Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Large Breed Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag

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  • This Blue Buffalo natural dry dog food is made with real, high-quality chicken as the first ingredient.
  • This large breed dry dog food promotes lean muscles with L-carnitine.
  • Glucosamine and chondroitin support your best friend’s joint health.
  • Antioxidants promote your furbaby’s immune system health.
  • This Blue Buffalo dog food is made with no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals and no corn, wheat, or soy.

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

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About BLUE Life Protection Formula Dry Dog Food

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.

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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Questions & Answers

30 Customer Questions


Do you have to feed your dog the same flavor all the time or can you change flavors?

Answer by jennJan 03, 2023
you can change flavors as long as it's same brand

How Manaus cups for a 110lb German Shepherd? Is there a simple chart that states so many cups per pound?

Answer by ChewyJul 15, 2018
Please see attached for the feeding instructions.

Is this grain free?

Answer by ChewyOct 16, 2018
This dry food is not grain free because it contains brown rice, oatmeal and barley. For a complete list of ingredients, click the “Nutritional Info” tab, next to the “Description” tab, just under the product photos.  

What is the fat content for blue buffalo large breed? Need a dog food under 10%

Answer by ChewyMar 19, 2018
This product contains 12% Fat.

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Digestibility

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Ingredients

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Nutritional Value

85% Positive

Palatability

82% Positive

1232 Customer Reviews



Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Yalondra on Dec 20, 2025

Dogs are not a fan

My fur babies are very picky eater so finding a food option that is healthy and they like it is difficult. Unfortunately, they didn’t like this food. This doesn’t

My fur babies are very picky eater so finding a food option that is healthy and they like it is difficult. Unfortunately, they didn’t like this food. This doesn’t mean the food is bed or unhealthy, it just means my dogs didn’t like the flavor. I may tried the lamb or salmon flavors.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Zac on Jan 11, 2026

Rodent in bag

This bag had a hole in it when I received it and I believe there was a small mouse in the bag. I found droppings in the cabinet I put the bag in also.

This bag had a hole in it when I received it and I believe there was a small mouse in the bag. I found droppings in the cabinet I put the bag in also.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Mr. on Dec 16, 2025

She eats it...

There are only three things that matter to me when buying dog food. First, does my dog like it? Second, is it easy to find? And lastly, is it reasonably priced?

There are only three things that matter to me when buying dog food. First, does my dog like it? Second, is it easy to find? And lastly, is it reasonably priced? This checks all three boxes.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kerrin on Nov 12, 2025

Fast and less expensive than anywhere

Chewy is my go to online shop for all my dogs needs. They offer discounts like no where else. Blue Buffalo keeps my dogs coat soft and shiny. He's 14 and a pit bull

Chewy is my go to online shop for all my dogs needs. They offer discounts like no where else. Blue Buffalo keeps my dogs coat soft and shiny. He's 14 and a pit bull. I truly think his longevity is due to his diet and all the love he gets.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By cheryl on Jan 14, 2026

Good Ingredients

Lucy Loved It!! She was on Blue Buffalo for her 12 years. She tolerated it well, loved it and good bm’s!!

Lucy Loved It!! She was on Blue Buffalo for her 12 years. She tolerated it well, loved it and good bm’s!!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kathryn on Dec 24, 2025

December Auto Ship

Everything came that was on my list, on the date as promised, and Tucker is so happy to have his snacks replentished.

Everything came that was on my list, on the date as promised, and Tucker is so happy to have his snacks replentished.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Gloria on Dec 31, 2025

Home Delivery Ease

We trust the Blue Buffalo brand for all 3 of our boxer dogs! From dry food to treats, they love it all!!

We trust the Blue Buffalo brand for all 3 of our boxer dogs! From dry food to treats, they love it all!!


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Teri on Oct 3, 2025

thumbs down

My dog won't eat this food. He leaves it in his bowl all day before he eats just a little portion of it and he sneaks the cat food every chance he gets. He definitely

My dog won't eat this food. He leaves it in his bowl all day before he eats just a little portion of it and he sneaks the cat food every chance he gets. He definitely gave i a paws down rating


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Patty on Oct 21, 2025

She loves it!

As always, chewy has great customer service. Very easy to change auto ship when needed. The few problems we’ve had were addressed quickly and kindly!

As always, chewy has great customer service. Very easy to change auto ship when needed. The few problems we’ve had were addressed quickly and kindly!


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Carla on Jan 13, 2026

Dog

had to change to Science Diet. Barney didn’t like Blue Buffalo

had to change to Science Diet. Barney didn’t like Blue Buffalo