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FirstMate Large Breed Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Pacific Ocean Fish Meal Formula Dry Dog Food

FirstMate Large Breed Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Pacific Ocean Fish Meal Formula Dry Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
British Columbia, Canada ca-flag
Parent company
FirstMate Pet Foods
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.13
Primary proteins
  • Pacific Ocean Fish Meal

Ingredients

Potato, Pacific Ocean Fish Meal, Tomato Pomace, Chicken Fat* (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Fish Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Calcium Propionate (Preservative), Yucca Schidigera Extract, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Iodine, Cobalt Carbonate, Selenium Yeast), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Riboflavin, Niacin, D-Pantothenic Acid, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Yeast Extract (a Source of Prebiotics) Glucosamine Hydrochloride. New Ingredients: Ocean Fish Meal, Burbank Potato, Norkotah Potato, Tomato Pomace Chicken Fat (Mixed Tocopherols), Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Propionate Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Copper Proteinate, Iodine, Cobalt Carbonate, Selenium Yeast), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Riboflavin, Niacin, D-pantothenic Acid, Thiamine hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Yeast Extract, Glucosamine Hydrochloride

Breed sizes

size-1 Toy
size-2 Small
size-3 Medium
size-4 Large
size-5 Giant

Overall Score

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64%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 36%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 74%
? 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 71%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 84%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

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Protein: 25%

Fat: 12%

Fiber: 8%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 37%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 27.78%

Fat: 13.33%

Fiber: 8.89%

Ash: 8.89%

Carb: 41.11%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 27.43%

Fat: 31.97%

Carb: 40.6%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, FirstMate has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Since 2011 FirstMate has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of FirstMate Large Breed Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Pacific Ocean Fish Meal Formula Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Potato. Potatoes are versatile starchy root vegetables that provide carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and some fiber. In pet food, potatoes can add texture and flavor while replacing other starches. Many grain-free and gluten-free pet foods contain potatoes.

The second ingredient is Pacific Ocean Fish Meal. Pacific ocean fish meal is cooked, ground meal made from fish meat and other edible parts of a Pacific ocean fish of any species. The Pacific ocean fish meal in pet food is a source of protein, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients.

The third ingredient is Tomato Pomace. Tomato pomace is a byproduct of tomato processing. In pet food, tomato pomace serves as a source of fiber to benefit your companion’s digestive system, plus vitamins and antioxidants for their overall wellbeing.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken Fat. Chicken fat is a good source of omega-6 fatty acids including linoleic acid. In pet food, chicken fat also adds flavor, improves consistency, and serves as a source of the animal fat pets need for overall wellbeing.

The fifth ingredient is Mixed Tocopherols. Mixed tocopherols are a form of vitamin E. These antioxidants are used as a natural preservative. In pet food, mixed tocopherols help to prevent spoilage and oxidization.

When we analyzed the ingredients in FirstMate Large Breed Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Pacific Ocean Fish Meal Formula Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$3.15

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

-15%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.22

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-36%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.13

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-35%

FirstMate Large Breed Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Pacific Ocean Fish Meal Formula Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dry dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Large breed dogs can certainly have a couple of nutritional needs unique to them. Orthopedic disease is chief among them. These can include hip and elbow dysplasia and earlier onset of arthritis. For this reason, somelarge dog breed foods may contain joint health ingredients like glucosamine and omega fatty acids. The risk of bloat is also much higher for large breed dogs, and this risk can be reduced with large kibble size and foods with a lower fat content.

With that in mind, we’ve compared FirstMate Large Breed Limited Ingredient Diet Grain-Free Pacific Ocean Fish Meal Formula Dry Dog Food to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

27.78%

All Products avg.

30.14%

% From the Avg

-8%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

13.33%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

-16%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

8.89%

All Products avg.

5.46%

% From the Avg

+63%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

41.11%

All Products avg.

47.61%

% From the Avg

-14%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with low fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.

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