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Blue Buffalo Wilderness Salmon Recipe for Kittens

Cat
Dry
Kitten

Protein: 39% min
Fat: 20% min
Fiber: 11% max
Moisture: 9% max

Facts read from bluebuffalo.com, checked October 31, 2026. Labels change: check the package before you buy.

Ingredients

1 Salmon
2 Salmon Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids)
3 Peas
4 Pea Starch
5 Fish Meal
6 Pea Protein
7 Canola Oil
8 Dried Egg Product
9 Dried Yeast
10 Natural Flavor
11 Fish Oil (source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid and ARA-Arachidonic Acid)
12 Flaxseed (source of Omega 6 Fatty Acids)
13 Tapioca Starch
14 Calcium Chloride
15 Choline Chloride
16 Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets
17 L-Threonine
18 Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
19 DL-Methionine
20 Potatoes
21 Taurine
22 Dried Chicory Root
23 Pea Fiber
24 Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate
25 Potassium Sulfate
26 Calcium Carbonate
27 Calcium Sulfate
28 Dried Kelp

In label order: by weight before cooking, heaviest first. Underlined ingredients have a glossary entry.

Guaranteed analysis

Nutrient	On the label	Dry matter (calculated)
Protein	39%	42.9%
45 g ; Fat	20% min	22%
23 g ; Total Carbohydrates	22% min	24.2%
26 g ; Dietary Fiber	11% max	12.1%
13 g ; Moisture	9% max	—
11 g ; ARA	0.1% max	0.1%
0.06 g ; DHA	0.2% min	0.2%
0.2 g ; Calcium	1.4% min	1.5%
1 g ; Phosphorus	1% min	1.1%
1 g ; Choline	3,500 mg/kg min	—
406 mg ; Taurine	0.2% min	0.2%
0.2 g ; Omega 3 Fatty Acids	2.2% min	2.4%
2 g ; Omega 6 Fatty Acids	2.7% min	3%

Dry matter takes the water out (value ÷ (100 − moisture) × 100), so wet and dry foods can be compared on one scale.

Calories

Not stated on the maker's page.

Against the AAFCO minimums

The label's guaranteed minimum, next to the minimum AAFCO sets for cats, growth and reproduction.

protein42.9 % vs 30 % DM minimumAbove
fat22 % vs 9 % DM minimumAbove

On a dry matter basis (the label states no calories). Meeting a minimum doesn't make a food right for your pet: ask your veterinarian. How this is worked out

Carbohydrates and calories (estimates)

About 15.1% of the dry matter is carbohydrate, worked out by difference: labels don't state it. The label states no ash, so 8% of dry matter is assumed (a typical value).

Protein 39%
Fat 48%
Carbohydrate 14%

Where the calories come from, with the modified Atwater factors (3.5, 8.5 and 3.5 kcal per gram).

Nutritional adequacy

Blue Buffalo Wilderness Nature's Evolutionary Diet with Salmon and LifeSource Bits for Kittens is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for growth.

Feeding guide

Blue Buffalo Wilderness dry food offers complete and balanced nutrition for growing kittens. Made with natural ingredients, this high-protein, grain-free food will meet your kitten’s needs while satisfying their cravings. Calorie Content: Calories per cup: 459 BLUE Wilderness with LifeSource Bits® will provide your kitten with superior nutrition plus a unique nutrient and antioxidant package specifically formulated for her needs. Transition to BLUE Start by mixing 25% of BLUE with your kitten's old food, and gradually increase the proportion of BLUE over the next 14 days. 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 dish of cool, fresh water available at all times.