Blue Buffalo Bursts with Savory Seafood Cat Treats

Check The Sources

• As part of the formulation of all Blue Buffalo products, we start by testing each ingredient for its nutritional value
• For each shipment that comes in, our ingredients suppliers are required to test ingredients to ensure they meet our specific quality requirements
• We check the quality of each of our suppliers by verifying their programs and processes

Test Ingredients

• Before ingredients come into the manufacturing facilities, we double-check to ensure their quality was maintained in transit
• They make sure ingredients will deliver on BLUE's Guaranteed Analysis for each of our products

Monitor With Batching

• At this point we start batching, which means we combine ingredients to create the desired dietary formula
• They conduct ongoing monitoring to ensure BLUE formulas are made correctly
• During this process, we track where and how we use the ingredients

Conduct In-Process Analysis

• They collect samples to verify that they're meeting product specifications
• Facilities and equipment are thoroughly cleaned on a routine basis and monitored for cleanliness daily
• They maintain and test equipment to ensure it's working correctly

Evaluate Packaging

• After packages are filled, we use metal detectors/X-rays as an extra step to ensure food safety
• They check the integrity of the packaging to ensure freshness
• Then we verify net weight and check the physical appearance

Assess Finished Product

• After everything is packaged, our plant teams conduct final, formal product reviews to make sure everything we make meets our quality and safety standards
• And finally, we track product performance and monitor feedback, ensuring your pets get the highest quality, most effective product possible