FirstMate Limited Ingredient Grain Free Australian Lamb Meal Formula Dry Dog Food
Product Description
FirstMate's Australian Lamb Meal Formula centers on grass-fed, free-range Australian lamb raised without added hormones or antibiotics, making it a genuinely novel protein option for dogs who need to move away from more common proteins. About 78% of the recipe's protein comes from the lamb itself, with the remainder from vegetables, keeping the ingredient list short and the formula easy to digest.
Key Features
- Grass-fed, free-range Australian lamb, raised without added hormones or antibiotics, is the single novel protein.
- Approximately 78% of the recipe's protein comes from lamb, with the rest from vegetable sources.
- Grain-free and legume-free, with whole potatoes as the carbohydrate base.
- Antioxidant-rich blueberries, raspberries, and cranberries support immune health, urinary tract health, eyesight, and memory function.
- Does not contain chicken protein (though it does contain chicken fat, which most chicken-sensitive dogs tolerate well).
- Formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, except growth of large-size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
Ideal For
Dogs with sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken or beef, who benefit from a genuinely novel, grass-fed lamb protein source. Not recommended as the sole diet for growth of large-breed puppies.
Ingredients
Lamb Meal, Burbank Potato, Norkotah Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Tomato Pomace, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Threonine, Choline Chloride, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Taurine, Blueberries, Raspberries, Cranberries, 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-Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Yeast Extract (a source of prebiotics), Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Analysis |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 24.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 13.0-14.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 7.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.0% |
| Ash (max) | 8.0-10.0% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.8% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 1.0% |
| Calcium/Phosphorus Ratio | 1.8:1 |
Calorie Content
Metabolizable Energy (calculated) = 3,190 kcal/kg; 480 kcal per 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
Lamb remains one of the more reliable novel proteins for dogs who've reacted to chicken or beef, and FirstMate's grass-fed, hormone-free sourcing sets a high bar. The triple-berry blend is a nice touch beyond the basics, adding real antioxidant support rather than just flavor. Made in Canada.
Caution
Store in a cool, dry place. Please see packaging for the complete AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement.