Pedigree Recalls Dog Food Due to Hazardous Contaminants

What I wish I knew before switching foods

I used to change kibble whenever a bag ran low, then wonder why stool quality swung for a week. One change at a time would have saved us both stress.

Measuring with a kitchen scale—not a scoop—showed me we were overfeeding by nearly twenty percent. Small adjustments beat dramatic diet overhauls.

I weighed portions for two weeks before changing brands, and that made pedigree recalls dog food due to hazardous contaminants much easier to judge.

Track stool, energy, and weight for a few days before deciding whether a feeding change is working.

Key Points

Mars Petcare US, Inc. has voluntarily recalled two lots of PEDIGREE® High Protein Chopped Chicken Duck Flavor Wet Dog Food after discovering products that were intended for destruction may have been fraudulently diverted and sold in the United States.

According to the company, the affected cans may contain sharp metal and plastic foreign material that could pose a serious hazard to dogs if consumed.

Pet owners who purchased this product should stop feeding it immediately and check the lot codes listed below.

Details

Mars Petcare US, Inc. said the two affected lots did not meet the company s strict safety and quality standards and had been sent to a third-party vendor for destruction. However, the company later discovered the products appear to have been fraudulently diverted and sold into the U.S. marketplace instead of being destroyed.

Because the recalled cans may contain sharp pieces of metal and plastic, Mars voluntarily issued the recall to help prevent potential injuries to dogs.

The company is working with authorities to determine how the products entered the marketplace and is committed to helping consumers identify and remove the affected products from use.

No other PEDIGREE products or Mars Petcare US, Inc. products are affected by this recall.

Additional Context

The recalled products may contain sharp pieces of metal and plastic that could injure dogs if consumed. Foreign objects like these can create serious health risks ranging from choking to cuts inside the mouth, throat, stomach, or intestines.

In some cases, swallowed foreign material can also cause intestinal blockages that may require emergency veterinary treatment. Signs of a problem can include vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, drooling, difficulty swallowing, lethargy, or changes in bowel movements.

If your dog has eaten the recalled product and shows any signs of illness or discomfort, contact your veterinarian immediately.

At the time of the recall announcement, Mars Petcare reported that no pet illnesses or injuries related to the affected products had been reported.

Website: https://www.pedigree.com/update

Source: FDA recall notice (July 2, 2026)

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For education only—not veterinary advice. Contact your vet if appetite, stool, or energy changes concern you.

Reading labels beyond marketing

Look for an AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement for your dog's life stage. "Human grade" and "natural" are marketing terms, not legal nutrition guarantees.

Compare guaranteed analysis on a dry-matter basis when evaluating two foods with different moisture levels.

Portions and body condition

Run hands along the ribs—you should feel them with light pressure without a thick fat pad. Adjust portions every two weeks based on trend, not a single weigh-in.

Treats should stay under ten percent of daily calories unless your trainer uses food for structured sessions.

Transitioning foods safely

Sudden switches often cause loose stool. Mix increasing amounts of the new food over seven to ten days while watching appetite and energy.

If vomiting or bloody stool appears, stop the transition and contact your veterinarian.

Special cases

Pregnant, nursing, or working dogs may need different calories than couch companions of the same weight.

Dogs with kidney, liver, or urinary disease need prescription diets—do not rely on general articles for those cases.