Blue Buffalo
Life Protection Formula Puppy Large Breed Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe
DryFrom $43.98 (15 lb) to $79.98 (34 lb)
A grain-inclusive dry kibble for large-breed puppies built around deboned chicken and chicken meal as the primary protein sources, with brown rice, oatmeal, and barley supplying the carbohydrate base. Fish meal, salmon meal, and fish oil contribute Omega 3 fatty acids including DHA and ARA, and flaxseed adds Omega 6. The recipe also includes peas, dried egg product, blueberries, cranberries, carrots, dried sweet potatoes, plus added taurine, L-carnitine, and a chelated mineral blend. Calcium and phosphorus are controlled to support skeletal development. Formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult). Caloric density is 3628 kcal/kg (385 kcal per standard 8 oz cup).
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For a typical Puppy dog (75 lb)
Puppy · Moderate activity · Male · Neutered
5.1 cups/day · 544g/day
Based on 34 lb · lasts 28 days
Calculated for a typical puppy (~4 months old), moderately active, neutered male, at the indicated weight. Your dog's actual portion may differ — use the calculator below for a personalized estimate.
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Crude protein (min.) | 26.0% |
| Crude fat (min.) | 15.0% |
| Crude fiber (max.) | 5.0% |
| Moisture (max.) | 10.0% |
| DHA* (min.) | 0.1% |
| Calcium (min.) | 1.2% |
| Phosphorus (min.) | 1.0% |
| Choline (min.) | 2,750 mg/kg |
| ARA* (min.) | 0.04% |
| L-Carnitine* (min.) | 100 mg/kg |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 0.75% |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 2.5% |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.