Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
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 Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe features delicious, protein-rich deboned chicken and is made with increased protein and carbohydrates to meet higher energy needs of smaller dogs.
Key Benefits- Essential, high-quality protein for healthy muscle development and carbs for energy for an active life.
- Unique "small breed" kibble for smaller jaws that promote 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.
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 Number46874
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Weight15.0 pounds
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Brand
Blue Buffalo
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Brand
Blue Life Protection
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Breed Size
Extra Small & Toy Breeds, Small Breeds
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Food Form
Dry Food
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Lifestage
Adult
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Made in
United States
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Special Diet
No Corn No Wheat No Soy
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Barley, Menhaden Fish Meal (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed (Source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Natural Flavor, Pea Starch, Dried Tomato Pomace, Peas, Pea Protein, Dried Egg Product, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Pea Fiber, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Dl-Methionine, Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Garlic, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice For Color, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), L-Carnitine, 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, 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 Content3,648 kcal/kg, 397 kcal/cup
| Guaranteed Analysis: | |
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| Crude Protein | 26.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 15.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 4.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Calcium | 1.2% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.9% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 0.5% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 3.0% min |
| Glucosamine | 400 mg/kg min |
| Weight of Dog | Daily Feeding (cups) |
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| Up to 5 lbs | 1/4 - 1/2 |
| 6 - 10 lbs | 1/2 - 1 |
| 11 - 15 lbs | 1 - 1 1/4 |
| 16 - 20 lbs | 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 |
| 21 - 25 lbs | 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 |
| 26 - 30 lbs | 1 3/4 - 2 |
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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By Rugrat on Dec 4, 2018
I have 3 small long hair Chihuahuas one is 11yrs old 2.5lbs. This the only dog food she can eat without issues. She never made a sound till she was 5yrs old then she would yap sounds like Rugrat thats what I call her.. Well when she wants her food she is very demanding stands at the doorwhere the food is and yaps Rugrat loudly. Deliver is very fast excellant.
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By Dayo on Nov 26, 2018
We have two small dogs, one of which is an extremely picky eater. We struggled to get him to a healthy weight because he didn't want any dog food, but was always trying to beg table scraps. Even wet food didn't interest the pup. When we noticed he begged most for poultry we tried a few different types of chicken flavor foods. Blue Buffalo was an immediate favorite of his. Great thing is, our other dog loves it too.
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By Laura on Nov 30, 2018
I guess I didn't pay attention to the size of this product. It's a very big bag of dog food and I was looking for the 5 pound bag. I only have 1 little 5 pound dog and this will last us months! I do love the product. Good ingredients and tiny pieces for little mouths. And my dog loves it!
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By 3Chis on Nov 10, 2018
I did some research and the ingredients are good. but the dogs(3) Chihuahuas loved it as a treat at first! /then, up went their noses...That breed is as picky if not more so than my DSH cats! They don't like change......
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By Allie on Oct 22, 2018
I tried switching to a comparable brand (same ingredients,but cheaper) however my boys had a hard time chewing the other brand. Blue buffalo is just the right size for my small breed and easy on their teeth. Definitely not switching just to save a few bucks! Also seems to help with joint issues so no need to buy supplements for my older guy!
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By LeviiSkylar on Oct 28, 2018
I have a 2 year old chihuahua named Milo who is the pickiest eater you have ever met, and because of that it has made him underweight! He turns his nose to almost any food, except this one! He loves it! He's even put on a few healthy pounds since he started the food!
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By Aerial on Oct 11, 2018
My three pups, one doxie and two chihuahua, LOVE this food. My babies are very picky about their food but they eat this like it is the best food they have ever had. They had always eaten one specific brand but I wanted to change them over to something healthier for them, as they are getting older (9 years old, 5 years old and 4 years old.) I am very happy with this product.
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By Kateedyd on Sep 14, 2018
I searched high and low for the perfect dog food for my 4 miniature dachshunds. I wanted something with the added supplements and a little higher protein than what I had been feeding. I found the perfect solution with the small breed lifeprotection chicken and brown rice. They LOVE IT!, but the kibble is way too small. They eat like the hounds they are, and do not have to chew the kibble. They just swallow it whole, so I may be searching again. Considering the medium breed formula. We'll see.
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By Katyben on Nov 12, 2018
Our dogs have really enjoyed switching over to Blue Buffalo. Customer service with Chewy is awesome. We have prescription diet food for our cat, Chewy was awesome in getting it done and delivered
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By MichelleWest on Sep 14, 2018
The kibble is a nice small size for senior dachshunds who have lost teeth with routine dental work. A good selection even for my senior "medium" size mixed breed dog. I previously ordered the Small Breed Senior formula, but after two bags of "Senior", all of my dogs lost too much weight and they weren't satisfied (full) enough, so I returned to the Small Breed Adult formula and my lowriders are "filling out" again. If a small kibble is needed, I feel the "Adult" formula is better than "Senior" formula far my specific dogs.
