Cesar Loaf & Topper in Sauce Filet Mignon Flavor with Bacon & Potato Grain-Free Small Breed

Loaf & Topper in Sauce Filet Mignon Flavor with Bacon & Potato Grain-Free Small Breed

Cesar

#74 of 215 $0.40/oz

$0.70–$1.00/oz

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At a Glance

3 named protein sources in the top ingredients

Named proteins like "chicken" or "salmon" tell you exactly what your pet is eating. Vague labels like "meat meal" leave you guessing.

Better price than 93% of similar foods

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

Soy Protein

Soy is one of the more common food allergens in dogs and contains phytoestrogens... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • White et al. 2004, Am J Veterinary Research (T4 increase in cats on soy)
  • Redmon et al. 2016, Xenobiotica (cats bottom 3 of 13 species for clearance)
  • Court & Freeman 2002, Am J Veterinary Research (soy in 57% of cat foods)
  • van Hoek et al. 2015, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (critical review)
  • Mueller et al. 2016, BMC Veterinary Research (canine allergen prevalence)
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 196 similar dog toppers

Protein (dry-matter) 47.1%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 43%
Fat (dry-matter) 26.5%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 31%
Fiber (dry-matter) 5.9%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 47%
Moisture 83

Moisture

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

Top 22%
Nutrient Transparency 0.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

Top 60%

Ingredients

Compared to 196 similar dog toppers

Named Protein Sources 3

Named Protein Sources

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

Top 25%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

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

Top 45%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

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

Bottom 50%
Ingredient Simplicity 34

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 92%
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 66%
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 49%

Full Ingredient List

Beef, Chicken Broth, Water, Chicken Liver, Pork By-Products, Beef Lung, Bacon, Potato, Chicken Heart, Calcium Carbonate, Soy Flour, Added Color, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Carrageenan, Potassium Chloride, Dried Yam, Magnesium Proteinate, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, dl-Methionine, Salt, Erythorbic Acid (Preservative), Filet Mignon Flavor, Zinc Sulfate, Natural Flavor, Vitamin E Supplement, Monocalcium Phosphate, Sodium Nitrite (For Color Retention), Red #3, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide

Calories

877 kcal/kg Energy density
88 kcal/tray Per serving

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