American Natural Premium Sensitive Care Dry Dog Food Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Large Breed Senior Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
Both score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
American Natural Premium Sensitive Care Dry Dog Food and Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Large Breed Senior Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
22.00% | 20.00% |
| Fat | 11.00% | 10.00% |
| Fiber | 6.00% | 7.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 0.80% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.60% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.75% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3413 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken meal, oatmeal, pearled barley, potatoes, brown rice, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), tomato pomace, chicken, cheese, chicken liver, dried egg product, flaxseed, brewers dried yeast, salt, Vitamins [choline chloride, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, calcium carbonate, riboflavin supplement, niacin supplement, calcium pantothenate, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, D-biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid], monosodium phosphate, potassium chloride, Minerals [zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, ferrous sulfate, magnesium sulfate, zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper sulfate, magnesium proteinate, copper proteinate, calcium iodate], sodium selenite, chicory root extract, yucca schidigera extract, sorbic acid (preservative), DL-methionine, dried Lactobacillus paracasei fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus reuteri fermentation product, Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product. Show full list Show less |
Deboned Chicken, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Barley, Chicken Meal, Peas, Pea Starch, Miscanthus Grass, Dried Tomato Pomace, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (source of Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids), Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Fish Meal (source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Fish Oil, Dried Yeast, Potassium Citrate, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Chicory Root, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Taurine, DL-Methionine, L-Threonine, Vitamin E Supplement, Potassium Chloride, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Dried Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Carnitine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Sulfate, Vegetable Juice for color, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Turmeric, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Copper Sulfate, Biotin (Vitamin B7), L-Lysine, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Chondroitin Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Sensitive stomach, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Immune support, Weight management, Low fat | Joint care, Mobility support, Immune support, Antioxidant support, Skin coat health, Cognitive health, Digestive health, Kidney care, Weight management |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult, Senior | Senior |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Large |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Not indicated | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Not listed | 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. |
No | 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
- Oatmeal
- Barley
- Brown Rice
- Tomato Pomace
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Oatmeal, Barley, Brown Rice, Tomato Pomace.
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