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Blackwood Dog Food Review

Company HQ

Lisbon, Ohio

Parent company

Blackwood Pet Foods, LLC

Sourcing and Manufacturing

United States

Type of food

Wet Dog Food, Dry Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food

Ratings

68%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 46%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 71%

? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%

? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 73%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 75%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 42%

Where to Buy

35 recipes available View

40 recipes available View

18 recipes available View

Pros

To our knowledge, Blackwood has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Affordable
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

Cons

Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Lower than average protein content

Brand Overview

Blackwood pet food is a family-operated brand that’s based in Ohio. The company has grown since its founding more than 20 years ago; these days, it offers super premium wet and dry dog food, cat food, puppy food, and kitten food. Grain- and gluten-free options are available, along with sensitive diet recipes for pets with unique dietary needs.

How Much Does Blackwood Dog Food Cost

We’ve compared Blackwood dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Wet Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.26	$0.35	-26%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.73	$1.25	-42%
Price per day	$0.44	$0.75	-41%

Blackwood Wet Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

Dry Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$2.40	$3.25	-26%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.15	$0.21	-30%
Price per day	$0.09	$0.12	-25%

Blackwood Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

Dry Puppy Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$2.51	$3.37	-26%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.14	$0.20	-32%
Price per day	$0.08	$0.12	-33%

Blackwood Dry Puppy Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.

Blackwood Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Blackwood dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.

Wet Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	43.18%	42.92%	+1%
DM Fat	39.78%	22.91%	+74%
DM Fiber	6.82%	7.10%	-4%
DM Carb	2.73%	26.32%	-90%

Dry Dog Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	30.25%	30.03%	+1%
DM Fat	16.70%	16.01%	+4%
DM Fiber	4.55%	5.37%	-15%
DM Carb	47.76%	47.69%	+0%

Dry Puppy Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	30.00%	32.35%	-7%
DM Fat	18.89%	17.94%	+5%
DM Fiber	3.33%	4.66%	-29%
DM Carb	47.78%	44.25%	+8%

All of Blackwood dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Blackwood Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Blackwood has never been recalled.

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Overall Score

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Blackwood Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe Sensitive Skin & Stomach Formula Dry Dog Food

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Blackwood Salmon Meal & Field Pea Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.11

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Blackwood Buffalo Meal & Field Pea Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.12

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Blackwood Salmon Meal & Brown Rice Recipe Sensitive Skin & Stomach Formula Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.09

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Blackwood 2000 Chicken Meal & Brown Rice Recipe Active Diet Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.05

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Blackwood 5000 Catfish Meal & Pearled Barley Sensitive Skin & Stomach Formula Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.09

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Blackwood 3000 Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe Everyday Diet Dry Dog Food

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Blackwood Chicken Meal & Rice Recipe Lean Diet Adult Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.09

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Blackwood Whitefish Meal & Oatmeal Recipe Large Breed Adult Dry Dog Food

Cost per day $0.08

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FAQ

Who owns Blackwood dog food?

Blackwood is owned by Blackwood Pet Foods, LLC.

Where is Blackwood dog food made?

Blackwood is manufactured in the United States .

Is Blackwood AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Blackwood recipes are AAFCO approved.

Has Blackwood dog food been recalled?

No Blackwood has never been recalled.

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