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Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Dog Food Review

Company HQ

LocationWilton, Connecticut us-flag

Parent company

Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd.

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationUnited States us-flag

Type of food

Wet Dog Food, Dry Dog Food

Ratings

65%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 45%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 64%
? 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 100%
? 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 61%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 72%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 49%
Pros
  • To our knowledge, Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet has never had a product recall
  • All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
  • Some recipes contain plant-based protein
  • Lower than average protein content
  • Price is above market average
  • Some recipes list unnamed meat by-products

Brand Overview

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet is one of Blue Buffalo’s product lines, with recipes designed for pets with medical conditions that require prescription diets. Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet foods are available for dogs and cats. They are primarily offered at veterinary clinics and can be purchased online with a vet’s recommendation.

How Much Does Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Dog Food Cost

We’ve compared Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Wet Dog Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.40$0.43-7%
Price per 100 kcal$1.25$1.36-8%
Price per day$0.75$0.81-7%

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Wet Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Dry Dog Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$6.33$3.67+72%
Price per 100 kcal$0.41$0.35+17%
Price per day$0.25$0.21+19%

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Dry Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Wet Dog Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 31.06% 42.89% -28%
DM Fat 17.04% 22.28% -24%
DM Fiber 14.40% 7.40% +95%
DM Carb 37.50% 26.34% +42%

Dry Dog Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 33.33% 30.01% +11%
DM Fat 11.11% 15.84% -30%
DM Fiber 18.89% 5.49% +244%
DM Carb 36.67% 47.75% -23%

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet has never been recalled.

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FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet dog food?

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet is owned by Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd..

faq-item-image Where is Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet dog food made?

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet is manufactured in the United States us-flag.

faq-item-image Is Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet dog food been recalled?

No Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet has never been recalled.

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