This formula is ideal for cats and kittens of all-life-stages. We use wild caught herring, anchovy and sardines as the primary source of protein. The full fish is used rather than heads and frames. Our Pacific Ocean Fish With Blueberries is rich in antioxidants, low in ash and magnesium. It is also free of peas, flax and chicken protein.
Family Owned & Operated Since 1989
Complete production control
Grain & Pea Free
Wild Caught Herring, Anchovy & Sardines
Veterinarian Formulated
Crude Protein (min) | 42% | Ash (max) | 10% |
Crude Fat (min) | 18% | Calcium (min) | 1.6% |
Crude Fibre (max) | 3.0% | Phosphorous (min) | 1.2% |
Moisture (max) | 10% | Magnesium (max) | 0.15% |
Taurine (min) | 0.2% | Calcium / Phosphorous ratio | 1.3:1 |
ME (calculated) 3600 kcal/kg and 560 kcal/cup |
Weight | Senior / Less Active | Adult | Puppy |
2-5 lb (1-2.3 kg) |
1/8-1/4 cup (19-39 g) |
1/8-1/4 cup (19-39 g) |
1/8-1/4 cup (19-39 g) |
5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg) |
1/8-1/4 cup (19-39 g) |
1/4-1/3 cup (39-52 g) |
1/4-1/3 cup (39-52 g) |
10-20 lb (4.5-9 kg) |
1/4-1/2 cup (39-78 g) |
1/3-2/3 cup (52-103 g) |
1/3-3/4 cup (52-116 g) |
20-30 lb (9-13.6 kg) |
1/2-3/4 cup (78-116 g) |
2/3-1 cup (103-155 g) |
3/4-1 ¼ cups (116-194 g) |
30-50 lb (13.6-23 kg) |
3/4-1 ½ cups (116-233 g) |
1-1 ¾ cups (155-271 g) |
1 ¼-2 cups (194-310 g) |
50-70 lb (23-32 kg) |
1 ½-2 cups (233-310 g) |
1 ¾-2 ¼ cups (271-349 g) |
2-2 ¾ cups (310-426 g) |
70-90 lb (32-41 kg) |
2-2 ½ cups (310-388 g) |
2 ¼-3 cups (349-465 g) |
2 ¾-3 ½ cups (426-543 g) |
90-110 lb (41-50 kg) |
2 ½ -3 cups (388-465 g) |
3-3 ¾ cups (465-581 g) |
3 ½-4 ¼ cups (543-659 g) |
110-140 lb (50-64 kg) |
3-4 cups (465-620 g) |
3 ¾-4 ½ cups (581-698 g) |
4 ¼-5 cups (659-775 g) |
Weight | 6-11 weeks | 3-4 months | 5-7 months | 8-12 months |
3 lb (1.4 kg) |
½ cup (78 g) |
½ cup (78 g) |
½ cup (78 g) |
¼ cup (39 g) |
5 lb (2.3 kg) |
¾ cup (116 g) |
½ cup (78 g) |
½ cup (78 g) |
½ cup (78 g) |
10 lb (4.5 kg) |
1 cup (155 g) |
1 ¼ cups (194 g) |
¾ cup (116 g) |
½ cups (78 g) |
15 lb (6.8 kg) |
1 ¼ cups (194 g) |
1 ½ cups (233 g) |
1 cup (155 g) |
¾ cups (116 g) |
20 lb (9.1 kg) |
1 ½ cups (233 g) |
1 ¾ cups (271 g) |
1 ¼ cups (194 g) |
1 cups (155 g) |
30 lb (13.6 kg) |
2 cups (310 g) |
2 ¼ cups (349 g) |
1 ¾ cups (271 g) |
1 ¼ cups (194 g) |
40 lb (18.2 kg) |
2 ½ cups (388 g) |
2 ¾ cups (426 g) |
2 ¼ cups (349 g) |
1 ¾ cups (271 g) |
50 lb (22.7 kg) |
3 cups (465 g) |
3 ¼ cups (504 g) |
2 ¾ cups (426 g) |
2 ¼ cups (349 g) |
60 lb (27.3 kg) |
NA | NA | 3 ¼ cups (504 g) |
2 ¾ cups (426 g) |
70 lb (31.8 kg) |
NA | NA | 3 ¾ cups (581 g) |
3 ¼ cups (504 g) |
80 lb (36.4 kg) |
NA | NA | 4 ¼ cups (659 g) |
3 ¾ cups (581 g) |
Weight | Less Active | Active |
2-5 lb(1-2.3 kg) | 1/8-1/4 cup(19-39 g) | 1/8-1/4 cup(19-39 g) |
5-10 lb(2.3-4.5 kg) | 1/8-1/4 cup(19-39 g) | 1/4-1/3 cup(39-52 g) |
10-20 lb(4.5-9 kg) | 1/4-1/2 cup(39-78 g) | 1/3-2/3 cup(52-103 g) |
20-30 lb(9-13.6 kg) | 1/2-3/4 cup(78-116 g) | 2/3-1 cup(103-155 g) |
30-50 lb(13.6-23 kg) | 3/4-1 ½ cups(116-233 g) | 1-1 ¾ cups(155-271 g) |
50-70 lb(23-32 kg) | 1 ½-2 cups(233-310 g) | 1 ¾-2 ¼ cups(271-349 g) |
70-90 lb(32-41 kg) | 2-2 ½ cups(310-388 g) | 2 ¼-3 cups(349-465 g) |
90-110 lb(41-50 kg) | 2 ½-3 cups(388-465 g) | 3-3 ¾ cups(465-581 g) |
110-140 lb(50-64 kg) | 3-4 cups(465-620 g) | 3 ¾-4 ½ cups(581-698 g) |
Weight | Less Active | Active | Kitten |
1-2 lb(0.5-0.9 kg) | NA | NA | 1/8-1/6 cup(19-26 g) |
2-5 lb(0.9-2.3 kg) | 1/8-1/6 cup(19-26 g) | 1/6-1/4 cup(26-39 g) | 1/6-1/4 cup(26-39 g) |
5-7 lb(2.3-3.2 kg) | 1/6-1/4 cup(26-39 g) | 1/4-3/8 cup(39-58 g) | 1/4-3/8 cup(39-58 g) |
7-10 lb(3.2-4.5 kg) | 1/4-1/3 cup(39-52 g) | 3/8-1/2 cup(58-78 g) | 3/8-1/2 cup(58-78 g) |
10-13 lb(4.5-5.9 kg) | 1/3-1/2 cup(52-78 g) | 1/2-3/4 cup(78-116 g) | 1/2-3/4 cup(78-116 g) |
13-16 lb(5.9-7.3 kg) | 1/2-3/4 cup(78-116 g) | 3/4-1 cup(116-155 g) | NA |
Sylvia –
My cat is a ragdoll that was found on the side of a highway. He was neutered prior to 12 weeks and I have no idea where he came from; but boy does he have a sensitive stomach. Alfie does so amazing on FirstMate. It’s the only food I’ve had him on that doesn’t upset his stomach, so glad we found FirstMate!!
Kelsey –
My cat parker was rescued and had a very poor hair coat! I tried many many different foods over several years trying to find one to help his allergies and baldness. Finally I found first mate!!! His coat has never looked better! Not itchy anymore, no bald spots, instead he has a dandruff free, beautiful thick shiny coat! I’ve recommended to everyone
Patty –
When I first got Sammy was throwing up everything. He is a two year old cat that was over weight. We found FirstMate and he does well on this food. If he over eats he still throws up but if I feed him small amounts no problem. He prefers the fish over the chicken and he is slim and healthy and his coat just shines and is very soft.
Lindsay –
I’ve had my cat Yoshi for 13 years, and all that time he never showed much interest in his food. Oh, he would eat eventually, but he was definitely giving off an “ugh, this again?” vibe, no matter what kind of expensive grain-free food I gave him. Then a feed store employee gave me some samples of First Mate grain-free kibble. Why not, it’s free cat food. For the first time, Yoshi dove into his bowl like there was no tomorrow! He LOVES it! Loves both flavors but I opted to buy the fish flavor since I hoped the omega-3s would help my cats’ skin, and I think they’re shedding a bit less.
I finally found a food my cat likes. Just wish I’d run across it sooner, but First Mate is hard to find around here. Please don’t discontinue your grain-free cat kibble or change the formula!
Lauren –
I had to switch one cat to a different food due to unitary issues. I have four cats and ended up switching the entire clowder to this. It’s a hit! Far more filling than their last food, as well.
Ariel Parets (verified owner) –
This is the best cat food ever! It is so healthy for my 2 cats and their fur is so shiny now. I also love that this brand is ethically sourced! This is amazing in every way
Sarah Reason –
Love this cat food! I have 4 felines with various bowel sensitivities and skin conditions. By switching to the Pacific Ocean Fish it covers all of their complex needs. Plus they loooove it.
micah.carrier (verified owner) –
My kids love this food! Im so happy that I gave in and tried this out. I currently have my 2 on the Ocean Fish Meal and Blueberries. They flock to the bowl and start meowing all the time. Love that this food also has no peas what so ever. I think my kitten is allergic to peas so this food and the taste which I think my kids LOVE, is all I feed them now. I recently snagged a 10lb bag so Im happy with my recent transition.
Thank you Canada
Paul Welch –
This cat food is EXCELLENT. Our grey cat (SPCA Kitten Rescue 18 years ago) has always had a sensitive stomach and she is allergic to grain food. She is a fussy eater in her senior years and has CKD (which I later discovered comes from the usual store cat food) and usually she does not eat kibbles. She LOVES THE BLUEBERRY FORMULA and has done so much better with it. We are very proud to have a CANADIAN BC Company take the time and really care about what is in the cat food. Would give you TEN STARS if it was an option. Thank you for an excellent product.
lorraine.scura (verified owner) –
This is my cat’s second favorite after the chicken so I mix them together each day. I feel a little better if he’s eating some fish. But boy he eats the chicken as if it’s candy, he eats the fish because he’s already picked out all the chicken kibbles. Thanks for a great product.
Jonathan Sills (verified owner) –
This is hands down the best cat food i’ve tried in over 20 years of having cats. My cat Loves It! Not only that, she actually cbew this one instead of straight up swallowing it!
No more hair ball, puking or constipation.
The price is good, delivered to my doot well packaged. Keep selling it and i’ll keep buying!