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Atavik vs Pedigree: which treats wins for dogs?
Atavik B (77/100) vs Pedigree B (75/100). Atavik leads by 2 points on the PetFoodRate methodology. Full ingredient and sub-score breakdown.
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Atavik wins: 77/100 (Good) against 75/100 for Pedigree.
5-dimension score breakdown
PetFoodRate scores every product on five independent dimensions. Here's how Atavik and Pedigree compare on each one.
| Dimension | Atavik | Pedigree |
|---|---|---|
| Proteins | B | B |
| Nutrition balance | B | C |
| Undesirables | A | A |
| Transparency | C | D |
| Adaptability | B | B |
| Total score | 77/100 | 75/100 |
Scores are deterministic and based on ingredient composition only. Read our full methodology to understand how each dimension is weighted.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Atavik or Pedigree better for dogs?
Atavik scores 77/100 (grade B, good) vs 75/100 (grade B) for Pedigree on the PetFoodRate methodology. Atavik is the better choice based on protein quality, nutrition balance, undesirables, transparency, and species adaptability combined.
What's the difference between Atavik and Pedigree treats for dogs?
Atavik treats (77/100) sub-scores: proteins B, nutrition B, undesirables A, transparency C, adaptability B. Pedigree treats (75/100) sub-scores: proteins B, nutrition C, undesirables A, transparency D, adaptability B.
Which is healthier for my dog, Atavik or Pedigree?
Atavik ranks higher on the PetFoodRate independent methodology (77/100 vs 75/100). For a healthier dog diet based on protein quality and absence of undesirable additives, Atavik is the safer pick.