Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Healthy Weight Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
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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 Healthy Weight Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe features delicious, protein-rich deboned chicken and is made without excess calories from fat to help dogs achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Key Benefits- High-quality protein and L-Carnitine for lean muscle development and reduced calories from fat.
- Calcium, phosphorus and essential vitamins for strong bones and teeth.
- Glucosamine and chondroitin 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 Number46839
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Weight30.0 pounds
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BrandBlue Life Protection
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LifestageAdult
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Breed SizeSmall Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All 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 Fiber, Pea Starch, Oatmeal, Peas, Potato Starch, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (Source of Omega 3 And 6 Fatty Acids), Powdered Cellulose, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Protein, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Potatoes, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Salt, Dl-Methionine, 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 Content3,251 kcal/kg, 326 kcal/cup
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| Crude Protein | 20.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 9.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 10.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Calcium | 0.9% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 0.3% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 1.75% 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 15 lbs | 1/2 - 1 | 1/2 - 1 1/2 |
| 16 - 25 lbs | 1 - 1 1/2 | 1 1/2 - 2 |
| 26 - 40 lbs | 1 1/2 - 2 1/4 | 2 - 3 |
| 41 - 60 lbs | 2 1/4 - 3 | 3 - 4 |
| 61 - 80 lbs | 3 - 3 3/4 | 4 - 5 |
| 81 - 100 lbs | 3 3/4 - 4 1/2 | 5 - 6 |
| Over 100 lbs | 4 1/2 cups, plus 1/2 cup for each additional 20 lbs | 6 cups, 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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Piggies mom
By Kate on May 8, 2021
This looks like a healthy formula, however, those little life protection bits get spit out by both my foodies, so they're not getting what Blue Buffalo markets as necessary nutrition. My mini daschund gobbles anything that resembles food and never leaves any sign of food in her bowl, except these little bits. I don't understand why they keep manufacturing these separately because they must taste awful and makes this food prohibitly expensive when so much nutrition and food is wasted. Won't buy again even though my dogs liked the rest of it.
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Helping with Allergies
By Mdub on Apr 28, 2021
I switched to this product for my adult dogs because they seemed to develop allergies the food I used previously. They are aging and a bit sensitive. This food checked a lot of boxes for us like healthy weight, glucosamine for joints, limited ingredients and more. So far, very happy with the switch and it was an easy transition for my dogs, too.
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Like new food
By Treats on Apr 22, 2021
I am so glad that I tried Blue Buffalo for my dog 7 years old it has been laying around alot but since she's had Blue Buffalo dog food it's giving her more energy she's running and jumping and playing she really likes the dog food and she likes the biscuits that I got her to from Blue Buffalo I'm so grateful I made this decision I should have done this 2 years ago.
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Dogs seem to like it!
By wlfrye on Apr 28, 2021
We recently had to change our brand of dog food because our oldest lab needs to lose a few pounds. Truthfully, all three of our dogs could stand to lose a few, lol. Anyway, all three of our labs seem to like it! I gave it a 4 only because they don't love it, but it's not a treat after all.
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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Weight Adult
By CaptKidd on Apr 19, 2021
We changed from her old food because as a weight control, she was gaining weight. And yes, we were following their feeding directions. The transition to Blue Buffalo was very easy. She has only been on Blue Buffalo for less than two weeks, so we will see how things go.
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No exchanges!
By BadChewy on May 10, 2021
If the rep is correct, this is bad. I ordered food and forgot to make sure it said small breed. I contacted support and was told no exchanges. Guess I will no longer use chewy. By Felicia
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Finally a food they love
By Bullylover on Mar 29, 2021
My dogs are picky and I have fed them raw diet before I have done homemade food but once COVID hit that got pricey so we went to this food after using Diamond dog food for months which my dogs ate but my older one I had to add canned to it this food now they eat right away without anything added! their coats are supper shiny and their stools are normal as well as great amount of energy and healthy weight !
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Good product
By Micki on Apr 20, 2021 top100Contributor
My mother’s dog has gotten a little heavy. He is very picky. But likes this food. Hasn’t been on it long enough to see any weight change. My cat was on this food at one time and she lost weight and maintained the perfect weight.
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The Utterly Uniformed
By Best on Mar 27, 2021
We have rescued 60-dogs over the last 30-years and recently actually bought a large breed puppy from a remarkably capable breeder so we have been through a bunch of vets and used a variety of kibble over the last 360-months. I admit I am in the farm animal feed business (cows, horse, hogs, chickens) and have access to some rather well recognized campanion animal nutritionists who are also farm animal customers. I keep getting 24-hr service from Chewy and I choose this particular kibble to get my 70-lb puppy that will gow another 100-lb over the next 14-months becasue the protein is 20-grams/feeding . Our animals are not athletes nor are they working (rescuing for example). Ours are pets. Over We have rescued 60-dogs over the last 30-years and recently actually bought a large breed puppy from a remarkably capable breeder so we have been through a bunch of vets and used a variety of kibble over the last 360-months. I admit I am in the farm animal feed business (cows, horse, hogs, chickens) and have access to some rather well recognized campanion animal nutritionists who are also farm animal customers. I keep getting 24-hr service from Chewy and I choose this particular kibble to get my 70-lb puppy that will gow another 100-lb over the next 14-months becasue the protein is 20-grams/feeding . Our animals are not athletes nor are they working (rescuing for example). Ours are pets. Over feeding protein to dogs drives gut pH up so I do not want to injure my lovable pets because I am ignorant or have chosen a vet with no large breed (horse) expertise. … more
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Good so far
By Jayelle on Apr 26, 2021
Switched to this food because my cattle dog is a little heavy. He ate it right away so I guess he likes it. Hopefully he loses a couple pounds. Happy with product so far and it's a decent price.
