Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor
Manufacturer: Blue Buffalo
The Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor (Blue Buffalo) earned a technical score of 79.2/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (66 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (90 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 35.16% protein and 16.48% 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 | 32 % |
| Crude fat | 15 % |
| Crude fiber | 6 % |
| Moisture | 9 % |
| Metabolizable energy | 3647 kcal/kg |
How much to feed per day
Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3647 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (RER) of the cat by body weight. Adjust according to veterinary guidance — the formula does not account for activity level, neutering or individual clinical conditions.
| Weight of the cat | Energy requirement | Recommended serving |
|---|---|---|
| 3 kg | 146 kcal/day | 40 g/day |
| 4 kg | 177 kcal/day | 49 g/day |
| 5 kg | 206 kcal/day | 56 g/day |
| 6 kg | 233 kcal/day | 64 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 Salmon
- 2Chicken Meal
- 3Brown Rice
- 4Oatmeal
- 5Barley
- 6Pea Protein
- 7Peas
- 8Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
- 9Menhaden Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids)
- 10Powdered Cellulose
What we like
- ✓conservantes naturais
- ✓taurina declarada
- ✓L-carnitina
- ✓carnes frescas
www.bluebuffalo.com — verificado 2026-08-30
Frequently asked questions about Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor
- What is the technical score of Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor?
- Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor (Blue Buffalo) scores 79.2/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (66 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (90 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 Tastefuls Indoor have?
- On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor has 35.16% protein and 16.48% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
- Is Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor a good food for cats?
- Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Indoor is "High Standard" (score 79.2/100). Strengths: conservantes naturais, taurina declarada, L-carnitina. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.