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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Natural Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food with Chicken and Brown Rice

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About this item

Highlights

  • REAL MEAT FIRST: This Blue Buffalo dry dog food is made with real, high-quality chicken as the #1 ingredient
  • ESSENTIAL NUTRITION FOR PUPPIES: This puppy food supports cognitive development with DHA while promoting healthy muscle and bone development
  • IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT: This puppy food features exclusive antioxidant-rich LifeSource Bits
  • HEALTHY, WHOLESOME INGREDIENTS: This Blue Buffalo dog food is made with no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals and no corn, wheat, or soy
  • Contains: One (1) 15-lb. bag of BLUE Life Protection Formula Large Breed Dry Puppy Food, Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe
  • ENHANCED IMAGERY: We have enhanced our digital product packaging to highlight our products’ ingredients and essential benefits. While the physical packaging will differ slightly, all information is accurate.

Description

Give your puppy a healthy start with the delicious taste of BLUE Life Protection Formula Large Breed Puppy Dog Food, Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe. This natural dog food is formulated with real chicken as the first ingredient to help your new pup grow and play. The large breed puppy food promotes healthy muscle growth and proper bone development. It's also made with DHA and ARA, fatty acids found in mother's milk, to help support cognitive and retinal development. And like all Blue Buffalo puppy food recipes, the large breed puppy food contains no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals and no corn, wheat, or soy.
Pet Caution Statement: No warning applicable
Intended Pet Type: Dog
Storage Instructions: Store in Dry Place
Used For: Bone Health, Skin and Coat Health, Immune System Health
Features: Meat as the First Ingredient, Soy-Free, Wheat Free, No Artificial Flavors, Colors or Preservatives, Added Rice, Omega-3 EPA, No Artificial Flavors, All Natural, No Artificial Colors, Natural
Form: Kibble
State of Readiness: Ready to Eat
Package Quantity: 1
Pet Lifestage: Puppy
Breed size: Large
Pet food type: Dry
Net weight: 15 Pounds
Pets subtype: Dog Food
Country of Origin: United States
TCIN: 52616121
UPC: 859610000425
Item Number (DPCI): 083-06-0328
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Ingredients:

deboned chicken, chicken meal, brown rice, oatmeal, peas, barley, dried tomato pomace, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), natural flavor, fish meal (source of omega 3 fatty acids), flaxseed (source of omega 6 fatty acids), dried yeast, dried egg product, fish oil (source of ara-arachidonic acid and dha-docosahexaenoic acid), salmon meal, dicalcium phosphate, salt, direct dehydrated alfalfa pellets, potassium chloride, choline chloride, dried chicory root, alfalfa nutrient concentrate, l-threonine, calcium carbonate, dl-methionine, preserved with mixed tocopherols, vitamin e supplement, dried sweet potatoes, carrots, taurine, l-carnitine, zinc amino acid chelate, zinc sulfate, vegetable juice for color, ferrous sulfate, iron amino acid chelate, blueberries, cranberries, barley grass, parsley, turmeric, dried kelp, yucca schidigera extract, niacin (vitamin b3), calcium pantothenate (vitamin b5), copper sulfate, l-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin c), l-lysine, biotin (vitamin b7), vitamin a supplement, copper amino acid chelate, manganese sulfate, manganese amino acid chelate, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin b1), riboflavin (vitamin b2), vitamin d3 supplement, vitamin b12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), calcium iodate, folic acid (vitamin b9), sodium selenite, oil of rosemary..

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 4.83 inches length x 13.75 inches width x 21.03 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 15.17 pounds

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Guests are saying

Guests appreciate the quality and nutritional value of this puppy food, noting improvements in their pets' health, energy levels, and overall happiness. Many have observed positive changes in their puppies' coats and digestion. However, some guests wish for larger bag options and more flavor varieties, especially for large breeds. Overall, this product is well-regarded for its ingredients and effectiveness in promoting healthy growth in puppies.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.6 out of 5 stars with 582 reviews
    dog likes it: 4.6 out of 5
    easy to digest: 4.38 out of 5
    nutrition: 4.44 out of 5
    quality: 4.5 out of 5
    value: 4.38 out of 5
    75% would recommend
    12 recommendations

    AMAZING FOOD

    5 out of 5 stars
    LuvJohn4Evr68 - 1 month ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.ca
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    My Shiba Inu Midnight has major food allergies. When I switched her to Blue Buffalo Adult Chicken and Brown Rice her stomach got better. She didn't have all the food problems she had before. She is a lot more healthier and she lost the weight that the other food was giving her. She loves Blue Buffalo. She is over 9 years old now. When I get another puppy the new puppy is going on Blue Buffalo. I will never go back. I highly recommend this food to any dog owner. It's the best Holistic Food ever. Thanks Blue Buffalo for your Food. We are from Niagara Falls Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
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    Large breed puppy.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Mastiff - 3 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    If this is for large breed, I wish the bag was a bigger bag when you have Mastiff a 30 pound bag does not go far at all whatever happened to the 50 pound bag
    1 reply from Blue Buffalo Care Team team - 3 months ago
    We're so sorry for the disappointment. Your feedback is very important to us, we’ll make sure to pass it along to the team. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
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    Gassy Frenchies.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Majestic wolf - 3 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    I have been giving this to my frenchies now for a few months. Due to our newest one having the most awful gas. This has helped a lot. I just wish they had more flavors for small breeds than just this one in pink bag. They both like it. But I like to have them eat a variety. So they don’t get tired of it.
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    Best puppy food I've ever used

    4 out of 5 stars
    Hey_Kim - 4 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    I desperately want to give this puppy food the fullest, fattest five star rating possible however, the only thing that prevents me from in good conscience doing so is I believe the price could be worked on. I'm feeding two female Connie Corso and with large breeds they do tend to eat more food. So the puppy food coming in at 34 and 1/2 lb bag at its price point can make it a little painful to do. Yes propagates and sustains a wonderful health and growth balance and for that I am extremely grateful. But I fear that the price point could cause some to revert to a lesser quality food that's a bit more affordable. My veterinarian is extremely impressed with both of my dogs health and growth rate. As am i. However, with a large breed like this it's best to feed them puppy food until they're 18 months old. By the time they are 18 months old they will both be well over a hundred pounds which makes the 34 and 1/2 lb bag not go very far. Couldn't be happier with the ingredients, quality, and result of this dog food. It is the best that I have ever found in 30 years of having dogs. And I will say I have to give props to Blue Buffalo for frequently offering coupons and discounts. I would however, like to see the option of digital coupons that do not have to be printed made available. No doubt, Blue Buffalo has a consumer for life In my household, and I greatly appreciate the efforts they put into producing such a well researched beneficial product for cherished pets!
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    great dog

    5 out of 5 stars
    rockey - 6 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    my dog has been on Salomon Flavor from day one loves it
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    Large Breed Puppy Food

    5 out of 5 stars
    PJ (USAF-Pararescue) - 7 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    I my puppy found me! I drove to NY and saved a 26 day old Rotti and he saved me… I have him on the Blue Buffalo Large Breed food.. his coat is beautiful and he has gained almost 10 lbs a month. Tomorrow he’ll be 10 months old and I’m looking at transitioning to an adult dog food-all of our other large breed dogs, Rottweilers and German shepherds have always been on blue buffalo, and we will continue this tradition
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    Great Dog Food!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Jayy - 7 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    This food has kept my rottie muscular and growing beyond healthy when mixed with other fruits, veggies, and raw beef!! Super high in protein and I won't be switching kibbles anytime soon!
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    My new puppy loves Blue Buffalo Puppy Dry

    5 out of 5 stars
    JeffLaRue - 8 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.ca
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    I switched my new puppy to Blue Buffalo dry puppy formula. Her energy levels have improved drastically. Good on her.
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    Dog food is wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Treat63 - 8 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    Love the puppy life protection formula... I have a mix breed puppy who is now 5 months and he loves it. Just got another puppy yesterday and she adjusting well so far to the food.
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    BEST PUPPY FOOD!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Eagleslover21 - 9 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    My dog loves it! He is a 5 month old chocolate lab and very healthy
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    LG breed puppy

    4 out of 5 stars
    Lucas mom - 10 months ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    I wish you made the LG breed puppy food in another meat source. I have a Mastiff mix puppy who can't tolerate the chicken. I have to switch to the lamb ,but am concerned it won't have all the benefits of the LG breed puppy food
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    Easy to chew

    5 out of 5 stars
    nataliam340 - 11 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    The ingredients helped a lot with my dog health. He is always healthy and energetic, love the price and last a lot when you have a small dog, he loves it
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    Great puppy food. But the small kibble bits…

    4 out of 5 stars
    Remington - 1 year ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.ca
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    The food has been great, our puppy eats it and is very healthy. The one thing we don’t like about this food is the small pebbles In the food. Our puppy won’t chew them, they end up all over the floor.
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    Those crunchy bits!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Chip Otle - 1 year ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    My dogs dachshunds 13 and 5mis are very happy and healthy eating Blue Buffalo. However I did notice my puppy manages to skip most of the Lifesource bits/black balls. I wish we could figure out how to make them easier to eat for puppies. I want the nutritional benefits but I think they are too hard to crunch.
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    Our #1 dog brand in our house!

    5 out of 5 stars
    mollyh192 - 1 year ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    The great ingredients and high quality brought me to BB when my senior dogs health was declining. When they passed and a new pup came into our lives, I knew we were sticking with BB. I always look for that blue diamond for treats as well. Paying just a little more for a better quality of life for a member of our family is worth it!
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    Great for large breed pups!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Whisper - 1 year ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    Our girl Whisper loves it and is growing fantastically with it. She is 5 months old and 52lbs.
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

    Well loved

    5 out of 5 stars
    Chip - 1 year ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    My puppy waste is minimal with this and hes happy
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    Fishy breath

    2 out of 5 stars
    Scoobylogan - 1 year ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    Puppy likes the food but the smell of his breath is awful. His breath smells like pure fish and even with minty toothpaste, it’s not touching it.
    1 reply from Blue Buffalo Care Team team - 1 year ago
    We're so sorry to hear about your poor experience. We certainly would not expect this of our Life Protection Formula™ puppy food. We'd like to help find a food that's a better fit for your pup- check out our Dog Food Recommender here: https://bluebuffalo.com/dog-and-cat-food-product-recommender/dog-food-recommender/.
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    Great choice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Moni - 2 years ago
    originally posted on bluebuffalo.com
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    Adopted a puppy from Stray rescue he's on Blue Buffalo and is growing up so fast.
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    Chicken and rice Blue Buffalo

    4 out of 5 stars
    ulianakv - 2 years ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    My pop seems to love this chicken and rice kibble. It seems to be just the right size for him to be able to chew or just swallow. He eats every meal like it was the first time eating it, so he obviously really enjoys it. I wish packaging was resealable for longer freshness or so I don't have to move it to another container.
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