DESCRIPTION
BLUE Freedom Grain-Free Adult Dry Dog Food is made with chicken as the first ingredient, plus antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables for truly balanced nutrition. This wellness dog food is free from grains that contain gluten, which some Pet Parents choose to avoid. It's also formulated with an optimal balance of Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids to promote a shiny coat and healthy skin. And like all Blue Buffalo dog food recipes, this dog food contains no chicken (or poultry) by-product meals. It's also free from corn, wheat, and soy.
Key Benefits:
Item Number: 5173388
Brand: Blue Buffalo, BLUE Freedom
Food Type: Kibble
Breed Size: All
Life Stage: Adult (1-7 Years)
Nutritional Option: Grain Free, Natural, No Wheat, No Soy, No Corn, No Artificial Preservatives, No Artificial Colors, No Artificial Flavors, NO Chicken (or Poultry) By-Product Meals, Holistic
Health Consideration: Digestive Care, General Health, Hip & Joint, Immune System, Mobility, Muscle Tone, Shiny Coat, Skin & Coat
Flavor: Chicken
Weight: 24 lb; 109 cups per bag
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Ingredients:
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Potatoes, Peas, Tapioca Starch, Pea Starch, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Tomato Pomace, Pea Protein, Flaxseed (source of Omega 3 and 6 Fatty Acids), Turkey Meal, Natural Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, DL-Methionine, Pea Fiber, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Garlic, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice for color, Ferrous Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, 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), L-Carnitine, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Taurine, 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 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 24.0% min.
Crude Fat 14.0% min.
Crude Fiber 6.0% max.
Moisture 10.0% max.
Calcium 1.0% min.
Phosphorus 0.7% min.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids* 0.5% min.
Omega 6 Fatty Acids* 2.5% min.
Glucosamine* 400mg/kg min.
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles
Caloric Content: 3,583 Kcals/kg, 373 Kcals/cup
FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Meal Frequency:
Small Breed: 1 Meal Per Day
Medium/Large Breed: 2 Meals Per Day
Up to 15 lbs 1/2 to 1 1/4 cups*
16 to 25 lbs 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 cups*
26 to 40 lbs 1 3/4 to 2 1/2 cups*
41 to 60 lbs 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cups*
61 to 80 lbs 3 1/2 to 4 1/4 cups*
81 to 100 lbs 4 1/4 to 5 1/4 cups*
Over 100 lbs 5 1/4 cups* + 1/2 cup for each additional 20 lbs
*Use a standard 8-oz. measuring cup.
Note: 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.
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.
