blackhawk.com.au High Meat Dog Food Australian Poultry
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Is blackhawk.com.au High Meat Dog Food Australian Poultry a good dog food?
We score it 51/100 (Average). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Why this score?
This recipe achieves an overall score of 51 out of 100 based on several key factors. The inclusion of ingredients without printed percentages contributed -10.6 points, while the overall quality of the ingredient list added +6.8 points. Additionally, the processing format adjusted the score by -6.7, and being labelled nutritionally complete contributed +2.3 points.
Only part of the analytical constituents are declared, so the nutritional picture is incomplete.
100% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.
- Recipe51
- Nutritionallow97
- Transparency60
- Safety100
- Evidencemoderate100
The Recipe score measures how attractive and transparent the declared ingredient list is. It is not, by itself, proof that the food is nutritionally appropriate for long-term feeding. The Nutritional and Evidence scores measure what we can verify towards that stronger claim.
Why you might choose it
- Declares energy content, which most labels omit.
- Nutritionally complete: formulated to be fed as the whole diet.
Why you might not
- 100% of the recipe mass has no printed percentage, so the exact split cannot be verified.
Estimated composition
Typical analysis (as fed)
- Protein
- 32%
- Fat
- 18%
- Fibre
- 3%
- Moisture
- 12%
- Carbohydrates
- 33%
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- 0.50%
- Calcium
- 1.20%
- Phosphorus
- 1%
Energy: 380 kcal/100g
Additives & feeding info
Nutritional additives
Choline; Vitamin E; Vitamin C*; Pantothenic Acid; Niacin; Riboflavin; Vitamin D; Thiamine; Vitamin B6; Vitamin A; Folic acid; Biotin*; Vitamin B12; Potassium; Chloride; Zinc; Iron; Copper; Manganese; Iodine; Selenium; L-Threonine; DL-Methionine; L-Isoleucine; L-Tryptophan
Technological additives
Natural antioxidants
Feeding guide
Feed according to body weight and activity level. Less Active (e.g. lead walking <1 hr/day): up to 5kg 85g, 5-10kg 85-140g, 10-15kg 140-190g, 15-25kg 190-280g, 25-35kg 280-360g, over 35kg add 70g per 10kg. Active (1-3 hrs/day low impact or up to 1 hr high impact): up to 5kg 95g, 5-10kg 95-165g, 10-15kg 165-220g, 15-25kg 220-325g, 25-35kg 325-415g, over 35kg add 80g per 10kg. 1 metric cup (250ml) = approximately 125g. Fresh water always available. Pregnant or nursing dogs may need food available at all times.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Doesn't list beef, lamb, venison, pork as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists chicken
- Your dog avoids turkey: the label lists dehydrated turkey protein
- Your dog avoids fish: the label lists green-lipped mussel
- Your dog avoids duck: the label lists dried duck protein
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists oats
- You want a single-protein recipe: this one lists more than one animal protein
These points are derived from declared ingredients and analysis, not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, food choice is a medical nutrition decision: speak to your vet. Use the homepage filter to find foods that fit your dog.
Ingredients (36)
| # | As declared | Matched | Category | Tier | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh chicken | Chicken | meat | medium | - | 3.7 |
| 2 | chicken meal | Dried chicken protein | meat | good | - | 3.6 |
| 3 | turkey meal | Dehydrated turkey protein | meat | good | - | 3.6 |
| 4 | oats | Oats | carb | medium | - | 3.5 |
| 5 | rice | Rice - white | carb | medium | - | 3.5 |
| 6 | peas | Peas | veg | medium | - | 3.4 |
| 7 | pea protein | Pea protein | carb | medium | - | 3.4 |
| 8 | chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols) | Chicken Oil and Fat | oil | medium | - | 3.3 |
| 9 | faba beans | unmatched | - | - | - | 3.3 |
| 10 | chickpeas | Chickpeas | veg | medium | - | 3.2 |
| 11 | natural chicken flavour | Chicken | meat | medium | - | 3.2 |
| 12 | hydrolysed chicken | Hydrolysed Chicken | meat | medium | - | 3.1 |
| 13 | duck meal | Dried Duck Protein | meat | good | - | 3.1 |
| 14 | fish oil | Fish Oil | oil | good | - | 3.0 |
| 15 | essential vitamins | Vitamin | supplement | good | - | 3.0 |
| 16 | minerals & amino acids | Vitamins and minerals | supplement | medium | - | 2.9 |
| 17 | chicken liver | Chicken Liver | meat | good | - | 2.9 |
| 18 | sweet potato | Sweet Potatoes | carb | good | - | 2.8 |
| 19 | carrot fibre | Carrots | veg | good | - | 2.8 |
| 20 | tomato | Tomato | veg | good | - | 2.7 |
| 21 | dried yeast extracts | Yeast | supplement | good | - | 2.7 |
| 22 | kelp | Kelp | veg | good | - | 2.6 |
| 23 | pumpkin | Pumpkin | veg | good | - | 2.5 |
| 24 | zinc proteinate | Zinc Proteinate | supplement | good | - | 2.5 |
| 25 | natural antioxidants | Antioxidants | additive | medium | - | 2.4 |
| 26 | green-lipped mussel | Green-Lipped Mussel | supplement | good | - | 2.4 |
| 27 | D-glucosamine | Glucosamine | supplement | good | - | 2.3 |
| 28 | Yucca schidigera extract | Yucca Schidigera | supplement | good | - | 2.3 |
| 29 | selenium yeast | Selenium | mineral | good | - | 2.2 |
| 30 | cranberries | Cranberries | veg | good | - | 2.2 |
| 31 | blueberries | Blueberries | veg | good | - | 2.1 |
| 32 | rosemary | Rosemary | veg | good | - | 2.1 |
| 33 | carrot | Carrots | veg | good | - | 2.0 |
| 34 | pumpkin seeds | Pumpkin Seeds | veg | good | - | 2.0 |
| 35 | peppermint | Peppermint | veg | good | - | 1.9 |
| 36 | dandelion | Dandelion Root | veg | good | - | 1.9 |
Brand
- Phone
- 1300 651 111
- Address
- Lot 2, 31 Topham Rd, Smeaton Grange NSW 2567
- Contact page
- blackhawkpetcare.com
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-17
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- blackhawkpetcare.com
Recall history is presentation-only and never affects the score. Dates are when we recorded the data, not when the manufacturer last changed the recipe.
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Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Scored with model v3 on 2026-09-26. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.7 | 9.191 | +6.84 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 15.9% | -0.115 | -1.83 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 10.1% | -0.092 | -0.93 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 13.2% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 3.6% | 0.163 | +0.58 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 26.9% | -0.012 | -0.33 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 2.6% | -0.027 | -0.07 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.106 | -10.56 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -3.158 | -3.16 |
| Additive penalty | -2.94 | 0.222 | -0.65 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
Show all 40 components
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.7 | 9.191 | +6.84 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.096 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 15.9% | -0.115 | -1.83 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 10.1% | -0.092 | -0.93 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 13.2% | -0.005 | -0.07 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 3.6% | 0.163 | +0.58 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 26.9% | -0.012 | -0.33 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.375 | +0.00 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 2.6% | -0.027 | -0.07 |
| Recipe graded poor | 0.0% | -0.065 | +0.00 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 0 | -0.876 | +0.00 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 0.0% | 0.060 | +0.00 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.106 | -10.56 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Frozen or chilled fresh | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | no | 0.707 | +0.00 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -3.158 | -3.16 |
| High carb and low meat | no | -1.180 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × fresh | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Fresh × high meat | 0.0 | 11.084 | +0.00 |
| Additive penalty | -2.94 | 0.222 | -0.65 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Raw | no | -0.054 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Refrigerated | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Shelf | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Freeze Dried | no | 6.629 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Air Dried | no | 6.331 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Baked | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.174 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | no | -10.146 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- +0.02
- Additives declared on label
- +2 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 51.4
- Final score
- 51/100
Contributions are rounded to two decimals, so they may not sum exactly to the subtotal. The full coefficient table is published on the methodology page.
Nutritional: declared analysis vs reference ranges
How the declared analysis compares with FEDIAF reference ranges for adult dogs. The label prints as-fed values; we convert to a dry-matter basis before scoring, and the bands are dry-matter ranges. Scores rise to 100 at the band midpoint: the reference is adequacy, not maximisation. Nutrients with a published upper limit taper again above it; fat is policed through calorie density rather than a direct penalty.
Guaranteed-analysis FEDIAF score: crude minimums and maximums are bounds, not typical values; moisture (a maximum) uses the processing median where available; experimental US score.
| Nutrient | As fed (label) | Dry matter (scored) | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 32 | 35.4 (band 18 to 40%) | 100 |
| Fat | 18 | 19.9 (band 5.5 to 20%) | 100 |
| Fibre | 3 | 3.3 (band 0.5 to 5%) | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.2 | 1.3 (band 0.5 to 2.5%) | 94.8 |
| Phosphorus | 1 | 1.1 (band 0.4 to 1.6%) | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.2 | 1.2 (band 1 to 2%) | 82 |
| Energy (kcal/100g) | 380 | 419.9 | 100 |
Scored over 7 declared nutrients (combined weight 90); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score. Moisture was not declared and was estimated at 9.5% from the food type.
Low confidence: partial analysis or moisture estimated from the food type.
This measures agreement with published reference ranges, not suitability for an individual dog. For medical conditions, follow veterinary guidance.
Transparency: what the label discloses
How much the manufacturer discloses, measured against the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice and Regulation 767/2009. Mandatory items dominate the weighting.
| Item | Points |
|---|---|
| Ingredient list on the label (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Printed percentages on the label (voluntary) - not on file | 0/20 |
| Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) - not on file | 0/15 |
| Additives declared (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) | 5/5 |
| Complete/complementary designation (mandatory) | 5/5 |
| Feeding guidance given (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Manufacturer identity and address (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Country of manufacture stated (voluntary) | 10/10 |
| Batch and date labelling (mandatory) - not on file | 0/5 |
Capped at 60: mandatory items missing (Analytical constituents declared, Batch and date labelling).
Safety: recall history
Recall and safety-notice history, time-decayed. This dimension is shown alongside the score and never feeds the headline number.
No recalls recorded in our database.
Evidence: what the brand claims, and what supports it
The claims made on the pack and product page, checked against the declared label. We record claims as stated; "consistent" means our stored label data supports the claim, "contradicted" means it conflicts with it. Functional claims are recorded but never scored.
100/100 · moderate — 1 checkable claim: 1 consistent, 0 contradicted.
Consistent with the label
- "complete and balanced recipe" — supported by the declared complete and balanced data.
11 further claims on file that we cannot check against the label.
Moderate: every checkable claim is consistent with the declared label.
| Claim | Type | Check | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Australian poultry for strong muscles, healthy bones and vitality (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Supports Digestive Health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Joint & Muscle Support (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Fish Oil for Healthy Skin & Coat (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Prebiotics and postbiotics – Help balance gut bacteria for optimal digestive health (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Fish oil – A natural source of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids for healthy skin, a glossy coat, and joint support (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Green-lipped mussel – A natural source of chondroitin that may support joint health (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Inspired by the natural prey diet of wild dogs (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| complete and balanced recipe (on page) | Content | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| Sweet potato – A natural source of fibre, promoting healthy digestion and supporting nutrient absorption (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| 70% Australian chicken, turkey & duck (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Suitable for all Puppy, Adult & Senior Dogs (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.
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