{"id":7011987226694,"title":"Side by Side Freeze Dried Raw Dog Food Neutral Beef Mini Patties (14oz bag)","handle":"side-by-side-freeze-dried-raw-neutral-beef-mini-patties","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eComplete and balanced freeze-dried raw beef patties for dogs, formulated using TCVM food energetics principles. This Neutral formula is 90% Neutral ingredients - appropriate for dogs of all constitutional types, making it the most versatile protein option in the Side by Side lineup. Packed with essential nutrients derived from whole foods, including a full spectrum of beef organs. No synthetic vitamins or minerals, no artificial flavors, colors, or extracts. Locally sourced ingredients. Rehydrates easily with water or broth. Made in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat Is Food Energetics?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, all foods carry a thermal nature - Warming, Cooling, or Neutral - that influences the body's internal temperature and energy balance. Neutral foods nourish without pushing the body's temperature in either direction. Side by Side Beef Patties are formulated so that 90% of ingredients by weight are Neutral, making this diet genuinely appropriate for any dog regardless of constitutional type. Neutral proteins are particularly useful when the constitutional picture is unclear, during seasonal transitions, for multi-dog households with dogs of different constitutions, or as a foundation diet for dogs being introduced to food energetics feeding for the first time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM Thermal Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal nature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient energetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral 90% (Beef, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers, Beef Kidneys, Beef Lungs, Carrots, Green Beans, Apples, Beets, Dried Yeast, Herring Oil, Sesame Seeds, Shiitake Mushrooms, Sunflower Seeds); Warm 8% (Pumpkin, Pumpkin Seeds, Tart Cherries); Cool 2% (Alfalfa, Blueberries, Broccoli, Chia Seeds, Cranberries, Flaxseed Oil, Kelp, Oranges, Spinach, Strawberries, Tomatoes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary TCVM action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Qi and Blood, nourishes Spleen and Stomach, supports Kidney and Liver function, nourishes without generating excess Heat or Cold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppropriate for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs of all constitutional types - Hot, Neutral, and Cool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs whose constitution has not yet been assessed, multi-dog households, seasonal rotation, or dogs transitioning between constitutional proteins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan be rotated with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warming Chicken Patties for Cool dogs building toward balance, or Cooling formulas for Hot dogs in recovery, without thermally counteracting the primary protocol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood energetics formulated:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% Neutral ingredients by weight - appropriate for all constitutional types\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete and balanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated to meet AAFCO nutritional profiles for all life stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull spectrum beef organs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes beef hearts, livers, kidneys, and lungs for broad organ-system nutritional coverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential nutrients from whole foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e All vitamins and minerals come from the ingredients themselves rather than a synthetic premix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze-dried raw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-temperature processing preserves natural enzymes, amino acids, and nutrient density without heat degradation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocally sourced ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo synthetic vitamins or minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo artificial flavors, colors, or extracts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRehydrates easily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add warm water or bone broth before serving to support digestion; can also be fed dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredient Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeef:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Neutral protein rich in B vitamins, zinc, and iron; supports healthy immune function, energy levels, and muscle maintenance. In TCVM, beef tonifies Qi and Blood and supports Spleen and Stomach - particularly appropriate for dogs with digestive weakness or Qi deficiency patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeef Hearts, Livers, Kidneys, and Lungs:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full spectrum of Neutral beef organs delivering concentrated CoQ10, taurine, iron, B12, fat-soluble vitamins A and D, and trace minerals not present in meaningful quantities in muscle meat alone. In TCVM, organ meats nourish the corresponding organ systems - beef liver supports Liver Blood, beef kidney supports Kidney Jing and Yang, and beef heart supports Heart Qi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerring Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Neutral cold-water fish oil rich in EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids; supports healthy skin and coat, a normal inflammatory response, brain function, and cardiovascular health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShiitake Mushrooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Neutral fungi and adaptogenic superfood rich in B and D vitamins; strengthens the immune system, supports cardiovascular health, and provides beta-glucan polysaccharides with documented immunomodulatory properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlaxseed Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Cool source of ALA omega-3 fatty acids; contributes to the formula's small Cool percentage while supporting skin and coat and providing plant-based essential fatty acids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBeef, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers, Beef Kidneys, Beef Lungs, Carrots, Pumpkin, Green Beans, Apples, Beets, Flaxseed Oil, Dried Yeast, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Dehydrated Alfalfa, Quinoa Seeds, Sea Kelp, Sesame Seeds, Herring Oil, Chia Seeds, Tomatoes, Shiitake Mushrooms, Broccoli, Oranges, Cranberries, Spinach, Tart Cherries, Strawberries, Blueberries, Mixed Tocopherols (as a preservative).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Protein (Min): 40%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Fat (Min): 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Fiber (Max): 7%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMoisture (Max): 8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCalorie Content (Calculated ME)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e4,400 kcal\/kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e50 kcal\/patty\/cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e125 kcal\/oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYou can feed our patties dry or rehydrated. To rehydrate, add warm water or bone broth to suit your dog's preference (approximately 2-3 tbsp per patty). For quicker rehydration, crumble the patties first. Feed as a complete and balanced meal, or use as a fresh food mixer by substituting 25% of your dog's current food with Side by Side, or as directed by your veterinarian. Clean all surfaces, bowls, and hands thoroughly after each meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy choose a Neutral diet over a Warming or Cooling formula?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA Neutral diet is the right choice when your dog's constitutional type has not yet been assessed by a TCVM veterinarian, when you have multiple dogs with different constitutions, during seasonal transitions when the appropriate thermal direction may shift, or when you want a stable foundation diet that won't thermally counteract a herbal protocol targeting either Hot or Cold patterns. Beef is also appropriate for rotation alongside constitutional proteins - for example, rotating between Neutral Beef and Cooling Duck for a Hot dog provides variety without disrupting the thermal strategy, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat makes the full spectrum of beef organs significant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis formula includes beef hearts, livers, kidneys, and lungs - not just one organ type. Each organ delivers a distinct nutritional and TCVM contribution: beef liver is the most nutrient-dense source of B12, iron, and fat-soluble vitamins; beef heart is the primary dietary source of CoQ10 and taurine; beef kidney supports Kidney Jing in TCVM and provides selenium and B12; and beef lung provides natural chondroitin and a lighter protein source. Together, they cover nutritional ground that muscle meat alone cannot, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCan I use these patties as a topper instead of a full meal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. Substitute 25% of your dog's current food with Side by Side Beef Patties to add whole-food nutrients and TCVM Neutral thermal support without a full diet transition. This is a low-commitment way to introduce food energetics feeding and observe how your dog responds before committing to a complete diet change, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy no synthetic vitamins or minerals?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAll vitamins and minerals in Side by Side Beef Patties come from the whole-food ingredients - the broad spectrum of beef organs, vegetables, seeds, fruits, and marine sources - rather than a synthetic premix added after processing. The inclusion of multiple organ types is specifically what makes synthetic supplementation unnecessary: beef liver covers fat-soluble vitamins and B12, beef kidney covers selenium, kelp covers iodine, and herring oil covers omega-3s, all in bioavailable whole-food forms, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-09-26T17:22:48-05:00","created_at":"2022-09-23T19:30:47-05:00","vendor":"Side by Side","type":"Non-prescription Dog Food","tags":["Energetic_Neutral","Food_Type_Freeze_Dried_Raw","Health_Need_Stay_In_Balance","No_Authorization_Required","Product_Type_Food","Species_Dog","Vendor_Side_By_Side"],"price":4809,"price_min":4809,"price_max":4809,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":40332900433990,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"ME0017F","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Side by Side Freeze Dried Raw Dog Food Neutral Beef Mini Patties (14oz bag)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":4809,"weight":369,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"850027159034","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NLBeefPatties-780576.webp?v=1712345123","\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/384cc15e6d765e6f109f756d08e28c5bb7f1ca35bdb49b76bf3d9b7727dff66b.webp?v=1712345123","\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9f0b983dcae0ffc17449c751023d8a0dea670edcb1bce368698a9ae2a7535e1d.jpg?v=1712345123","\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Mini-Patties-Beef-Slide-3-854390.webp?v=1712345123"],"featured_image":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NLBeefPatties-780576.webp?v=1712345123","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Side by Side Freeze-Dried Raw Neutral Beef Recipe Patties for dogs — complete and balanced by nature, non-GMO, no synthetic vitamins, made in the USA, resealable bag with patties shown","id":23588456497222,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.949,"height":4214,"width":4000,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NLBeefPatties-780576.webp?v=1712345123"},"aspect_ratio":0.949,"height":4214,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NLBeefPatties-780576.webp?v=1712345123","width":4000},{"alt":"Side by Side Freeze Dried Raw Dog Food Neutral Beef Mini Patties Photo of Food","id":21920858734662,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/384cc15e6d765e6f109f756d08e28c5bb7f1ca35bdb49b76bf3d9b7727dff66b.webp?v=1712345123"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/384cc15e6d765e6f109f756d08e28c5bb7f1ca35bdb49b76bf3d9b7727dff66b.webp?v=1712345123","width":1000},{"alt":"Side by Side Freeze Dried Raw Dog Food Neutral Beef Mini Patties Product Information","id":21920858701894,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9f0b983dcae0ffc17449c751023d8a0dea670edcb1bce368698a9ae2a7535e1d.jpg?v=1712345123"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9f0b983dcae0ffc17449c751023d8a0dea670edcb1bce368698a9ae2a7535e1d.jpg?v=1712345123","width":1000},{"alt":"Side by Side Mini Meals Beef freeze-dried raw dog food serving infographic — feed as a complete and balanced meal or use as a mixer or topper, meets AAFCO nutritional requirements for adult dogs","id":23588456464454,"position":4,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Mini-Patties-Beef-Slide-3-854390.webp?v=1712345123"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Mini-Patties-Beef-Slide-3-854390.webp?v=1712345123","width":1000}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eComplete and balanced freeze-dried raw beef patties for dogs, formulated using TCVM food energetics principles. This Neutral formula is 90% Neutral ingredients - appropriate for dogs of all constitutional types, making it the most versatile protein option in the Side by Side lineup. Packed with essential nutrients derived from whole foods, including a full spectrum of beef organs. No synthetic vitamins or minerals, no artificial flavors, colors, or extracts. Locally sourced ingredients. Rehydrates easily with water or broth. Made in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat Is Food Energetics?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, all foods carry a thermal nature - Warming, Cooling, or Neutral - that influences the body's internal temperature and energy balance. Neutral foods nourish without pushing the body's temperature in either direction. Side by Side Beef Patties are formulated so that 90% of ingredients by weight are Neutral, making this diet genuinely appropriate for any dog regardless of constitutional type. Neutral proteins are particularly useful when the constitutional picture is unclear, during seasonal transitions, for multi-dog households with dogs of different constitutions, or as a foundation diet for dogs being introduced to food energetics feeding for the first time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM Thermal Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal nature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient energetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral 90% (Beef, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers, Beef Kidneys, Beef Lungs, Carrots, Green Beans, Apples, Beets, Dried Yeast, Herring Oil, Sesame Seeds, Shiitake Mushrooms, Sunflower Seeds); Warm 8% (Pumpkin, Pumpkin Seeds, Tart Cherries); Cool 2% (Alfalfa, Blueberries, Broccoli, Chia Seeds, Cranberries, Flaxseed Oil, Kelp, Oranges, Spinach, Strawberries, Tomatoes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary TCVM action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Qi and Blood, nourishes Spleen and Stomach, supports Kidney and Liver function, nourishes without generating excess Heat or Cold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppropriate for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs of all constitutional types - Hot, Neutral, and Cool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs whose constitution has not yet been assessed, multi-dog households, seasonal rotation, or dogs transitioning between constitutional proteins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan be rotated with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warming Chicken Patties for Cool dogs building toward balance, or Cooling formulas for Hot dogs in recovery, without thermally counteracting the primary protocol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood energetics formulated:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% Neutral ingredients by weight - appropriate for all constitutional types\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete and balanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated to meet AAFCO nutritional profiles for all life stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull spectrum beef organs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes beef hearts, livers, kidneys, and lungs for broad organ-system nutritional coverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential nutrients from whole foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e All vitamins and minerals come from the ingredients themselves rather than a synthetic premix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze-dried raw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-temperature processing preserves natural enzymes, amino acids, and nutrient density without heat degradation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocally sourced ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo synthetic vitamins or minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo artificial flavors, colors, or extracts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRehydrates easily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add warm water or bone broth before serving to support digestion; can also be fed dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredient Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeef:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Neutral protein rich in B vitamins, zinc, and iron; supports healthy immune function, energy levels, and muscle maintenance. In TCVM, beef tonifies Qi and Blood and supports Spleen and Stomach - particularly appropriate for dogs with digestive weakness or Qi deficiency patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeef Hearts, Livers, Kidneys, and Lungs:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full spectrum of Neutral beef organs delivering concentrated CoQ10, taurine, iron, B12, fat-soluble vitamins A and D, and trace minerals not present in meaningful quantities in muscle meat alone. In TCVM, organ meats nourish the corresponding organ systems - beef liver supports Liver Blood, beef kidney supports Kidney Jing and Yang, and beef heart supports Heart Qi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerring Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Neutral cold-water fish oil rich in EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids; supports healthy skin and coat, a normal inflammatory response, brain function, and cardiovascular health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShiitake Mushrooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Neutral fungi and adaptogenic superfood rich in B and D vitamins; strengthens the immune system, supports cardiovascular health, and provides beta-glucan polysaccharides with documented immunomodulatory properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlaxseed Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Cool source of ALA omega-3 fatty acids; contributes to the formula's small Cool percentage while supporting skin and coat and providing plant-based essential fatty acids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBeef, Beef Hearts, Beef Livers, Beef Kidneys, Beef Lungs, Carrots, Pumpkin, Green Beans, Apples, Beets, Flaxseed Oil, Dried Yeast, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Dehydrated Alfalfa, Quinoa Seeds, Sea Kelp, Sesame Seeds, Herring Oil, Chia Seeds, Tomatoes, Shiitake Mushrooms, Broccoli, Oranges, Cranberries, Spinach, Tart Cherries, Strawberries, Blueberries, Mixed Tocopherols (as a preservative).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Protein (Min): 40%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Fat (Min): 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Fiber (Max): 7%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMoisture (Max): 8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCalorie Content (Calculated ME)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e4,400 kcal\/kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e50 kcal\/patty\/cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e125 kcal\/oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYou can feed our patties dry or rehydrated. To rehydrate, add warm water or bone broth to suit your dog's preference (approximately 2-3 tbsp per patty). For quicker rehydration, crumble the patties first. Feed as a complete and balanced meal, or use as a fresh food mixer by substituting 25% of your dog's current food with Side by Side, or as directed by your veterinarian. Clean all surfaces, bowls, and hands thoroughly after each meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy choose a Neutral diet over a Warming or Cooling formula?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA Neutral diet is the right choice when your dog's constitutional type has not yet been assessed by a TCVM veterinarian, when you have multiple dogs with different constitutions, during seasonal transitions when the appropriate thermal direction may shift, or when you want a stable foundation diet that won't thermally counteract a herbal protocol targeting either Hot or Cold patterns. Beef is also appropriate for rotation alongside constitutional proteins - for example, rotating between Neutral Beef and Cooling Duck for a Hot dog provides variety without disrupting the thermal strategy, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat makes the full spectrum of beef organs significant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis formula includes beef hearts, livers, kidneys, and lungs - not just one organ type. Each organ delivers a distinct nutritional and TCVM contribution: beef liver is the most nutrient-dense source of B12, iron, and fat-soluble vitamins; beef heart is the primary dietary source of CoQ10 and taurine; beef kidney supports Kidney Jing in TCVM and provides selenium and B12; and beef lung provides natural chondroitin and a lighter protein source. Together, they cover nutritional ground that muscle meat alone cannot, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCan I use these patties as a topper instead of a full meal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. Substitute 25% of your dog's current food with Side by Side Beef Patties to add whole-food nutrients and TCVM Neutral thermal support without a full diet transition. This is a low-commitment way to introduce food energetics feeding and observe how your dog responds before committing to a complete diet change, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy no synthetic vitamins or minerals?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAll vitamins and minerals in Side by Side Beef Patties come from the whole-food ingredients - the broad spectrum of beef organs, vegetables, seeds, fruits, and marine sources - rather than a synthetic premix added after processing. The inclusion of multiple organ types is specifically what makes synthetic supplementation unnecessary: beef liver covers fat-soluble vitamins and B12, beef kidney covers selenium, kelp covers iodine, and herring oil covers omega-3s, all in bioavailable whole-food forms, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}