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Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet HF Hydrolyzed For Food Intolerance Dry Cat Food Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food

Both score 8.6 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet HF Hydrolyzed For Food Intolerance Dry Cat Food and Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet HF Hydrolyzed For Food Intolerance Dry Cat Food
Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet HF Hydrolyzed For Food Intolerance Dry Cat Food

Verified Jul 23, 2026

Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food
Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food

Verified Jul 21, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science.
8.6 / 10 8.6 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed.
30.00% 30.00%
Fat 14.00% 16.00%
Fiber 4.00% 2.30%
Calcium 0.70% 1.00%
Phosphorus 0.60% 0.80%
Omega-3 1.50% 1.20%
Omega-6 2.00% 2.00%
Taurine 0.20% 0.30%
Moisture Higher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above.
9.00% 8.00%
Calories 3717 kcal/kg Not listed
Calorie density Moderate Moderate
Ingredients
Full ingredient list Every ingredient on each label, in order of weight.
Salmon Hydrolysate, Peas, Potatoes, Pea Starch, Canola Oil (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids), Pea Protein, Flaxseed, Pea Fiber, Natural Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Sulfate, Fish Oil (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids), Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Pumpkin, Dried Kelp, Calcium Chloride, Salt, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Potassium Sulfate, L-Threonine, Vitamin E Supplement, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, L-Tryptophan, Potassium Chloride, L-Carnitine, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), 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, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary. Show full list
quail, dehydrated quail, pea starch, herring oil, quinoa seed, pork fat, hydrolyzed fish, sweet potatoes, hydrolyzed pork liver, natural flavors, flaxseed, dried coconut, turmeric, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, yeast extract, psyllium seed husk, L-Lysine, Cystine, L-Tryptophan, L-Carnitine, calcium carbonate, dicalcium phosphate, calcium sulfate dihydrate, potassium chloride, salt, brewers dried yeast, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, choline chloride, beta-carotene, zinc methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, manganese methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, ferrous glycine, copper methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, DL-Methionine, taurine, aloe vera gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative). Show full list
Limited ingredient No Yes
Health focus Allergy support, Sensitive stomach, Urinary care, Eye health, Heart care Digestive health, Allergy support, Itch relief, Hot spot relief, Skin coat health
Format & suitability
Food type Dry Dry
Texture Kibble Kibble
Processing Not listed Extruded
Life stage Adult Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes All Breed Sizes
AAFCO nutritional adequacy
Complete & balanced Whether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test.
Not indicated Yes
Life stages Not listed Adult Maintenance
Substantiation How adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile.
Not listed Formulation
Maker standards
WSAVA guidelines The 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 accredited The 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.
No No
Recalls & where to buy
Recalls on record KibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear.
None None
Where to buy
Amazon Chewy
Amazon

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Shared ingredients

Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.

  • Pea Starch
  • Natural Flavor

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Common Questions

Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?

Both foods score 8.6 out of 10 on KibbleLab.

Do these two foods share ingredients?

Yes. They share these top ingredients: Pea Starch, Natural Flavor.

Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet HF Hydrolyzed For Food Intolerance Dry Cat Food does not list an AAFCO status; Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food is labeled complete and balanced.

See the full profiles: Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet HF Hydrolyzed For Food Intolerance Dry Cat Food and Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food .

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