Providing your furry companion with a healthy diet is one way to shower your love on them. Healthy foods should contain high-grade ingredients including premium proteins, healthy grains, healthy fats, and essential vitamins and minerals to support their overall health and wellness.
One special dog food formulated to provide your dog with these nutritional benefits is the Blue Wilderness Dog Food. Blue Wilderness is a branch of Blue Buffalo pet that offers different recipes of quality dog foods made with carefully selected premium ingredients intended to give your dog all the goodness they should get from a healthy delicious meal.
They offer a variety of products including dry and wet dog foods and treats. They also have categories like large-breed dog food, small-breed dog food, high-protein diets, and so on. Let us dive into some recipes you may find interesting…
- Chicken with Wholesome Grains Recipe
Blue Wilderness Chicken with Wholesome Grain Recipe is a delicious puppy dry diet formulated with protein-rich deboned chicken and grains including oats, barley, and brown rice for healthy carbohydrates. It is specially made for puppies to enhance their activities and strength. It contains essential nutrients and minerals carefully selected by veterinarians and animal nutritionists for your puppy’s immune system and overall growth and development.
Ingredients:
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Dried Chicken, Oatmeal, Barley, Salmon Meal, Brown Rice, Dried Tomato, Pomace, Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Dried Egg Product, Potatoes, Fish Oil (source of ARA-Arachidonic Acid and DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Salt, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, L-Threonine, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice for color, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Copper Sulfate, Biotin (Vitamin B7), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Taurine, 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 niger fermentation extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary.
Guaranteed Anaysis:
| Crude Protein (min) | 36.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 16.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 5.0% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.0% |
| DHA (min) | 0.15% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.2% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 1.0% |
| Choline (min) | 27500 mg/kg |
| ARA (min) | 0.05% |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min) | 1.0% |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min) | 2.75% |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content: 3,748 Kcals/kg, 433 Kcals/cup
Feeding Instructions:
| Weight (lbs) | 1 to 3 months (cups) | 3 to 5 months (cups) | 5 to 7 months (cups) | 7 to 12 months (cups) |
| Up to 5 | ½ – 1 | ½ – ¾ | ¼ – ½ | ¼ – ½ |
| 6 to 10 | 1 – 1 ½ | ¾ – 1 | ½ – 1 | ½ – ¾ |
| 11 to 20 | 1 ½ – 2 ½ | 1 – 1 ¾ | 1 – 1 ½ | ¾ – 1 ¼ |
| 21 to 40 | 2 ½ – 4 ¼ | 1 ¾ – 2 ¾ | 1 ½ – 2 ½ | 1 ¼ – 2 ¼ |
| 41 to 60 | 4 ¼ – 5 ¾ | 2 ¾ – 3 ¾ | 2 ½ – 3 ½ | 2 ¼ – 3 |
Use a standard 8-oz. measuring c
Your dog’s food needs might differ as a result of thier age, breed or activity. Ensure to maintain a healthy feeding routine to avoid your dog from becoming overweight. You may ask your vet if you are unsure.
- Salmon with Wholesome Grains Recipe
Blue Wilderness Salmon with Wholesome Grains Recipe is formulated for large breed adult dogs. It is made with protein-rich salmon and grains like oats, barley, and brown rice and fortified with glucosamine and chondroitin to support your large breed god’s joint health and activity. It also contains essential vitamins and minerals to boost your dog’s immune sysyem and overall health
Ingredients:
Deboned Salmon, Salmon Meal (source of Omega 3 fatty acids), Chicken meal, Oatmeal, Barley, Brown Rice, Dried Chicken, Dried Tomato, Pomace, Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Dried Egg Product, Potatoes, Fish Oil (source of ARA-Arachidonic Acid and DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Salt, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, L-Threonine, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice for color, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Copper Sulfate, Biotin (Vitamin B7), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Taurine, 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 niger fermentation extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary.
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (min) | 32.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 14.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 6.0% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.0% |
| EPA (min) | 0.1% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.0% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.75% |
| Taurine (min) | 0.1% |
| L-Carnitine (min) | 100 mg/kg |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min) | 1.0% |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min) | 2.5% |
| Glucosamine (min) | 700 mg/kg |
| Chondroitin Sulfate (min) | 550 mg/kg |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content: 3,590 Kcals/kg, 388Kcals/cup
Feeding Instruction:
| Weight (lbs) | Cups per day |
| 50 – 70 | 3 – 3 ¾ |
| 71 – 100 | 3 ¾ – 5 |
| Over 100 | Feed 5 cups + ½ cup for each additional 20 lbs |
Your dog’s food needs might differ as a result of thier age, breed or activity. Ensure to maintain a healthy feeding routine to avoid your dog from becoming overweight. You may ask your vet if you are unsure.
- Chicken Dinner with Garden Vegetables
Blue Wilderness Chicken Dinner with Garden Vegetables is a wet puppy food formulayed with hogh-qiality chicken, wholesome grains, garden fruits and vegetables to enhance your puppy’s overall growth and development. It contains no artificial preservatives or filler.
Ingredients:
Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Carrots, Peas, Pea Flour, Sweet Potatoes, Brown Rice, Barley, Fish Oil (source of DHA-Docosahexanoic Acid), Oatmeal, Flaxseed (source of Omega 3 and 6 Fatty Acids), Guar Gum, DiCalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Cassia Gum, Carrageenan, Cranberries, Blueberries, Choline Chloride, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Cobalt Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin Supplement (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), preserved with Mixed Tocopherols.
Guaranteed Anaysis:
| Crude Protein (min) | 9.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 6.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 1.3% |
| Moisture (max) | 78.0% |
| DHA (min) | 0.05% |
| Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min) | 0.3% |
| Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min) | 0.9% |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content: 1,190 Kcals/kg, 422 Kcals/can
Feeding Instructions:
Up to 11 weeks of age, feed as much as your puppy will eat in 3 or 4 feedings per day. Weeks 12 to 26, feed 1 can per 5 lbs. of body weight per day. Weeks 27 to 52, feed ⅔ of a can per 5 lbs. of body weight per day.
You can refrigerate unused portion.
Your dog’s food needs might differ as a result of thier age, breed or activity. Ensure to maintain a healthy feeding routine to avoid your dog from becoming overweight. You may ask your vet if you are unsure.
- Hearty Beef Stew
Blue Wilderness Hearty Beef Stew is a sumptous grain-free wet food so in case your dog’s tummy is sensitive to grains, this could be an option. It is formulated with tasty chunks of beef, whole peas carrots and potatoes all made into a thick, savory gravy. It is made with premium ingredients and contains no artificial fillers or preservatives.
Ingredients:
Beef, Beef Broth, Water, Beef Liver, Dried Egg Product, Chicken, Peas, Carrots, Potatoes, Potato Starch, Guar Gum, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Caramel Color, Potassium Chloride, Natural Flavor, Choline Chloride, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Cobalt Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin Supplement (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9).
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (min) | 8.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 3.5% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 1.0% |
| Moisture (max) | 82.0% |
Calorie Content: 907Kcals/kg, 322 Kcals/can
Feeding Instructions:
Feed 1 to 1½ cans for every 10 lbs. of body weight per day.
Refrigerate unused portion.
Your dog’s food needs might differ as a result of thier age, breed or activity. Ensure to maintain a healthy feeding routine to avoid your dog from becoming overweight. You may ask your vet if you are unsure.
All the listed products and more can be purchased on Blue Wilderness official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grains are used in the new BLUE Wilderness diets and why?
BLUE Wilderness contains:
- Barley: Whole grain with the hull and bran — an excellent source of soluble fiber, plus carbohydrates and B vitamins for digestive health.
- Brown Rice: Whole grain that provides essential B vitamins, minerals, and high-quality complex carbohydrates for energy and fiber.
- Oats (oatmeal): Oatmeal is wholesome, high-quality grain rich in B vitamins that gives dogs the energy they need.
Are there any risks to feeding grains? What if my dog is allergic?
While grains provide nutrition for dogs, some people choose to avoid grains for various reasons. Grains are not common allergens in most dogs, but if your dog is allergic to a specific grain or ingredient, you should avoid it. Blue Buffalo foods never contain corn, wheat, or soy.
Why does BLUE have both grain-free diets and diets with grains?
The body recognizes, digests, and uses both grains and grain-free carbohydrates for energy, and both are part of a complete and balanced diet. BLUE has a variety of both grain-in and grain-free diets so that Pet Parents can choose which ingredients and formulas they prefer to feed their pets.