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Parent company
Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.Sourcing and Manufacturing
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 FoodPros
- 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 Dog food Cost
We’ve compared Blue Buffalo dog food to the other 384 dog foods in our database.
Brand Price | Market Price Avg | +- From the Avg | |
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Dog Dry Food | $3.32/lb | $2.90/lb | +$0.42/lb |
Dog Food Toppings Wet | $0.45/oz | $0.93/oz | -$0.48/oz |
Dog Treats | $1.06/oz, $5.45/lb | $1.22/oz, $6.62/lb | -$0.16/oz, -$1.17/lb |
Dog Wet Food | $0.24/oz | $0.30/oz | -$0.06/oz |
Blue Buffalo dog food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Blue Buffalo Nutrient Profile comparison
We’ve compared Blue Buffalo dog food to the other 384 dog foods in our database.
Protein | Market Protein Avg | +- From the Avg | |
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Dog Wet Food | 41.08% | 43.25% | -2.17% |
Dog Dry Food | 29.95% | 30.23% | -0.28% |
Dog Treats | 22.31% | 23.25% | -0.94% |
Dog Food Toppings Wet | 44.44% | 58.13% | -13.69% |
All of Blue Buffalo dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog 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 |
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Company Name: | Blue Buffalo |
Product Description: | Dog Food |
Recall Reason: | Possible mold |
Blue Buffalo - Dog Food (02/13/2017)
Date: | 02/13/2017 |
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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 |
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Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
Product Description: | Dog Food |
Recall Reason: | Packaging quality |
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Turkey & Chicken Grill Grain-Free Senior Canned Dog Food, 12.5-oz case of 12
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Denali Dinner with Wild Salmon, Venison & Halibut Grain-Free Canned Dog Food
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Snake River Grill Trout, Venison & Rabbit Formula Grain-Free Canned Dog Food
Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Diet Healthy Weight Turkey & Potato Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food
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FAQ
Who owns Blue Buffalo dog food?
Blue Buffalo is owned by Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd..
Where is Blue Buffalo dog 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 dog food been recalled?
Blue Buffalo has been recalled 3 times in the years 2016, and 2017.