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FirstMate Turkey & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Dog Food

FirstMate Turkey & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
British Columbia, Canada
Parent company
FirstMate Pet Foods
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.63
Primary proteins

Ingredients

Boneless Turkey Water Sufficient For Processing Rice Minerals (Salt Calcium Carbonate Monodicalcium Phosphate Choline Chloride Potassium Chloride Zinc Proteinate Iron Proteinate Copper Proteinate Manganese Proteinate Calcium Iodate) Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement Niacin Vitamin A Supplement Thiamine Mononitrate Riboflavin Biotin Vitamin B12 Supplement Folic Acid Vitamin D3 Supplement D-Calcium Pantothenate) Taurine Kale Blueberries Raspberries Cranberries Carrots

Breed sizes

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

Overall Score

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57%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 42%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 50%
? 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 66%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 58%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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: 8%

Fat: 8%

Fiber: 0.5%

Moisture: 74%

Ash: 2%

Carb: 7.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 30.77%

Fat: 30.77%

Fiber: 1.92%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 28.85%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 22.9%

Fat: 55.62%

Carb: 21.47%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • To our knowledge, FirstMate has never had a product recall
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
  • Free of plant-based thickeners
  • Contains a limited number of ingredients
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates

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 Turkey & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Boneless Turkey Water Sufficient. Boneless Turkey Water Sufficient is Turkey meat sourced from cage-free turkey. This meat is rich in protein, vitamins B, and low in fat. Boneless Turkey Water Sufficient when mixed with other pet dry foods helps promotes muscle development.

The second ingredient is Taurine Kale Blueberries Raspberries Cranberries Carrots.

When we analyzed the ingredients in FirstMate Turkey & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.32

Market Price avg.

$0.38

% From the Avg

-16%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.05

Market Price avg.

$1.36

% From the Avg

-23%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.63

Market Price avg.

$0.81

% From the Avg

-22%

FirstMate Turkey & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Dog Food is priced below the average market price for wet dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.

With that in mind, we’ve compared FirstMate Turkey & Rice Formula Cage-Free Canned Dog Food to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

30.77%

All Products avg.

42.93%

% From the Avg

-28%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

30.77%

All Products avg.

22.91%

% From the Avg

+34%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

1.92%

All Products avg.

7.12%

% From the Avg

-73%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

28.85%

All Products avg.

26.28%

% From the Avg

+10%

Analysis Overview

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

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