Black Hawk Healthy Benefits Sensitive Skin & Gut Adult Dry Dog Food
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Black Hawk Healthy Benefits Sensitive Skin & Gut Adult Dog Food
Black Hawk Healthy Benefits Sensitive Skin & Gut is a grain free dog food designed for adult dogs needing extra support for sensitive skin, gut health, and everyday digestion. This highly digestible Black Hawk dog food is built to help normalise bowel function, improve stool quality, and support nutrient absorption—ideal for dogs with a “touchy tummy”, occasional loose stools, or skin and coat flare-ups.
Fortified with probiotics and prebiotics to support a healthy microbiome, plus fish oil as a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, it helps promote a shiny coat, healthy skin barrier, and overall wellbeing. Order online for fast Melbourne delivery or choose Click & Collect from our Moorabbin warehouse.
If you’re exploring more options within the range, you can also browse our full Black Hawk dog food collection for both dry and wet formulas suited to different dietary needs.
Available in Melbourne VIC: Get Black Hawk dog food delivered locally, or pick up via Click & Collect from our Moorabbin warehouse.
Looking for a natural dog food option for sensitive dogs? This recipe focuses on gut comfort, skin support, and long-term everyday health.
Key Benefits
- Sensitive Skin & Gut support: Helps support bowel function, stool quality, and nutrient absorption.
- Microbiome-friendly: Includes prebiotics and probiotics to help maintain balanced gut flora.
- Skin & coat nutrition: Omega-3 rich fish oil supports healthy skin and a shiny coat.
- Highly digestible proteins: Carefully selected protein sources to support digestion and recovery.
- Grain free carbohydrates & fibres: A unique blend designed to support dogs with sensitive guts.
- Everyday adult maintenance: Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult dog maintenance.
Who Is This Recipe Best For?
This sensitive stomach dog food is a practical choice for adult dogs who:
- Experience occasional diarrhoea, loose stools, or digestive upsets
- Have itchy skin, dull coats, or skin sensitivity triggers
- Tend to scavenge or eat indiscriminately on walks
- Need a grain free everyday diet with microbiome support
- Are recovering from adverse skin reactions or living in harsher environments
What Makes Black Hawk Sensitive Skin & Gut Different?
Healthy Benefits recipes are created with the idea that nutrition can actively support long-term wellbeing. This formula combines targeted gut and skin support ingredients, including hydrolysed chicken (easier-to-digest peptides), algae beta-glucans for gut defence support, and a carefully chosen fibre blend to help maintain healthy digestion.
Prebiotics feed beneficial gut bacteria, while probiotics help support the gut barrier and digestive comfort. Over time, consistent feeding may help reduce digestive workload and support a healthier skin and coat response.
Ingredients
Chicken (meal & fresh), field peas, chickpeas, faba beans, chicken fat (preserved with natural antioxidants), sweet potato, pea starch, natural chicken flavour, beet pulp, hydrolysed chicken, essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids, fish oil, carrot fibre, dried yeast extracts, sea kelp, probiotics (Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis), tomato, zinc proteinate, algae β-glucan, coconut oil, emu oil, D-glucosamine, selenium yeast, Yucca schidigera extract, blueberries, carrots, cranberries, peppermint, pumpkin seeds, dandelion and rosemary.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Crude Protein (min) | 28% |
| Fat (min) | 17% |
| Crude Fibre (max) | 6% |
| Moisture (max) | 10% |
| Calcium – Ca (min) | 0.9% |
| Phosphorus – P (min) | 0.7% |
| Calorie Content (calculated) | 3,700 kcal ME/kg |
Feeding Guide
Ideal feeding quantities may vary by breed, age, activity level and body condition. Use this as a guide and adjust to suit your dog’s needs.
| Current Weight | Less Active Dogs (g/day) | Active Dogs (g/day) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2kg | Up to 45g | Up to 50g |
| 2 – 5kg | 45 – 85g | 50 – 100g |
| 5 – 10kg | 85 – 145g | 100 – 165g |
| 10 – 15kg | 145 – 195g | 165 – 225g |
| 15 – 25kg | 195 – 285g | 225 – 335g |
| 25 – 35kg | 285 – 370g | 335 – 430g |
| Over 35kg | Add 70g per 10kg additional body weight | Add 80g per 10kg additional body weight |
Important Feeding Information
- Transition slowly: Gradual food changes and smaller meals can reduce gut workload.
- Give it time: Skin and gut benefits often respond best to consistent feeding over 2–3 months.
- Activity guide: Less active = under 1 hour/day of low impact activity (e.g., lead walking). Active = 1–3 hours/day of low impact activity or up to 1 hour/day of high impact activity (e.g., agility).
- Measuring: 1 metric cup (250ml) is approximately 125g.
- Fresh water: Ensure clean water is available at all times.
- Vet advice: Seek veterinary advice if your dog shows signs of ill health.
About Black Hawk
Black Hawk is an Australian pet food brand known for its focus on real, natural ingredients and scientifically guided nutrition. Every recipe is developed by a team of animal nutritionists using premium proteins, wholesome vegetables, and functional oils to support long-term health. The Healthy Benefits range, including Sensitive Skin & Gut, is created with targeted support in mind—addressing common concerns such as digestion, skin health, immune balance, and overall wellbeing.
Black Hawk continues to be one of the most trusted Australian-made options for pet parents seeking reliable, everyday nutrition. For official product details, you may visit the Black Hawk Healthy Benefits Sensitive Skin & Gut official website.
For independent customer opinions and long-term user experiences, you may also refer to Black Hawk reviews on ProductReview Australia.
FAQs
Is Black Hawk Sensitive Skin & Gut good for dogs with diarrhoea or loose stools?
This recipe is designed to support bowel function and stool quality with a digestible protein base plus probiotics and prebiotics. If your dog has persistent diarrhoea, consult your vet to rule out underlying causes.
Does this Black Hawk dog food contain grain?
No—this is a grain free dog food using a blend of grain-free carbohydrates and fibres to support sensitive digestion.
What helps support skin and coat health in this formula?
Omega-3s from fish oil support skin barrier function and coat shine. The overall nutrient balance is designed for dogs with higher skin and coat needs.
What are prebiotics and probiotics, and why do they matter?
Prebiotics are fibres that feed beneficial gut bacteria, while probiotics are live bacterial supplements that support gut balance and the gut barrier. Together, they help maintain a healthier microbiome and digestive comfort.
How long does it take to see improvements?
Digestive comfort may improve sooner, while skin and coat changes often take longer. Consistent feeding for 2–3 months is commonly recommended to support longer-term results.
Is this suitable for all breeds?
Yes—this recipe is created for adult dogs of all breeds. Use the feeding guide as a starting point and adjust based on your dog’s body condition and activity level.
Standard Shipping Policy (Excludes Fresh & Frozen Products)
We offer fast and reliable shipping options across Australia, including local delivery in select Melbourne Metro areas and refrigerated shipping across Melbourne and VIC.
Scroll down for more details on our shipping options.
Standard Shipping
- Dispatched from our Melbourne warehouse via Couriers Please
- FREE standard shipping on orders over $49 to selected metro areas* (excludes WA, NT, TAS, and regional areas)
- Orders under $49 incur a flat $8.50 shipping fee
- You may also select Australia Post or StarTrack at checkout if preferred
Note: For deliveries to Parcel Lockers or PO Boxes, you must select Australia Post as your shipping method.
Australia Post Shipping
- Free shipping for orders over $49 and under 5KG, Australia-wide
- Orders over 5KG will incur a shipping fee based on the parcel’s weight and size
- Available for all addresses, including PO Boxes and Parcel Lockers
Estimated Delivery Times
- Metro areas: 2–5 business days*
- Regional areas: Up to 7 business days*
*Delivery times may vary depending on your location, selected courier, and public holidays.
Shipping to Western Australia (WA)
- Selected WA metro areas: Orders over $49 – $10 shipping fee
- Orders under $49 – $15 shipping fee
- For other WA regions, as well as NT, TAS, and regional areas, shipping via Australia Post is calculated based on parcel weight and size
Authority to Leave (ATL)
All home delivery orders will be delivered with Authority to Leave (ATL) by default. If no one is home, couriers will leave your parcel in a safe location.
Do not want ATL? Please leave a note on the cart page before checkout.
Important Note on Freight Costs
Due to rising freight costs, some products may no longer be eligible for free shipping. We are working hard to bring back free shipping for more items and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Refund Exchange Policy
At ADS Pet Store, we wish to you have a pleasant experience, so we are trying to make our returns and exchanges policy as simple as possible. We accept returns and exchanges up to 28 days from purchase.
Please see below for FROZEN RAW PRODUCTS refund & exchange policy.
We also accept a return if you change your mind. And the products must:
- Be returned in 28 days from purchase
- Be unopened and in original condition with packaging
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PLEASE NOTE: CLEARANCE ITEM DOES NOT ACCEPT REFUND, RETURN, AND CHANGE OF MIND.
Our returns and exchanges policy comply with the Australian Consumer Law. We accept a refund or replacement if a product has a major problem. This is included that a product
- is faulty or unacceptable quality
- does not match the description or sample
- is not fit for the purpose
- is not delivered in a reasonable time frame
- A proof of purchase must be provided (e.g receipt)
PLEASE NOTE: There are NO REFUNDS for change of mind for raw pet food. If there is a problem with your order. Please take photos and send us an email on the same day or once you have received your order. If you requesting a Refund, you will need to return the products in unopened and original condition with packaging within 24 hours (perishable).
Returns Progress
The returns and exchanges products must be returned to us either via post or in person to our store. Failure to provide proof of purchase may result a refusal of accept returns and exchanges.
The customer is responsible for the cost of returns or exchanges (e.g shipping fee), unless there was an error on our behalf. Please contact ADS customer service representative before returning goods. We can only offer refunds when we have arranged pickup and return through our courier service.
We cannot offer refunds or exchanges on any opened food, treats or edible items due to strict health policies.
Damaged or Faulty Items
If you received a damaged shipment or product, please email photos of the damaged item toinfo@adspet.com.au with your name and order number. We will solve the issue with you together.
Warranty
If a product has manufacturer's warranty, we can help you handle manufacturer warranty returns on your behalf. This service requires that freight costs (both ways) and any other associated costs (factory testing, warranty rejection) be paid in advance. It will take up to 28 days for repair or factory testing. This may take longer in under some circumstances.
Examples of occasions where the warranties and additional promises (if applicable) will not apply are:
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Where you have mistreated or abused the products (whether intentionally or unintentionally); or
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Damaged the products as a result of using them in a way they were not intended to be used.
ADS Pet Store will NOT issue replacement products, for either warranty or exchange, prior to receiving the product needing to be returned.
We recommend you contract the relevant manufacturer if you have an issue of operating a product.
Who will pay for the return of my purchased?
ADS Pet Store will cover any associated delivery cost for the return of any product does not meet the consumer guarantees. (Please see above for detail.) Any return shipping cost will be added to your refund amount once processed. We will also refund the cost of the original delivery and pay for the delivery of any replacement item.
We do not cover any return shipping cost for any "change of mind" returns. A copy of proof of purchase need to be include in the return parcel, and the refund will be processed using your original method of payment.
ADS Pet Store cannot be responsible for any items damaged or lost during return transit. Please ensure your item is packed securely and avoid any damage in transit. Please also keep your tracking information on your hand, to ensure the parcel arrive at our warehouse safely.
How long will my money back to account?
Please allow 5-7 business days after we processed your refund.
Frozen Raw Products Refund & Exchange Policy
We do NOT accept change of mind after your order has been dispatched.
If there is any problem with your order. Please take a photos and send us an email info@adspet.com.au, once you received your order. Please contract us within 24 hours upon receiving your order. Any complaint after 24 hours, my affect any replacement of your order.
If you are requesting a Refund, you will need to return the products in unopened and original condition with packaging within 24 hours (perishable). If you are requesting a replacement you will need to send us an email with photos/video on the same day of receiving your parcel.
Customers will pay for the Refrigerated Freight if you are requesting a refund or return products unless our behalf of mistaken.