American Natural Premium Grain-Free Duck Meal and Pork Meal Dry Dog Food FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Pumpkin Formula Dry Dog Food
FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Pumpkin Formula Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 7.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
American Natural Premium Grain-Free Duck Meal and Pork Meal Dry Dog Food and FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Pumpkin Formula Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
7.8 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
28.00% | 26.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 12.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 8.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.60% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3120 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Low |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Duck meal, peas, potatoes, pea flour, pork meat meal, salmon oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), safflower oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), tomato pomace, vegetable broth, flaxseed, potassium chloride, carrots, celery, parsley, lettuce, spinach, salt, chicory root extract, yucca schidigera extract, sodium selenite, folic acid, Vitamins [vitamin A acetate, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, choline bitartrate, niacin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate, riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin], Minerals [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, magnesium sulfate, copper sulfate, cobalt carbonate, calcium iodate, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, magnesium proteinate, cobalt proteinate], sorbic acid (preservative), dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium longum fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Pediococcus acidilactici fermentation product. Show full list Show less |
Duck Meal, Burbank Potato, Norkotah Potato, Pumpkin, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Brewer's Dried Yeast, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Blueberries, Raspberries, Cranberries, Threonine, 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 Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | Yes |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Immune support, Skin coat health, Joint care | Digestive health, Antioxidant support, Allergy 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. |
Not indicated | Yes |
| Life stages | Not listed | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | 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
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Pumpkin Formula Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.6 to 7.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Duck, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
American Natural Premium Grain-Free Duck Meal and Pork Meal Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status; FirstMate Cage Free Duck Meal & Pumpkin Formula Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced.
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