Blue Buffalo Wilderness Nature’s Evolutionary Diet Plus Wholesome Grains Salmon
- Deboned Salmon
- Menhaden Fish Meal
- Chicken Meal
- Dried Chicken
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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: 34%
Fat: 15%
Fiber: 6%
Moisture: 10%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 35%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 37.78%
Fat: 16.67%
Fiber: 6.67%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 38.89%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 32.25%
Fat: 34.55%
Carb: 33.2%
Our Review
- Rich in protein
- Low carbohydrate content
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
- Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
- Low in moisture
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Contains artificial food dyes
- The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog 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 |
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| 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 |
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| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Possible mold |
| Date: | 02/13/2017 |
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| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for metal contamination |
| Date: | 02/28/2017 |
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| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog Food |
| Recall Reason: | Packaging quality |
| Date: | 03/17/2017 |
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| Company Name: | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. |
| Product Description: | Dog food |
| Recall Reason: | Contains beef thyroid hormone |
| Date: | 02/08/2018 |
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| 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 Wilderness Nature's Evolutionary Diet Plus Wholesome Grains Salmon begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Deboned Salmon. Deboned salmon is meat from any species of salmon fish, with the bones removed. The deboned salmon in pet food is an excellent source of protein, Omega-3 fatty acid, and many other vital nutrients.
The second ingredient is Menhaden Fish Meal. Menhaden fish meal is dried, ground tissue from menhaden fish. In pet food, menhaden fish meal serves as a source of protein, amino acids, and essential fatty acids to help keep your companion’s skin and coat healthy.
The third ingredient is Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.
The fourth ingredient is Dried Chicken. Dried chicken is dehydrated meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, dried chicken is used as a source of protein, amino acids, and other essential nutrients.
The fifth ingredient is Oatmeal. Oatmeal is made with oats that have had their tough outer hulls removed before further processing into a coarse high-fiber substance. The oatmeal in pet food is a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals to support your companion’s overall well-being.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Blue Buffalo Wilderness Nature's Evolutionary Diet Plus Wholesome Grains Salmon, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per lb
Product Price
$3.98
Market Price avg.
$3.69
% From the Avg
+8%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.24
Market Price avg.
$0.34
% From the Avg
-27%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.15
Market Price avg.
$0.20
% From the Avg
-27%
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Nature's Evolutionary Diet Plus Wholesome Grains Salmon is priced below the average market price for dry dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Blue Buffalo Wilderness Nature's Evolutionary Diet Plus Wholesome Grains Salmon to the other 1801 dry dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
37.78%
All Products avg.
30.14%
% From the Avg
+25%
DM Fat
Product info
16.67%
All Products avg.
15.9%
% From the Avg
+5%
DM Fiber
Product info
6.67%
All Products avg.
5.46%
% From the Avg
+22%
DM Carb
Product info
38.89%
All Products avg.
47.61%
% From the Avg
-18%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a fish based food that’s high in protein with moderate fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.
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