Applaws Tuna Fillet Chewy Cat Treats FirstMate Indulgent Duck Cat Treats
Both score 9.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Applaws Tuna Fillet Chewy Cat Treats and FirstMate Indulgent Duck Cat Treats compared
| Attribute |
Verified Oct 11, 2026 |
Verified Aug 28, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
9.3 / 10 | 9.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
29.00% | 31.00% |
| Fat | 11.00% | 12.00% |
| Fiber | 2.00% | 3.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
27.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3167 kcal/kg | 3225 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Low | Low |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Tuna Fillet, Glycerin, Potato Starch, Chicken Fat, Fish Oil, Natural Fish Flavor, Gelatin, Fish Broth, Citric Acid (Natural Preservative). |
Duck Meal, Burbank Potato, Norkotah Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Whole Blueberries, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), Rosemary extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | Yes |
| Marketed benefits | Heart care, Eye health, Skin coat health | Allergy support, Sensitive stomach, Antioxidant support, Urinary care, Weight management |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Treat | Treat |
| Texture | Soft Chew | Crunchy |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | 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. |
Not indicated | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Not listed | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | 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. |
Yes | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken Fat
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 9.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken Fat.
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