Buffalo
meat · base score 0.9 · also listed as buffalo, water buffalo
What is it?
Buffalo is a meat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.9 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 45 products
- Also listed as
- buffalo, water buffalo
Common questions about buffalo
Is Buffalo good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain buffalo?
45 UK products list buffalo as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is buffalo called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: buffalo, water buffalo. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade buffalo?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Is buffalo good for dogs?
Buffalo is a nutrient dense red meat that supplies protein, iron, B vitamins and other minerals. It is used in dog foods as an alternative to beef or other common meats.
Can dogs with allergies eat buffalo?
Buffalo is a novel protein for many UK dogs, so some dogs with sensitivities to common meats may tolerate it. Individual reactions vary, so speak to your vet before switching if your dog has a known sensitivity.
