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BLUE Wilderness - Chicken Recipe

Adult
Regular
Indoor and Outdoor
Grain-Free
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Blue Buffalo

BLUE Wilderness - Chicken Recipe

Adult
Regular
Indoor and Outdoor
Grain-Free
AAFCO White Logo
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Product Summary

Blue Buffalo: BLUE Wilderness – Chicken Recipe is a high-protein, grain-free dry food inspired by the natural diet of wild cats.

Deboned chicken is the first ingredient, delivering high-quality animal protein to support muscle development and energy.

The formula includes antioxidant-rich ingredients like blueberries, cranberries, and sweet potatoes to support immune health and provide essential vitamins.

Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids from flaxseed and fish meal promote a shiny coat and healthy skin.

Exclusive LifeSource Bits™ offer a precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals to meet the needs of each life stage and support overall health.

The recipe does not contain chicken by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors, or preservatives.

 

Pros:

  • High Protein Content: Contains 40% protein from deboned chicken, chicken meal, and fish meal, supporting muscle maintenance and energy for active cats.
  • Blueberries, cranberries, and LifeSource Bits are rich in antioxidants, which boost the immune system and combat oxidative stress.
  • Skin and Coat Health: Omega-3 (0.5%) and omega-6 (3.25%) fatty acids improve coat quality and reduce shedding.
  • Digestive Support: Ingredients like dried chicory root and pea fiber enhance gut health and promote nutrient absorption.
  • Taurine Enrichment: Contains 0.15% taurine to support heart function and vision, essential for feline health.

 

Cons:

  • Moderate Fiber Content: At 4%, the fiber level may not fully address hairball issues for long-haired or indoor cats.
  • Pea Protein Inclusion: Pea protein contributes to the protein total, which may dilute the overall quality of animal-based protein.
  • Complex Formula: The long ingredient list may not appeal to owners preferring simpler recipes.
  • Limited Omega-3: The omega-3 content (0.5%) is lower than some other premium formulas.

 

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken
Chicken Meal
Pea Protein
Tapioca Starch
Peas
Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids)
Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
Dried Egg Product
Pea Fiber
Natural Flavor
and also:
Flaxseed (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Calcium Chloride, Potassium Sulfate, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Taurine, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Potassium Chloride, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Vegetable Juice for color, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley, Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary

Notes

The score is calculated after relocation of fresh meat or fish ingredient(s) as explained in the calculation rule #7 in Chapter 1.

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
40%
Crude Fat
18%
Crude Fiber
4%
Moisture
9%
Omega 3
0.5%
Omega 6
3.25%
Metabolizable Energy
3835 kcal/kg

Notes

The score is calculated after relocation of fresh meat or fish ingredient(s) as explained in the calculation rule #7 in Chapter 1.

Product last updated: January 18, 2025, 1:14 AM

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Why this score?

24.2% carbohydrates of combination P
-13
Low protein content
-6
Gluten at 1st place after meat
-9
Fresh Only Meat/Poultry/Fish ingredient at 1st place
3
Food colors
-2
Chelated minerals
2

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How the score is calculated?

The actual calculation of the score is based on sophisticated and advanced algorithm that takes into account multiple parameters.

To simplify the explanation, the calculation is based on three main criteria:

(1) Amount of protein (more is better)

(2) Amount of carbohydrates (less is better)

(3) Quality and source of ingredients.

Based on that 3 main criteria, 9 score calculation rules are used to compare the different foods.

One major assumption is that the closer an ingredient is to the top of the ingredient list, the greater its relative weight and contribution to the food.

In general, cat food is composed of protein, fats, carbohydrates, fibers, vitamins, and minerals.

Protein is the most important component in a cat’s diet, and cats primarily get their protein from animal meat.

Fat is a primary source of energy and essential fatty acids.

Carbohydrates are controversial in a cat’s diet, as cats are obligate carnivores and typically consume very few carbohydrates.

Fibers play an important role in digestion and food absorption, and vitamins and minerals are essential for different organism functions.

Dry matter values are used to compare the amount of nutrients in different cat foods.
This means that moisture is excluded from the equation to provide a more accurate comparison.

Putting all of these and more into a formula results in a product score.

The maximum score a cat food can receive is 100.
Points are added or removed based on the score calculation rules.