Big Pet Food prioritizes profits over cat health and they pack cat food with preservatives and fillers. Smalls believes cats deserve better and uses natural ingredients and added vitamins and minerals in our food. Our recipes are cooked with minimal processing. After cooking, our recipes are then frozen to maximize freshness and shipped off to happy cats across the country.
Smalls (smalls.com) has 3,851 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5.
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2026
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It’s too expensive and my cat did not like any of the choices l ordered.
Response from SmallsJan 23, 2026
We’re sorry to hear that your cat didn’t enjoy the food and that the cost was a concern. We understand that every cat has different preferences, and it can take a little experimenting to find the recipes they love.
If you’d like, our team is happy to suggest some options that are more likely to appeal to picky eaters or discuss ways to make Smalls more budget-friendly. We appreciate your feedback and hope we can help make mealtime enjoyable for your cat in the future.
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Alyssa S.
Causes severe constipation.
Causes severe constipation. I highly recommend googling “Smalls cat food causing constipation reddit” because without diving into this search I would’ve never thought this highly rated and well regarded food would cause such severe issues. Immediately changed my cat’s diet after watching her tirelessly go in and out of her litter box with no success. Vets recommend 3-5% fiber content for daily feeding. Smalls contains only 1.5%. It should not be sold as nutritionally complete or balanced.
Response from SmallsJan 23, 2026
We’re sorry to hear your cat experienced digestive issues. All Smalls recipes are formulated to meet AAFCO standards for complete and balanced nutrition for adult cats, including protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. That said, every cat’s digestive system is unique, and some cats may react differently to certain foods.
We always recommend consulting your veterinarian when changing diets, especially for cats with sensitive digestion. If any of our recipes aren’t agreeing with your cat, our team is happy to suggest alternatives that might be gentler on their system.
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Jerry T.
13 Paws Down
We have 13 cats (9 indoors, 4 outdoors) and not one of them will eat any of this food. We know it's good for them, but none of them care. Not sure why, but we think it's the mashed potatoe-like consistency.
Response from SmallsJan 23, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We understand that every cat has unique preferences, and some cats aren’t fans of the texture of our recipes. While our meals are formulated for optimal nutrition, we know that even the healthiest food can be a tough sell for some kitties. We appreciate you giving Smalls a try and value your feedback.
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Stephanie D.
Serious Shipping & Communication Failures Putting My Cat’s Health at Risk
I’ve been a loyal Smalls customer because my cat, Sake, thrives on their food and refuses most other brands. Two weeks ago on a Sunday, I contacted Smalls about a delayed shipment. When it finally arrived a couple of days late, the food was room temperature and unsafe to feed, so I had to throw it away.
After finally getting in contact with them 3 days after trying to reach them they promised a replacement that would arrive that same week. When I checked the tracking I noticed it was scheduled for two weeks later. I contacted them immediately and still to this day no response. Since then, my cat has eaten far less than usual. Cats who don’t eat properly are at risk of serious health issues so this delay is not just inconvenient , it’s dangerous.
I’ve explained this to Smalls multiple times, but they go days without responding to my emails, and when they do, it’s with generic replies and no urgency to fix the problem.
At the time of writing this, it’s been two full weeks and the issue is still not resolved. I’ve been left scrambling to find emergency food she will eat, and I’ve completely lost trust that Smalls can deliver their product reliably or communicate in a timely, responsible way.
I expected better from a premium pet food company. If you rely on Smalls for your cat’s health, be aware that their shipping and customer service can fail you when you need them most.
I do believe in this brand. I think they have high quality food that my cat really enjoys, but it's really a shame this customer service is not helpful.
Response from SmallsJan 23, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We sincerely apologize for the delays and the impact this has had on Sake’s meals — we understand how stressful and concerning this must be for you, and it is never our intention to leave our customers without support.
Our team strives to ensure each shipment arrives safely and on time, and we take instances like this very seriously. While we work with third-party carriers, we also know we must communicate clearly and promptly whenever an issue arises. Your feedback highlights exactly where we need to improve, and we’re reviewing this situation internally to prevent similar occurrences.
We’re grateful for your trust in our food and your loyalty to Smalls. Thank you again for your patience and for letting us know how we can do better.
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MomDukes
6 times my order was not delivered
I saw the ad for Smalls on You Tube, went to their website and made a sampler order. Received a txt that order was shipped and I would receive on a specific date. On date of delivery, tracking stated out for delivery. It never arrived. I contacted Smalls and they did resend the order. The same events happened as mentioned. No order. I contacted Smalls again and again they shipped a new order. Same thing happened, exactly. Nothing arrived. I notified Smalls again and they said On Trac said my address was a business and was closed at time of delivery. I told them my address on the order was not a business and confirmed the address on my original order and it was correct. I also told them to cancel my subscription because at this point, I could not rely on a delivery and would have to purchase fancy feast anyway, so what was the point. They did and also refunded my money. They sent another order, same thing. On Trac shows out for delivery, then never arrives, then tracking shows damaged. I contact Smalls again and they sent a 5th order. Same exact issue. Never came. I contacted again and they sent a 6th order to me that was to arrive Saturday 8-2. No order arrived and tracking stated it would arrive on Sunday, 8-3. No order ever arrived. Then last night on 8-4 at 11:27pm, I received an email from Smalls that my pkge arrived. I was asleep and did not see it until this morning. But when my son left for work at 6:30am on8-5 there was not a pkge at my door. So after 6 attempts for On Trac to deliver my pkge I emailed Smalls to stop sending me an order. I no longer want to do business with them. I gave them 2 stars because they did attempt to make it right. They did refund my money and I received a confirmation email that they removed me from future orders. So I do appreciate all they did but they use a horrible delivery company that cost them a lot of money. So thanks for trying Smalls. Seems like most cats love the food, some don’t. That’s expected but my cat will never know. Very disappointed in Co.
Response from SmallsJan 23, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so sorry for the repeated delivery issues you faced — that sounds incredibly frustrating. We truly appreciate your patience as we tried to make things right, and we’re glad you received your refund and that your subscription was canceled.
You’re right — the food is perishable, and we rely on our carriers to get it to customers safely. We’re actively working with our delivery partners to improve reliability and prevent situations like this from happening in the future.
We completely understand your disappointment, and we truly appreciate you giving Smalls a try. Thank you for recognizing our efforts to make it right, even if the outcome wasn’t what you hoped for.
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Lon K.
Food was rejected by my cat
Food was rejected by my cat.
I received way too many pushy emails trying to get me to order from your company.
Response from SmallsJan 22, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear that the food wasn’t a good fit for your cat. Every cat has unique preferences, and we understand how frustrating it can be when a new food isn’t accepted.
We also apologize if our emails felt overwhelming. Our intention is to share helpful information and promotions, but we recognize that too many messages can be frustrating. You can always adjust your email preferences or stop communications.
We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve both our products and our customer experience.
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Scott C.
She loves it she hates it
We bought a sample pack and out Maine Coon loved most of it. Enough so we decided to buy the whole kits worth. Our sister also bought the same food pack and her cat wouldn't touch it. So she gave it all to us. Well there is a lot of fish and fish combinations and our Marley wont touch it. Maybe she's getting finicky but she does eat the other flavors but more and more reluctantly.
All that being said we will not be returning to buy Smalls again.
Response from SmallsJan 21, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m glad to hear Marley enjoyed some of the flavors, though I understand it’s been frustrating with the fish recipes and her growing reluctance. Cats can definitely be picky, and sometimes preferences shift over time—even for favorites!
I’m sorry Smalls wasn’t the right fit for your household in the long term. We do offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee on the initial Sampler if a cat doesn’t take to the food, so we always hope our customers can find at least one recipe their cat loves.
We appreciate you giving us a try, and we hope Marley continues to enjoy the flavors she does like. Thank you again for your feedback—it helps us improve for all our feline friends.
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Michelle B.
My cat didn’t like any of the flavors…
My cat didn’t like any of the flavors 😢. I tried everything you suggested (microwave to make it warmer, trying out little potions a time to switch to new food but she just didn’t like the flavors - especially any with the fish. I’m sure the products are great, but just couldn’t justify the price when all she would do is take one or two nibbles and then leave the rest.
Response from SmallsJan 21, 2026
We’re sorry to hear your cat didn’t enjoy the flavors—every kitty has their own preferences, and sometimes it can take a few tries to find the right fit. We appreciate that you tried warming the food and introducing it gradually—those are some of our recommended transition tips.
If you ever want to give it another shot, trying smaller portions at first or mixing in a bit of your cat’s favorite topper can help entice picky eaters. Thanks so much for sharing your experience!