Where is FirstMate pet food manufactured?

FirstMate recipes are formulated and produced under strict food safety controls at certified facilities in Chilliwack, BC, Canada.

Is FirstMate safe for my pet to eat?

Yes. Current production batches of FirstMate meet or exceed AAFCO nutritional profiles and FDA regulatory standards.

FirstMate Pet Foods

FirstMate

Headquarters: Chilliwack, BC, Canada • Founded: 1989

Clean / Verified Safe

FirstMate is a premier dog and cat nutrition brand founded in 1989. Formulated under strict food safety protocols, FirstMate maintains an exceptional safety record with zero active Class I FDA recalls on file.

Total Recalls on Record

Last Action Date

Never Recalled

Species Covered

Dogs & Cats

Safety Verification

Regulatory Verified

Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector

Verify your specific kibble or canned FirstMate lot number against official FDA dockets.

Recall Archive & Docket History (FirstMate)

0 Documented Dockets

Verified Clean Manufacturing Record

FirstMate has zero active or historical government enforcement dockets on record. Their production facilities have maintained a 100% spotless regulatory safety record under government monitoring.

Veterinary Health & Triage Tools for FirstMate Owners

Emergency Toxicity Triage

Calculate toxin levels by dog body weight in mg/kg.

Wet & Dry Food Portioner

WSAVA calorie-balanced daily split rations.

Dog Age Calculator

AVMA weight-adjusted biological human age.

Suspect a Problem or Illness from FirstMate?

Pet owners can submit formal complaint reports directly to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Keep your packaging, lot code, and veterinary records intact.

Report to FDA Emergency Protocols

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About FirstMate Recalls

Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.

No. FirstMate has maintained a clean record with zero FDA recalls on file.

Official FDA Public Safety Notice: PawTrusty is an independent consumer pet health directory that indexes public enforcement reports published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state agricultural departments. PawTrusty is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by FirstMate or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.