Recall history
We found 1 recall for Cesar brand lines since 2016, none in the last five years. Older and less related recalls count for less in our grades.
- 2016Moderate. Cesar Classics Filet Mignon wet dog food: possible plastic pieces. Source
Who makes it and WSAVA nutrition standards
Cesar is made by Mars Petcare. Here is how it answered the WSAVA questions, as reported by the Pet Nutrition Alliance:
- Employs a full-time board-certified veterinary nutritionist (DACVIM Nutrition or ECVCN), plus PhD and MS nutritionists.
- Owns 100% of the plants that make its food.
- Answered the survey and shared nutrient data on request.
- Waltham Petcare Science Institute publishes in peer-reviewed journals.
Questions
Is Cesar a good brand?
We graded 1 Cesar product (wet dog foods). The best is Classic Loaf in Sauce Variety Pack at 81/100, grade B, ranked 5 of 15 wet dog foods. Grades compare each product with other best-sellers in the same category.
Has Cesar had a recall?
We found 1 recall for Cesar brand lines since 2016, none in the last five years. The most recent was in 2016: Cesar Classics Filet Mignon wet dog food: possible plastic pieces.
Who makes Cesar?
Mars Petcare.
Does Cesar meet WSAVA guidelines?
WSAVA doesn't approve brands, but it lists questions owners should ask a pet food maker. Mars Petcare answered them and scores 25 of 25 on our nutrition standards check.
Prices, ratings and recalls checked October 2026. How we grade.