Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed
Manufacturer: Blue Buffalo
The Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed (Blue Buffalo) earned a technical score of 90.2/100 (rated 🌟 Superior Quality) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (93 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (87 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 28.89% protein and 16.67% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.
Nutritional Analysis
Dry-Matter Composition
Composition and Energy
Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Crude protein | 26 % |
| Crude fat | 15 % |
| Crude fiber | 4 % |
| Moisture | 10 % |
| Metabolizable energy | 3682 kcal/kg |
How much to feed per day
Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3682 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (RER) of the dog by body weight. Adjust according to veterinary guidance — the formula does not account for activity level, neutering or individual clinical conditions.
| Weight of the dog | Energy requirement | Recommended serving |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 206 kcal/day | 56 g/day |
| 10 kg | 327 kcal/day | 89 g/day |
| 20 kg | 521 kcal/day | 141 g/day |
| 30 kg | 684 kcal/day | 186 g/day |
| 40 kg | 829 kcal/day | 225 g/day |
Formula: energy requirement (kcal/day) = 70 × weight(kg)^0.67 [RER — Resting Energy Requirement; the same formula used by the My Pet Magazine cost calculator]. Serving (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (kcal/kg of the food ÷ 1000). Sources: FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024 / NRC 2006.
Ingredients
- 1Deboned Chicken
- 2Chicken Meal
- 3Brown Rice
- 4Oatmeal
- 5Barley
- 6Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
- 7Flaxseed (source of Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids) Natural Flavor
- 8Peas
- 9Dried Tomato Pomace
- 10Dried Yeast
What we like
- ✓conservantes naturais
- ✓EPA/DHA declarado
- ✓carnes frescas
www.bluebuffalo.com — verificado 2026-08-30
Frequently asked questions about Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed
- What is the technical score of Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed?
- Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed (Blue Buffalo) scores 90.2/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (93 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (87 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
- How much protein does Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed have?
- On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed has 28.89% protein and 16.67% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
- Is Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed a good food for dogs?
- Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed is "Superior Quality" (score 90.2/100). Strengths: conservantes naturais, EPA/DHA declarado, carnes frescas. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.