- REAL CHICKEN FIRST: This Blue Buffalo natural dry dog food is made with real, high-quality chicken as the #1 ingredient
- NUTRITION FOR SMALL BREED DOGS: This small breed senior dog food promotes joint health with Glucosamine and Chondroitin
- IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT: This small breed dog food features exclusive antioxidant-rich LifeSource Bits
- HEALTHY, WHOLESOME INGREDIENTS: This small breed dog food is made with no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals and no corn, wheat, or soy
- Contains: One (1) 5-lb trial-size bag of BLUE Life Protection Formula Small Breed Senior Dry Dog 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
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Senior Dry Dog Food, Supports Joint Health and Immunity, Made with Natural Ingredients, Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe, 5-lb Bag
$20.99 Original price was: $20.99.$17.48Current price is: $17.48.
| Item model number | 803955 |
|---|---|
| Date First Available | January 3, 2021 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.35 x 9.57 x 4.57 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.25 x 8.25 x 5.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 5 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Blue Buffalo |
| Target Audience Keyword | Dogs |
| Directions | Up to 5 lbs. 1/4 – 1/2 cup* 6 to 10 lbs. 1/2 – 1 cup* 11 to 15 lbs. 1 – 1 ¼ cup* 16 to 20 lbs. 1 ¼ – 1 ½ cups* 21 to 25 lbs. 1 ½ – 1 ¾ cups* 26 to 30 lbs. 1 ¾ – 2 cups* *Use a standard 8-oz. measuring cup. Note: Individual dog's requirements may vary due to age, breed, environment, and activity level. Adjust food as required to maintain optimal body condition, and ask your veterinarian if you are unsure. |
| Model Name | BLUE |
| Color | 5 Pound (Pack of 1) |
| Size | 5 Pound (Pack of 1) |
| Age Range Description | Senior |
| Care Instructions | Be sure to have a clean dish of cool, fresh water available at all times. |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd |
| Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds |
| Included Components | Contains one (1) 5 lb. Bag of BLUE Life Protection Formula Small Breed Senior Dry Dog Food, Chicken and Brown Rice |
| Specific Uses for Product | Coat |
28 reviews for Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Senior Dry Dog Food, Supports Joint Health and Immunity, Made with Natural Ingredients, Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe, 5-lb Bag
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Tanya –
Great quality, good size for the price paid . Not a bad smell , my dog loves it , no diarrhea or issues using the bathroom .
Paulette –
Good product, but very pricey! Not sure it’s worth the money!
Kindle Customer –
My cat loves this food. He is picky and great quality
Constance C. Sloan –
My dog loves it. No need to say any more.
NinjaFlower –
*A Game-Changer for My Small Furry Friend!*
My tiny pup has sensitive tummies, but this food has been a lifesaver! The kibble is perfectly sized, and the ingredients are gentle on their stomach. I’ve noticed a huge difference in their energy levels and coat health.
The brand is transparent about their sourcing, and I appreciate the commitment to quality. My pup loves the taste, and I love the peace of mind knowing they’re getting the nutrients they need.
Highly recommend for small breeds or pups with sensitive tummies!
Emma C –
Been feeding my small dog those and she likes them a lot. They are of good quality..no meat by product. And the little piece make it easy for her to chew.
Thomas –
We have been buying Blue Buffalo for 8 years and its is the best our beagle loves it. He was on the healthy weight, now that he is a senior citizen…we put him on Life Protection. I wish I had bought more bags at $25 for a #15 Lb. bag. Now its $42.00, oh well you cant beat Prime days. We are still purchasing it, because it is that.
Racetalker1320 –
Doggo has been on this food since getting through puppy hood. 12 years old now and very healthy. She enjoys the food. I feel this is a trustworthy brand
TG –
MY DOGS SEEM TO LIKE THIS FOOD. IT IS FREASH, CRUNCHY TO KEEP THEIR TEETH CLEAN. IT IS A GOOD VALUE FOR THE MONEY, IT DOES NOT HAVE ANY BAD SMELLS FROM WHAT I CAN TELL.
Thomas –
My cat loves this food. He is picky and great quality
Diane Padilla –
We have been buying Blue Buffalo for 8 years and its is the best our beagle loves it. He was on the healthy weight, now that he is a senior citizen…we put him on Life Protection. I wish I had bought more bags at $25 for a #15 Lb. bag. Now its $42.00, oh well you cant beat Prime days. We are still purchasing it, because it is that.
Tracie W. –
This is my favorite food for my aging chihuahua mixed dogs. Meat is the first ingredient and the rest of the ingredients are tailored for older dogs and have a mix of meats and vegetables. What I like best is that it is made specifically for small dogs and the kibble is small. Too many brands have only one size and little dogs get forgotten about. This food is great on my dogs stomachs and gives them no digestive problems. It is kind of pricey for just 15 pounds but worth the money.
TG –
My yorkie seems to eat the light brown triangular pieces, but spits out all the dark brown round pieces.
Not sure what this is all about – wondering if anyone else has the same experience. I wouldn’t say my dog is necessarily a picky eater.
Diane Padilla –
MY DOGS SEEM TO LIKE THIS FOOD. IT IS FREASH, CRUNCHY TO KEEP THEIR TEETH CLEAN. IT IS A GOOD VALUE FOR THE MONEY, IT DOES NOT HAVE ANY BAD SMELLS FROM WHAT I CAN TELL.
Brittany McCue –
I switched my older small-breed female dog to Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Small Breed Senior (Chicken & Brown Rice) because I wanted something that supported joint health and immunity without upsetting her stomach. We’ve been using it for a bit now, and I’m really happy with the results.
First, she loves the taste—no more sniffing the bowl and walking away. The small kibble size is perfect for her little mouth, and it’s easy for her to chew. I also noticed her digestion seems more settled (less gassy, more consistent), which is always a win with seniors.
The biggest change has been in her energy and mobility. She’s not suddenly a puppy again, but she’s definitely got more pep on walks and seems less stiff when getting up from naps. I also appreciate that it’s made with natural ingredients, and the chicken & rice recipe feels like a solid, dependable option for a senior pup.
The bag is a great size too—15 lbs lasts a while for a small dog, and it stays fresh if you store it in a sealed container.
If you have a senior small-breed dog, especially one you’re trying to support with joints and overall health, I’d absolutely recommend giving this a try. It’s been a great fit for my sweet girl.
MariaP –
Great food and our poodle loves it.
sdbookie –
Dogs love it and no GI isdues
ericka –
My dog had previously been on low fat diet with a prescription brand of dog food (HS). Small size every 3 weeks easily for the last 7 years runs me about 70.00 bucks a pop. His prescription expired and I decided to find an online low fat diet with a better price tag. Slowly weaned him to this product in about one week. No issues and we are on our second month saving about 700.00 bucks a year now I figure…Awesome!
Annie Rood –
Quality is key my dog loves her dog food tries to eat more every day
Mike adams –
Good for my dogs..
Samantha –
I believe this is the best food option for my 17 year old small dog. It has glucosamine + chondroitin which is very important for aging dogs bones. L-carnitine is very important for dogs heart health. It has a lot of beneficial ingredients!! Won’t be using another dry food from another brand for him ❤️
Sherry –
My dog has stomach issues. The vet put her on a prescription pet food. That did not help. I thought I would give this a try and it WORKED! This is the only food she can eat that keeps her poop solid.
Tricia –
I have an older dog that has had a lot of health issues. We switched to this brand when the brand we used forever was out of stock. We never switched back to his original brand. He has done so well with this food, less GI and urinary issues, and he has been a happy old man.
pamela –
Good for small dog
Moresold –
My senior dog loves this food. I’m so glad blue buffalo came out with a senior formula with the smaller kibbles. Thank you
LuvDachsies –
My Sofie loves this kibble. Her veterinarian and I love that she’s thriving on this senior formula
Mr.Morales213 –
My dog loves this food best for price and quality!
Gabriel Benavides –
We have a senior dog and for some reason all other kind of foods would upset her stomach. We tried giving her wet food since most of her teeth have fallen out. Yet this is hard food we realized that it is the only food that has helped her used the restroom the way a dog is supposed to go. One day I accidentally poor water in her food and realized that it softened it, so if you have a senior dog like me this might also be an alternative and with a little bit of water it will help them chew it better.