regularly, only purchased if the preferred brand was unavailable.

"Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products."

I've actually been really impressed.The Dentastix have gone down really well and he's very keen on the treats, knows exactly where they are kept, every time we're in the kitchen he'll go straight to the cupboard where they are and fuss around until he gets one! The pouches and biscuits have been great. He's got quite a sensitive tummy and is often sick but has been sick a lot less recently. Maybe a coincidence, maybe not?

"Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?"

Will definitely keep up with the Dentastix and am tempted to switch to the pouches and biscuits. Just want to see how he gets on for another week or so. Am seriously considering switching though.

"Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?"

I would recommend definitely. Rolo really likes and enjoys the products. (TMI) He's been doing healthy BMs and his tummy seems a lot more settled.

"Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?"

It was really useful especially being able to track the daily exercise, that'll be handy for vet visits.

"Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?"

Would definitely recommend. The vet often asks about his daily activity and now I'll have a record of it.

[DorsetMum1]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
Yes. I used to live near Waltham on the Wolds, so was aware of Pedigree pet foods from a very young age, even though we didn't have any pets. I have never purchased it before. My first dog is only 18 months old and has been fed on a raw food diet.
Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
The Pedigree food looks good, as does the complete feeding diet. My dog enjoyed the dry food, dentastix and some of the pouches, but took some persuading to eat others.
Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
I am unlikely to keep feeding my dog Pedigree, except perhaps if she goes to stay with friends when we're on holiday. It is, no doubt, easier to give Pedigree to someone else to feed your dog, than raw foods.
However, I have a very healthy, happy raw food eating dog, so why would I change?
Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
Our dog has stayed with friends recently and they were impressed, particularly with the Pedigree pouches and the dentastix.
I am far more likely to recommend raw feeding than Pedigree, because I believe that it is better for my dog.
Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
Interesting.
Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
Yes, if they are not going to consider feeding their dog a raw food diet.

Thanks, MNHQ

[DorsetMum1]

I forgot to mention that my (almost) 18 month old dog is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

[Paulinroyton]

Q1 Yes I was aware of Pedigree dog food. I have tried the dog food before.

Q2. He wasn't impressed with the dog food but he loved the dentistix, and the treats, loved them so much he wants them all the time.

Q3 In future I would buy the treats as my dog enjoyed them very much. The sticks are excellent for his teeth.

Q4. Yes I would

[rikschick]

I have a 16 week old staffordshire bull terrier cross called Doris. She weighs about 10kg already so she's pretty big for her age.

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before? Yes, I bought Pedigree dog food for my previous dog and he always enjoyed it.
Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products. I have fully moved Doris over to the Pedigree complete diet now having gradually mixed it with her previous food for a couple of weeks. She really enjoys both the wet and dry food as well as the dentatubes. The variety of flavours in the pouch packs are excellent and Doris likes all of them. The dentatubes are a perfect snack for when I return home after going out.
Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why? I am very happy with the way that Doris has adjusted to the food - no upset tummy or changes in behaviour. She enjoys every meal and I never have to throw away uneaten food. I will most likely stick with this diet as she is doing very well on it.
Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? Yes, I would definitely recommend the diet to other dog owners. I like the convenience of the variety pouches and the dry food is appetising to the dog even without wet food mixed in.
Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app? This is a great idea. Although I am unable to use the walking section yet, I think it will be a good way of tracking her activity.The feeding guide has been invaluable as she has grown in size.
Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? Yes, I would definitely recommend this app. I wish that it had been around when I had my previous dog too. I find it extremely useful.

[ImBrian]

. Q1 Ive heard of the food but never used it before.
Q2. Buddy loves it all, his food is gone in seconds which he didn't do before but that could be because he now has meat. He's put weight on having the recommended amount so I've had to cut back as he was getting fat. His poo stinks which it didn't before (not as bad anyway) and he does seem to have a lot of energy.
Q3. I more then likely won't, the food I normally use is cheaper and has a higher quantity of meat. I'd possibly buy the sticks as a treat though.
Q4. I would say that my dog loves it, the kibble is a great size for pups as well.
Q5. looks good
Q6. Yes

[anne262]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
Yes I was aware of Pedigree but never purchased

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
The feeding plan was very easy to follow . Skyler has always eaten dry food so we introduced the wet pouches gradually.., they are a hit!!! She clears her bowl ( mixture of wet and dry) and we have had no adverse affects...she loves her new menu .The dentastix are an excellent idea but she demolishes them in 2 chomps and a swallow so don't think they are doing much for her dental hygiene

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
I would definitely consider, however the pouches are very pricey for the size but then my dog is really enjoying them so maybe . Would not bother with the treats or the dentastix though

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
Yes I would , my dog loves the diet and seems healthier and happier , but it is pricey

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
Helpful for new dog owners , but not of much use to me

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not
Yes if they were new dog owners

[Hyggeligt]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
I had bought the dentastix and treats before but not the food

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
He loves the wet food and runs in circles when he hears the sachet being picked out! It goes well mixed in with the dry food. He has crossed over to Pedigree food well with no repercussions!
He really likes the dentastix and the treats.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
I would definitely buy the sachets and feed him them regularly, with the dry food if he continues to enjoy it.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
Yes, absolutely. Scooby is a happy dog with healthy fur, teeth etc and boundless energy--it has been a really good opportunity for him to trial new food.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
I am yet to fully explore it tbh.

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

Thank you very much for including Scooby in this food trial 🐶

[ShyCharles]

Tested by a 2 year old male Pug. Wet, dry, treats and dental sticks.

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?

Yes I have heard of Pedigree dog food and have purchased the odd tin.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.

It looked a lot better than I thought it would although although there didn't appear to be enough in one pouch to keep my greedy pug full for long. He also enjoyed the dry food which he can be a bit fussy with. Loved the treats and the dentastix.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?

I would consider it if the price was right.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

There are quite a lot of dog owners who feed their dogs raw food around here and I imagine they would look down their noses at anyone using Pedigree dog food. For this reason I wouldn't tell them about it.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?

I quite enjoyed the Tracks app but kept forgetting to turn it on or off and found it hard to see without my glasses which I don't wear while dog walking.

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

I would if it was someone who was non judgemental about what dogs are fed. If such a person exists around here.

[ThePortlyPinUp]

1. Yes I was aware of Pedigree before the trial but I still thought it was called Pedigree Chum .
   

1. Usually Ruby (Staffordshire bull terrier) has a complete dry food diet but after gradually introducing wet food into her diet she is absolutely loving it. We mix it in with the dry food and she eats the lot in record time. She enjoys the dentastixs but I think the small treats are just swallowed rather than tasted!
   

1. I would definitely repurchase the dentastix and the wet food in tins rather than pouches as I think it would be very expensive to buy the pouches. Storage is much easier in pouches and they are more convenient for taking out with us when stay out at relatives with the dog. The complete food is comparable with cheaper options so unsure if I would purchase again.
   

1. I would recommend the pouches and dentastix for ease of convenience although the price may be a bit off putting.
   

1. The app wasn't really a hit for me or DH, we were already quite confident that we were feeding her the correct amount each day and her daily activity is ok.
   

1. I would recommend the app to new dog owners as it was quite informative and easy to use.

[Ginandtonicoclock]

Thank you Pedigree for putting our dog on the trial. We have a four yr old female patterdale terrier.

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before? Yes I was aware of the brand, yes I've bought it before and used an own brand dentistix. Pedigree sticks are better, they are chewier and last longer.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products. The small dog Adult vitality went down very easily, and the smaller pieces were easy for her little mouth to chew. When we were phasing in the pedigree diet day 1-7, she ate the Pedigree and left her previous brand. 😤With the pouches both the gravy and jelly were wolfed down at top speed. I prefered the gravy version as I didn't need a yukky dog food knife to mix it in, could just swirl the bowl and it mixed in easily. Dentistix are very popular as are the Tasty Bites.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why? Realistically she will get all of the range, but not all of the time. The treats are like dog crack, highly addictive, and make her come back on recall.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? Yes I would, she absolutely loved it.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app? Didnt use it, I've a walking and running app on my phone that tracks steps and distance covered..

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? I couldn't comment.

[marissazak]

Hi. Flossie is a three year old mix of poodle and Chinese crested powder puff, a small dog. We are testing the wet pouches, the complete dry food, the dentastix and dog treats.

1. I have always been aware of the brand as it is the leading one. I have tried the wet pouches before and the dentastix and doc treats
   
2. I love the pouches, they are mud the right size for Flossie. The complete surprised me as she doesn't like dry food but likes this. I find the dentastix too dry. These are the only brand she doesn't eat- she buries them immediately in the garden. The treats are brilliant. Just the right size and good for training.
   
3. I like the pouches anyway. I would not purchase this brand dentastix because of the dryness. I would buy the treats but I am won over by the dry food
   
4. Would definitely recommend as it is a trusted brand and I want the absolute best for my dog
   
5. I thought the app was informative but not very entertaining so for that reason.....
   
6. It is not something I would recommend

[4isplenty]

Products being tested by Poppy, our two year old dachshund are
• Small dog adult vitality dry food
• Pedigree real meals in gravy
• Pedigree Favourites in jelly
• Dentastix ( small dog )
• Tasty bites with chicken/with cheese and beef

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?

I was aware of it but had not purchased any before.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.

I think that all the products work very well together. Flavours and textures are perfect for my dog, as she is small I have to be particular about what she eats, for a loud dog she has a very small mouth and can have issues with products that claim to be for small dogs. I can already tell that she loves all the different products and although we followed instructions to swap her from her old food, I have no doubt she would have eaten this with no difficulties. I also think that any of the products could be eaten on there own alongside other brands, the dentastix are the best I have tried.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?

I will not be continuing the full diet, simply because we only have ever fed our dog a dry food diet. And I am on a budget. I will certainly choose the dentastix again though.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

I would, and will, recommend Pedigree. It just shows that you get what you pay for, and the difference is quite eye opening.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?

I love the app, from the personalisation, to the help and advice. The videos showing how to train to simple commands were lovely if you have no other way to find things out. Very impressed.

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

Yes, I would recommend the app. As I mentioned in my answer to Q5, full of tips and help. It might be basic to some people but everyone has to start somewhere :)

[Trod]

We have a 2yr old medium sized cross breed neutered female (Springer Spaniel crossed with a standard Poodle ) and we're testing wet (4 pouches) and dry dog food and daily dentastix.

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
Yes but have only purchased the tins and some different treats before.
Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
Our dog enjoys the food. We've had to give more than suggested in the app guidelines even for a dog with a high level of activity as she was still hungry (and got empty packets from the bin - she had never done this before). She's definitely not overweight, but is energetic and runs quite far each day. Pouches are more convenient than tins at times, but too small - so using 4 a day is a nuisance and I'd probably use a can instead. I might buy pouches if we're going on holiday though. She's usually fussy with treats but does eat the dentastix. The small treats are useful for rewards when out.
Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
I haven't costed it up yet, but suspect 4 pouches a day is more expensive than using cans. I'll continue with a mix of wet and dry. Her poo is not quite as easy to pick up compared to the previous food, but isn't too bad and may improve more still as she gets more used to the new diet.
Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
I would say it's definitely worth a try as it's easy to obtain & our dog likes it. Fortunately so far our dog doesn't seem to have had any bad reactions to trying new foods (except poo that's more runny) and now we've upped the amount haven't noticed any changes to her coat or behaviour.
Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
We tried it to work out the amount of dry food needed. We haven't used the exercise bit as it's not always me that walks our dog so it wouldn't be accurate.
Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
In theory working out the amount of food your dog needs is a good idea, although the amount suggested didn't seem right for our dog. I can see some people liking the exercise part, although I'd be more interested in a pedometer for the dog to wear to find out how much distance she covers when running around.

[MahnaMahna]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?

I was aware of Pedigree as a brand and had bought various dog treats before. Jumbones, schmackos, gravy bones, dentastix. Our old dog used to love the Christmas range with the turkey flavour.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.

This is the first time we have tried our dog on wet and dry food. He has previously just been on dry. He seems to be taking to it really well and I think the variety appeals to him. He is definitely a lot more excited at dinner times now! He is a Saluki and his metabolism is naturally high, try as we might we can't get him above 22.6kg however his coat has been noticeably shinier in the past week or so.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?

I think we probably would consider staying with the complete diet. He has tried James Wellbeloved, Oceanic and Iams and this is the first one that seems to have given him a healthy glow. It also seems to satisfy him the most. He has a very fast metabolism and on the other foods could poo up to 6 times a day. This has done down to 3-4 which is hopefully a good sign that he is holding on to the nutrients.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

I would recommend Pedigree. I think that the choice is broad enough to fit most dogs even our sensitive boy. It seems to suit him well and he does appear healthy and happy.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?

It is good to be able to figure out what amount of food your dog should be eating and keep a track of things. It could be a bit more interactive though regarding their exercise. Sort of like a dog version of myfitnesspal

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

I would probably tell them to take a look especially if they were new dog owners or new to Pedigree. Just so they would have a good measure of where to start.

[cheekychicken103]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
I was aware of it, but would never have bought it because of the price.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
Poppy has loved it, getting all these yummy new foods, And the treats and dentastix have been a complete hit.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why? I don't think I would consider it, I've looked at prices and I don't think its affordable. I might sound mean but my dogs are very healthy and happy with no treats and on fully dry food. The vets always comment on how healthy they are.

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? I don't think I would I'm afraid, I think if you had pampered pooch then maybe you'd want to spend more money on Pedigree, but I would say save your money and go for a big bag of dry food, which will last longer.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
It was good to be able to find something that can actually tell you what your dog should be eating, and can see how it can be helpful for dogs that don't get enough exercise. It's a clever app and think that many people will find it helpful, however I didn't.
Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not Yes if they don't have a clue about dogs!

[cheekychicken103]

Forgot to put, Springer Spaniel 3years, Poppy, working dog.
We are testing, dentastix, treats, wet pouches and dry food.

[MisForMumNotMaid]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?

I have heard of Pedigree and I've purchased from the treat range but it's not been a food that I've used before.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.

I like the idea of a complete diet but don't really like the two pouches one scoop business. Tilly (our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel) was previously on a complete dried food, which she ate usually grazing through the day. Now she is very enthusiastic for the wet pouches but not fussed about the dry food. I've tried mixing the wet with the dry but then I end up with a messy dish of uneaten moistened dried food.

I really like the small treats. I've been buying puppy treats from the dogs pick n mix lately so that all the children can give treats without over indulging her. These smaller treats are just what are needed for a small dog.

She enjoys the smaller sized dentastix. She's tried and not been fussed about the bigger ones before but these are just the right size for her.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?

I would buy the moist food pouches to supplement her usual dried food but at a rate of 5-7 a week not 2 a day. I will definitely buy the treats and dentasticks

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?

I would recommend people give pedigree a try. The sticks and treats I'd probably buy as a treat for friends dogs.
My slight hesitation with recommending lots of moist food is the whole moist in extra moist out. It's easier to scoop the poop from dried food.
If the dog liked it, I can see that for some the dried food could work really well for some because the pieces of food are smaller than many other brands.


Not yet tested the app

[sharond101]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before? I was and had used the Puppy food when our dog was little.
Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products. OUr dog loved it. SHe isn't fussy at all and her digestive system copes with anything so she gave it the thumbs up too!
Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why? We liked the dentastix and they weren't demolished instantly like other treats so will continue to buy them. The food is a little pricey and given the lack of fussiness from my dog I'll opt for a cheaper alternative.
Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? Yes, it was tasty for my dog and I was satisfied she was getting all the right nutrients.
Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app? I liked it although we found we were doing all the right things it would be a benefit to those starting out with a dog or dealing with a weight issue.
Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not? Maybe but it might sound a bit rude?

[MisForMumNotMaid]

Tilly is 6.5 years old. She's a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and weighs about 6kg.

[HappyMum4]

Q1. Were you aware of Pedigree® dog food before taking part in this product test? If so, have you ever purchased it before?
Yes I was aware of it and I had bought it before for previous dogs we had.

Q2. What are your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Complete Feeding diet your dog tested? We’d love your thoughts on the complete diet as well as the individual products.
I'll be totally honest, I was firstly blown away by everything that arrived, I didn't expect to receive so much. Secondly, I have been so happy how our dog has taken to her new diet, she has only ever been on one particular brand of dry food and in the past when I've tried her with different brands/or wet food, she has reacted very negatively towards it, terrible tummy issues, we've been up all night at times with her as she's needs to go out every hour with a bad tummy. So I was apprehensive to say the least. But I needn't have worried, we followed the plan to change over very carefully and now she is totally on Pedigree and she absolutely loves it and we have had absolutely no tummy issues at all. The pouches are the biggest hit, she wasn't remotely excited about her previous food, she would eat coz she had to but you could tell she wasn't thrilled about it, with this new diet she literally throws her bowl around the kitchen until we get her food, and tucks in straight away until it's all gone. The treats are fantastic, really helped with training (she can be quite full in being a spaniel!) but the dentastix haven't gone down quite as well so I've been careful how much of those to give her.

Q3. In future, how likely are you to consider regularly feeding the full Pedigree® diet that your dog tested to your dog? If not the full diet, which particular products would you consider and why?
I would absolutely continue with the dry food and the pouches and the treats, seeing how much she enjoys them I don't think we could go back to the old diet!

Q4. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
I definitely would as its been such a success for us.

Q5. What were your overall impressions of the Pedigree® Tracks app?
It was useful in its own way, reassuring re the exercise factor but I don't really need apps like this to keep track of the kinds of things it did.

Q6. If it came up in conversation, would you recommend Pedigree® Tracks to other dog owners? If so, why? If not, why not?
I probably wouldn't unless they were particularly into apps and things like this as I think it is a bit time consuming when you can work out stuff yourself.

[HappyMum4]

Forgot to add we have a 2 year old cocker spaniel called Elsa!