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Free Range Grass Fed Lamb & Blueberries Treats
FirstMate

Free Range Grass Fed Lamb & Blueberries Treats

Verified Aug 26, 2026

Dog · Treat All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

These crunchy dog treats are meat-focused, using lamb meal as the main ingredient with potato as the carbohydrate source. They’re grain free, pea free, and limited ingredient, which can be helpful for dogs that do better on simpler recipes. With added chicken fat and blueberries, they offer a tasty, higher-protein option for training or occasional rewarding alongside a complete diet.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

Top Pick

This is a high-quality, limited-ingredient lamb-based treat that works well for most dogs as a training reward or occasional snack. The protein and fat levels are quite good for a biscuit-style treat, and the ingredient list is short and straightforward. It’s best suited for dogs who tolerate lamb and chicken well and are already eating a complete and balanced main diet.

Calorie and portion clarity 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Diet & Compliance
Limited Ingredient
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Lamb meal as the first ingredient provides a concentrated, high-quality animal protein source for a treat.
  • Limited-ingredient, grain-free, pea-free formula can be helpful for dogs that need simpler recipes or are avoiding certain carbohydrates.
  • Moderate protein (30%) and fat (12%) levels are relatively high for a biscuit-style treat, making it more nutritionally dense than many cookies.
  • Includes whole blueberries as a source of natural antioxidants, and uses mixed tocopherols as a safe, natural preservative for the chicken fat.

Considerations

  • Contains both lamb and chicken fat, so it’s not suitable for dogs with lamb or chicken fat allergies or strict single-protein elimination diets.
  • As with all treats, calories (about 5 per treat) need to be counted toward the daily total, especially for dogs prone to weight gain.
  • This is not a complete and balanced food, so it should only be used alongside a nutritionally complete main diet, not as a meal replacement.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Lamb Meal, Burbank Potato, Norkotah Potato, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Whole Blueberries, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Rosemary extract

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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02
Burbank Potato
Burbank potato is a variety of cooked white potato used in pet foods primarily as a digestible carbohydrate source and binder, contributing starch, some dietary fiber, potassium and B vitamins and often serving as a grain‑free alternative. It is generally well tolerated but is high in digestible carbohydrates (so may be unsuitable for obese or diabetic pets) and should always be cooked because raw or green potatoes can contain solanine, a naturally occurring toxin.
03
Norkotah Potato
Norkotah potato is a cultured potato variety used in pet foods primarily as a digestible carbohydrate and source of dietary fiber, starch, vitamin C and potassium while contributing low fat and good palatability. Cooked potatoes are commonly included in limited-ingredient or grain-free formulas and are generally well tolerated by dogs (and in small amounts by cats), but they are high‑glycemic so should be used cautiously in overweight or diabetic pets and never fed raw because of solanine and reduced digestibility.
04
Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is used in dog and cat foods as a concentrated energy and flavor source that supplies essential fatty acids (notably linoleic acid) and aids absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, improving palatability and supporting skin and coat health. Because it is calorie‑dense, diets must account for added fat to prevent weight gain, and quality (proper rendering and antioxidant protection to prevent rancidity) is important; although fats are less commonly allergenic than proteins, pets with poultry sensitivities may still react in some cases.
05
Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
30.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
12.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3138
kcal / Kg
5
kcal / Treat
Low
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Crunchy
Food type Treat

Brand

FirstMate is the flagship brand of FirstMate Pet Foods, offering premium, grain-free and limited-ingredient diets for dogs and cats. The brand focuses on nutrition, sustainability, and ingredient traceability, appealing to pet owners looking for high-quality, family-made Canadian pet food.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name FirstMate Pet Foods
Parent company Nasta Pet Food
Founded 1989
Headquarters North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country Canada
Manufacturing region British Columbia
Manufacturing oversight

FirstMate Pet Foods owns and operates its own manufacturing facilities, ensuring complete control over production, quality, and safety standards. The company complies with HACCP and ISO safety and quality standards and follows CFIA and FDA guidelines.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for FirstMate Free Range Grass Fed Lamb & Blueberries Treats.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has FirstMate ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for FirstMate. We 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.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We 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.