Blue Buffalo

Acquired

Love them like family. Feed them like family.

Wilton, United States · Founded 2002

Employees
1001–5000
Founded
2002
Business Model
B2C
Acquired by
General MillsFeb 2018

About

Blue Buffalo is a leading premium natural pet food brand founded in 2002 in Wilton, Connecticut, inspired by the Bishop family's dog Blue who was diagnosed with cancer. The company produces a full range of natural dog and cat foods, treats, and therapeutic diets, all starting with real meat and free from poultry by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, and artificial preservatives. In 2018, Blue Buffalo was acquired by General Mills for approximately $8 billion, cementing its position as the top-selling natural pet food brand in the United States.

Summary

Blue Buffalo is an E-Commerce company based in Wilton, United States, founded in 2002. Investors include General Mills.

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AcquisitionFeb 2018
$8.0B

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