Composition of 1st Choice food
The history of Fest Choice dry food began with the creation of food for farm animals in Canada. This business was taken up by a local family.
Subsequently, it was possible to attract professional nutritionists, veterinarians, and biologists to develop a special formula with the optimal amount of vitamins of various groups, minerals and beneficial microelements.
What is the composition based on:
- In any “bag” the main ingredient is natural meat;
- Available in a variety of flavors from chicken to lamb;
- Each serving contains minerals to improve digestion. They promote healthy skin and normal shine of the coat. Maintains the optimal weight of the pet;
- Almost no by-products based on meat flour and allergens are added;
- Preservatives and specific flavorings created from natural ingredients are used;
- Thanks to the inclusion of special substances, improved teeth cleaning is expected;
- Strengthening the immune response to various pathogens is guaranteed.
Important: The quality of the feed is controlled at every stage of production.
Review of 1st choice dog food
The Dai Lapu website has already made many reviews of super premium food from different manufacturers, today it’s the turn of 1st choice. This brand is owned by PLB International Inc, which also produces food under the Pronature brand. The production of Fest Choist food is established in Canada, a country with high quality standards and strict supervision over their compliance.
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Feed composition 1st choice
Below is a photo from the back of the package, namely the one where the composition of the 1st choice food is indicated in Russian. In first place we see lamb flour in the amount of 17%, in second place is herring flour in the amount of 12%. Note that if the first ingredient specifically states that the flour is only from meat, then in the second it can already be made not only from meat, but also from bones and other parts of the herring. No matter how it is, the food definitely contains meat and in sufficient quantities, except that fighting breed dogs need more protein.
Next we see brown rice, dried potatoes, oatmeal, etc. - quite typical ingredients for super premium food. In general, the composition is decent and it contains many ingredients that provide the dog’s body with the necessary vitamins, minerals and other beneficial substances. As they say, everything is learned by comparison, so we recommend that you look at the composition of Our Brand food and you will see how good Fest Choice is.
Pros and cons of 1st choice food
Among the advantages of Fest Choice food:
- real meat in sufficient quantities;
- rich in vitamins, minerals and other beneficial substances;
- wide range - available for dogs of different breeds, ages, etc.;
- widespread - available in most online stores;
- relatively low cost (lower than many analogues).
Among the disadvantages of the food:
- not available in all regular pet stores (but definitely available on the Internet);
Optimal portion of 1st Choice food
Thanks to its balanced composition, Fest Choice hypoallergenic food eliminates the need to use special additives.
The optimal portion depends on the dog’s weight, age, mobility and health:
- Age of the animal;
- Dimensions of the dog;
- Body mass;
- Current health status;
- Presence of chronic diseases.
An older pet does not require much energy. An animal needs a special diet after or during illness. These points are taken into account in different types of food. But it's worth talking to your veterinarian.
The average amount of food required for different dogs is indicated on the packaging.
1st choice dog food - reviews
Review of 1st choice dog food, written by Alisa from St. Petersburg. Hello! At first I fed my dogs natural food, but due to certain circumstances I decided to switch to ready-made food. The first to try were Royal Canin and Purina ProPlan, but a problem arose - either the small dog or the big one would not eat. It’s not convenient to feed different brands, so I looked further for solutions and found 1st Choice Sensitive skin & coat.
I liked the composition, much better than the first two that we tried. Previously, dogs had problems with stool from time to time, but now they do not occur. The packaging indicates that the food is produced in Canada, and on the forums everything from there is highly praised. I also join in the praise; I recommend 1st Choice food!
Marina from Novosibirsk writes a review about 1st Choice dog food Two years ago, my husband gave me a puppy on March 8th, and finally we got a pet. But along with the joy came a lot of worries, including feeding a new family member. Initially I decided that I would take dry food, it was both convenient for me and balanced for the dog. My first glance fell on the vaunted Royal Canin, but how surprised I was to see rice and corn in the first place in the composition, and if there was meat, it was not clear whose and where it came from.
It became clear that we needed to look at more expensive brands - there are very few of them in the nearest pet store, but we still managed to find a suitable one - 1st Choice. In the first place in it is meat, and not some grains. Moreover, it is dehydrated, that is, the percentage is indicated already in the finished food, and not before cooking (in this case, the water will evaporate and the real percentage of meat will be much smaller). Also, the specific type of meat is always indicated, and the composition itself is rich in all sorts of benefits.
Among other things, the puppy, who has already grown up, liked the food and now there is an option for adult dogs. In general, I didn’t see any shortcomings in this food, now I buy large 14-kg bags (it’s more profitable), but the dog is still happy and looks great!
Fest choice for puppies
The company produces several lines of dry food based on the age and size of the dog. Young dogs require special care and nutrition before they grow up, since their digestion is not ready for roughage. Therefore, it is easy to do harm with the wrong diet.
Let's consider the types of food for puppies 2 - 12 months:
- 1st Choice Puppy for small and decorative breeds. It is distinguished by the small size of the granules and the inclusion of fish fillet and lamb meat. Proteins are used that offer hypoallergenic properties. Therefore, the food is suitable for small dogs with severe food allergies. It has a beneficial effect on the formation and development of the nervous system, thanks to the addition of herring fat.
- 1st Choice Puppy for small and miniature breeds. The food contains chicken and many plant components: brown rice, potatoes, greens to create a fresh smell in the mouth, beet pulp. Thanks to a special type of granules, fragile teeth quickly develop. This food provides a soft transition from the bitch's milk to dry food.
- 1st Choice Puppy for medium and large breeds. The composition contains chicken and the optimal content of nutrients, minerals, and vitamins for the normal development of a weak organism. Contains prebiotics of natural origin. They ensure normal levels of bacteria and balance of intestinal microflora. Thanks to this, the dog maintains a high level of immunity.
- For all breeds with sensitive skin and coat. Based on lamb, brown rice, fish. These components are suitable for sensitive animals and help avoid the development of allergies. The composition includes fatty acids, L - cystine, it is thanks to them that the wool becomes soft and shiny. Despite the super premium quality and expanded range, the price of Fest Choice food remains at the level of competitors.
Dog food 1st Choice - reviews
1st Choice dry food for dogs has been sold on the shelves of Russian pet stores for a long time, during which time there have been a lot of reviews on the Internet. Below we've shared a few of the newest ones we found.
Reviews from veterinarians
On veterinary forums, direct reviews from veterinarians about Fest Choice brand food for dogs could not be found. If you are a vet. doctor and has something to say about this food - write a review using the forms below.
Customer Reviews
Natalya writes:
We got the dog from other people, and under such circumstances that we don’t know what he was fed or exactly what age he was. We started thinking about what to feed him, we had read horror stories on the Internet about food from supermarkets, so to avoid problems we chose food from a pet store and it wasn’t cheap.
We chose 1st choice for dogs of decorative breeds, with lamb and fish, 350 gram bag, price 228 rubles. Zip closure bag, easy to open and close. Made in Canada. The set of ingredients is impressive, a lot of useful things. There is a sign on the bag with the daily feeding requirements depending on the weight of the dog.
The food granules are small, convenient for small breeds like the toy terrier. The dog is active and happy, his fur is shiny. A 350 g bag is enough for a week, but this takes into account that our pet is constantly begging for something tasty from the table.
Alina writes:
We have a spaniel dog, she is one year old. First we bought Pronature original, I ate it with pleasure. Then she stopped. Next we tried Miocane, I ate it without much appetite. Over time, they noticed that the coat had deteriorated and began to look for new food again.
The third attempt was 1st Choice, so far the most successful choice - the dog eats it so much that he is envious. We'll see if the wool gets better, we'll have to wait a little. But everything else is fine.
*The last three photos are not a direct illustration of the reviews presented in our review.
Tatyana writes:
Previously, I fed my Spitz Royal, but then my friends advised me to replace it with Feist Choice, which contains more meat and other healthy elements. The dog was not against such a replacement; he eats the new food with pleasure. I buy this food at Rozetka, they have good prices. I haven't noticed any drawbacks to this food yet.
Fest choice for adult dogs
This food category includes dogs aged from 10 months to 8 years. A clear division has been proposed depending on the breed and weight of the dog:
- 1st Choice Adult for small and decorative breeds. The composition is based on chicken meat, rice, oatmeal with the presence of pearl barley. Added preservatives: tocopherol group in the form of vitamin K. Tomatoes and beets are used as a source of fiber, as they ensure the normal functioning of digestion.
- Small and miniature breeds. Based on chicken meat, vegetable substances are added to the composition: potatoes, rice, tomato and beet pulp, barley groats. Added green tea, mint, and parsley extract to improve oral health and fresh breath.
- Medium and large breeds. The base is chicken meat. The composition includes: flax seeds, dried tomatoes, beets, sunflowers to ensure normal stomach function. To maintain bones and joint health, added: chondroitin, collagen, glucosamine.
- For all breeds with sensitive skin and coat. Consists of lamb meat, herring fillet. Added ginger extract to reduce the risk of eating disorders by eliminating excessive gas and gagging.
1st Choice Dog Food Review
1st Choice dry dog food (“Fest Choice”) is produced by PLB International Inc, in Canada.
Official website - (in English), there is information about the composition of the entire line of food, recommended feeding rates, etc. This food belongs to the super-premium class. In addition to dog food, 1st Choice cat food is also available. PLB International also produces dog and cat food under the Pronature Original and Pronature Holistic brands.
Composition of 1st Choice food
Let's take a look at the composition of 1st Choice food using the example of the Adult (1-7 years) All Breeds, Sensitive Skin & Coat option (for adult dogs of all breeds, with lamb, fish and rice). You can see the composition in the image below:
On the left is a photo of the composition indicated on the packaging. On the right is data from the official website of the food.
The first two ingredients, lamb meal (17%) and herring meal (12%), are sources of protein. Since the food meets AAFCO guidelines, lamb meal consists primarily of meat but may include some skin and bone. There are no ingredients rich in vegetable protein, which means that the bulk of the 22% protein indicated in the analysis is of animal origin.
Following the meat ingredients are sources of carbohydrates - brown rice (12%), dried potatoes, oatmeal, broken rice, barley. The main source of fats and fatty acids is vegetable oil (it is not specified which one, but it is specified that it is preserved using a natural preservative - a mixture of tocopherols, that is, vitamin E), and an additional source is herring fat.
Dried beet pulp, dried tomato pulp, and whole flaxseed are sources of fiber. Flaxseed is also rich in unsaturated fatty acids. Chicken liver hydrolyzate is a natural flavoring additive, also a source of protein and other useful substances. Yeast extract is a source of mannan oligosaccharides, which are beneficial for digestion.
Small shrimp shells, crab shells, and New Zealand green mussels are sources of glucosamine, which is good for joints. Yucca extract - reduces the unpleasant odor of excrement. Sea cucumber is a source of chondroitin, which is also good for joints.
Dried seaweed is rich in iodine and other trace elements. Dried green tea extract, dried mint, dried parsley, ginger extract - these can primarily be considered spices.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of Fest Choice dog food include:
- the main source of protein is meat and fish ingredients;
- rich in vitamins, minerals and other beneficial substances;
- a natural preservative is used (tocopherols - vitamin E);
- Widely distributed and can be purchased at many pet stores.
Disadvantages of 1st Choice food:
- As for a super-premium class, there are no shortcomings.
1st Choice Adult for Weight Management
Suitable for all breeds. Based on chicken meat, oatmeal, potato flour, tomato pulp.
- Thanks to the optimal formula, it was possible to reduce the number of calories, which has a beneficial effect on a dog with a problem weight or obesity.
- These problems appear in the case of a sedentary lifestyle or improper metabolism.
Hypoallergenic food
Presented on the basis of potatoes and duck as proteins that exclude an allergic reaction, since soy, wheat or corn are not used.
- Thanks to sunflower oil and vegetable fats, a healthy coat is formed based on natural shine.
- The development and stable composition of beneficial intestinal microflora is guaranteed thanks to yeast extract.
Now we understand why Fest Choice food belongs to the super premium class.
It offers balanced nutrition for all dogs. Therefore, it became very popular in Russia.
Conclusions about Fest Choice dog food
Considering that the overwhelming majority of reviews about 1st choice dog food However, it is worth remembering that, as with any other brand, there is a small chance that it will not suit your dog, in which case, pay attention to other foods from the list below (under the price).
1st Choice dog food price
- Dry food 1st Choice for dogs 350 g - about 265 rubles;
- Dry food 1st Choice for dogs 2.72 kg - about 1140 rubles;
- Dry food 1st Choice for dogs 7 kg - about 2500-2900 rubles;
- Dry food 1st Choice for dogs 15 kg - about 4960-5400 rub.
*The price depends not only on the size of the package, but also on the food option. For example, a 15 kg package of chicken feed may differ in price by 1000 rubles from a similar one with lamb.
