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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Natural Adult Small Breed Dry Dog Food, Chicken and Brown Rice

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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Natural Adult Small Breed Dry Dog Food, Chicken and Brown Rice - 1 of 4
$11.99 when purchased online

About this item

Highlights

  • REAL MEAT FIRST: Blue Buffalo foods always feature real meat as the first ingredient; High-quality protein from real chicken helps your dog build and maintain healthy muscles; Plus they contain wholesome whole grains, garden veggies and fruit
  • SMALL BREED DOG FOOD: Specially formulated for small breed dogs, BLUE Life Protection Formula Small Breed dry dog food contains increased levels of protein and carbohydrates to meet the energy needs of smaller dogs with kibble size ideal for smaller jaws
  • ANTIOXIDANT-RICH LIFESOURCE BITS: A precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals carefully selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to support immune system health, life stage needs and a healthy oxidative balance
  • A NATURAL DOG FOOD: BLUE dog foods are made with the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals; BLUE contains NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors or preservatives
  • Contains one (1) 3 lb. Bag of BLUE Life Protection Formula Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food, Chicken and Brown Rice

Description

To help support the special needs of smaller dogs, BLUE Life Protection Formula dog food for Small Breeds is made with increased protein and carbohydrates to meet higher energy needs. It contains the ingredients you’ll love feeding as much as they’ll love eating. BLUE Life Protection Formula dog food is a product of the Blue Buffalo company. Based in the United States, Blue Buffalo makes premium-quality pet foods featuring real meat, fruit and vegetables.
Pet Caution Statement: No warning applicable
Intended Pet Type: Dog
Used For: Bone Health, Joint Health, Skin and Coat Health, Immune System Health
Storage Instructions: Store in Dry Place
State of Readiness: Ready to Eat
Form: Kibble
Features: Soy-Free, Meat as the First Ingredient, Wheat Free, No Artificial Flavors, Colors or Preservatives, Added Rice, No Artificial Flavors, All Natural, Natural, No Artificial Colors
Package Quantity: 1
Pet Lifestage: Adult
Breed size: All Sizes
Pet food type: Dry
Net weight: 3 Pounds
Pets subtype: Dog Food
Country of Origin: United States
TCIN: 52616074
Item Number (DPCI): 083-06-0368
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Amount Per Serving:

% Daily Value*
Crude Protein (Min) 26%
Crude Fat (Min) 15%
Crude Fiber (Max) 4%
Moisture (Max) 10%
Calcium (Ca) (Min) 1.2%
Phosphorus (P) (Min) 0.9%
Omega-3 0.5%
Linoleic Acid (Min) 3%
Glucosamine (Min) 400mg/kg
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients:

deboned chicken, chicken meal, brown rice, oatmeal, barley, menhaden fish meal (source of omega 3 fatty acids), chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), flaxseed (source of omega 6 fatty acids), natural flavor, pea starch, dried tomato pomace, peas, pea protein, dried egg product, salt, potassium chloride, dehydrated alfalfa meal, potatoes, dried chicory root, pea fiber, alfalfa nutrient concentrate, calcium carbonate, choline chloride, dl-methionine, preserved with mixed tocopherols, sweet potatoes, carrots, garlic, zinc amino acid chelate, zinc sulfate, vegetable juice for color, ferrous sulfate, vitamin e supplement, iron amino acid chelate, blueberries, cranberries, barley grass, parsley, turmeric, dried kelp, yucca schidigera extract, glucosamine hydrochloride, 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.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 11 inches length x 7.9 inches width x 4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 3.05 pounds

Return details

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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: What size is the kibble? Is it the same size as the blue buffalo senior dog food?

submitted by nat - 3 months ago
  • A: Thanks for asking! We offer many different senior dog foods so its hard to compare without knowing the specific BLUE senior formula you are referring to. Generally, the kibble for small breeds is significantly smaller to accommodate their smaller mouths and jaws. We hope this helps!

    submitted byBlue Buffalo Expert - 3 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is an adult dog that has small breeds in her mix and is 16 pounds considered small breed?

submitted by Jan - 1 year ago
  • A: Thanks for asking! For our Adult Dog Food, we consider dogs that are 25 pounds or less to be Small Breed. You can find out more about our Small Breed formulas here: https://bluebuffalo.com/product-finder/dog/dry-food/small-breed/.

    submitted byBlue Buffalo Expert - 11 months ago
    Brand expert

Summary of reviews

Guests appreciate Blue Buffalo Small Breed Dog Food for its high-quality ingredients and positive impact on their dogs' health, including improved coat condition and increased energy levels. Many dogs enjoy the taste, although some picky eaters and dogs with sensitive stomachs may have issues. The small kibble size is ideal for small breeds.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.7 out of 5 stars with 726 reviews
    dog likes it: 4.66 out of 5
    easy to digest: 4.7 out of 5
    nutrition: 4.68 out of 5
    quality: 4.7 out of 5
    value: 4.34 out of 5
    78% would recommend
    92 recommendations

    My picky eater loves this stuff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Trishoneandonly - 8 days ago, Verified purchaser
    My picky eater loves this, so there’s that. He eats it well - he has lost a lot of teeth and is a senior. This is used as a free feed option, meaning I leave it out for him to consume at leisure. He is not a food driven dog so I don’t worry about him eating it all day. His main food is healthy wet food, with veggies and fruit and chicken on the side. Kibble should not be used as a main source of nutrition.
    dog likes it: 5 out of 5
    easy to digest: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Great qualities with this!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Doxiemom104 - 17 days ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    We got this food for our dachshund mix when he was about 2 years old and next month we think he’ll be 10, he’s a rescue so not 100% sure about his birthday. Anyway we took him to the vet today for a checkup and our vet bragged about how shiny his coat was and how muscular he still was for his age. Our dog is also still playful and energetic for his age and we believe this food has played a role in giving him that quality of life. This food has been great, we’ve never had any issues with it and our dog enjoys it!
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    It’s really tiny little bites

    5 out of 5 stars
    arinas7_6638 - 21 days ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
    I have Yorki and whenever we feed him some other brand or other flavor of this food his stomach always reacts really bad to it. BUT after trying million of different foods, we found one the best one. It’s really also depends on the dog. Because I’m sure not all Yorki’s are going to like it, or maybe even some dogs might be allergic to it. You never know. But I definitely recommend to try.
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    (no review title)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Stevie Lynn - 26 days ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    My dog Stevie Lynn she loves blue buffalo and she loves those purple antioxidants but let me tell you if she has no teeth, but she surely can get that down. She loves it thank you Blue buffalo for making a good dog food that hasn’t been recalled.
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    Biewer

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Thunderup - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
    My 7.5 Biewer loves this dog food.
    dog likes it: 5 out of 5
    easy to digest: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Oh the smell!

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Jenjen - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I switched to this from royal canin for my pomeranian and REGRET IT. my dog is an indoor dog and her poop is vile now! Been 3 weeks and switched back! Plus her bowels tripled so...you think the waste , she's not getting as good nutrition
    nutrition: 3 out of 5
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    Amazing product!

    5 out of 5 stars
    TSutton - 2 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    This is the right fit my seven year Corgi! Thank you Blue for everything.
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    Wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    thaisd32_6050 - 3 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
    This dog food is wonderful. My little dog loves it. It contains all the vitamins she needs and has the perfect balance for her meals. It comes in smaller packages and different flavors. I loved that.
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    (no review title)

    5 out of 5 stars
    SueG - 3 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    My yorkie lives this food.
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Great food

    5 out of 5 stars
    - 3 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    I started my dog about 6 months ago on blue Buffalo and his appetite. And energy is better. His coat is better all around. He seems like a happier dog.
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    Blue Buffalo small breed dry dog food

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Lizabeth0119 - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
    My Maltese loves his food. He does really well on this good. Very pleased.
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
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    Blue Buffalo dog food

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    DMB - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Great nutritious food for my pups! Good quality tested food!!
    quality: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    dog likes it: 4 out of 5
    easy to digest: 5 out of 5
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Great food

    5 out of 5 stars
    Dave28 - 3 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    M 6 Dachshunds wont eat any thing else!
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    First time buy

    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Maria - 4 months ago
    So far so good. My picky Shih tzu likes it.
    easy to digest: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
    dog likes it: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
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    Dont ever buy this mess

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Jay - 5 months ago
    I bought this for my dog and a few days later dog was in the Emergency Room. You look at reviews on this brand and see it’s known for being a shady brand. Target you need to keep this off your shelves because someone almost got a lawsuit for this horrible food making a dog sick. Food should not do that.
    value: 1 out of 5
    easy to digest: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    dog likes it: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 1 out of 5
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    My Kadi loves this

    5 out of 5 stars
    MaBonnie - 5 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    I have fed my Maltese blue buffalo since she was a puppy. I love how it grows with my dog.
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    Love it

    5 out of 5 stars
    Brandib81 - 5 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
    I buy this for my dachshunds and they love it! There skin is great and everything
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Great for my little dog

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    AnnetteG - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Best dog food for my small Pomeranian/Bichon Frise. She ABSOLUTELY LOVES IT!!🐶
    quality: 5 out of 5
    dog likes it: 5 out of 5
    easy to digest: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Great for my picky eaters

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Country033 - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    This is the only hard kibble my girls will eat. They eat fresh pet and this on rotation. My daughter gives this to her girls as well and we all have rescue pets so trying to do the best for them.
    value: 5 out of 5
    dog likes it: 5 out of 5
    easy to digest: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    nutrition: 5 out of 5
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    My #1 Choice!

    5 out of 5 stars
    mollyh192 - 6 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
    The ingredients in blue buffalo are unmatched! For a dry dog food, this is my top choice. Not only is it available in most stores, but the price point is unbeatable for the quality.
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

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