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Complete and balanced freeze-dried raw chicken patties for dogs, formulated using TCVM food energetics principles. This Warming formula is 56% Warm ingredients - appropriate for constitutionally Cool or Cold dogs, or any dog that can benefit from Yang tonification. Packed with essential nutrients derived from whole foods. No synthetic vitamins or minerals, no artificial flavors, colors, or extracts. Locally sourced ingredients. Rehydrates easily with water or broth. Made in the USA.
What Is Food Energetics?
In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, all foods carry a thermal nature - Warming, Cooling, or Neutral - that influences the body's internal temperature and energy balance. Food energetics-based feeding matches the thermal nature of the food to the constitutional needs of the individual dog. Side by Side Chicken Patties are formulated so that 56% of ingredients by weight are Warming, making this a genuinely Warming diet, not just a chicken-labeled product. This is particularly appropriate for dogs with Yang deficiency, Cold Bi syndrome, or a constitutionally Cold or Cool pattern.
TCVM Thermal Profile
- Thermal nature: Warming
- Ingredient energetics: Warm 56% (Chicken, Squash, Parsley, Tart Cherries, Whole Eggs, Pumpkin Seeds, Quinoa Seeds, Cinnamon); Neutral 43% (Turkey Hearts, Turkey Livers, Sweet Potatoes, Kale, Coconut Oil, Dried Yeast, Sunflower Seeds, Sesame Seeds, Herring Oil, Carrots, Apples, Shiitake Mushrooms, Beets); Cool 1% (Alfalfa, Kelp, Chia Seeds, Broccoli, Oranges, Cranberries, Spinach, Strawberries, Blueberries)
- Primary TCVM action: Tonifies Yang, warms the Middle Jiao, supports Spleen Qi and digestion, promotes Qi and Blood circulation
- Indicated for: Yang deficiency, Cold Bi syndrome, Spleen Qi deficiency with Cold pattern, constitutionally Cool or Cold dogs
- Ideal for dogs that: Seek warmth and sunny spots, have a light pink or pale tongue, feel cool or cold to the touch on the belly or ears, appear lethargic or low-energy, drool, have reduced appetite or loose stools associated with Spleen Qi deficiency, or have Cold-pattern joint stiffness that improves with warmth
- Use with caution in: Dogs with Hot constitution, Yin deficiency with Heat signs, or inflammatory conditions
Product Features
- Food energetics formulated: Each ingredient selected and calibrated by thermal nature - 56% Warm ingredients by weight
- Complete and balanced: Formulated to meet AAFCO nutritional profiles for all life stages
- Essential nutrients from whole foods: All vitamins and minerals come from the ingredients themselves rather than a synthetic premix
- Freeze-dried raw: Low-temperature processing preserves natural enzymes, amino acids, and nutrient density without heat degradation
- Locally sourced ingredients
- No synthetic vitamins or minerals
- No artificial flavors, colors, or extracts
- Rehydrates easily: Add warm water or bone broth before serving to support digestion; can also be fed dry
- Made in the USA
Ingredient Highlights
- Chicken: The primary Warming protein in this formula; rich in amino acids and B vitamins, supports cardiovascular function and healthy energy levels. In TCVM, chicken tonifies Yang and warms the Middle Jiao - directly addressing the Cold and Yang deficiency patterns this formula targets
- Tart Cherries: A Warming fruit rich in flavonoids and antioxidants; supports immune function, energy levels, and healthy circulation. Their Warming nature reinforces the thermal intent of the formula
- Cinnamon: A Warming spice containing potassium and magnesium that support healthy nerve function and circulation; in TCVM, cinnamon warms the interior, dispels Cold, and supports Yang - a functional addition beyond flavoring
- Turkey Hearts and Livers: Neutral organ meats that add concentrated iron, B12, CoQ10, and fat-soluble vitamins without thermally counteracting the Warming base proteins
- Herring Oil: A Neutral cold-water fish oil rich in EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids; supports healthy skin and coat, a normal inflammatory response, and cardiovascular health
Ingredients
Chicken, Turkey Hearts, Turkey Livers, Sweet Potatoes, Squash, Kale, Parsley, Cherries, Whole Eggs, Coconut Oil, Dried Yeast, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Dehydrated Alfalfa, Quinoa Seeds, Kelp, Sesame Seeds, Herring Oil, Chia Seeds, Cinnamon, Broccoli, Oranges, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Spinach, Beets, Strawberries, Blueberries, Mixed Tocopherols (as a preservative).
Guaranteed Analysis
- Crude Protein (Min): 48%
- Crude Fat (Min): 20%
- Crude Fiber (Max): 5%
- Moisture (Max): 8%
Calorie Content (Calculated ME)
- 4,200 kcal/kg
- 48 kcal/patty/cup
- 119 kcal/oz
How to Feed
You can feed our patties dry or rehydrated. To rehydrate, add warm water or broth to suit your dog's preference (approximately 2 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.
Daily Feeding Guidelines (patties per day):
| Dog Weight | As a Mixer (25% of diet) | As a Meal |
|---|---|---|
| 5 lbs | 1 | 4 |
| 10 lbs | 2 | 6 |
| 15 lbs | 2 | 8 |
| 20 lbs | 3 | 10 |
| 30 lbs | 3 | 13 |
| 40 lbs | 4 | 16 |
| 60 lbs | 6 | 22 |
| 80 lbs | 7 | 28 |
| 100 lbs | 8 | 33 |
As a Mixer = replacing 25% of current food with Side by Side freeze-dried recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my dog needs a Warming diet?
Cool or Cold constitutional dogs tend to seek warmth and sunny spots, have a light pink or pale tongue (rather than red or dark pink), feel cool to the touch on the belly or ears, appear lower energy or lethargic, and may have reduced stamina, loose stools from Spleen Qi deficiency, or joint stiffness that improves with warmth. Dogs with Yang deficiency are another clear indication. A holistic or TCVM veterinarian can confirm your dog's constitution, or as directed by your veterinarian.
What is Yang deficiency and why does it matter for diet?
Yang deficiency is a TCVM pattern in which the body's warming, activating energy is insufficient. Signs include seeking warmth, low energy, slow metabolism, poor digestion, cold limbs, and a pale tongue. Diet is a primary tool in TCVM for supporting Yang - Warming proteins like chicken directly tonify Yang energy and are part of the therapeutic protocol for this pattern alongside herbal formulas targeting Yang deficiency. Feeding a Warming diet consistently reinforces the herbal protocol rather than counteracting it, or as directed by your veterinarian.
Can I use these patties as a topper instead of a full meal?
Yes. These patties work well as a fresh food mixer - substitute 25% of your dog's current food with Side by Side Chicken Patties to add whole-food nutrients and TCVM Warming thermal support without a full diet transition. See the feeding table above for patty counts by body weight, or as directed by your veterinarian.
Why no synthetic vitamins or minerals?
All vitamins and minerals in Side by Side Chicken Patties come from the whole-food ingredients - organ meats, vegetables, seeds, fruits, and marine sources - rather than a synthetic premix added after processing. Food-derived nutrients come packaged with the cofactors and enzymes that support their absorption and are utilized by the body more efficiently than isolated synthetic forms, or as directed by your veterinarian.
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CALORIE CONTENT
kcal/kg: 4.152
kcal/oz: 118
kcal/patty: 54GUARANTEED ANALYSIS (%)
Crude Protein (Min) 45.00%
Crude Fat (Min) 20.00%
Crude Fiber (Max) 5.00%
Moisture (Max) 8.00%Thank you for supporting Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine!
