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Blackwood Sensitive Skin & Stomach Adult Catfish Meal with Ancient Grains Recipe Dry Dog Food

Blackwood Sensitive Skin & Stomach Adult Catfish Meal with Ancient Grains Recipe Dry Dog Food

By Blackwood 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 90% confidence
8.4 /10
Quality
8.2
Value
8.0
Design
7.9
Function
8.3
Durability
8.0

In a Nutshell

  • Highly effective for sensitive stomachs and skin
  • Positive taste and digestion results in most dogs
  • Minor issues with transitioning and expiration dates
  • Great for dogs with allergies
  • High quality, highly recommend

Quick Verdict

Blackwood Sensitive Skin & Stomach Dry Dog Food is highly praised for its quality and effectiveness in managing sensitive stomachs and skin issues. Most dogs enjoy the taste, but a few had issues with transitioning to this food.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 90%
Would Buy Again 79%
Avg Lifespan 12 months

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Highly Effective for Dog (5)

    This dog food is highly effective in managing sensitive stomachs and skin issues .

  • Good Calories (1)

    The high calorie content, over 400 calories per cup, is a significant advantage.

  • Great for Dogs with Allergies (2)

    This food is particularly good for dogs with allergies and it has worked for many dogs with picky palates.

  • Good for IBS (3)

    Has been effective for dogs diagnosed with IBS and has a great price point.

  • Positive Coat Health ()

    Reviewers noted a positive change in their dog's coat health.

Cons

  • Expiration Date Issues (1) minor

    Some reviewers received bags with expired 'best fed before' dates.

    Tip: Contact customer service for a replacement.

  • Transitioning Issues (2) minor

    Some dogs had issues transitioning to this food, possibly due to the change in diet.

    Tip: Gradually introduce the food and monitor the dog's reaction.

  • Catfish Favour (1) major

    This food contains catfish, which some dogs may not prefer.

    Tip: Switching to chicken variant

Quality Trend: Declining

Some reviews mention a decline in quality, particularly in recent purchases.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners with pets that have sensitive tummy and skin — many complaints of skin infections and soar ass were resolved once they tried this food
  • Anyone who wants durable dog chews and treats — Many of the dedicated pet owners have benefitted from the same.

Skip If

  • Poor reviewer — Very poor at defect marinating and educating customer.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 3 months to 24 months

Factors: storage conditions, frequency of use

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Follow manufacturer instructions
  • 💡 Transition gradually to new food

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.4
9 reviews
5★
78%
4★
11%
3★
11%
2★
0%
1★
0%
Quality issues (4)

Common Questions

How many calories does it have?

over 400 calories per cup

Does it resolve sking and stomack issues?

Yes! This food is highly effective in managing sensitive stomachs and skin issues.

Highlighted Reviews

— Jennifer 1 found helpful

"Finally, she realises that this product has a catfish flavour , but she prefers chicken."

— Trey

"Lotto eats it but doesn't seem to like it as much as Eukanuba"

Bottom Line

This is an excellent choice for dogs with sensitive stomachs and skin issues. The high quality and positive results make it a recommended product, despite a few minor issues reported by some reviewers.

8.4 /10
Excellent