Blue Buffalo vs Purina Pro Plan
Blue Buffalo and Purina Pro Plan are compared using the VetKriter scientific scoring system. Blue Buffalo has 319 products with an average VetScore of 82.8, while Purina Pro Plan has 142 products with an average VetScore of 79.1.
Blue Buffalo leads with a 3.7 point higher average VetScore.
Higher Score
Blue Buffalo
319 Products
82.8
Average VetKriter™
Protein
19%
Fat
10.1%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
65.00 – 93.30
VS
Purina Pro Plan
142 Products
79.1
Average VetKriter™
Protein
23.8%
Fat
12.1%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
66.00 – 90.70
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 Buffalo Homestyle Recipe Senior 7+ Wet Dog Food - Turkey & Vegetable, 12.5 oz | 92 | 8.5% |
| 9 | BLUE Homestyle Recipe Senior Dog Food | Turkey & Veggies | 92 | 8.5% |
| 10 | Baby BLUE Grain-Free, High-Protein Chicken Wet Kitten Food | 92 | 10.5% |
Purina Pro Plan Top Products
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VetKriter analysis, Blue Buffalo has an average VetScore of 82.8 (319 products), while Purina Pro Plan has 79.1 (142 products). Individual products should be compared based on your pet's specific needs.
Blue Buffalo products average 19% crude protein, while Purina Pro Plan averages 23.8%. Both values should be evaluated in the context of the overall nutritional profile.
Both Blue Buffalo and Purina Pro Plan 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.
Related Pages
Scientific Analysis by
Doc. Dr. Mehmet COLAK
VetKriter™ · AAFCO / FEDIAF / NRC 2026