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Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten

Manufacturer: Blue Buffalo

Blue Buffalo Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten Chicken & Brown Rice
79.8Technical Score

The Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten (Blue Buffalo) earned a technical score of 79.8/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (66 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (91 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 39.56% protein and 21.98% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten good?

Yes, it is a good option. Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 79.8/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 66) and ingredient purity (IPFI 91), with 39.56% protein and 21.98% fat on a dry-matter basis.

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)66 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)91 / 100
Final Score79.8

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein39.56%
Fat21.98%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein36 %
Crude fat20 %
Crude fiber3.5 %
Moisture9 %
Metabolizable energy3926 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

This is a growth (puppy/kitten) food (3926 kcal/kg). A young animal's daily amount depends on its age and current weight, so we do not calculate g/day from the adult weight: follow the feeding table on the package, weigh the animal often and adjust to its body condition with your veterinarian's advice. Source: FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024 (dogs: Table VII-8b, p. 56; cats: Table VII-10, p. 57).

Ingredients

  1. 1Deboned Chicken
  2. 2Chicken Meal
  3. 3Menhaden Fish Meal (source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids)
  4. 4Brown Rice
  5. 5Barley
  6. 6Oatmeal
  7. 7Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
  8. 8Pea Protein
  9. 9Peas
  10. 10Dried Egg Product

What we like

  • ✓fresh meat first ingredient
  • ✓taurine declared
  • ✓fish meal
  • ✓EPA/DHA declared
  • ✓natural preservatives
✓ Verified data

petsmart.com retailer mirror of the BLUE Tastefuls Kitten Chicken & Brown Rice label (Crude Protein 36.0% min, Crude Fat 20.0% min, Crude Fiber 3.5% max, Moisture 9.0% max) plus web search snippets confirming kcal/kg and preservative, read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten

What is the technical score of Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten?
Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten (Blue Buffalo) scores 79.8/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (66 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (91 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten has 39.56% protein and 21.98% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
Is Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten a good food for cats?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Kitten is "High Standard" (score 79.8/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, taurine declared, fish meal. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.

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