FirstMate Grain Friendly Chicken & Ocean Fish Dry Cat Food - Cat & Kitten
Dry food for cats · Puppy · by FirstMate
We have not seen this label’s AAFCO statement yet.
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What to watch for
- Fish meal Low risk
Rendered fish. A concentrated protein, but 'fish' does not name the species, so it is harder to avoid if your dog reacts to a particular fish. - Sodium tripolyphosphate Low risk
A phosphate used for texture and, in dental chews, to reduce tartar. It adds phosphorus, which matters for dogs with kidney disease. - Calcium propionate Low risk
A mould inhibitor used in baked treats. Regulators consider it safe at normal levels. - Copper sulfate Low risk
A source of copper, an essential trace mineral. Some breeds accumulate copper in the liver, and vets have raised concern that some dog foods supply more than dogs need.
What it does well
- Named meat first
First ingredient is fish meal. - Taurine added
Cats need taurine in their diet; this label lists it.
Ingredients
Ocean Fish Meal, Chicken Meal, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Phosphoric Acid, DL-Methionine, Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Blueberries, Raspberries, Cranberries, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Kale, Yeast Extract
Guaranteed analysis
| Crude protein (min) | 32% |
|---|---|
| Crude fat (min) | 19% |
| Crude fiber (max) | 3.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 10% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.5% |
| Calories | 3,663 kcal/kg, 568 kcal/cup |
What the label cannot tell you
- Ingredient order is by weight before cooking; fresh meat counts water.
- Mineral levels are not printed on this label.
- We could not find the AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement for this product. Scan the bag to confirm it is complete and balanced.
Sizes and barcodes
- FirstMate Grain Friendly Chicken & Ocean Fish Dry Cat Food - Cat & Kitten / 11 lb UPC 072318200205
- FirstMate Grain Friendly Chicken & Ocean Fish Dry Cat Food - Cat & Kitten / 5 lb UPC 072318200144
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