Blue Buffalo Country Chicken Stew: Serving and Storage Guide

Quick answer

Serve Blue Buffalo Country Chicken Stew as a complete meal or a topper, using your dog's weight and the can's feeding directions to set the portion. Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed container and use them within three days.

Why portioning by calories beats guessing by eye

Wet food portions are easy to overdo because a full can looks small next to a bowl of kibble. The can's feeding chart is a starting point, but your dog's age, activity level, and body condition matter more than the label alone. If you mix wet and dry food, reduce the dry portion to avoid doubling up on calories.

• Check the can for feeding directions; if they are missing or unclear, ask your vet for a calorie target.
• Use a kitchen scale for the first week to calibrate your scoop or spoon.
• Adjust by 10–15% at a time based on weight change and stool quality.

When a stew works better as a topper than a full meal

Country Chicken Stew is a grain-free wet food with a meaty texture that many dogs find more appealing than plain kibble. That makes it useful for picky eaters or dogs that need encouragement, but it also means you can stretch one can across several meals by using it as a topper. If your dog has food sensitivities, check the full ingredient list with your vet before making it a staple.

• Use 1–2 tablespoons as a topper for a 20–30 lb dog, then adjust.
• For small dogs, a quarter can may be a full meal; for large dogs, it is a topper.
• Transition gradually over 5–7 days if this is a new food.

Storage rules that prevent waste and upset stomachs

Once a can is opened, the clock starts. Bacteria multiply quickly at room temperature, so refrigerate leftovers immediately and never leave a bowl out for more than 30 minutes. Reheat gently to room temperature or slightly warm—never microwave in the can.

• Transfer leftovers to a glass or BPA-free plastic container with a tight lid.
• Label the container with the date you opened it.
• Discard any food that has been out of the fridge for more than two hours.

Step-by-step serving and storage routine

1. Weigh your dog and check the can: Use a scale for an accurate weight, then read the feeding directions on the Blue Buffalo Country Chicken Stew label. If the label gives a range, start at the lower end. Record the starting portion so you can adjust objectively.
2. Measure the portion: Scoop the stew into your dog's bowl using a measuring cup or a scale. For mixed feeding, replace about one-third of the dry food with wet food by volume, then adjust. A food scale is more accurate than a scoop for wet food.
3. Serve at room temperature: If the food comes from the fridge, let it sit for 10–15 minutes or stir in a spoonful of warm water. Do not microwave in the can. Cold food can cause stomach upset in some dogs.
4. Store leftovers promptly: Seal the unused portion in a lidded container and refrigerate within 30 minutes of opening. Use within three days. Write the open date on the lid to avoid guesswork.
5. Monitor and adjust: Check your dog's weight and stool consistency weekly for the first month. Increase or decrease the portion by 10% if needed. Consistent monitoring beats a one-time calculation.

Product facts

• Blue Buffalo Blue's Stew Natural Wet Dog Food, Made with Natural Ingredients, Country Chicken Stew, 12.5-oz. Can: Grain-free wet food made with natural chicken and no chicken or poultry by-product meals, corn, or wheat. A useful option for dogs that do better on grain-free formulas or whose owners prefer named meats over by-products.