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Formulated to help minimize negative reactions to food with hydrolyzed salmon—a readily digestible source of protein.
Fish oil and flaxseed provide healthy sources of omega-3 fatty acids to support your cat’s skin and coat health.
Crafted with vitamins and antioxidants, plus blueberries and cranberries to support healthy immunity.
Grain-free recipe made without corn, wheat or soy for cats with food sensitivities.
A wholesome and natural veterinary diet that offers cats the nutrition they need and the taste they crave.
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Help your sensitive cat get the nutrition she needs and the taste she loves with Blue Buffalo’s HF Hydrolyzed for Food Intolerance Cat Food. Some cats negatively react to common proteins, which can lead to issues like skin irritation and digestion problems. This Blue Buffalo recipe is specially formulated to help manage those issues and minimize reactions. It’s crafted with hydrolyzed salmon—a digestible protein source and provides cats with healthy omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil and flaxseed to promote healthy skin and a lustrous coat. Plus, it’s grain-free and rich in antioxidants to support a healthy immune system.
Specifications
Item Number
152864
Weight
8.25 pounds
Packaging Type
Can
Made In
United States, N/A
Sourced From
Various
Food Texture
Pate
Lifestage
Adult
Food Form
Wet Food
Special Diet
Grain-Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Veterinary Diet, Hydrolyzed Protein, Natural
Disclaimers
Veterinary Authorization
This item needs authorization from your veterinarian. Simply provide your pet and vet clinic information at Checkout and we'll follow up with your veterinarian to confirm.
If you have a copy of your authorization, you can expedite the process by uploading a scan or photo of it to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
Diet Transitioning
Pets can be sensitive to sudden changes in their diets. For this reason, it is extremely important to follow a gradual transition plan to best support your pet's health and product effectiveness. Ask your Veterinarian about the best way to transition your pet to a new food.
Feed 1 to 1 1/4 cans for every 6 to 8 pounds of body weight daily. Refrigerate unused portion.
Transition Instructions
Pets can be sensitive to sudden changes in their diets. For this reason, it is extremely important to follow a gradual transition plan to best support your pet's health and product effectiveness. It is recommended to follow a 7 to 14-day transition plan before exclusively feeding your pet a new food. Cats will often refuse mixed diets, so we recommend adding the new food to a separate bowl from the old food. For a 14-day transition plan, start by mixing 75% of your pet's current diet with 25% of the new diet on Days 1-4. On Days 5-8, mix 50% of the current diet with 50% of the new diet. On Days 9-11, mix 25% of the current diet with 75% of the new diet. On Days 12-14, you can feed your pet the new food exclusively. Ask your Veterinarian about the best way to transition your pet to a new food.
Transition Day
Current Diet
New Diet
Days 1-4
75%
25%
Days 5-8
50%
50%
Days 9-11
25%
75%
Days 12-14
0%
100%
FAQ
Why should I buy veterinary diets from Chewy?
We offer competitive prices and free shipping on orders over $49. Plus, you'll save more if you sign up for automatic refills with Autoship at Checkout. Chewy experts are available 24/7 to answer any questions you have.
How do I order veterinary diets?
1.tSearch for the diet your veterinarian recommends and add it to your cart. You can purchase your veterinary diets along with any other items you need.
2.tAt Checkout, you'll be asked for your pet's name and veterinary clinic information so we can confirm that the item is authorized by your veterinarian.
3.tPlace your order and we'll take care of contacting your veterinarian. If you have a copy of your authorization, you can expedite the process by uploading a scan or photo of it to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
If your clinic needs more information from you or recommends a different diet, we'll let you know immediately.
I have a copy of the authorization from my veterinarian. Can I send it to you?
Yes. If you have a paper copy of your veterinarian's authorization, you can upload a scan or photo to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
Can I use a veterinarian's authorization if it was written by a veterinarian out of state?
Yes. We accept valid authorizations from anywhere in the United States, and U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico.
Why do I need a veterinarian's authorization?
Veterinary diets are formulated with the precise ingredients and nutrients needed to address specific medical issues. Because these diets are formulated for medical issues, veterinary authorization is needed to advise you on the best way to give them to your pet and to monitor your pet's health while they are on the diet.
Can someone else (such as a caretaker or family member) place an order for my pet?
Yes, but we'll need them to contact us and provide the full name of the pet's owner after the order is placed. This is so the veterinary clinic can locate your pet's records when we contact them. Email us at vetdiet@chewy.com or call us 24/7 at 1-800-672-4399.
Do authorizations expire?
Yes. Your veterinarian will tell us when your authorization expires and how many refills you have before they'd like you to check back in with them.
Can I set up automatic refills?
Yes. Sign up for Autoship at Checkout and select how often you need refills. We'll automatically ship your veterinary diets for as long as your authorization allows. If you run out of refills or your authorization expires, we'll automatically contact your veterinarian for a new authorization.
What if I have more questions? How can I reach the veterinary diets team at Chewy?
Email us at vetdiet@chewy.com, start a chat on Chewy.com, or call us anytime at 1-800-672-4399. We're here for you 24/7.
Learn More About Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet From Our Team of Experts
About BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet®
A Natural Therapeutic Diet
Formulated by veterinarians and animal nutritionists, BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet products are designed to nutritionally help manage certain conditions for dogs and cats. BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet formulas contain the same kind of premium-quality ingredients that are synonymous with Blue Buffalo.
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 Holistic Approach to Nutritional Therapy
SCIENCE-BASED EFFICACY
Because the efficacy of nutritional therapy is top priority, BLUE Buffalo employs a team of PhD animal nutritionists, food scientists and veterinarians to ensure each BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet performs exactly as it should.
QUALITY AND SAFETY ARE PARAMOUNT
At BLUE Buffalo, product safety and quality are our #1 priority. We care deeply about the safety of our furry family members. We are proud of our best-in-class product quality, and have strict controls in place to make sure that our ingredients meet the highest quality standards.
PALATABILITY MATTERS
BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet is made with the finest natural ingredients just like all our BLUE foods. It always starts with REAL MEAT and contains NO chicken/poultry by-products, corn, wheat or soy and artificial preservatives, or flavors. It's a wholesome, natural veterinary diet that has both beneficial nutrition and a taste cats love.
Exclusive LifeSource Bits®
All BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet recipes 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.
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.
This BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet HF is made with hydrolyzed salmon.
Is this food made in the USA?
Answer by • Nov 11, 2022
This recipe is made in the USA. Many of Blue Buffalo's ingredients, such as most grains and meats, like chicken, beef and turkey come from the United States. Lamb and venison can be free range from the United States or New Zealand. Rabbit is sourced from Europe, and trout can come from the United States or Canada. Where possible Blue's suppliers are instructed to source their ingredients from the United States. Where the ingredients are not readily available in the Unites States, such as many vitamins and minerals, their suppliers will only work with reliable foreign companies, and subject all ingredients to rigorous quality testing.
Does this require a prescription?
Answer by • Nov 23, 2022
This recipe requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
what is the phosphorous level
Answer by • May 17, 2022
This formula contains approximately 0.26% phosphorus on an as-fed basis (approximately 0.94% phosphorus on a dry matter basis).
Always consult a veterinarian about your pet’s health needs. Customer reviews should not be used as medical advice.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Nicole on Mar 4, 2023
Bad experience all around
So, my sick kitty is now on a veterinary diet. This brand was the only SOFT food I was able to find within his restrictions on chewy. Unfortunately, I couldn't find it in just a can so I had to buy an entire case for over $80!!!! I shouldn't have done it, but I was desperate for my kitty to have a mixture of hard and soft food. This food looks gross. It's almost grey in color. It's almost impossible to even mix it and when I was able to mix it, it was big clumps. He won't eat it and now I'm stuck with a case of it. I would think it was old and outdated but it isn't, it's just bad food.
LEARN from my mistake--when trying new foods for your animals DONT ORDER if you can't buy it in small quantities. I should have gone to a pet store first to look for one can.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By LeeV57 on Feb 21, 2023
Blue Buffalo HP Cat Food - Jamon Hates It !
I am sure this prescription cat food is good for it's intended purposes. My reason was for possible thyroid issues/vomiting issues. I left this cat food down for him for 2 1/2 days and he did not touch it. Being an old cat, I did not want to stress him out any longer. I called Chewy and they were GREAT!! They said to donate it to a charity/rescue and they will credit my account. I was thrilled. I did find some other "tummy sensitive" cat food he likes. Jamon is the love of my life and I cannot imagine life without him. He is 12. Thank you Chewy.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Ownedbycats on Mar 3, 2023
Cat loves it
My cat has been on Royal Canin hydrolyzed dry food for a year for IBD and has been craving other flavors. She adores this this Blue Buffalo canned food, which I offer as a supplement to the Royal Canin. The texture is rather rubbery, but I mix it with a little water.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Cindy on Mar 12, 2023
Cat will not eat the food
Not happy as I paid a lot of money for this food and the cat will not eat it. Can I send it back? I can not even donate it as it is a prescription. Wish I could have purchased just 2 cans to try not the entire case.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Debbie on Feb 9, 2023
Cat with allergy
Tibby says this is bad stuff but the vet says at least a week trial before trying something different. He licks the fur off his legs and he ends up getting steroid shots. We're eliminating food as the cause and it's the trial and error method. Thank goodness there's a way to do it.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Hannah on Dec 24, 2022
Great if you mash it
My cats did not want to eat this at first - the texture is hard and strange. I learned that if I put the food in a glass bowl, add water, and mash it, I can turn this into something my cats are willing to eat. This has been a great solution in my household because my cats are too bonded to not share food even though they have different dietary needs. Both love wet food and I notice I have a much easier time with the litter box when I am not limited to dry food, which is most hydrolyzed options. I Hope this comes back because it is a great solution if you are willing to work with it.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Jess on Feb 21, 2023
He likes it :-)
I was concerned having read reviews that it wasn't appetizing. He loves it! Yes, it smells stinky...but I haven't smelled a canned cat food that wasn't.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Carol on Jan 18, 2023
Blue buffalo hydrolyzed wet cat food
Because my cat is already on hydrolyzed dry food my vet recommended I also use this food for my cat. She likes it! It helps her because the food does not upset her stomach.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Angie on Feb 19, 2023
hyrdolized wet food
My cat absolutely loves this wet cat food. A change of pace from the dry food that she has had for 5 years.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Heather on Nov 18, 2022
Not what I expected
Neither cat wanted anything to do with this food.
It's smells awful, looks worse.
I realize for hydrolyzed protein there's not a lot of options.
Still trying to figure out a solution for my cats tummy trouble.