Acana Highest Protein Grasslands Dry Cat Food FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food
FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.5. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Acana Highest Protein Grasslands Dry Cat Food and FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 18, 2026 |
Verified Jul 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.5 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
36.00% | 36.00% |
| Fat | 18.00% | 16.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 4.00% |
| Calcium | 1.90% | 2.00% |
| Phosphorus | 1.30% | 1.30% |
| Omega-3 | 0.80% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 3.00% | Not listed |
| Taurine | 0.10% | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3850 kcal/kg | 3430 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Duck, chicken, eggs, chicken meal, turkey meal, catfish meal, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, chicken fat, turkey, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, pea starch, chicken liver, quail, fish oil, duck meal, lentil fiber, chicken hearts, natural chicken flavor, duck liver, freeze-dried turkey, choline chloride,whole cranberries,whole pumpkin, collard greens, whole pears, whole apples, dried kelp, zinc proteinate, vitamin E supplement, mixed tocopherols (preservative), taurine, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin A acetate, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, biotin, copper proteinate, DL-methionine, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product. Show full list Show less |
Duck Meal, Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Blueberries, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium selenite, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Kale, Rosemary extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | Yes |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Skin coat health, Heart care, Eye health | Urinary care, Antioxidant support, Sensitive stomach |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Yes |
| Life stages | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
No | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Duck
- Chicken Fat
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.5 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Duck, Chicken Fat.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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