Blue Buffalo Homestyle Recipe Chicken Dinner
Mainstream owners who want identifiable ingredients and a homestyle formulation
Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Adult
Small breed owners who want size-specific veterinary-formulated nutrition
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Making Your Decision
When to Choose Blue Buffalo Homestyle Recipe Chicken Dinner
Mainstream owners who want identifiable ingredients and a homestyle formulation
Blue Buffalo Homestyle Recipe brings the same philosophy as their dry food — real meat first, no by-products, and recognizable ingredients like carrots and peas. The homestyle chunk-in-gravy format feels more like real food. At ~$7/day, it costs a bit more than other mid-range options but delivers better ingredient quality.
Strengths
- Real chicken is the #1 ingredient with no poultry by-products
- Includes garden vegetables (carrots, peas, potatoes) for a homestyle recipe feel
- Clean safety record with no wet food recalls in 5+ years
Limitations
- Higher price than comparable mid-range competitors at ~$7/day
- Some ingredient names remain vague (e.g., "natural flavor")
- Chunk-in-gravy texture can be inconsistent between batches
When to Choose Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Adult
Small breed owners who want size-specific veterinary-formulated nutrition
Royal Canin's size-specific approach is their differentiator — the formula is tailored for small breed metabolism, jaw size, and nutritional requirements. The science backing is strong. However, at ~$39/day it's the most expensive option in this comparison for a 50 lb dog, and the ingredient list includes by-products that don't match the premium price.
Strengths
- Size-specific formulation tailored for small breed nutritional needs
- Veterinary-developed with precise nutrient profiles for breed size
- Convenient 3 oz pouch format designed for small dog portion sizes
Limitations
- Extremely expensive at ~$39/day for a 50 lb dog due to small pouch format
- Contains by-products and unnamed protein sources despite premium positioning
- Low ingredient transparency — sourcing and processing details are minimal
