Blue Buffalo True Solutions Blissful Belly Digestive Care Formula Wet Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Wilton, Connecticut
Parent company
Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.Product info
Primary proteins
- Chicken
- Chicken Liver
- Whitefish
- Potato Protein
Ingredients
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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
Protein: 8.5%
Fat: 3%
Fiber: 3%
Moisture: 78%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 7.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 38.64%
Fat: 13.64%
Fiber: 13.64%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 34.09%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 36.5%
Fat: 31.29%
Carb: 32.21%
Our Review
- High moisture content
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- Affordable
- Low protein content
- High in carbohydrates
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- 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.
| Date: | 10/08/2010 |
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| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog food |
| Recall Reason: | Excess Vitamin D |
| Date: | 11/07/2015 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Cat Treats |
| Recall Reason: | May contain propylene glycol |
| Date: | 11/25/2015 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Cub Size - Wild Chews |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 05/31/2016 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Possible mold |
| Date: | 02/13/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for metal contamination |
| Date: | 02/28/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Packaging quality |
| Date: | 03/17/2017 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog food |
| Recall Reason: | Contains beef thyroid hormone |
| 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 True Solutions Blissful Belly Digestive Care Formula 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 Potatoes. Potatoes are versatile starchy root vegetables that provide carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and some fiber. In pet food, potatoes can add texture and flavor while replacing other starches. Many grain-free and gluten-free pet foods contain potatoes.
The fourth 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 fifth ingredient is Whitefish. Whitefish is a general term that refers to mostly freshwater and saltwater fish species with light-colored flesh. In pet food, whitefish is a source of protein and essential nutrients including Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Blue Buffalo True Solutions Blissful Belly Digestive Care Formula Wet Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.49
Market Price avg.
$0.52
% From the Avg
-6%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$1.72
Market Price avg.
$2.15
% From the Avg
-20%
Price per day
Product Price
$1.03
Market Price avg.
$1.29
% From the Avg
-20%
Blue Buffalo True Solutions Blissful Belly Digestive Care Formula Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for wet cat food.
Nutritional Analysis
Adult cat foods can have a lot of variability in calorie density but generally meet requirements for the average active cat. With formulations addressing a wide variety of needs, including weight loss or gain, indoor or outdoor living, or hairball problems, individual recipes may vary greatly in calorie, fiber, and nutritional content.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Blue Buffalo True Solutions Blissful Belly Digestive Care Formula Wet Cat Food to the other 1538 wet cat food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
38.64%
All Products avg.
52.97%
% From the Avg
-27%
DM Fat
Product info
13.64%
All Products avg.
17.71%
% From the Avg
-23%
DM Fiber
Product info
13.64%
All Products avg.
6.38%
% From the Avg
+114%
DM Carb
Product info
34.09%
All Products avg.
14%
% From the Avg
+144%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s low in protein with low fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other wet cat foods.
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