Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Large 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 Large Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe features delicious, protein-rich deboned chicken and contains glucosamine and chondroitin to help support the special needs of bigger dogs.
Key Benefits- Glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health and mobility and Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat.
- Essential 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.
- 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 Number46882
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Weight30.0 pounds
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Brand
Blue Life Protection
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Breed Size
Large Breeds, Giant 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, Pea Starch, Peas, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (Source of Omega 3 And 6 Fatty Acids), Pea Fiber, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Protein, Fish Oil (Source of Epa-Eicosapentaenoic Acid), Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Dl-Methionine, Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Vitamin E Supplement, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Garlic, L-Carnitine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice For Color, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, 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, 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 Content3,516 kcal/kg, 353 kcal/cup
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| Crude Protein | 22.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 12.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 6.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Calcium | 0.9% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% min |
| EPA | 0.1% min |
| Taurine | 0.1% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 0.75% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 2.25% min |
| L-Carnitine | 100 mg/kg min |
| Glucosamine | 700 mg/kg min |
| Chondroitin Sulfate | 500 mg/kg min |
| Weight of Dog | Daily Feeding (cups) |
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| 50 - 70 lbs | 3 1/4 - 4 1/4 |
| 71 - 100 lbs | 4 1/4 - 5 1/2 |
| Over 100 lbs | Feed 5 1/2, plus 1/2 cup for each additional 20 lbs |
Start by mixing 25% of Blue Buffalo Food with your dog's old food, and gradually increase the proportion of Blue Buffalo Food 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 Millbrook on Jun 13, 2018
After a very long period of happily feeding Pro Plan Savor Chicken and Rice I decided it was time to change foods. I think it is a good idea to do this now and then. I tried a bag of Blue Buffalo even though they had a few recalls in the last two years. My two collies and poodle ate it but not with much enthusiasm. Normally they are not picky eaters, just the opposite. One of the collies is very active and lost too much weight. I then got them a bag of Iams Large Breed and they like that very much. The young active one has gained her weight back. Fancy ingredients and promotions don't do you much good if your dogs don't like the taste. I am a big fan of Purina products and will go back to After a very long period of happily feeding Pro Plan Savor Chicken and Rice I decided it was time to change foods. I think it is a good idea to do this now and then. I tried a bag of Blue Buffalo even though they had a few recalls in the last two years. My two collies and poodle ate it but not with much enthusiasm. Normally they are not picky eaters, just the opposite. One of the collies is very active and lost too much weight. I then got them a bag of Iams Large Breed and they like that very much. The young active one has gained her weight back. Fancy ingredients and promotions don't do you much good if your dogs don't like the taste. I am a big fan of Purina products and will go back to Pro Plan after a while since Purina has the best and most consistent quality control. I know this because of independent tests on nutritional content I had run on comparing different brands of horse feeds several years ago. Only Purina was what they claimed to be ---by a long shot. … more
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By Jabpp4 on Aug 14, 2018
I love ordering from CHEWY and it coming right to the door. Thanks. We have been feeding BB to our American Lab for almost 7 years. He will be 7 in Jan. He loves the food and always wants more. When we got our puppy and even before we did my husband research best foods for him. I mean before we just bought any dog foods. I just wish that it wasn’t so expensive, but understand you pay for what you get. I started ordering from CHEWY only because the last 2 bags of food (BB) I got out of PETSMART were MOLDY and I had to take them back. We were on a trip and I knew when we got home to pick up our dog from the kennel we would need more food and it was nice to have the food come the day we arrived I love ordering from CHEWY and it coming right to the door. Thanks. We have been feeding BB to our American Lab for almost 7 years. He will be 7 in Jan. He loves the food and always wants more. When we got our puppy and even before we did my husband research best foods for him. I mean before we just bought any dog foods. I just wish that it wasn’t so expensive, but understand you pay for what you get. I started ordering from CHEWY only because the last 2 bags of food (BB) I got out of PETSMART were MOLDY and I had to take them back. We were on a trip and I knew when we got home to pick up our dog from the kennel we would need more food and it was nice to have the food come the day we arrived home. I have since talked to BB and PETSMART about the MOLDY food. We are all SUPRISED about this problem. I am sure it has been taken care of my the BB company. … more
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By Jerry on Aug 15, 2018
This is the second bag of Blue Buffalo I've purchased for my 90-lb Alaskan Malamute. Previously, I had not noticed that this variety of food was offered in a large breed formulation. I chose Blue Buffalo for its quality ingredients, specific large-breed formula, and also being grain-free. A couple times a week I mix some canned food for variety's sake, and every day at 6 p.m. when my dog hears the kibble pieces rattling in her bowl she comes running. I guess there's no bigger review than that!
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By Bentley on Jun 13, 2018
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Large Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog food is an absolute winner for our Newfoundland Bentley. Being an eleven year old Newf is just a reminder how nutritious this dog food is for our pet. Not only does he look forward to eating his meals, as owners we know we are feeding him a product that is good for him.
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By FIDO on Jul 13, 2018
I was very happy to see that BLUE started to make a chicken version of their 'Large Breed' line. The Glucosomine and Chondroiton is paramount to my Hungarian Viszla's build.. AND the food contains a high dose amount too.. Just a superior product any way you look at it. I didn't even have to go through any food changing symantics , just put him right on it and as sensitive his digestive is there was no shock to his system at all. Probably the 'Life Source Bits' like the BLUE Wilderness Large Breed he was on before this new 'Large Breed' variety BLUE now makes.
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By Jerry on Jul 29, 2018
My dogs, Lab/Rotty mix and Boxer/Pit mix LOVE this food. I had changed them for a while to something else, but they are back on Blue Bufflao! My Lab/Rotty has Addison's Disease and this food really agrees with her. Her coat looks better and she eats it with no Problem! I recommend this food!!!
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By Daisy on Jul 12, 2018
I have been feeding my boys blue buffalo for about 6 years now. When I first began using it, I noticed a vast difference in my German Shepherd within a month. His coat became thicker and had an amazing sheen to it. He had more energy and was acting like a puppy all over again. For those that state it is a pricey dog food, it is, but you get so much bang for your buck in it.
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By DavidH on Jul 16, 2018
All Blue Buffalo products appear to be a healthy, satisfying choice for our almost 100 pound yellow lab. He loves it and jumps in the air when we have his bowl ready for him. We can rest assured that he is getting something good for him with no animal by-products, etc.
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By MamaBleu on Jun 9, 2018
As usual, this food is well liked. However I am still having issues with my Female Akita eating. My Male Akita raised her for 18 months and died 5/7/18 from gastric torsion while breeding her. She morns and waits constantly for his return,. She refused to eat. I have to feed her hamburger or chicken in rice now, after her weight loss of 12 lbs. now I have added a cup of the blue buffalo to the mix and she is gaining weight back. However she still awaits his return. It breaks my heart because I morn for him to. I know how she feels except I understand that he has passed. Sad.
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By Rodg on Aug 13, 2018
My German shepard is a streaky eater. Initially, he seemed to like this brand, but that was temporary at best. I continue to search for something he consistently will eat.
