Loading... Please wait...| Ingredient/Nutrient | Benefit |
| High-Quality Protein | Healthy Muscle Development |
| Wholesome Grains | Energy for an Active Life |
| Glucosamine | Joint Health |
| Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids | Shiny Coat, Healthy Skin |
| Calcium, Phosphorus and Vitamin A | Strong Bones and Teeth |
High-Quality Protein
Dogs love the tasty whitefish, and it provides them with essential amino acids they need every day.
Wholesome Whole Grains
Hearty whole grains like brown rice, barley and oats supply the complex carbohydrates that your dog needs for energy.
Healthy Garden Veggies
Whole carrots, sweet potatoes and garlic are three of the nutrient-rich vegetables that your dog will get in every bite of BLUE.
LifeSource® Bits contain a precise blend of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists. These include ingredients that have been shown to:
Importantly, BLUE LifeSource Bits are "cold-formed" separately from the rest of our kibble to help preserve the potency of the ingredients. Other brands that add antioxidants, vitamins and minerals process all of their ingredients together at temperatures as high as 350°. Heat can degrade the potency of some vitamins by as much as 75%.
Read more about Blue Buffalo Lifesource® Bits here.
Whitefish, Whole Ground Brown Rice, Whole Ground Barley, Menhaden Fish Meal (natural source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Oatmeal, Canola Oil (naturally preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Tomato Pomace (natural source of Lycopene), Whole Sweet Potatoes, Natural Fish Flavors, Whole Potatoes, Peas, Whole Carrots, Blueberries, Cranberries, Flaxseed(natural source of Omega 3 and 6 Fatty Acids), Barley Grass, Dried Parsley, Garlic, Alfalfa Meal, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, L-Carnitine, L-Lysine, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Turmeric, Sunflower Oil (natural source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (naturally preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Fish Oil (natural source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Dried Chicory Root, Oil of Rosemary, Beta Carotene, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Niacin (Vitamin B3), d-Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Ascorbate (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Choline Chloride, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Salt, Caramel, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bacillus subtilis, Enterococcus faecium
| Crude Protein | 22.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 12.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 4.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Calcium | 1.0% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.9% min |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids* | 1.3% min |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids* | 3.0% min |
| Beta Carotene* | 5.0 mg/kg min |
| Glucosamine* | 400 mg/kg min |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Meal Frequency
2 meals per day
Transition to BLUE Start by mixing 25% of BLUE with your dog's old food, and gradually increase the proportion of BLUE over the next 14 days.
Preparation Options
Dry—Crunchy and delicious nutrition nuggets and LifeSource Bits right from the bag.
Dry with Water—Add warm water and mix to fully release flavors and aroma.
Fresh Water
Be sure to have a clean bowl of cool, fresh water available at all times.
Calorie Content (ME Calculated, as fed):
3,590 kcal/kg, 440 kcal/cup
Note: Individual dog's requirements may vary from this chart due to age, breed, environment, and activity level. Adjust food as required to maintain optimal body condition, and ask your veterinarian if you are unsure.