Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Healthy Weight Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, 15-lb bag
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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula was created for the health and well-being of dogs. All formulas start with real meat, whole grains, garden veggies and fruit, plus added LifeSource Bits, a precise blend of nutrients that have been enhanced with a Super 7 package of antioxidant-rich ingredients. This Small Breed Healthy Weight Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe features delicious, protein-rich deboned chicken and is formulated with a precise blend of proteins and carbohydrates to meet a smaller dog's higher energy needs without the extra calories.
Key Benefits- Increased, high-quality proteins and carbs for higher energy needs and L-Carnitine for lean muscle development as well as reduced calories from fat
- Unique "small breed" kibble for smaller jaws that promotes tartar removal
- Glucosamine for joint health and mobility and Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat
- Vitamins, chelated minerals and antioxidants for immune system health
- No corn, wheat, soy or chicken (or poultry) by-product meals
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Item Number84998
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Weight15.0 pounds
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BrandBlue Life Protection
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LifestageAdult
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Breed SizeExtra Small & Toy Breeds, Small Breeds
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Food FormDry Food
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Special DietWeight Control, No Corn No Wheat No Soy
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Pea Starch, Peas, Oatmeal, Menhaden Fish Meal (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Pea Fiber, Pea Protein, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (Source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Tomato Pomace, Powdered Cellulose, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Dl-Methionine, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Garlic, L-Carnitine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice For Color, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, 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, Taurine, Chondroitin 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 Content3,306 kcal/kg, 345 kcal/cup
Guaranteed Analysis: | |
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Crude Protein | 25.0% min |
Crude Fat | 10.0% min |
Crude Fiber | 8.0% max |
Moisture | 10.0% max |
Calcium | 1.1% min |
Phosphorus | 0.8% min |
Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 0.3% min |
Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 2.0% min |
L-Carnitine | 100 mg/kg min |
Glucosamine | 400 mg/kg min |
Chondroitin Sulfate | 300 mg/kg min |
Weight of Dog | Weight Reduction (cups) | Weight Maintenance (cups) |
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Up to 5 lbs | 1/4 - 1/2 | 1/3 - 1/2 |
6 - 10 lbs | 1/2 - 3/4 | 1/2 - 1 |
11 - 15 lbs | 3/4 - 1 | 1 - 1 1/4 |
16 - 20 lbs | 1 - 1 1/4 | 1 1/4 - 1 3/4 |
21 - 25 lbs | 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 | 1 3/4 - 2 |
26 - 30 lbs | 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 | 2 - 2 1/4 |
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.

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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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First time with Blue Buffalo
By Diane on Dec 28, 2020
The last 44 years we shared our home with numerous of our fur family members. This last year our two Australian Shepherd’s have not been satisfied with the food we have always used. So we purchased Blue Buffalo dry & wet food and they both love it! They are satisfied, happy, and now have a full belly at each meal! We love our two fur babies and want nothing but the very best for them! That’s why we choose Blue Buffalo!
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My small dogs love this!
By Judi on Jan 12, 2021
My small Yorkie and Morkie love this bite-sized food! From the moment they tasted the first morsel, they have gobbled it up every meal! Excellent food!
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Awesome Food
By Patti on Nov 24, 2020
We tried this for first time for my 3 dogs, they all -LOVE it and is a much healthier food than their previous one! SO grateful to the Chewey rep who suggested it to me!
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My dog loves this food
By Aida on Oct 2, 2020
My Chi usually rejects dry dog food but, she actually likes this one. We have been trying to get her to lose weight. She is a Chihuahua Mix that weighed 18.9 lbs. at her last annual exam. The Vet wants her down to 16 lbs. This food has helped and she is almost at her goal. She weighs 16.4 lbs now. We will continue to buy this food,
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Dogs love this food!
By Ginia on Nov 16, 2020
We were having issues with formulas being changed and dogs getting sick so we tried this Blue Buffalo formula. The dogs love this food and no more throw-ups.
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Best Food Ever
By KacyLoveChanceAngel on Nov 24, 2020
My babies are quite greedy and I had to put them on low weight food to help maintain their weight. They love this food very much
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Noooo not a diet!!!!!
By Tamberlin on Sep 30, 2020 Top 100 Contributor
Much puppy angst as we switch them from their normal Blue Buffalo to this weight management one but they are eating it. They’ve always gotten a small scoop of dry mixed into half a little tray of wet. They just dont like being on a diet period :D
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It a good dog food but...
By lahpetchonka5199 on Aug 8, 2020
My little man is not that fond of fish or fish meal. He will eat it reluctantly only if mixed really well with a wet food that hides the taste; he won’t eat the individual morsels that fall of the wet food. My boy is really picky about what he likes and is willing to eat. When I tried to give him the dry without wet food he just gives me a look like you expect me to eat this; he’s a funny little man:-)
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Love blue buffalo No question about it!
By trinity1 on Aug 1, 2020
My 3 in Half year old Chiwinne Absolutely Loves This Stuff. He used to be Extremely Difficult to feed. Now he's Always wanting more. I feel comfortable with the Ingredients in Blue buffalo dog food. I feed all my dogs Blue buffalo. They come running when they hear me say Food time!
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Compassion
By Beagle on Dec 1, 2020
My beagle loves it. She was on reg Blue Buffalo, but needs to lose some weight.