Cesar Small Breed Dry Dog Food for Small Dogs, Filet Mignon Flavor and Spring Vegetables Garnish, 12 lb Bag Review

4.7 (19,500) Amazon rating$18.9810,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

Cesar Small Breed Filet Mignon Flavor with a spring vegetables garnish is a budget friendly dry kibble for small dogs, and with nearly 20,000 ratings at 4.7 stars, it's one of the most reviewed small breed foods around.

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Best for

Small breed dogs and owners who want an affordable everyday kibble with a garnish of vegetable pieces mixed in, and a formula with a long track record of reviews.

Skip if

You want a grain-free or limited ingredient diet, or you're looking for a recipe built around a higher protein percentage than a budget everyday formula typically offers.

  • Form Dry Kibble
  • Flavor Filet Mignon
  • Benefits Nutritionally Complete, Supports Small Breed Health, Prevents Plaque
  • Best for Digestive Health
  • Breed size Small
  • Weight 12 Pounds
  • Priced 49% below the category median ($37.22 across 146 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.7/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.7/5

    4.7 average across 19,500 owner ratings

  • Popularity4.9/5

    19,500 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

This Cesar recipe is built around a beef based filet mignon flavor with a spring vegetables garnish mixed through the kibble, positioned as a nutritionally complete everyday food with dental health claims aimed at reducing plaque in small breed dogs.

At $18.98 for a 12 lb bag, it's one of the more affordable options for a small breed specific formula, reflecting its everyday, budget oriented positioning rather than a premium or limited ingredient line.

The customer reviews data shows 19,581 ratings averaging 4.7 stars, and about 10,000 units bought in the past month, with a Best Sellers Rank of #23 in Dry Dog Food, making this one of the highest volume, most reviewed foods in this lineup.

Pros

  • Beef based filet mignon flavor with a spring vegetables garnish mixed into the kibble
  • Affordable price point for a small breed specific formula
  • Nutritionally complete claim with dental health support for plaque
  • Nearly 20,000 ratings at 4.7 stars and about 10,000 units bought last month, among the most reviewed foods in this category

Cons

  • Labeled a budget, high processing kibble rather than a premium or limited ingredient line
  • Not a grain-free formula
  • Detailed guaranteed analysis not listed here, check the bag for exact protein and fat content

Specifications

Form
Dry Kibble
Flavor
Filet Mignon
Benefits
Nutritionally Complete, Supports Small Breed Health, Prevents Plaque
Best for
Digestive Health
Breed size
Small
Weight
12 Pounds

Performance notes

Cesar builds this recipe around a beef based filet mignon flavor with a spring vegetables garnish mixed through the kibble, positioned as a nutritionally complete everyday food with dental health claims aimed at reducing plaque buildup in small breed dogs. It's listed with a higher processing level than some competitors, which tracks with its budget pricing.

What buyers say

With more than 19,500 ratings averaging 4.7 stars and about 10,000 units bought in the past month, this is one of the most heavily purchased and consistently rated small breed foods in this lineup, a strong signal of dependable everyday satisfaction.

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Frequently asked questions

Does this food include real meat?

Yes, it's a beef based filet mignon flavor with a spring vegetables garnish mixed into the kibble. The full ingredient list and guaranteed analysis are on the bag if you want the complete breakdown.

Is this a good option for dental health?

Cesar markets this recipe with a dental health benefit aimed at helping reduce plaque buildup in small dogs. It's not a substitute for regular dental checkups or vet recommended dental chews if your dog has ongoing dental issues.

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