{"product_id":"firstmate-dog-grain-friendly-chicken-meal-oats-5lb","title":"Firstmate Dog Grain Friendly Chicken Meal \u0026 Oats 5Lb.","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirstMate Grain Friendly Chicken Meal and Oats is a single-protein, grain-inclusive dry dog food built around humanely raised, cage-free chicken meal paired with oats and rice. Free from corn, wheat, soy, peas, potatoes, and gluten, this formula is designed for dogs of all life stages - including large breed puppies - who benefit from a simplified, grain-friendly ingredient profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Product Snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Protein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eCage-Free Chicken Meal (Humanely Raised) - Single Meat Protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eDry Dog Food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eKibble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAll Life Stages (including Large Breed Puppy Growth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreed Size Suitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAll Breeds (including Large Breeds 70 lbs or more as adult)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eGrain Friendly - Oats and Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eDaily Maintenance, Rotation Feeding, Simplified Ingredient Diet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSingle meat protein, free from corn, wheat, soy, peas, potatoes, and gluten\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Pet Owners Choose This Food\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle meat protein - humanely raised, cage-free chicken meal provides 75% of total protein content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain-friendly formula with oats and rice - a practical alternative to grain-free diets without legume-based substitutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from corn, wheat, soy, peas, potatoes, and gluten - avoids the most common dietary allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken fat is processed to be protein-free, eliminating potential chicken-related sensitivities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAAFCO approved for all life stages, including growth of large breed dogs (70 lbs or more as adult)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-suited for rotation feeding or elimination diet trials under veterinary guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeterinarian formulated with complete production control since 1989 - family owned and operated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredient Transparency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCage-free chicken meal from humanely raised chickens leads the formula as the sole meat protein, contributing 75% of total protein. Oats and rice serve as the primary carbohydrate sources, providing the remaining 25% of protein alongside digestible, sustained energy. Chicken fat is processed to be protein-free, delivering essential fatty acids without introducing chicken protein allergens. No corn, wheat, soy, peas, potatoes, or gluten are used. FirstMate has maintained complete production control since 1989, ensuring consistent ingredient quality and traceability across every bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Positioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuaranteed analysis: minimum 24% crude protein, minimum 14% crude fat, maximum 4% crude fiber, maximum 10% moisture. Formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult). The balanced protein and fat levels support active adult dogs and growing large breed puppies while maintaining lean body condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture, Palatability, and Feeding Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard kibble format suitable for all breed sizes. Cage-free chicken meal as the sole meat protein provides consistent, reliable palatability. The oats and rice base contributes to a digestible, uniform texture. The 5lb bag is ideal for trialing the formula, smaller dogs, or households rotating between protein sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Guidance and Portion Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed according to your dog's weight, activity level, and life stage. Transition gradually over 7-10 days by mixing increasing amounts with your dog's current food to minimize digestive upset. Adjust portions as needed to maintain ideal body condition. Consult your veterinarian for specific feeding recommendations, particularly for large breed puppies during critical growth periods. Always provide fresh, clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety, Storage, and Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place and reseal after each use to maintain freshness. Always provide fresh, clean water. Consult your veterinarian for guidance on feeding large breed puppies and for elimination diet protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle meat protein - cage-free, humanely raised chicken meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e75% of protein from chicken meal, 25% from oats and rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain-friendly - oats and rice, no legume-based grain-free substitutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from corn, wheat, soy, peas, potatoes, and gluten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein-free chicken fat - essential fatty acids without allergen risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAAFCO approved for all life stages including large breed puppy growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeterinarian formulated with complete production control since 1989\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily owned and operated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirstMate Grain Friendly Chicken Meal and Oats is a clean, straightforward dry dog food for pet owners who want a single-protein, grain-inclusive option with a short, transparent ingredient list. The 5lb size makes it easy to trial the formula or rotate proteins without committing to a larger bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: FirstMate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Line: Grain Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormula: Chicken Meal and Oats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 072318101007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarcode: 072318101007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage Size: 5 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: Kibble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary Protein: Cage-Free Chicken Meal (Humanely Raised)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed Analysis: Protein min 24%, Fat min 14%, Fiber max 4%, Moisture max 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain Friendly: Yes - Oats and Rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Meat Protein: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree From: Corn, Wheat, Soy, Peas, Potatoes, Gluten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLife Stage: All Life Stages (including Large Breed Puppy Growth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreed Size: All Breeds (including Large Breeds 70 lbs or more as adult)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction: Complete production control since 1989\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Owned and Operated: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCage-Free Chicken Meal, Oats, Rice, Chicken Fat (Protein-Free), Vitamins and Minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FirstMate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48417257652453,"sku":"072318101007","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/7648\/7653\/files\/072318101007.jpg?v=1775362207","url":"https:\/\/petsperfect.com\/products\/firstmate-dog-grain-friendly-chicken-meal-oats-5lb","provider":"Pets Perfect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}