ACANA vs Blue Buffalo
ACANA and Blue Buffalo are compared using the VetKriter scientific scoring system. ACANA has 122 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 81.2, while Blue Buffalo has 308 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 83.1.
Both brands show very similar overall quality.
ACANA
122 Products
VS
Higher Score
Blue Buffalo
308 Products
83.1
Average VetKriter™
Protein
18.6%
Fat
9.9%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
65.00 – 93.30
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ACANA Top Products
| # | Product | VetKriter™ | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highest Protein, Grasslands Dry Cat Food | 96 | 36.0% |
| 2 | Highest Protein, Kitten Recipe Dry Cat Food | 96 | 38.0% |
| 3 | Highest Protein, Meadowlands Dry Cat Food | 96 | 36.0% |
| 4 | Highest Protein, Indoor Cat Recipe Dry Cat Food | 95 | 38.0% |
| 5 | ACANA Premium Pâté, Chicken & Tuna Kitten Recipe Wet Cat Food | 95 | 10.0% |
| 6 | Chunks in Broth Beef & Tuna Recipe Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 7 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Tuna Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 8 | Chunks in Broth Lamb & Kidney Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 8.5% |
| 9 | Chunks in Broth Salmon & Chicken Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 10.0% |
| 10 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Salmon Recipe for Kittens | 94 | 11.0% |
Blue Buffalo Top Products
| # | Product | VetKriter™ | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet Gastrointestinal Dry Dog Food | 93 | 24.0% |
| 2 | BLUE Homestyle Recipe Grain-Free Senior Wet Dog Food - Chicken & Garden Vegetables | 93 | 8.0% |
| 3 | Baby BLUE Grain-Free, High-Protein Salmon Wet Kitten Food | 93 | 10.5% |
| 4 | BLUE Freedom Wet Kitten Food (Indoor) - Grain-Free, Chicken | 93 | 10.0% |
| 5 | BLUE Wilderness Wet Kitten Food - Salmon | 93 | 10.5% |
| 6 | Baby BLUE Chicken Wet Kitten Food | 93 | 11.0% |
| 7 | BLUE Tastefuls Kitten Wet Cat Food - Chicken Paté | 93 | 11.0% |
| 8 | BLUE Homestyle Recipe Senior Dog Food | Turkey & Veggies | 92 | 8.5% |
| 9 | Baby BLUE Grain-Free, High-Protein Chicken Wet Kitten Food | 92 | 10.5% |
| 10 | BLUE Wilderness Wet Kitten Food - Chicken | 92 | 10.5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VetKriter analysis, ACANA has an average VetKriter™ score of 81.2 (122 products), while Blue Buffalo has 83.1 (308 products). Individual products should be compared based on your pet's specific needs.
ACANA products average 26.5% crude protein, while Blue Buffalo averages 18.6%. Both values should be evaluated in the context of the overall nutritional profile.
Both ACANA and Blue Buffalo contain products evaluated by VetKriter using AAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC standards. We recommend consulting your veterinarian to find the most suitable food for your pet.
For kittens and puppies, the brands are nearly equal: ACANA averages 86.7 VetKriter™ score across 13 formulas, Blue Buffalo averages 87.1 across 39. Compare individual products for this life stage.
For senior pets, the brands are nearly equal: ACANA averages 82.9 VetKriter™ score across 3 formulas, Blue Buffalo averages 83.9 across 28. Compare individual products for this life stage.
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