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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Senior Chicken-Free Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag

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  • Chicken-Free
  • No Corn No Wheat No Soy
  • Hip & Joint Support
  • Vitamins & Minerals
  • Senior
  • All Breeds

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  • Real salmon is the first ingredient, providing high-quality protein for your senior pup.
  • This senior dog food contains glucosamine and chondroitin to help support joint health and mobility.
  • This food has no chicken, corn, wheat, or soy and no poultry by-product meals.
  • This formula includes LifeSource Bits that are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals to help support immune system health and life stage needs.
  • Made specifically for senior dogs, this food provides a balanced blend of essential nutrients to help keep them feeling lively and youthful.

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About BLUE Life Protection Formula Dry Dog Food

The Original Healthy Formula That Started It All

BLUE Life Protection Formula always features high-quality real meat, healthy fruits and wholesome whole grains. Like all BLUE foods, it's made from the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals.

Finding the Right Food for Your Best Pal Is Easy

BLUE has more breed size and life stage-specific foods than any other natural pet food. You'll find healthy, delicious BLUE Life Protection Formula recipes for toy, small and large breeds as well as puppies, adults and senior dogs

The True BLUE Promise

BLUE is formulated with only the finest natural ingredients:

Always features protein-rich real meat

NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals

NO corn, wheat or soy

A Sampling of Premium Natural Ingredients
APPLES: Good source of antioxidants, vitamin A, vitamin C and dietary fiber, which promotes overall gastrointestinal health.
SPINACH: Rich in carotenoids, including beta-carotene and lutein, and also contains quercetin, a phytochemical with antioxidant properties.
BLUEBERRIES: Loaded with vitamins C and E, healthy carbs, fiber and powerful antioxidants for immune system support and urinary tract health.
PUMPKIN: Rich in beta-carotene, vitamin A, iron, potassium, magnesium and zinc, plus a good source of fiber to help regulate digestion.

Exclusive LifeSource Bits

All BLUE dry food formulas feature a precise blend of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to help promote immune system health, fulfill life stage requirements and support a healthy oxidative balance.

Formulated to Help Dogs Thrive

HEALTHY MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT: High-quality protein plus protein meal and egg help promote strong muscles. Small breed formulas are precisely blended to help meet small and toy breeds' higher energy needs. Large breed formulas feature L-carnitine to help promote lean muscle mass.

STRONG BONES AND TEETH: Calcium, phosphorus and essential vitamins help promote strong bones and teeth. Small breed formulas feature special "small-bite" kibble for easier chewing and tartar removal. Large breed formulas contain glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint function and mobility.

HEALTHY SKIN, COAT AND IMMUNE SYSTEM: Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids help promote a shiny coat and healthy skin. Essential vitamins, chelated minerals and important antioxidants help support the immune system.

About BLUE Buffalo

Blue Buffalo began with unconditional love and some furry inspiration from a large breed Airedale, Blue. When Blue's family started a pet food company, their vision was clear. They wanted every pet parent to be able to feed their pet with the same care they would feed family. So they created the #1 natural pet specialty food to help furry family members live happy, healthy lives. Of course, they named it after Blue.
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1 Customer Questions

What age is considered Senior for a mixed breed shepherd?

Answer by Chewy • Apr 23, 2026
This food is designed for senior dogs, typically 7 years and older.
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Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

85% Positive

Ingredients

88% Positive

Nutritional Balance

86% Positive

Protein Source

88% Positive

29 Customer Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Gzeus on Jan 9, 2026
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Blue Buffalo Goodness.....

A good meal for your beloved pets starts at home. Who needs a fishing pole to catch salmon for your dogs? Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Senior Chicken-Free

A good meal for your beloved pets starts at home. Who needs a fishing pole to catch salmon for your dogs? Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Senior Chicken-Free Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food is the next best thing for their appetite. When you open the bag, you can practically smell the salmon. The dry kibble is solid and has a pleasant aroma. This is a very small kibble. It's corn, chicken, wheat, and soy-free, with no chicken-by-product meals. Designed for senior dogs 7 years and older, it provides a balanced blend of essential nutrients to help them feel their best. As soon as it hit their bowls, they dove in. Zeus turned and smiled at me. Zara started licking her lips. They both looked up, begging for more. I got a paw up from them. They both enjoyed this treat. I highly recommend this product for your senior dogs—it's truly a top choice for their health and happiness. I am glad the product can be purchased in larger quantities for bigger dogs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Dawnyd on Jan 7, 2026
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My dogs loved it.

I've been wanting to try Blu Buffalo for a while now. I love that this is chicken free without any poultry by products since one of my dogs I suspect to be allergic

I've been wanting to try Blu Buffalo for a while now. I love that this is chicken free without any poultry by products since one of my dogs I suspect to be allergic. The 1st ingredient is salmon which is another plus and it's geared towards dogs 7 years old and older. I have 2 dogs over the age of 8. I feel my dogs enjoyed this food so I am now considering switching my two senior dogs to this product.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bunny Chihuahua on Feb 3, 2026
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Crunchy and tasty!

Although my senior chihuahua barely has any teeth remaining, he loves eating Blue Buffalo salmon and brown rice recipe. This is used as a generous topper on his

Although my senior chihuahua barely has any teeth remaining, he loves eating Blue Buffalo salmon and brown rice recipe. This is used as a generous topper on his soft meals. He can be picky with certain foods and I was worried the kibble was too big, but he certainly enjoys this addition. It is a delight to hear him crunch away during breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By ColoradoDogMom on Jan 10, 2026
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Limited ingredient food

This food can be a good choice for dogs with allergies or digestive issues. This food is limited ingredient and does not have chicken. For a better kibble for seniors,

This food can be a good choice for dogs with allergies or digestive issues. This food is limited ingredient and does not have chicken. For a better kibble for seniors, this could be a good choice.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Susieq on Jan 9, 2026
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Good source of protein.

I like that the first ingredient was Salmon, this way I know that it is full of a good protein source and so good for the senior dogs joints. Healthy food is im

I like that the first ingredient was Salmon, this way I know that it is full of a good protein source and so good for the senior dogs joints. Healthy food is important.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bruce and Brunos Mom on Jan 6, 2026
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10/10 from Bruce!

I’m impressed! I definitely plan to continue my dog on this diet. He’s a 12 year old, very picky, terrier mix. He is sensitive to a lot of proteins and recently

I’m impressed! I definitely plan to continue my dog on this diet. He’s a 12 year old, very picky, terrier mix. He is sensitive to a lot of proteins and recently started having reactions when eating chicken. I really like that this formula contains no chicken at all. He immediately eats as soon as I put the food down, he loves how it tastes! The ingredients are great! A perfect blend for sensitive senior bellies. We approve!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cone Chew on Jan 14, 2026
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Blue Buffalo Salmon/Rice Dog Food

I would have to say that Blue Buffalo Salmon and Brown Rice food for dogs is a hit at my house. Both of my dogs seem to really like it. I think my Bullmastiff, Connie,

I would have to say that Blue Buffalo Salmon and Brown Rice food for dogs is a hit at my house. Both of my dogs seem to really like it. I think my Bullmastiff, Connie, is staying more full for a longer period of time than on her old food. Being a Bullmastiff, she will eat anytime, anywhere, and anything she can get. She usually starts to pace 30-40 mins before her dinner time of 5:00 but with this food she makes it until 5:00 or even a little later! Unheard of for her. My Akita/Lab/Chow rescue seems happy with it as well. Their breathe seems less fishy with the Blue Buffalo as well. One thing about using Salmon as a protein, it's easy on the tummy but it does make for some bad smelling breathe. I have not noticed this as much with the BB. Blue Buffalo is not an inexpensive food(none are these days) but I think it will be worth the extra money. A 2 paws up vote from Connie and Jeffrey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By BibisPack on Jan 11, 2026
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Senior Success

We have an old Beagle who has become picky-so surprising for a Beagle! She has not cared much for the “Mature/Old Lady” food we have been buying. This was our fourth

We have an old Beagle who has become picky-so surprising for a Beagle! She has not cared much for the “Mature/Old Lady” food we have been buying. This was our fourth brand of food and the only one she will eat completely, even with a topper. I like this food because she is allowed a larger amount calorically, so she is full after her meal. There has been no gastric distress with this food. Her stool is solid and she has not been passing gas. She has actually shown a little more spunk since being on this food. She has begun standing on her hind legs again, smelling for food on the counters, which hasn’t happened in probably a year! I am so pleased that she is happy with this food and I am happy that she seems to feel better after eating this brand for a month.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Good product on Jan 28, 2026
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Pretty good

The packaging is not very thick. I accidentally cut into the bag when I opened the product so I am unsure how much freshness seal it provides. There's two different

The packaging is not very thick. I accidentally cut into the bag when I opened the product so I am unsure how much freshness seal it provides. There's two different size pieces of food. The ingredients seem pretty good.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Rescue mama on Jan 9, 2026
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Not able to incorporate the new food yet

Since I currently feed my dogs the Blue Buffalo senior chicken and rice formula, I feel like I need to mix their current food at 1:1 for several days. I have not

Since I currently feed my dogs the Blue Buffalo senior chicken and rice formula, I feel like I need to mix their current food at 1:1 for several days. I have not opened the bag yet as I have a good supply of the current food on hand.