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Love Made Fresh Small Breed Adult Chicken Recipe Roll
Blue Buffalo

Love Made Fresh Small Breed Adult Chicken Recipe Roll

Verified Jun 7, 2026

Dog · Wet Adult Small

This is a refrigerated, roll-style wet food formulated as a complete and balanced meal for adult small-breed dogs. It uses chicken and egg as the main protein sources, with brown rice, oat flour, carrots, and peas providing additional energy and fiber. The recipe also includes added vitamins, minerals, taurine, and probiotics-style fermentation products to support overall nutrition and digestion.

Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls
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KibbleLab Score
8.4 out of 10

This is a high-quality fresh-style option for adult small-breed dogs who do well on chicken-based diets and whose owners prefer a refrigerated roll format. It offers moderate protein and fat levels for a wet food, with chicken and egg leading the ingredient list plus whole grains and vegetables for balanced energy and fiber. It should suit most healthy adult small dogs, either as a sole diet or mixed with a compatible dry food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Ingredient composition Quality, beneficial additions, absence of artificial colors/flavors
Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber evaluated for stated life stage and food type
AAFCO compliance Complete and balanced certification; feeding trials valued higher
Health considerations Sensitivity profile, DCM risk, processing method
9.0 – 10 Top Pick
8.0 – 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 – 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 – 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6 Not Recommended

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At a Glance

Health Benefits
Digestive Health Antioxidant Support
Suitable For
Adult Small
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Chicken and egg as primary animal protein sources, which generally provide a good amino acid profile for adult dogs.
  • Complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs, so it can be fed as the main diet rather than only a topper.
  • Includes whole grains (brown rice, oat flour) and vegetables (carrots, peas) that contribute fiber and micronutrients.
  • Added nutrients such as taurine, L-carnitine, flaxseed (omega-3 source), chicory root (prebiotic fiber), and chelated minerals to support overall health and digestibility.

Considerations

  • Chicken and egg are common food allergens for dogs, so this may not be a good fit if your dog has known sensitivities to these ingredients.
  • Pea protein adds extra plant-based protein; while fine for most dogs, it does mean that not all of the protein is coming from meat and egg.
  • Moisture is relatively high, which is normal for fresh rolls, but very active small dogs may need slightly larger portions to meet their calorie needs.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, Egg, Brown Rice, Oat Flour, Carrots, Peas, Honey, Pea Protein, Cane Molasses, Vegetable Glycerin, Vinegar, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Celery Juice, Lemon Juice, Liquid Lactococcus Lactis Fermentation Product, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Dicalcium Phosphate, Oat Fiber, Lactic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Sodium Acetate, Acetic Acid, Sodium Phosphate, Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Guar Gum, Magnesium Sulfate, L-Threonine, Taurine, DL-Methionine, L-Tryptophan, Blueberries, Cranberries, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Carnitine, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary.

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
02
Egg
Eggs are used in pet foods as a highly digestible, complete animal protein and nutrient source—providing essential amino acids, bioavailable vitamins (A, D, E, B-complex including B12), minerals like selenium and iron, choline and healthy fats—while also improving palatability and texture. They support muscle maintenance, skin/coat and cognitive health in dogs and cats, but raw eggs can carry bacterial risk and contain avidin in whites that may reduce biotin with long-term feeding; some pets may also have egg allergies or require portion control for calorie management.
03
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
04
Oat Flour
Oat flour is used in pet food mainly as a carbohydrate source and binder that contributes soluble fiber (including beta‑glucans), modest protein, and B vitamins and minerals. It can help support digestive health and stool quality in dogs and is generally safe for cats in small amounts, but it is calorie‑dense so shouldn’t dominate diets for obligate carnivores and pets with grain sensitivities should be monitored for rare oat allergy or cross‑contamination with gluten‑containing grains.
05
Carrot
Carrot is used in pet foods as a vegetable ingredient providing fiber, moisture, texture and antioxidant nutrients such as beta‑carotene (a provitamin A), vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, contributing to palatability and digestive bulk. Cooked carrots are more digestible and release more beta‑carotene, but cats cannot efficiently convert beta‑carotene to active vitamin A so carrots are more nutritionally useful for dogs than as a primary vitamin A source for cats; they should be fed in moderation due to natural sugars and should be offered in appropriately sized pieces to avoid choking.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
12.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
8.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
2.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
65.00%
Low High
2208
kcal / Kg
501
kcal / Lb
High
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size Small
Texture Roll
Processing method Refrigerated
Food type Wet

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages All Life Stages
Blue Buffalo Love Made Fresh is complete & balanced nutrition and can be served as a complete meal.

Brand

Blue Buffalo

Blue Buffalo is a premium pet food brand that positions itself around natural ingredients, real meat-first recipes, and the avoidance of artificial additives, by-products, or fillers. The brand appeals to health-conscious pet owners seeking natural, holistic nutrition for their pets, with product lines such as Blue Life Protection Formula, Blue Wilderness, Blue Basics, and Blue Freedom.

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Manufacturer

Company name Blue Buffalo Company
Parent company General Mills, Inc.
Founded 2002
Headquarters Wilton, Connecticut, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Missouri
Manufacturing oversight

Blue Buffalo products are produced under strict quality assurance and safety standards, with oversight designed to meet AAFCO nutritional adequacy guidelines. The company operates both its own Heartland Pet Food Manufacturing facility in Joplin, Missouri, and works with co-packers that follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP standards. General Mills enforces corporate-wide quality and food safety protocols, including supplier audits and ingredient traceability.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

Blue Buffalo Love Made Fresh Small Breed Adult Chicken Recipe Roll has no recalls since 2014.

Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Blue Buffalo ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Blue Buffalo. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.

How does KibbleLab rate foods?

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No. KibbleLab provides data-driven food analysis, not medical advice. Always consult your veterinarian before making dietary changes, especially for pets with health conditions.

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