Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Puppy Chicken & Oatmeal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 5-lb bag

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  • This Blue Buffalo dry dog food is made with real, high-quality chicken as the first ingredient.
  • This puppy food supports cognitive and retinal development with DHA and ARA.
  • This tasty food provides energy for growth and play and promotes muscle development and strong bones and teeth.
  • This recipe contains antioxidants to support your best friend’s immune system.
  • This Blue Buffalo dog food is made with no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals and no corn, wheat, or soy.

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About BLUE Life Protection Formula Dry Dog Food

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

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.

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

14 Customer Questions


Is your feeding chart based on actual current weight or estimated adult weight? The pups we are bringing home were surrendered so we dont know their breed or estimated adult size

Answer by ChewyJun 10, 2018
The feeding recommendation chart is based on your dog's current actual weight. Please refer to the feeding chart below for instructions. This is strictly a recommendation and can vary based on your dog's health, age, and activity level.

What are the small bits in the food? Our miniature schnauzer picks them out and puts them on the floor.

Answer by ChewyNov 01, 2020
This recipe includes LifeSource Bits to support your pet's immune system health. They are a blend of antioxidants, minerals and vitamins chosen by vets and animal nutritionists to support your pet’s immune health, life stage requirements and a healthy oxidative balance.

My pup is 3 months old and less than 3 lbs. The feeding chart says to give him 1/4-1/2 cup. Is that the total amount of food for a whole day or is that per meal (does that make sense?If they eat 4x/day is it 1/4-1/2 @ each meal?).

Answer by ChewyDec 28, 2020
The feeding chart goes by cups per day.

what kind of fruit are in it

Answer by ChewySep 14, 2018
This formula contains blueberries and cranberries.

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Digestibility

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Ingredients

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Nutritional Value

79% Positive

Palatability

80% Positive

370 Customer Reviews



Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Caitlin on Dec 1, 2025

Quality over size

I purchased this for a nursing dog and she took to it well albeit I softened it. The kibble size could be smaller as it is intended for small breed ‘puppy’ and the

I purchased this for a nursing dog and she took to it well albeit I softened it. The kibble size could be smaller as it is intended for small breed ‘puppy’ and the adult dog kibble I usually feed her is much smaller. Yeah I’ll be purchasing this choice next time I’m out.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Theron on Oct 13, 2025

Being able to get a 15 pound bag of puppy food! *chefs kiss*

Ive been a long time customer of other services, remaining nameless, but one thing that bothered me significantly on getting new puppies *Rat Terrier and Min Pin*

Ive been a long time customer of other services, remaining nameless, but one thing that bothered me significantly on getting new puppies *Rat Terrier and Min Pin* was that I was only able to get 5# bags from them. That adds up to an extra 'Puppy Tax' when there is already a slew of new and expensive things that go along with a new puppy, let alone two.


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Ana on Dec 9, 2025

We love Blue!

We've been using this Blue Buffalo recipe since winter 2021! Our pup hasn't had any issues with feeds. Love this brand!

We've been using this Blue Buffalo recipe since winter 2021! Our pup hasn't had any issues with feeds. Love this brand!


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Stu on Sep 25, 2025

Unfortunately made my puppy very sick

My puppy has had diarrhea for several weeks. She is super skinny now Vet has run tests. They advised most likely cause to be food and treats. They do not recommend

My puppy has had diarrhea for several weeks. She is super skinny now Vet has run tests. They advised most likely cause to be food and treats. They do not recommend anything from Blue Buffalo. Wish I knew this before spending hundreds on vet bills and food


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Carolyn on Jan 18, 2026

Finn is very picky

He eats less than a 1/4 cup a day but at least he is eating something. He is 5#

He eats less than a 1/4 cup a day but at least he is eating something. He is 5#


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Tammy on Dec 6, 2025

Blue buffalo is good

I have had no problems with blue buffalo My dogs have been on it for several years when it first came out.

I have had no problems with blue buffalo My dogs have been on it for several years when it first came out.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Arleen on Nov 18, 2025

Pups love Blue Buffalo

My pups eat this food and always have great check-ups with the vet. Always empty bowls after each meal.

My pups eat this food and always have great check-ups with the vet. Always empty bowls after each meal.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Shyla on Sep 17, 2025

She won't touch it

Our 8 month old PomChi will not eat it. She loved the other Blue Bufflo small puppy food but won't eat this...wet or dry. Niether will our cats who eat anything

Our 8 month old PomChi will not eat it. She loved the other Blue Bufflo small puppy food but won't eat this...wet or dry. Niether will our cats who eat anything.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Keran on Aug 19, 2025

Poor shipping!

The food itself was fine or what was left of it. The bag was slit open across the top so we lost a large portion of this bag of food. I have debating on going a

The food itself was fine or what was left of it. The bag was slit open across the top so we lost a large portion of this bag of food. I have debating on going a different way in getting her food. This may have made my decision!!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By 2fctv8s5jp on Nov 15, 2025

Recommend product

Blue Buffalo is awesome dog food - our pets have no stomach issues with this dog food

Blue Buffalo is awesome dog food - our pets have no stomach issues with this dog food