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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag

4.6(310 ratings)

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  • Last seen at $14.97 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Lamb & Oatmeal is a dry puppy food built on real lamb as the first ingredient, with oatmeal as the main grain. It adds DHA and ARA, fatty acids found in mother's milk, plus choline for brain and eye development. It also includes LifeSource Bits, small dark kibble pieces cold-formed to keep their antioxidants potent. It suits owners who want a lamb-based puppy food without chicken as the lead protein, and it competes with Purina Pro Plan and Hill's puppy formulas on named meat first and added DHA.

Best forPuppies on a lamb-based dietOwners avoiding chicken as the first proteinLarge-breed puppies during growthHomes that want added DHA for development
Pros
  • Real lamb is the first ingredient
  • Oatmeal as the main grain instead of corn or wheat
  • DHA, ARA and choline for brain and eye development
  • LifeSource Bits add antioxidant-rich pieces
  • Widely available in small bags for trial or travel
Cons
  • LifeSource Bits are often picked out and left behind
  • Some puppies get loose stools when switching over
  • Contains chicken meal and fish meal, so not a single-protein food
  • Kibble size and smell divide owners

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag prices at every store

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    In stockSold by Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.Returns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $14.97+ $5.99 shippingChecked Nov 9
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What reviewers say

  • 4.6 / 5310 ratings

Owners rate it highly overall, with most praise for palatability and shiny coats. A recurring complaint is that puppies eat around the LifeSource Bits, and some report softer stools during the switch.

What people mention
  • PalatabilityPraisedOwners say most puppies finish the bowl quickly and ask for more.
  • LifeSource BitsCriticisedMany puppies pick out the dark bits and leave them behind.
  • StoolMixedSome owners report firmer stools, while others see loose stools during the switch.
  • CoatPraisedOwners describe shinier coats and healthy skin after a few weeks.
  • IngredientsMixedBuyers like lamb first but note chicken meal and fish meal are still in the recipe.

About the Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Lamb & Oatmeal is a dry food made for puppies. It is formulated to support healthy growth and development. Real lamb is the first ingredient, in a recipe of natural ingredients with added vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

The puppy formula contains DHA and ARA, fatty acids found in mother's milk. It also contains choline. Together they support brain and eye development.

Like all BLUE dry foods, it includes LifeSource Bits, which are rich in antioxidants. The bits are cold-formed to retain their potency.

Size
5 lb bag
Flavor
Lamb & Oatmeal
Life stage
Puppy
Food type
Dry dog food
First ingredient
Real lamb
Key nutrients
DHA, ARA, choline, vitamins and minerals
Special pieces
LifeSource Bits, cold-formed and antioxidant-rich

Specifications

size
5 lbsSource
ib_pet_food_flavor
LambSource
color
BrownSource

Questions and answers

Is this food good for large-breed puppies?
It is formulated for puppies generally, with DHA and choline for development. Large-breed owners should watch portion size and growth rate, since the bag gives feeding amounts by weight and age.
Does it contain chicken?
Lamb is the first ingredient, but the recipe also lists chicken meal and fish meal. It is not a single-protein or chicken-free food.
What are LifeSource Bits?
They are small dark kibble pieces with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, cold-formed to keep those nutrients potent. Some puppies eat around them.
How do I switch my puppy onto it?
Transition over about a week, mixing increasing amounts of the new food with the old. Owners who switch abruptly often report loose stools.
Is the 5 lb bag enough for a large puppy?
It is best for small puppies, trial, or travel. A large-breed puppy will go through it quickly, so a bigger bag makes more sense for daily feeding.
Is it suitable for adult dogs?
No. It is a puppy formula with higher fat and development nutrients. Adult dogs should get an adult maintenance food.
Where is the Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag cheapest?
At Walmart, for $14.97, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dry Dog Food Lamb & Oatmeal 5lb Bag?
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 310 ratings.

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