Applaws Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food Blue Buffalo Wilderness Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.2 to 7.6. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Applaws Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food and Blue Buffalo Wilderness Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 21, 2026 |
Verified Jul 21, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
7.6 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
36.00% | 38.00% |
| Fat | 16.50% | 16.00% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 6.00% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.50% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.15% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 9.00% |
| Calories | 3733 kcal/kg | 3674 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Peas, Lentils, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chickpeas, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Pea Protein, Peas, Tapioca Starch, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg Product, Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Flaxseed (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Powdered Cellulose, Natural Flavor, Pea Fiber, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Potatoes, Taurine, Dried Chicory Root, Potassium Sulfate, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Vegetable Juice for color, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Copper Amino Acid Chelate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Biotin (Vitamin B7), Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Calcium Iodate, Sodiu Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Health focus | Probiotic support, Allergy support | Immune support, Antioxidant support, Digestive health, Skin coat health, Eye health, Heart care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
Yes | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Pea
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
- Flaxseed
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher, 8.2 to 7.6 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Pea, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol, Flaxseed.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Applaws Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food is labeled complete and balanced; Blue Buffalo Wilderness Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food does not list an AAFCO status.
See the full profiles: Applaws Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food and Blue Buffalo Wilderness Adult Indoor Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food .
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