Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Large Breed Adult Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag
Formulated for the health and well-being of dogs, Life Protection Formula is made with LifeSource Bits, a precise blend of nutrients that have been enhanced with a Super 7 package of antioxidant-rich ingredients. This recipe features delicious, protein-rich, deboned lamb and wholesome whole grains, garden veggies and fruit. It is specially formulated to meet the needs of your large breed adult dog.
Key Benefits- Glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health and mobility and Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat
- High-quality protein and L-Carnitine for lean muscle development and carbs for energy for an active life
- Calcium, phosphorus and essential vitamins for strong bones and teeth
- LifeSource Bits for immune system health
- No corn, wheat, soy or chicken (or poultry) by-product meals
Please note this item has recently undergone a packaging and slight formula change. Customers may receive the old packaging during this transition.
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Item Number84108
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Weight30.0 pounds
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BrandBlue Life Protection
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Breed SizeLarge Breeds, Giant Breeds
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Food FormDry Food
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LifestageAdult
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Made inUnited States
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Special DietNo Corn No Wheat No Soy
Deboned Lamb, Menhaden Fish Meal (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Barley, Pea Starch, Peas, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (Source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Pea Fiber, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Tomato Pomace, Pea Protein, Fish Oil (Source of Epa-Eicosapentaenoic Acid), Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Potassium Chloride, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Salt, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Potassium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Chondroitin Sulfate, Garlic, L-Carnitine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice For Color, Dl-Methionine, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Kelp, Turmeric, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Copper Sulfate, Biotin (Vitamin B7), Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Iodate, Dried Yeast, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus Niger Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma Longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Extract, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary.
Caloric Content3,505 kcal/kg, 365 kcal/cup
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| Crude Protein | 20.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 12.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 6.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Calcium | 0.85% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% min |
| EPA | 0.1% min |
| Taurine | 0.1% min |
| L-Carnitine | 100 mg/kg min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 1.0% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 1.5% min |
| Glucosamine | 700 mg/kg min |
| Chondroitin Sulfate | 550 mg/kg min |
| Weight of Dog | Daily Feeding (cups) |
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| 50 - 70 lbs | 3 1/4 - 4 |
| 71 - 100 lbs | 4 - 5 1/4 |
| Over 100 lbs | Feed 5 1/4, plus 1/2 cup for each additional 20 lbs |
Start by mixing 25% of BLUE with your dog's old food, and gradually increase the proportion of BLUE over the next 14 days.
The Original Healthy Formula That Started It All
BLUE Life Protection Formula always features high-quality real meat, healthy fruits and wholesome whole grains. Like all BLUE foods, it's made from the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals.
Finding the Right Food for Your Best Pal Is Easy
BLUE has more breed size and life stage-specific foods than any other natural pet food. You'll find healthy, delicious BLUE Life Protection Formula recipes for toy, small and large breeds as well as puppies, adults and senior dogs
The True BLUE Promise
BLUE is formulated with only the finest natural ingredients:
Always features protein-rich real meat
NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals
NO corn, wheat or soy
A Sampling of Premium Natural Ingredients
APPLES: Good source of antioxidants, vitamin A, vitamin C and dietary fiber, which promotes overall gastrointestinal health.
SPINACH: Rich in carotenoids, including beta-carotene and lutein, and also contains quercetin, a phytochemical with antioxidant properties.
BLUEBERRIES: Loaded with vitamins C and E, healthy carbs, fiber and powerful antioxidants for immune system support and urinary tract health.
PUMPKIN: Rich in beta-carotene, vitamin A, iron, potassium, magnesium and zinc, plus a good source of fiber to help regulate digestion.
Exclusive LifeSource Bits
All BLUE dry food formulas feature a precise blend of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to help promote immune system health, fulfill life stage requirements and support a healthy oxidative balance.
Formulated to Help Dogs Thrive
Healthy Muscle Development: High-quality protein plus protein meal and egg help promote strong muscles. Small breed formulas are precisely blended to help meet small and toy breeds' higher energy needs. Large breed formulas feature L-carnitine to help promote lean muscle mass.
Strong Bones AND Teeth: Calcium, phosphorus and essential vitamins help promote strong bones and teeth. Small breed formulas feature special "small-bite" kibble for easier chewing and tartar removal. Large breed formulas contain glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint function and mobility.
Healthy Skin, Coat and Immune System: Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids help promote a shiny coat and healthy skin. Essential vitamins, chelated minerals and important antioxidants help support the immune system.
Compare BLUE Buffalo's Unique Recipes
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BLUE Basics |
BLUE Wilderness |
BLUE Freedom |
BLUE Life Protection Formula |
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| REAL MEAT | Turkey, Salmon, Duck, Lamb, Duck | Chicken, Duck, Salmon, Bison, Rabbit, Red Meat | Beef, Chicken, Lamb | Chicken, Fish, Lamb |
| LIFE STAGE FORMULAS | Puppy, Adult, Senior | Puppy, Adult, Senior | Puppy, Adult, Senior | Puppy, Adult, Senior |
| BREED SIZE FORMULAS | Small, Standard, Large | Toy, Small, Standard, Large | Small, Standard, Large | Toy, Small, Standard, Large |
| WET FOOD FORMULAS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WEIGHT MANAGEMENT FORMULAS |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GRAIN-FREE FORMULAS | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| TREATS | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| MEAT ROLLS | No | Yes | No | No |
About BLUE Buffalo
Blue Buffalo began with unconditional love and some furry inspiration from a large breed Airedale, Blue. When Blue's family started a pet food company, their vision was clear. They wanted every pet parent to be able to feed their pet with the same care they would feed family. So they created the #1 natural pet specialty food to help furry family members live happy, healthy lives. Of course, they named it after Blue.
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Only Blue Buffalo
By Denise on Feb 13, 2019
We feed our Great Dane Blue Buffalo Lamb formulas in both the dry and canned dog food. We also buy him Blue Beef treats sausages, meatballs and dental bones. (He can't digest the Chicken products.) Blue DOES cost more than other brands but it is all healthy for him and he likes the taste, so it is worth it. Why 4 stars instead of 5? My only complaint is the "LifeSource bits". My boy eats around them as much as he can, and when he does get some in his mouth he tries to drop them back out. This results in wasted food and nutrition (proper nutrition being the most important), AND little dark brown "balls" all over the kitchen floor, and a few here and there in any room he is walking through We feed our Great Dane Blue Buffalo Lamb formulas in both the dry and canned dog food. We also buy him Blue Beef treats sausages, meatballs and dental bones. (He can't digest the Chicken products.) Blue DOES cost more than other brands but it is all healthy for him and he likes the taste, so it is worth it. Why 4 stars instead of 5? My only complaint is the "LifeSource bits". My boy eats around them as much as he can, and when he does get some in his mouth he tries to drop them back out. This results in wasted food and nutrition (proper nutrition being the most important), AND little dark brown "balls" all over the kitchen floor, and a few here and there in any room he is walking through immediately after eating. I don't think it's the taste that causes him to avoid them, more likely it's the tiny size. I did some research on-line and found that we are not alone in this shunning of the "bits". I called Blue Buffalo to see if they make a similar dry food for large/giant breeds without the "bits", and was told they do not. The very nice lady I spoke with explained that even if our boy won't eat the bits he is still getting all the nutritional values he needs from the chunks alone. That being said, there are LOTS of "bits" in every bag, which means lots of waste for us. We will continue to purchase this, but be aware that if your "pup" is like ours a 30 pound bag of food will end up being MUCH less than 30 pounds of eatable product. After years of this, my husband is now working on making a sifter for us. Once he has that finished I may try weighing the "waste" to get a more accurate ratio. … more
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Lincoln loves Blue
By Nellie on Feb 2, 2019
I just acquired a new foster, who needed to put on some weight. A balanced diet has helped add some healthy weight to Lincoln. Thanks
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Picky Huskies
By NATALIE on Dec 18, 2018
I have two male huskies, which can be a little picky about their food. They like Blue dog food, I often have to change up the flavor but I stick with this brand.
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Full of Dust
By Buzz on Oct 4, 2018
Received last bag of this and wasn't pleased at all with the volume of dust particles that filled every bowl of food I prepared. It seems the bag has an extreme amount of brown granular particles as if the food had been ground up instead of whole pieces of food. Tried to shake the granular particles to the bottom of container but there is so much it just remains everywhere. Never had this issue before and hope it doesn't occur again or I'll have to try something else.
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The BEST products at the BEST company
By Caringmom on Dec 19, 2018
My dog loves the flavor of Blue Buffalo dog food. Since she has been eating it, her coat is shiny, and she’s happier!It’s an awesome product!
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Great taste less filling
By Brady on Jan 5, 2019
My german shepard loves the whole blue buffalo line just trying to find one to settle with his stomach
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Great Choice
By Bara on Jan 13, 2019
My 100lb chocolate lab loves this Blue Buffalo! Gives him a nice shiny coat as well!
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My Great Danes love this!
By Nixonandjax on Aug 13, 2018
We have tried MANY types of food for our Great Danes. They are both picky and have sensitive stomachs. I wish we would’ve just forked out the money and tried Blue Buffalo in the very beginning! Although it’s more expensive, it is worth it. My boys love the taste of both the lamb and the whitefish, and their health has never been better!
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Both dogs love Blue Buffalo
By CindyPip on Aug 6, 2018
we have 2 mutts and they both love Blue Buffalo dog food. It is really nice to have it delivered to the house every 3 weeks too - one less trip to the Pet Store! The only reason I didn't give a 5 star rating, I think my dogs would eat any dog food, for them it's all good. For me, it's healthy for them and that is really important!
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great food
By Dakota on Nov 11, 2018
My lab had flaky skin and his stool wasn't consistent now it's shiny and he's been regular
