Wellness CORE Turkey & Chicken Liver Pate
Quality-focused owners who want high-protein grain-free pate with clean ingredients
Cesar Classic Loaf in Sauce Beef Recipe
Small dog owners who want convenient single-serve portions with high palatability
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Wellness CORE Turkey & Chicken Liver Pate
Quality-focused owners who want high-protein grain-free pate with clean ingredients
Wellness CORE wet food matches its dry counterpart — high protein, grain-free, no artificial anything. Turkey and chicken liver provide excellent amino acid profiles. The smooth pate format is nutrient-dense and easy to mix with kibble. At ~$9/day it's premium-priced, and the grain-free DCM question remains the main caveat.
Strengths
- High-protein grain-free pate with turkey and chicken liver as top ingredients
- No wheat, corn, soy, meat by-products, or artificial additives
- Clean safety record with no recalls in 5+ years for wet food lines
Limitations
- Premium pricing at ~$9/day — one of the more expensive canned options
- Grain-free formula falls under FDA DCM investigation umbrella
- Smooth pate texture may not appeal to dogs who prefer chunks or stew
When to Choose Cesar Classic Loaf in Sauce Beef Recipe
Small dog owners who want convenient single-serve portions with high palatability
Cesar trays are designed for convenience and small dog feeding. The single-serve format eliminates storage hassle and the smooth loaf texture has strong acceptance rates. However, ingredient quality is bottom-tier with by-products and unnamed proteins. Best for small dogs as a topper or treat, not as a primary diet for larger breeds.
Strengths
- Convenient single-serve tray format — no can opener needed, easy portion control
- High palatability with smooth loaf texture that picky eaters tend to accept
- Affordable per-tray pricing with frequent multi-pack deals available
Limitations
- Small 3.5 oz trays mean ~$15/day for a 50 lb dog — expensive for larger breeds
- Contains meat by-products and unnamed protein sources
- Lowest ingredient transparency in this comparison — vague sourcing
