FirstMate Cat Food Reviews 2022 (0 recipes)

FirstMate Cat Food Review

Company HQ

British Columbia, Canada

Parent company

FirstMate Pet Foods

Sourcing and Manufacturing

Canada

Type of food

Dry Cat Food, Dry Kitten Food, Wet Cat Food

Ratings

69%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 70%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 71%

? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%

? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 59%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 65%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 47%

Where to Buy

13 recipes available View

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Pros

To our knowledge, FirstMate has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Affordable
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

Cons

Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Lower than average protein content

Brand Overview

FirstMate pet foods are made with natural ingredients, without GMOs, binders, or artificial colors. The company offers a complete line of wet and dry foods for dogs and cats of all life stages. Many FirstMate pet foods are grain-free. Limited ingredient recipes are available.

How Much Does FirstMate Cat Food Cost

We’ve compared FirstMate cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$4.39	$4.27	+3%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.27	$0.26	+4%
Price per day	$0.16	$0.16	0%

FirstMate Dry Cat Food is priced within the average market price for cat food.

Dry Kitten Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$3.04	$4.54	-33%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.18	$0.26	-31%
Price per day	$0.11	$0.16	-31%

FirstMate Dry Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.48	$0.51	-6%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.80	$2.10	-14%
Price per day	$1.08	$1.26	-14%

FirstMate Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

FirstMate Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared FirstMate cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	41.85%	38.82%	+8%
DM Fat	17.04%	16.74%	+2%
DM Fiber	4.07%	5.11%	-20%
DM Carb	28.15%	38.00%	-26%

Dry Kitten Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	35.56%	40.93%	-13%
DM Fat	21.11%	20.41%	+3%
DM Fiber	3.89%	4.05%	-4%
DM Carb	29.44%	32.98%	-11%

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	46.80%	52.92%	-12%
DM Fat	21.40%	17.74%	+21%
DM Fiber	2.12%	6.38%	-67%
DM Carb	20.80%	13.98%	+49%

All of FirstMate cat food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to FirstMate Cat Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 FirstMate has never been recalled.

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Overall Score

79%

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Cost per day $1.24

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FirstMate Grain Friendly Indoor Cat Formula Cat Food

Cost per day $0.12

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FirstMate Grain Friendly Cat & Kitten Formula Cat Food

Cost per day $0.11

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FirstMate Wild Pacific Salmon & Rice Formula Canned Cat Food

Cost per day $1.16

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FirstMate Chicken & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Cat Food

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FAQ

Who owns FirstMate cat food?

FirstMate is owned by FirstMate Pet Foods.

Where is FirstMate cat food made?

FirstMate is manufactured in Canada .

Is FirstMate AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of FirstMate recipes are AAFCO approved.

Has FirstMate cat food been recalled?

No FirstMate has never been recalled.

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