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Ingredients
17 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes
9 beneficial2 contextual6 standard ingredientsWhat do these mean? ▾
Beneficial. Linked to benefits in published research. Tiers show evidence strength.
Restricted or banned. Restricted or banned by a regulator in at least one country.
Under research review. Being studied or re-evaluated by researchers or regulators.
Contextual. Not flagged, but there is a note worth reading.
Standard. Everyday components like vitamins and minerals.
Not yet classified. Not in our dictionary yet. Always still listed.
Counts include what's inside compound entries like vitamin premixes, so they can add up to more than the label's ingredient count.
1BeefNamed single-species whole meat▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Whole meat from a named animal species. Both the species and the form are identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking. Published nutrition references associate named whole meats with high protein quality.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006 · Amino acid bioavailability studies
2beef lungNamed organ meats▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Organ meat from a named animal species, with both the species and the organ identified. Published nutrition references describe named organ meats (e.g. chicken liver, beef heart) as nutrient-dense, naturally rich in vitamins A and B12, iron, copper, and folate. Where the label names only the organ (e.g. "liver"), the animal species is not identified.Sources: NRC 2006 · Nutritional composition data
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9essential vitaminsVitamins (generic)▾
● Standard ingredientA generic term for a vitamin premix. Where the label lists the specific vitamins in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual vitamins are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
10mineralsMinerals (generic)▾
● Standard ingredientA generic term for a mineral premix. Where the label lists the specific mineral compounds in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual minerals are not disclosed. European-style labels declare added trace minerals as numbered additives with doses (e.g. "E4 (copper): 10 mg").Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
Guaranteed analysis
as fed · compared to AAFCO adult dog maintenance minimums
✓Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles (Adult)" Black Hawk Air Dried Beef & Mackerel is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance." (brand statement)
Protein40%AAFCO min 18% DM
Fat26%AAFCO min 5.5% DM
Fibre0.5%no AAFCO reference
Moisture19%no AAFCO reference
4,320 kcal/kg≈ 1,807 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 4,320 kcal/kg
Values as declared by the manufacturer (as fed). AAFCO minimums are published on a dry-matter basis and converted using the declared moisture before comparison; the comparison is shown for context only. Consult your vet for diet decisions.
Brand transparency
Black Hawk · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating
Recall historyon record2019: Voluntary recall of Grain Free Salmon dog food due to contaminated salmon causing GI issues. 6 APOG consumer reports.
AS5812 accreditationnot confirmed
PFIAA membershipconfirmed
Quality certificationsconfirmedHACCP
Parent companydisclosedEBOS Group (Masterpet)
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Customer reviews
4.9
48 reviews · aggregated from retailer listings across multiple sources
What owners mention most: Customers praise the taste and quality of the food, noting improvements in their dogs' coats and digestion., based on review text aggregated from retailer listings.
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3beef liverNamed organ meats
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● Beneficial (well-established)Organ meat from a named animal species, with both the species and the organ identified. Published nutrition references describe named organ meats (e.g. chicken liver, beef heart) as nutrient-dense, naturally rich in vitamins A and B12, iron, copper, and folate. Where the label names only the organ (e.g. "liver"), the animal species is not identified.Sources: NRC 2006 · Nutritional composition data
4mackerelNamed single-species whole meat▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Whole meat from a named animal species. Both the species and the form are identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking. Published nutrition references associate named whole meats with high protein quality.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006 · Amino acid bioavailability studies
5beef kidneyNamed organ meats▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Organ meat from a named animal species, with both the species and the organ identified. Published nutrition references describe named organ meats (e.g. chicken liver, beef heart) as nutrient-dense, naturally rich in vitamins A and B12, iron, copper, and folate. Where the label names only the organ (e.g. "liver"), the animal species is not identified.Sources: NRC 2006 · Nutritional composition data
6glycerine▾
● Standard ingredientA humectant used to retain moisture in semi-moist foods, treats, and dental products. Also serves as a sweetener. Generally recognised as safe.Sources: FDA GRAS status · AAFCO ingredient definitions
7lecithin▾
● Standard ingredientA phospholipid mixture used as a natural emulsifier (E322) to blend fats and water and improve texture; also a source of choline and phosphatidylcholine. Commonly sourced from soy or sunflower. Soy-derived lecithin is relevant for pets with soy sensitivity; sunflower lecithin is a common soy-free alternative. Generally recognised as safe. Marketed benefits for skin, coat, and cognition are largely emerging.Sources: FDA GRAS status · AAFCO ingredient definitions · Nutritional composition data
8flaxseedFlaxseed / flaxseed oil▾
● Beneficial (supported)A plant-based source of omega-3 (ALA), fibre, and lignans. Note: dogs have limited ability to convert plant ALA to the more bioactive EPA/DHA found in marine sources.Sources: Bauer 2011
11amino acids (see table)Amino acids (generic)
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● Standard ingredientA generic term for an amino acid supplement blend. Where the label lists the specific amino acids in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual amino acids are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
● Beneficial (supported)Contains a unique omega-3 fatty acid (ETA) and has been associated with anti-inflammatory and joint support benefits in some studies in dogs. Relevant for the AU/NZ market.Sources: Servet et al. 2006 · Bierer & Bui 2002Position on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.
13inulin▾
● Beneficial (supported)A prebiotic fibre associated with promoting beneficial gut bacteria (bifidobacteria).Sources: Swanson et al. 2002Position on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.
14sweet potatoPotato / sweet potato▾
● Contextual noteDigestible carbohydrate sources. Not harmful in themselves. Often used in grain-free formulations.Sources: NRC 2006
15maltodextrin▾
● Contextual noteMaltodextrin is a carbohydrate made by the partial hydrolysis of starch (typically corn, wheat, potato, rice or tapioca) into short glucose chains, with a dextrose equivalent generally between 3 and 20. In pet and human food it is used as a bulking agent, a carrier for flavours or micronutrients, a thickener/texturiser and a binder. It has no E-number (it is regulated as a food ingredient, not a numbered additive), is Generally Recognised as Safe (GRAS) by the US FDA, and is permitted for food use in the EU and Australia.Sources: US FDA GRAS listing for maltodextrin, 21 CFR 184.1444 · EU food ingredient status under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (not an E-numbered additive) · JECFA / food-science technical references on starch hydrolysates (dextrose equivalent classification)
16kelpKelp / seaweed meal▾
● Beneficial (supported)A natural source of iodine and trace minerals. Some studies have explored dental health benefits. Note: excessive iodine from kelp could affect thyroid function in cats with hyperthyroidism.Sources: NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
● Standard ingredientNatural preservation agents such as tocopherols or rosemary extract. Where the label names the agents in brackets, each is shown and classified below; 'including' wording means others may be present without being listed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions
