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Cesar Small Breed

Manufacturer: Cesar

Cesar Cesar Small Breed Filet Mignon Flavor with Spring Vegetables Garnish
75.2Technical Score

The Cesar Small Breed (Cesar) earned a technical score of 75.2/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (94 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (44 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 29.55% protein and 14.2% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Cesar Small Breed good?

Yes, it is a good option. Cesar Small Breed is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 75.2/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 94) and ingredient purity (IPFI 44), with 29.55% protein and 14.2% fat on a dry-matter basis.

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)94 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)44 / 100
Final Score75.2

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein29.55%
Fat14.2%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Cesar Small Breed (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein26 %
Crude fat12.5 %
Crude fiber4.5 %
Moisture12 %

Ingredients

  1. 1Beef
  2. 2Ground Wheat
  3. 3Pork Meat and Bone Meal
  4. 4Ground Whole Grain Corn
  5. 5Brewers Rice
  6. 6Chicken By-Product Meal
  7. 7Soybean Meal
  8. 8Animal Fat (Preserved with BHA & Citric Acid)
  9. 9Corn Protein Meal
  10. 10Natural Flavor

What we like

  • ✓fresh meat first ingredient

Points of concern

  • ⚠artificial colors
  • ⚠corn and wheat present
  • ⚠grain splitting
  • ⚠BHA
  • ⚠BHT
✓ Verified data

www.target.com — full ingredient list read 2026-09-03; guaranteed analysis (crude protein/fat/fiber/moisture) located via aggregated retailer search (H-E-B), read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about Cesar Small Breed

What is the technical score of Cesar Small Breed?
Cesar Small Breed (Cesar) scores 75.2/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (94 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (44 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Cesar Small Breed have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Cesar Small Breed has 29.55% protein and 14.2% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
Is Cesar Small Breed a good food for dogs?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Cesar Small Breed is "High Standard" (score 75.2/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient. Points of concern: artificial colors, corn and wheat present. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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