Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy 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 Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe features delicious, protein-rich deboned chicken. And because puppyhood is such an important stage, it features ingredients that support healthy growth and development.
Key Benefits- Calcium, phosphorus and essential vitamins for strong bones and teeth and special "puppy-sized" kibble for smaller jaws that promote tartar removal
- DHA and ARA for healthy brain and eye development and high-quality protein for healthy muscle growth
- 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 Number46899
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Weight30.0 pounds
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Brand
Blue Life Protection
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Breed Size
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds
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Food Form
Dry Food
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Lifestage
Puppy
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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), Peas, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed (Source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Egg Product, Pea Protein, Fish Oil (Source of Ara-Arachidonic Acid And Dha-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Pea Fiber, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Dl-Methionine, Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Vitamin E Supplement, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Garlic, 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-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 Content3,686 kcal/kg, 398 kcal/cup
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| Crude Protein | 27.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 16.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 5.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| DHA | 0.10% min |
| Calcium | 1.3% min |
| Phosphorus | 1.0% min |
| Choline | 2,750 mg/kg min |
| ARA | 0.04% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 0.75% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 3.0% min |
| Weight of Dog | 1-3 months (cups) | 3-5 months (cups) | 5-7 months (cups) | 7-12 months (cups) |
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| Up to 5 lbs | 3/4 - 1 | 1/2 - 3/4 | 1/2 - 3/4 | 1/4 - 1/2 |
| 6 - 10 lbs | 1 - 1 3/4 | 3/4 - 1 | 3/4 - 1 | 1/2 - 3/4 |
| 10 - 20 lbs | 1 3/4 - 2 3/4 | 1 - 1 3/4 | 1 - 1 1/2 | 3/4 - 1 1/2 |
| 21 - 40 lbs | 2 3/4 - 4 3/4 | 1 3/4 - 3 | 1 1/2 - 2 3/4 | 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 |
| 41 - 60 lbs | 4 3/4 - 6 1/4 | 3 - 4 1/4 | 2 3/4 - 3 3/4 | 2 1/2 - 3 1/4 |
Start by mixing 25% of BLUE with your puppy'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 Puppies Grow
Brain and Eye Development: Choline plus DHA and ARA fatty acids (like those found in mother's milk) support healthy cognitive learning and retinal function.
Healthy Muscle Growth: High-quality protein from deboned turkey and turkey meal helps develop strong muscles.
Proper Bone Development: A healthy balance of calcium, phosphorus and essential vitamins helps bones grow at the ideal pace.
Dental Health: Special "small-bite" kibble is the perfect size for puppies' jaws and is shaped to help remove tartar.
Healthy Skin and Coat: Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids help develop a shiny coat and healthy skin.
Healthy Immune System: Essential vitamins, chelated minerals and important antioxidants help support immunity.
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 JayR on Aug 8, 2018
We were feeding Mooshu the chicken and oatmeal "small breed" item from Blue Buffalo and he absolutely loved it. When he got to about 4 months of age we realized that Mooshu was going to be pretty big even though he's technically a "small" breed (Cockapoo)- he'd already maxed out over the recommended puppy weight for the small breed so we switched to this chicken and brown rice version. Unfortunately he never took to it. Not that he was allergic or wouldn't eat it, but he showed very little enthusiasm for the taste and we generally had to mix it with something else - we didn't want to indulge him because nutritionally this seemed similar and just as good as the other product so we stuck with We were feeding Mooshu the chicken and oatmeal "small breed" item from Blue Buffalo and he absolutely loved it. When he got to about 4 months of age we realized that Mooshu was going to be pretty big even though he's technically a "small" breed (Cockapoo)- he'd already maxed out over the recommended puppy weight for the small breed so we switched to this chicken and brown rice version. Unfortunately he never took to it. Not that he was allergic or wouldn't eat it, but he showed very little enthusiasm for the taste and we generally had to mix it with something else - we didn't want to indulge him because nutritionally this seemed similar and just as good as the other product so we stuck with it. Anyway, after about 4 months we've decided to experiment with something else. … more
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By Chaplin on Jul 30, 2018 Top 500 Contributor
Once I started feed my dogs blue buffalo I have been so happy with it . Give my English springer spaniel puppy this food for a year then I slowly which him to the adult kind I give his brothers. This is the best food you can give your puppy that my opinion on it I have 5 dogs and they all have had this food so if your looking for good food this is it.
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By Nick on Jul 26, 2018
I felt like I needed to write a review about Chewy and their amazing customer service. I had some shipping problems with my latest order which has been fine for the past 6 months, up until I recently moved. They have been super responsive and helped me resolve the problem and made it right. I really hope other companies take note because I will continue to use them. You guys are awesome!
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By Rabbit on Aug 10, 2018
I was told when I got my puppy he was underweight and very small for his age, the vet told me to put him on soft food but instead I put him on blue buffalo, best choice I made, his fur is amazing and he’s very healthy and fat. He has so much energy, usually puppies sleep all the time but he’s constantly playing and he loves the food. I couldn’t be happier, I will never go back to cheap dog food
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By Dewey on Jul 20, 2018
I had my lab puppy on Eukanuba puppy food and he seemed to like it for a couple weeks and then just stopped eating as much, then he refused to eat at all. I slowly switched him to the Blue Buffalo puppy Chicken & Brown Rice food and he LOVES it! He can't eat it fast enough! He has more energy and his stomach seems to tolerate it better. Can't say enough good things about this food.
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By Megs8583 on Jul 29, 2018
We switched to the adult formula when Fromm’s discontinued at chewy, and our dog likes it even better than the original food we were feeding him. When we got our rescue puppy a few weeks ago, it just made sense to get the puppy formula of the same food. She loves it! Her coat is nice and shiny and she seems very healthy on it.
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By Santinomom on Jul 23, 2018
I wanted to switch my puppy to blue buffalo and it was a great transition. He handled it very well. Not only did my dog love it but it’s also healthier and cheaper than what I was using. I feel better knowing my dog is eating healthy food.
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By Review on May 29, 2018
Everything I got was fine until I got to the food. Everything was in the box no big deal. I went to take the bag of food out of the box and there was a massive hole in the middle of it and dog food went everywhere in box. I found out that whoever packed the box packed the carpet cleaner for the vacuum underneath the bag of food. This caused the dog food to have a hole in it. Other than that everything was fine.
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By Petmomagain on Aug 2, 2018
This brand was recommended by several people. I am so glad I purchased this for our little pup. The first bowl he was given, he just devoured. When we saw that, we knew we made a good choice for him.
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By 22tk on May 17, 2018
My family switched to this brand about a year ago and saw an immediate impact. The dogs were eating less because they were full from healthy food and not fillers, and their costs looked amazing. When we brought our puppy home we immediately switched her to Blue Buffalo puppy and she loved it. She is now 25lbs at 15 weeks because of this food! Amazing product with tangible results you can see in your dogs health.
