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Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken Entrée Mature Cats Pate Wet Cat Food

Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken Entrée Mature Cats Pate Wet Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Wilton, Connecticut us-flag
Parent company
Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product info
Age Range: Senior
Food Form Wet Senior Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.97
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Chicken Liver

Ingredients

Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Natural Flavor, Brown Rice, Powdered Cellulose, Guar Gum, Sweet Potatoes, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Cassia Gum, Carrageenan, Salt, Choline Chloride, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin(Vitamin B7), Potassium Iodide, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), preserved with Mixed Tocopherols

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Overall Score

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58%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 57%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 67%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 44%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 62%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 63%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

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Protein: 8.5%

Fat: 4.5%

Fiber: 1.5%

Moisture: 78%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 7.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 38.64%

Fat: 20.45%

Fiber: 6.82%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 34.09%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 31.56%

Fat: 40.58%

Carb: 27.85%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Doesn’t receive consistently positive customer reviews
  • Contains carrageenan – a potentially inflammatory additive
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Blue Buffalo since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Blue Buffalo - Dog food (10/08/2010) -+
Date:10/08/2010
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product Description:Dog food
Recall Reason:Excess Vitamin D
Blue Buffalo - Cat Treats (11/07/2015) -+
Date:11/07/2015
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product Description:Cat Treats
Recall Reason:May contain propylene glycol
Blue Buffalo - Cub Size - Wild Chews (11/25/2015) -+
Date:11/25/2015
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product Description:Cub Size - Wild Chews
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Blue Buffalo - Dog Food (05/31/2016) -+
Date:05/31/2016
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product Description:Dog Food
Recall Reason:Possible mold
Blue Buffalo - Dog Food (02/13/2017) -+
Date:02/13/2017
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
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
Blue Buffalo - Dog food (03/17/2017) -+
Date:03/17/2017
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product Description:Dog food
Recall Reason:Contains beef thyroid hormone
Blue Buffalo - Dog food (02/08/2018) -+
Date:02/08/2018
Company Name:Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.
Product Description:Dog food
Recall Reason:elevated levels of naturally- occurring beef thyroid hormones

Ingredient Review

Our review of Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken Entrée Mature Cats Pate Wet Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

The second ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.

The third ingredient is Chicken Liver. Chicken liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a chicken. In pet food, chicken liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids.

The fourth ingredient is Natural Flavor. In pet food, natural flavor can come from animal products, plant sources, or even minerals. Natural flavor is added to pet food to increase palatability, helping your companion enjoy their meals more.

The fifth ingredient is Brown Rice. Brown rice is a name for whole-grain rice with its outer hull removed. The brown rice in pet food can be a source of carbohydrates and fiber. Brown rice also contains omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals

When we analyzed the ingredients in Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken Entrée Mature Cats Pate Wet Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.43

Market Price avg.

$0.5

% From the Avg

-14%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.61

Market Price avg.

$1.84

% From the Avg

-13%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.97

Market Price avg.

$1.11

% From the Avg

-13%

Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken Entrée Mature Cats Pate Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for wet senior cat food.

Nutritional Analysis

As opposed to formulas intended for growth (kitten) and maintenance (adult), there are no special label requirements or legal definitions for “senior” diets. Senior diets are actually only required to meet the same nutritional needs as for adult diets. This means that there can be a lot of variation and interpretation by different food companies on what makes up a senior diet. Senior diets can have varying amounts of protein, fat, carbs, phosphorus, sodium, and fiber.

The assumptions that all senior pets need low protein, low fat and carbs, low phosphorus and sodium, and high fiber across the board are incorrect. The need for higher or lower levels of these nutrients varies greatly from cat to cat. That’s why it’s very important for senior pets for their pet parents to work with their veterinarian to decide what type of diet is most appropriate. For many young senior pets, the adult diets they’ve been on may be just fine to continue.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken Entrée Mature Cats Pate Wet Cat Food to the other 43 wet senior cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

38.64%

All Products avg.

44.48%

% From the Avg

-13%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

20.45%

All Products avg.

19.4%

% From the Avg

+5%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6.82%

All Products avg.

9.32%

% From the Avg

-27%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

34.09%

All Products avg.

20.26%

% From the Avg

+68%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that’s low in protein with moderate fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other wet senior cat foods.

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