Product Description
FirstMate's Limited Ingredient New Zealand Beef Meal Formula is built around pasture-raised New Zealand beef, farmed without added hormones or antibiotics, as the single animal protein. Pumpkin is included for digestive support alongside whole potatoes, and the recipe carries the farm-to-bowl traceability FirstMate is known for, with true production control from its own Canadian facility.
Key Features
- Pasture-raised New Zealand beef, without added hormones or antibiotics, is the single animal protein source.
- Pumpkin is included specifically for digestive support, alongside whole potatoes as the carbohydrate base.
- Grain-free and legume-free (pea-free), with farm-to-bowl traceability on the beef sourcing.
- Antioxidant-rich blueberries, raspberries, and cranberries round out the formula.
- Chicken fat used in the recipe is processed free of protein, reducing chicken-protein allergy risk.
- Formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Maintenance.
Ideal For
Adult dogs with food sensitivities or dietary restrictions who benefit from a single-protein, grain-free beef formula with digestive support from pumpkin.
Ingredients
Beef Meal, Burbank Potato, Norkotah Potato, Dried Yeast, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Tomato Pomace, Pumpkin, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Threonine, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Blueberries, Cranberries, Raspberries, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Analysis |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 25.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 13.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | Ā 4.0% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.0% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.8% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 1.0% |
Calorie Content
ME (Calculated)= 3310 kcals/kg | 513 kcals/cup
Feeding Instructions
Serve dry or slightly moistened in a clean bowl, feeding twice daily. Use the feeding chart on the packaging as an initial guide based on your dog's weight, and adjust accordingly to maintain ideal body condition. Always provide fresh, clean water.
When transitioning to this recipe from another brand, FirstMate recommends a 7-day transition period. Begin by introducing a small amount of FirstMate with the old food on the first day, then gradually increase the amount of new food while decreasing the old food over the course of the week until your dog is eating exclusively FirstMate.
Why We Love It
New Zealand beef gives dogs a genuinely traceable, hormone-free protein option, and the addition of pumpkin is a thoughtful touch for dogs whose digestion needs extra support alongside their protein switch. A solid rotation option alongside FirstMate's lamb and fish recipes. Made in Canada.
Caution
Store in a cool, dry place. Please see packaging for the complete AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement.