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Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet W+U Dry Dog Food 22 lb

  • Item Weight: 22 pounds
  • Animal Food Diet Type: Veterinary Diet
  • Allergen Information: Corn-Free, Preservative-Free, Soy Free, Wheat Free
  • Item Form: Dry

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A dual-purpose prescription diet for dogs that need both weight control and urinary support, meant to be used exactly as a veterinarian directs.

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ASIN: B01M0LUIPLCategory: Veterinary Diets

Overview

Blue Buffalo's Natural Veterinary Diet W+U dry dog food targets weight management and urinary care together, in a 22 lb bag of chicken flavor kibble for adult, large-breed dogs. It requires a veterinarian prescription to purchase.

This is a therapeutic formula, not an everyday kibble, built around a specific pairing of goals: helping an overweight dog trim down while also supporting urinary health. It is corn, wheat and soy free, and uses pea protein, flaxseed and dried chicory root among its ingredients, with taurine and added amino acids.

  • 22 lb bag, chicken flavor
  • Formulated for adult, large-breed dogs
  • Corn-free, wheat-free, soy-free, preservative-free
  • Contains taurine, DL-methionine and L-threonine

Who it's for

Suits large-breed adult dogs under veterinary supervision for weight and urinary issues at the same time. Not appropriate to buy without a prescription, and not a general-purpose food for a healthy dog.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Addresses weight management and urinary care in one formula
  • Corn, wheat and soy free
  • Large 22 lb bag reduces reorder frequency
Cons
  • Requires a veterinarian prescription to purchase
  • Not intended for dogs without a diagnosed weight or urinary issue

Performance notes

The formula leans on pea-based proteins and fiber along with flaxseed and dried chicory root, with taurine, DL-methionine and L-threonine included to support the urinary care side of the diet. Blue Buffalo markets it strictly as a veterinary diet, sold in a single 22 lb bag with no over-the-counter substitute in this listing.

Specifications

BrandBlue Buffalo
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight22 poundshigher than 56% of 46 veterinary diets
Dog Breed SizeLarge
Capacity & performance
Age Range DescriptionAdult
Included components
Unit Count1
Included ComponentsContains One (1) 22-lb Bag Of BLUE Natural Veterinary Diet W+U Weight Management + Urinary Care Dry Dog Food, Chicken
Other details
Animal Food Diet TypeVeterinary Diet
Allergen InformationCorn-Free, Preservative-Free, Soy Free, Wheat Free
Item FormDry
FlavorChicken
Special IngredientsPeas, Pea Protein, Pea Fiber, Flaxseed, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, DL-Methionine, L-Threonine, Dried Kelp
Breed RecommendationAll Breed Sizes
Container TypeBag
Number Of Items1
Specific Uses For ProductWeight Management
Target SpeciesDog
OccasionBirthday
Product BenefitsUrinary Health
AsinB01M0LUIPL
Best Sellers Rank#39,570 In Pet Supplies (See Top 100 In Pet Supplies) #85 In Veterinary Diet Dog Food #1,064 In Dry Dog Food
ManufacturerBlue Buffalo Company, Ltd
Upc840243117949
Additional FeaturesNatural Veterinary Diet, Urinary Care, Weight Management
Recommended Uses For ProductWeight Management, Urinary Care
Manufacturer Part Number801330
Model Number801330
Customer Reviews{'ratings_count': '179', 'stars': '4.6'}
Item Type NameDog Food

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a prescription to buy this Blue Buffalo food?

Yes, it is labeled a veterinary diet and requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

What two conditions is this formula designed for?

Weight management and urinary care, addressed together in the same kibble.

What size bag is available?

A single 22 lb bag.