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Chicken & Rice

Original Mature Dog Food All breeds

All breeds

Chicken & Rice

Original Mature Dog Food All breeds

This wholesome, balanced food is designed to meet the nutritional needs of mature dogs, from around age 7+.

  • 25%

    Protein

    From quality meats, vegetables and grains

  • 14%

    Fat

    From a blend of healthy fats and oils, including Emu Oil

  • Made with fish oil

  • For strong bones & muscles

  • Suitable for mature 7+ dogs, all breed sizes

  • 3kg, 20kg

Did you know that your dog’s nutritional needs can change and develop as they grow? That’s why Black Hawk created this wholesome and nutritious real food, to meet the specific needs of mature dogs, from 7 years old. Offering everything your dog needs for a complete and balanced diet, this great-tasting kibble includes 25% natural protein from quality meat, vegetables and grains, as well as 14% fat from healthy, natural sources, including emu oil.

This product also has the goodness of real Australian chicken – a highly digestible, lean and versatile protein packed with the amino acids essential for building strong bones and muscles. Rice has also been added as an excellent source of carbohydrates, providing all-important energy for your dog’s body and brain.

Created with expertise from animal nutritionists and vets, this unique recipe includes a range of other important ingredients to support your dog’s healthy ageing. Black Hawk Original Mature contains chicory root, a natural prebiotic for intestinal health; blueberries and cranberries, which may help immunity and natural defences; and green-lipped mussels which may support healthy joints. Sweet potato is also included as a rich, natural source of fibre that can support your dog’s digestive health and assist with the absorption of vital nutrients.

This wholesome, balanced food has been specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of mature dogs, aged 7+. This great tasting kibble includes 25% natural protein from quality meat, vegetables and grains, as well as 14% fat from healthy, natural sources, including emu oil. 

  • Made with Real Australian Chicken – a highly digestible, lean and versatile protein packed with the amino acids essential for building strong bones and muscles,
  • Rice has also been added as an excellent source of carbohydrates, providing all-important energy for your dog’s body and brain,
  • Chicory root, a natural prebiotic for intestinal health,
  • Blueberries and cranberries, which may help immunity and natural defences,
  • Green-lipped mussels which may support healthy joints,
  • Sweet potato is a rich, natural source of fibre that can support your dog’s digestive health and assist with the absorption of vital nutrients.  

Chicken meal, rice, oats, field peas, poultry fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), fish meal, natural chicken flavour, faba beans, chickpeas, hydrolysed chicken, fish oil, plant cellulose, essential vitamins, minerals & amino acids (see table), sweet potato, pumpkin, dried chicory root, dried yeast extracts, kelp, probiotics (Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis), tomato, D-glucosamine, natural antioxidants, L-carnitine, green-lipped mussel, emu oil, Yucca schidigera extract, cranberries, blueberries, rosemary, carrot, pumpkin seeds, peppermint, dandelion.

Black Hawk Original Mature Chicken & Rice formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Crude Protein (min) 25%
Fat (min) 14%
Crude Fibre (max) % 5%
Moisture (max) 10%
Calcium - Ca (min) 0.9%
Phosphorus - P (min) 0.7%
Metabolisable Energy 3,525 kcal ME/kg

 

Added Essential Vitamins 

Choline, Vitamin E, Vitamin C*, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Thiamine, Vitamin B6, Vitamin A, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D.

Added Essential Minerals

Potassium, Chloride, Zinc, Iron, Copper, Manganese, Iodine, Selenium.

Amino and Fatty Acids

DL-Methionine, L-carnitine*.

*Not recognised as an essential nutrient in the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

Ideal feeding quantities vary by breed, age, activity level, body condition and neutered status, so the following information is a guide only. Adjust to suit your dog's needs.

Current Weight Mature Dogs (7+ Years) Even Older (12+ years)
KG Grams per Day
Up to 2kg Up to 45g Up to 50g
2 – 5kg 45 – 90g 50 – 105g
5 – 10kg 90 – 150g 105 – 175g
10 – 15kg 150 – 205g 175 – 240g
15 – 25kg 205 – 300g 240 – 350g
25 – 35kg 300 – 390g 350 – 450g
over 35kg add 75g per 10kg of additional body weight add 85g per 10kg of additional body weight

 

*Approximate measurement

Important feeding information

Mature = dogs over 7 years tend to slow down a little while benefiting from protein which supports their body condition.

Even Older = over 12 years, body maintenance becomes a priority so feeding amounts should be adapted once more.

1 metric cup (250ml) = Approximately 135g.

Make sure fresh water in a clean bowl is available at all times. 

More information about standard dog breed's adult weights here.

Description

Did you know that your dog’s nutritional needs can change and develop as they grow? That’s why Black Hawk created this wholesome and nutritious real food, to meet the specific needs of mature dogs, from 7 years old. Offering everything your dog needs for a complete and balanced diet, this great-tasting kibble includes 25% natural protein from quality meat, vegetables and grains, as well as 14% fat from healthy, natural sources, including emu oil.

This product also has the goodness of real Australian chicken – a highly digestible, lean and versatile protein packed with the amino acids essential for building strong bones and muscles. Rice has also been added as an excellent source of carbohydrates, providing all-important energy for your dog’s body and brain.

Created with expertise from animal nutritionists and vets, this unique recipe includes a range of other important ingredients to support your dog’s healthy ageing. Black Hawk Original Mature contains chicory root, a natural prebiotic for intestinal health; blueberries and cranberries, which may help immunity and natural defences; and green-lipped mussels which may support healthy joints. Sweet potato is also included as a rich, natural source of fibre that can support your dog’s digestive health and assist with the absorption of vital nutrients.

This wholesome, balanced food has been specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of mature dogs, aged 7+. This great tasting kibble includes 25% natural protein from quality meat, vegetables and grains, as well as 14% fat from healthy, natural sources, including emu oil. 

  • Made with Real Australian Chicken – a highly digestible, lean and versatile protein packed with the amino acids essential for building strong bones and muscles,
  • Rice has also been added as an excellent source of carbohydrates, providing all-important energy for your dog’s body and brain,
  • Chicory root, a natural prebiotic for intestinal health,
  • Blueberries and cranberries, which may help immunity and natural defences,
  • Green-lipped mussels which may support healthy joints,
  • Sweet potato is a rich, natural source of fibre that can support your dog’s digestive health and assist with the absorption of vital nutrients.  

Ingredients

Chicken meal, rice, oats, field peas, poultry fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), fish meal, natural chicken flavour, faba beans, chickpeas, hydrolysed chicken, fish oil, plant cellulose, essential vitamins, minerals & amino acids (see table), sweet potato, pumpkin, dried chicory root, dried yeast extracts, kelp, probiotics (Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis), tomato, D-glucosamine, natural antioxidants, L-carnitine, green-lipped mussel, emu oil, Yucca schidigera extract, cranberries, blueberries, rosemary, carrot, pumpkin seeds, peppermint, dandelion.

Analysis, Vitamins & Minerals

Black Hawk Original Mature Chicken & Rice formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Crude Protein (min) 25%
Fat (min) 14%
Crude Fibre (max) % 5%
Moisture (max) 10%
Calcium - Ca (min) 0.9%
Phosphorus - P (min) 0.7%
Metabolisable Energy 3,525 kcal ME/kg

 

Added Essential Vitamins 

Choline, Vitamin E, Vitamin C*, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Thiamine, Vitamin B6, Vitamin A, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D.

Added Essential Minerals

Potassium, Chloride, Zinc, Iron, Copper, Manganese, Iodine, Selenium.

Amino and Fatty Acids

DL-Methionine, L-carnitine*.

*Not recognised as an essential nutrient in the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

Daily Feeding Guide

Ideal feeding quantities vary by breed, age, activity level, body condition and neutered status, so the following information is a guide only. Adjust to suit your dog's needs.

Current Weight Mature Dogs (7+ Years) Even Older (12+ years)
KG Grams per Day
Up to 2kg Up to 45g Up to 50g
2 – 5kg 45 – 90g 50 – 105g
5 – 10kg 90 – 150g 105 – 175g
10 – 15kg 150 – 205g 175 – 240g
15 – 25kg 205 – 300g 240 – 350g
25 – 35kg 300 – 390g 350 – 450g
over 35kg add 75g per 10kg of additional body weight add 85g per 10kg of additional body weight

 

*Approximate measurement

Important feeding information

Mature = dogs over 7 years tend to slow down a little while benefiting from protein which supports their body condition.

Even Older = over 12 years, body maintenance becomes a priority so feeding amounts should be adapted once more.

1 metric cup (250ml) = Approximately 135g.

Make sure fresh water in a clean bowl is available at all times. 

More information about standard dog breed's adult weights here.

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Weighing your pet's daily portion is best, and where possible adjust their feeding according to any changes in weight or activity levels. If you're using a cup measure, then 1 metric cup = approximately 125g of kibble.

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Frequently asked questions

Who formulates the Black Hawk range of pet foods?

We have an in-house formulation team with a collective 59 years of applied experience who are qualified in veterinary and nutritional science, including degrees in Animal Nutrition from the School of Environmental and Rural Science at the University of New England.

We also employ 3 vets in our Research & Development team, who have worked in clinical practice and have extensive experience in the commercial pet food industry. They work with an external network of veterinarians, clinical specialists, nutritional scientists and researchers.

Being an Australian-formulated and produced product, our team knows our recipes inside-out, and we’re close to the manufacturing process

Where can I find ingredients and nutritional information for your food?

All Black Hawk packaging have the ingredients listed, as well as the nutritional information such as protein, fat etc.

You can also see this information on the product page for each of our products on this website.

 

How much should I feed my dog?

The amount of food your pet needs will vary depending on their age, weight, lifestyle and breed. Black Hawk pet foods come with a feeding guide which will offer a recommended serving size for your dog.

It’s important to take into account changes to your pet’s lifestyle when following the standard feeding guide – remember, these guides are general and your pet’s needs may vary. For instance, if you are walking your dog less during the winter months or your pet isn’t as active as it used to be it’s important to cut down its serving size to ensure your pet doesn’t gain too much weight.

 

How is the Black Hawk Original Mature range different to the Black Hawk Original Adult range?

The Black Hawk Original Mature range has been specifically designed to cater for dogs as they age. Both ranges have antioxidants, and Australian chicken or grass-fed Australian lamb as their core protein source. The Mature range also has: 

  • A higher percentage of protein, and less calories, than the Original Adult range.
  • Hydrolysed protein and L-carnitine to support lean muscle mass.
  • A higher amount of omega-3s from fish oil to support your dog’s skin and coat health.
  • Higher levels of glucosamine and chondroitin from green lipped mussels.
  • A combination of prebiotic fibres and probiotics for total gut health. 

In summary, the new Black Hawk Original Mature range has some unique offerings for our older dogs: higher protein and lower calories, as well as joint-supporting glucosamine and chondroitin, and probiotics for total gut health. 

What is the difference between Black Hawk Original Mature Chicken & Rice and Black Hawk Original Mature Lamb & Rice?

Both flavoursome varieties have been specifically designed to fulfil the needs of mature dogs. 

Black Hawk Original Mature Chicken & Rice includes the goodness of Australian chicken – a highly digestible, lean and versatile protein that is packed with the amino acids essential for building strong bones and muscles. Black Hawk Original Mature Lamb & Rice includes the goodness of grass-fed Australian lamb – also a highly digestible protein source, but rich in iron and vitamin B12 which may help your dog’s heart health.  

The major difference your dog will notice, of course, is the taste. Having two different proteins on offer means that we can cater to their preferences, ensuring that they find every meal a delicious one.  

What is the difference between the Black Hawk Original Mature range and the Black Hawk Healthy Benefits range?

The Black Hawk Original Mature range has been formulated to meet the specific needs of an ageing dog. It provides added nutritional support and is lower in calories than the majority of the Black Hawk Healthy Benefits range.  

By comparison, the Black Hawk Healthy Benefits range is created for adult dogs of all ages but tailored for dogs with specific needs: Sensitive Skin & Gut, Joints & Muscles, Weight Management and Dental. Long-term feeding of these foods will support dogs according to the specific needs which have have recognised as their greatest health concern.   

If it’s the diet that fits them best, Heathy Benefits can and should be fed to your dogs throughout their older years too. When a specific body system needs some nutritional help, it’s best to continue supporting them with a targeted product as it is long-term feeding that will make the most significant difference to your dog. 

What is the size of the kibble in the Black Hawk Original Mature range?

We have designed the kibble to be as easy to eat as possible for dogs of all sizes. Each piece is roughly 11.5 millimetres long and 6 millimetres wide, and is comparable in size to the Black Hawk Original Adult range.  

What are the new features highlighted on the Black Hawk Original Mature range?

The Black Hawk Original Mature range is crafted to provide nutritional support and enhance the overall wellbeing of dogs aged seven years and older. This premium offering includes both a lamb or chicken variety, to make transitioning from our adult range easy for your dog. 

The range includes chicory root, which is high in inulin to help feed beneficial bacteria to keep your dog’s gut balanced. We have also included two live strains of probiotics: Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus licheniformis, to assist your dog in supporting a healthy microbiome and enabling total gut health. 

We have selected high quality Australian proteins, chicken and lamb, which are highly digestible and support the maintenance of lean muscle mass in mature and senior dogs.  

Supplementary L-carnitine has been added to support your dog’s fat metabolism, and blueberries and cranberries have also been included, which are rich in antioxidants to help combat cellular ageing. 

We have also included fish oil, a natural source of EPA and DHA omega-3s, plus green-lipped mussel which naturally contains chondroitin. When combined with supplementary glucosamine, these chondroprotectants provide a synergistic effect that may support joints in mature and senior dogs. 

I am currently feeding Healthy Benefits to my dog, but he is about to turn seven. Should I shift him to the Original Mature range?

This important decision is about finding the food that works best, and fits you and your dog’s preferences. There is no wrong answer as all Black Hawk diets are high quality, prioritising digestibility and taste. 

If your dog has a specific health concern, the product you’ve selected from the Healthy Benefits range is likely the most suitable option. Whether it be Sensitive Skin & Gut, Joints & Muscles, Weight Management or Dental, these diets have been created to help you take a ‘step up’ and address one or two of their body systems. 

Will the kibble suit my dog’s size?

Our Black Hawk Original Mature range has been designed to suit all breeds, from small to large.  Some dogs may have personal preferences regarding kibble size, but the dimensions of this kibble tend to appeal to most.    

How much should I feed my mature dog?

As your dog ages, they change, and so does their lifestyle. So, what they’re fed and how much they’re fed should change too. 

The guide below provides a general indication of how much to feed your dog based on its age and weight. However, it’s important to remember that this is just a guide. If you are unsure or think that their body condition has changed, please ask your vet or reach out to our Customer Care team for a bespoke recommendation.  

Is it still ok to give treats to my mature dog?

Absolutely! Older age doesn’t exclude our best friends from enjoying treats, whether they are used to show our affection, as a training aide, or as a source of entertainment when needed.  

While older dogs can benefit from specific nutrition in their everyday food, it’s only when they have specific dietary restrictions that you need to become particular about the type of treat you are offering on an occasional basis. Don’t forget that as a general guide, treats shouldn’t make up more than 10% of your pet’s diet. You can read more about healthy dog treats here.

Is it okay to give my mature dog other foods, like scraps, left-overs or home-made meals?

When your dog is fed a high quality, complete and balanced diet, there is no need to supplement with scraps, left-overs or home-made meals.  

In fact, additional foods will ‘dilute’ the long-term effects and benefits of having a consistent and balanced food like the Black Hawk Original Mature range. Unless meticulously balanced alongside their other intakes, your best intentions to add variety may be doing more harm for your pet than good. 

Can I feed my adult dog food from the Black Hawk Mature range?

There is no absolute, universally accepted ‘rule book’ for feeding senior pets. This is because ageing is a process that is unique to every dog, and their needs can differ considerably and change over time.   

The Black Hawk Original Mature range has been designed to suit adult dogs. However, please be mindful that this range has reduced calories which means your adult dog may need to eat more to meet their energy needs.  Also, if your dog has any specific concerns, preferences or individual needs, you may want to consider the Black Hawk Healthy Benefits range, or another such as our grain free options, or our wet food offering in cans or trays. 

What if my household has a lot of dogs with different ages? Can I feed this to my other dogs?

We understand that feeding different foods to multiple dogs in a single household can be a challenge. The Black Hawk Original Mature range can certainly be fed to all adult dogs.  Please just be mindful that, because the calories are reduced, your adult dog may need to eat more kibble a day compared with our regular adult diets to meet their energy needs.   

Puppies, however, have different needs for energy and nutrients versus their adult friends, so please take care to feed a specifically formulated puppy food to your growing pet. 

Are single protein source foods better for my dog?

Feeding only one protein source to your pet is a popular preference for some pet parents. We understand the motivation when your best friend seems to have a sensitivity or has reacted badly to a product in the past. The reality is that unless your vet has diagnosed them with an immune system reaction to a protein (possibly wheat or chicken or dairy) and given advice to completely avoid the problem ingredient, then a single-protein-source diet isn’t necessary. 

You’ll see on our packaging that we often select ingredients from a number of sources, and do this for very good reasons. When selecting different ingredients from varied species (both plant and animal), you’re able to take the very best from each of them. This means that the nutrients within the ingredients complement each other, when prepared in just the right way and combined in just the right proportions. 

This is the approach we take for all Black Hawk foods.  

How do I deal with my dog's diarrhoea?

If your dog has diarrhoea, it can be unpleasant for both of you, and a source of worry. It’s important to make note of a few factors so you can hopefully uncover the cause and collect some important information to pass on to your vet.  

  • Think about volume and frequency (does your dog have frequent minor issues, or high-volume diarrhoea)?
  • Think about the features of their poo (is it jelly-like or oily, yellow, green, dark black or even red?)  
  • Think about associated behaviour (is it due to accidental occurrences or straining, or are they withdrawn, lethargic or showing signs of weakness)
  • Think about what else is happening (are there changes in their environment, food and otherwise? This could mean new products, treats/snacks/leftovers, ingredients, quick changes, or new playmates, recent travel, access to chemicals, a break in their worming schedule or heightened stress in their lives). 

 

It’s important to replace their lost fluids, correcting any dehydration as best you can with heaps of fresh clean water.  

Dividing rations into 4-6 small meals throughout the day can also mean your pet’s digestive system is less overwhelmed, particularly when feeding a quality, digestible food. 

Don’t hesitate to call your vet, who will tell you if a visit is needed. 

How do I read a feeding guide?

Portion control is clearly an issue for the 41% of Aussie pets carrying too much weight, so it’s important to learn how to read feeding guides.  

Firstly, decide on the healthy weight of your pet… the weight at which they are in their very best condition. That’s where you start, and it’s ideally the current weight (in the left hand column) of your dog.  

Secondly, decide on their activity level. Apart from their weight, that’s the most important fact that will determine how much food they need to live their best life.  

  • ‘Less active’ means less than one hour of exercise per day.
  • ‘Active pets’  is what we’re aiming for, meaning they’re having one to three hours of low impact or at least one hour of high impact exercise daily.  

  Remember that this is not a per meal measure, and you need to divide the amount further into two to three feeding events.  

This is also only a guide, and as your pet’s activity changes, you should feel confident in taking meal sizes up or down by 10 to 20%. 

If in doubt, our online calculator on every product page can help.  

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