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Company HQ
Wilton, Connecticut 
Parent company
Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States Type of food
Cat Dry Food, Cat Food Toppings Wet, Cat Treats, Cat Wet Food, Dog Dry Food, Dog Food Toppings Wet, Dog Treats, Dog Wet FoodWhere to Buy
Pros
- Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
- Affordable
- Blue Buffalo makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
Cons
- Lower than average protein content
- The brand has been previously recalled
Brand Overview
Blue Buffalo was developed with the help of a holistic veterinarian, and has the distinction of being America’s top-selling natural pet food brand. A wide range of natural foods for dogs and cats rounds out the company’s offerings. Blue Buffalo offers wet food and dry food, limited ingredient diets, and prey-feeding blends for every life stage.
How Much Does Blue Buffalo Cat food Cost
We’ve compared Blue Buffalo cat food to the other 384 cat foods in our database.
| Brand Price | Market Price Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Dry Food | $4.30/lb | $3.49/lb | +$0.81/lb |
| Cat Food Toppings Wet | $0.43/oz | $0.79/oz | -$0.36/oz |
| Cat Treats | $1.26/oz | $2.72/oz | -$1.46/oz |
| Cat Wet Food | $0.32/oz | $0.43/oz | -$0.11/oz |
Blue Buffalo cat food is priced below the average market price for cat food.
Blue Buffalo Nutrient Profile comparison
We’ve compared Blue Buffalo cat food to the other 384 cat foods in our database.
| Protein | Market Protein Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Wet Food | 47.3% | 52.53% | -5.23% |
| Cat Treats | 25.93% | 47.09% | -21.16% |
| Cat Dry Food | 37.44% | 38.71% | -1.27% |
| Cat Food Toppings Wet | 44.44% | 75.87% | -31.43% |
All of Blue Buffalo cat food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Blue Buffalo since 2009. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Blue Buffalo - Dog Food (05/31/2016)
| Date: | 05/31/2016 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Possible mold |
Blue Buffalo - Dog Food (02/13/2017)
| Date: | 02/13/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | The Blue Buffalo Company |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for metal contamination |
Blue Buffalo - Dog Food (02/28/2017)
| Date: | 02/28/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Packaging quality |
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FAQ
Who owns Blue Buffalo cat food?
Blue Buffalo is owned by Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd..
Where is Blue Buffalo cat food made?
Blue Buffalo is manufactured in the United States .
Is Blue Buffalo AAFCO approved?
Yes, all of Blue Buffalo recipes are AAFCO approved.
Has Blue Buffalo cat food been recalled?
Blue Buffalo has been recalled 3 times in the years 2016, and 2017.