Blue Buffalo Wilderness Large Breed Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24 lb. Bag

BLUE Wilderness Large Breed Dry Dog Food is made with more of the salmon dogs love and formulated to meet the unique nutritional needs of large dogs. This Grain Free recipe features a precise balance of carbohydrates and calories to meet your large breed dog’s energy needs. BLUE Wilderness dog food is a product of the Blue Buffalo company. Based in the United States, Blue Buffalo makes premium-quality pet foods featuring real meat, fruit and vegetables.

 

Product Features:

• BLUE Wilderness natural dry dog food satisfies the spirit of the wolf in your canine with more of the meat dogs love. This high protein, grain free formula starts with delicious, protein-rich chicken, features antioxidant-rich LifeSource Bits and is enhanced with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Specially formulated for adult dogs, the high-quality protein plus complex carbohydrates from fruits and vegetables help support your dog’s energy needs
• PACKED WITH REAL CHICKEN: A recipe made to satisfy your dog’s natural love for meat, this high protein dog food features real chicken to help build and maintain lean muscle mass
• HEALTHY INGREDIENTS: BLUE Wilderness large breed dog food is made with the ingredients to help support your breed’s unique needs including glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health; Plus, it contains omega 3 & 6 fatty acids for skin and coat health
• ANTIOXIDANT-RICH LIFESOURCE BITS: A precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals carefully selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to support immune system health, life stage needs and a healthy oxidative balance
• A NATURAL DOG FOOD: BLUE dry dog food is made with the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals; BLUE contains NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors or preservatives

Ingredients:

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Peas, Tapioca Starch, Menhaden Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Pea Starch, Pea Protein, Dried Tomato Pomace, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Fiber, Dried Egg Product, Fish Oil (source of Eicosapentaenoic Acid), Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, DL-Methionine, Potatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, L-Carnitine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Juice for color, Salt, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Copper Sulfate, Biotin (Vitamin B7), Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Chondroitin Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Iodate, Dried Yeast, Dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, Dried Aspergillus nyjer fermentation extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary.

 

Guaranteed Analysis:

BLUE Wilderness Nature’s Evolutionary Diet with Chicken for Large Breed Dogs is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Crude Protein (Min.)	32.0%
Crude Fat (Min.)	13.0%
Crude Fiber (Max.)	7.0%
Moisture (Max.)	10.0%
EPA* (Min.)	0.1%
Calcium (Min.)	1.2%
Phosphorus (Min.)	0.9%
Taurine* (Min.)	0.1%
Omega 3 Fatty Acids* (Min.)	0.75%
Omega 6 Fatty Acids* (Min.)	2.25%
L-Carnitine* (Min.)	100 mg/kg
Glucosamine* (Min.)	700 mg/kg
Chondroitin Sulfate* (Min.)	550 mg/kg

*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. 

Caloric Content: 3,487 kcal/kg, 377 kcal/cup

 

Feeding Guide: 

Weight Range	Daily Feeding (Cups)
50 – 70 lbs.	3 to 4
71 – 100 lbs.	4 to 5
Over 100 lbs.	Feed 5 cups plus ½ cup for each 20 lbs. over 100 lbs. body weight.

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. BLUE Wilderness with LifeSource Bits^® will provide your dog with superior nutrition plus a unique nutrient and antioxidant package specifically formulated for his needs.

 

Meal Frequency: 2 Meals Per Day

 

Preparation Options:
Dry – Crunchy and delicious nutrition nuggets and LifeSource Bits right from the bag.
Dry with Water – Add warm water and mix to fully release flavors and aroma.

 

Fresh Water: Be sure to have a clean bowl of cool, fresh water available at all times.

 

Transition Instructions:

Start by mixing 25% of BLUE with your dog’s old food, and gradually increase the proportion of BLUE over the next 14 days.