FirstMate Chicken Meal With Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken and Fish Freeze-Dried Cat Food
Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken and Fish Freeze-Dried Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.4. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
FirstMate Chicken Meal With Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food and Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken and Fish Freeze-Dried Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
36.00% | 40.00% |
| Fat | 16.00% | 14.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 3.50% |
| Calcium | 2.00% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 1.60% | Not listed |
| Taurine | 0.20% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 6.00% |
| Calories | 3460 kcal/kg | 3867 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken Meal, Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Whole Blueberries, phosphoric acid, DL-Methionine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium selenite, 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), Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Taurine, Yeast Extract, Kale, Rosemary extract Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Pollock, Chicken Liver, Potatoes, Flax, Carrots, Apples, Cranberries, Blueberries, Taurine, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Phosphorous, Zinc Proteinate, Potassium Chloride, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Magnesium Chloride Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Urinary care, Sensitive stomach, Antioxidant support, Allergy support | Sensitive stomach, Digestive health, Appetite support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Stew |
| Processing | Not listed | Freeze Dried |
| 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 | Not indicated |
| Life stages | All Life Stages | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Not listed |
| 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.
- Chicken
- Potato
- Blueberry
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken and Fish Freeze-Dried Cat Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.4 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Potato, Blueberry.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
FirstMate Chicken Meal With Blueberries Formula Dry Cat Food is labeled complete and balanced; Grandma Lucy's Artisan Chicken and Fish Freeze-Dried Cat Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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This is a neutral, factual comparison, not a ranking or an endorsement of either product. A food's guaranteed analysis gives legal minimums and maximums for a few nutrients, not measured values. No one can pay for placement or a higher score.
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