Bachelor of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney, Australia
Certificate, Companion Animal Nutrition, University of Illinois, USA.
Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour, International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM), UK
Like all good vets, Dr Ada Siu joined the profession with a passion for helping animals. And as one of our Technical Services Veterinarians on our Research and Development team, she continues to do just that: guiding pet nutrition and product safety, supporting the development of our pet products and providing accurate and accessible education for pet parents.
Beginning her career in a small animal practice in Canberra, she has since gained diverse clinical experience across Sydney including a fast paced 24-hour emergency hospital. This background deepened her appreciation for the vital role of nutrition in pet well-being.
“Nutrition is the base of pet health, wellness and vitality, and has a role in preventing and managing certain diseases.”
That interest in nutrition as the first step in keeping our pets healthy was what drew Dr Siu to Black Hawk. Our science-backed, natural health focus coupled with our commitment to superior Australian ingredients matched perfectly with her passion and dedication.
“Black Hawk are developing, adopting and exceeding international industry pet food standards. Every team member is devoted to contributing to general pet health by ensuring our products are of premium quality. And being Australian made, Black Hawk is supporting the Australian community by prioritising local ingredients and manufacturing.”
A big fan of felines in particular, Dr Siu is pet parent to Raja and Lilly, two stray cats she adopted while working in clinics. Although she refers to them as her ‘fur kids’, she admits the relationship is more like a homestay parent to two teenagers!
Collaborating with Guide Dogs Australia to create a tailored feeding protocol for their dogs was a highlight for Dr Siu. Supporting the Guide Dogs team throughout their transition to Black Hawk was incredibly rewarding for her, knowing the dogs’ nutritional needs were met with care. Contributing to these amazing animals' well-being and their life-changing work reinforced her passion for animal nutrition.
Appearing at Black Hawk Dog’s Day Out in Armidale, held in collaboration with BackTrack Youth Works, was a highlight for Dr Siu. She got to see firsthand the special bond between the program’s young people and the amazing working dogs, which reminded her of the significance of human-animal connection.