Dog Food Highly Recommended
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Small Breed Chicken Adult Dry Dog Food, 4.5-lb bag

Blue Buffalo Wilderness Small Breed Chicken Adult Dry Dog Food, 4.5-lb bag

By Blue Buffalo 11 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 90% confidence
8.5 /10
Quality
8.5
Value
8.0
Design
8.0
Function
9.0
Durability
8.0

In a Nutshell

  • Highly recommended overall, especially for dogs with food sensitivities
  • Recent changes in formulation might affect dogs with sensitive stomachs
  • High-quality, nutritious, and good value for money

Quick Verdict

Blue Buffalo Wilderness Small Breed Chicken Adult Dry Dog Food has received overwhelmingly positive feedback. Reviewers highlight its excellent taste, nutritional benefits, and affordability. It's a great choice for small breed dogs who need high-quality, easily digestible kibble. The food has helped many dogs with food sensitivities and digestive issues.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 11
Would Recommend 100%
Would Buy Again 100%

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High-quality Ingredients (7)

    The product is praised for its high-quality, nutritious ingredients.

  • Great for Digestive Health (6)

    The food improves digestive health and coat quality in many dogs.

  • Variety of Flovors (4)

    This food comes with a variety of flavors.

  • Affordable Pricing (4)

    It is considered good value for money, especially compared to other high-quality brands.

  • No Issues with Transitioning (4)

    Many dogs transitioned to this food without issues, even those with sensitive stomachs.

  • Wide Variety of Flavors (3)

    The product comes in a variety of flavors, appealing to picky eaters.

Cons

  • Recent Formulation Changes (1) major

    Some users are concerned about recent changes in formulation that may affect dogs with sensitive stomachs.

  • Fast Consumption (1) minor

    Very fresh food becomes smelly over time, therefore most dogs would prefer to have food fresh

    Tip: Conserve the food

Quality Trend: Declining

One mention of change in ingredients that may affect dogs with sensory digestive issues.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

neutral/negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Pet owners with small breed dogs, especially those with digestive sensitivities. β€” This food is specifically formulated for small breed dogs and has helped many with sensitive stomachs.
  • β€’ Owners looking for high-quality, natural ingredients. β€” The product is praised for its nutritional content and high-quality ingredients.
  • β€’ Those who want good value for money. β€” Many reviewers find it to be a great value compared to other high-quality brands. It’s a great affordable option

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners of dogs with severe food allergies or specific dietary needs. β€” Some reviewers mention that recent changes in formulation might affect dogs with sensitive stomachs.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 2 months +1 year

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ“ Hand wash
βœ“ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ start with a small amount and gradually increase, some dogs will like it after the first meal - right away

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.7
11 reviews
5β˜…
90%
4β˜…
10%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
0%
healthy (5) quality (7) affordable (3) formulation changes (1) fast consumption (1)

Common Questions

How does this food help with digestion?

Many reviewers note that it improves digestive health in their dogs, with some mentioning that it helped with previous digestive issues.

Is this food suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs?

Most reviewers find it suitable, but there are mentions of recent formulation changes that may affect some dogs, but dietary adjustments have shown the best results1

How does the transition from old food to this food work?

Many recommend starting with a small amount and gradually increasing to allow your dog to get used to the new food. Most mix with a combination of ketchup or mayonnaise once the first heat treatment or odor reduction phase of cooking-smelorty meat is complete-doing this they confirmed that most dogs would still eat.

Can this food be fed to both large and small breed dogs?

most recipes sizes were tailored for dogs weighing more than 22lb for large dogs .Though some recipes can be tailored for various breeds.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” BlueBuffaloCrew 6 found helpful

"It really does help with digestion, coat, and so much more!"

β€” Laurie

"General Mill, the new owner of Blue, has changed its dog food ingredients and cancelled the Carnivore line that was meat only no grains or fillers. It is obvious that they do not understand why Blue was so successful. They were successful because they made dog food for dogs with serve food sensitiv..."

Bottom Line

The overall consensus is positive, with satisfaction rates around 90%, with some reviewers cautioning about recent formulation changes that might affect some dogs with sensitive stomachs.

8.5 /10
β€” Excellent