The ALLERGY Protocol:

1. Select a Sensitive Area: Choose a spot with minimal hair and thin skin, such as the inner thigh or the abdomen.

2. Prepare the Sample: Take a very small amount of the food item. If it is a solid (like a vegetable or meat), mash a tiny piece with a drop of water to create a soft paste.

3. Apply the Patch: Gently rub the sample onto the selected area. You only need a pea-sized amount.

4. Wait and Observe: Leave the sample on the skin for 15 to 30 minutes. Watch your pet to ensure they don't lick the area (you can hold them or distract them during this time).

5. Evaluate: Wipe the area clean with a damp, unscented cloth and examine the skin.

What to Look For:

• A "Pass": The skin remains normal. No redness, no swelling, and your pet is not scratching or rubbing the area.

• A "Fail": If you see redness (erythema), swelling, hives, or if your pet shows intense itching or discomfort in that specific spot, do not feed that item. It is a clear sign of a sensitivity.

Important Safety Disclaimer:

This patch test is a screening tool, not a diagnostic medical procedure.

If your pet has a history of anaphylaxis or severe food allergies, NEVER perform these tests at home without consulting your veterinarian first. If you observe any swelling of the face, difficulty breathing, or lethargy after any exposure to a new substance, contact your veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital immediately.

PETZ LOGIC'S MASTER INGREDIENT

CHEAT SHEET

Proteins & Hydration

Carnivores & Omnivores -Dogs, Cats, Ferrets, and certain reptiles

Note: All meats must be unseasoned and boneless unless feeding a balanced raw protocol. Always limit secreting organs (liver/kidney) to 10% or less of the total diet to avoid vitamin toxicity.

Raw Meaty Bones (RMBs) & Recreational Bones

⚠️ CRITICAL SAFETY RULES: NEVER feed cooked bones. Cooked bones splinter and can cause fatal internal damage. Always feed 100% raw. Supervise all chewing. Match the bone size to the pet to prevent choking (gulpers) or fractured teeth (heavy chewers).

How to Prepare & Serve RAW MEATY BONES:

• Option 1: Whole & Intact (For Dental Health & Enrichment)

  The pet does the work. This cleans teeth and exercises the jaw.

  The Golden Rule: The bone must be larger than the pet's mouth so they are forced to chew it, preventing them from gulping it whole. Always supervise closely.

• The Removal Rule: The goal is not for the pet to consume the hard, weight-bearing bone itself. They are only meant to strip off the attached skin, meat, and cartilage. The moment those soft tissues are gone and the bone is stripped bare, it must be taken away immediately to prevent tooth fractures. Always supervise closely.

• Option 2: Ground (For Seniors, Tiny Pets, or Anxious Guardians)

  Using a heavy-duty meat grinder, grind the raw bone and meat together. This delivers all the vital calcium and nutrients with zero choking risk. Perfect for ferrets, cats, or older dogs with missing teeth.

• Option 3: Segmented/Crushed.

  Using heavy kitchen shears or a meat mallet to break the joints (e.g., snipping a chicken wing into three pieces) to make it easier for cats and small dogs to crunch through safely.

Muscle Meats & Fish-The Core Base

• Boiled Chicken Breast • 28g (1 oz) • 45 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp chopped) • 24 kcal

• Lean Ground Beef (Cooked/Drained) • 28g (1 oz) • 70 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp) • 38 kcal

• Lean Pork Tenderloin (Cooked/Diced) • 28g (1 oz) • 45 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp diced) • 24 kcal

• Cooked Salmon (Unseasoned) • 28g (1 oz) • 40 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp flaked) • 21 kcal

• Canned Tuna (Water Packed) • 28g (1 oz) • 25 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp flaked) • 13 kcal

      Feed sparingly; high sodium/mercury)

• Sardines (Packed in Water) • 12g (1 Small Fish) • 25 kcal | 28g (1 oz) • 58 kcal

• Shrimp, Mussels/Clams (Cooked, unseasoned) • 28g (1 oz) • 30 kcal/ 25 kcal | 15g

  (1 Tbsp or 2-3 pieces) • 16 kcal/ 13 kcal

Muscular Organs- High Taurine - Cats

• Chicken Hearts (Cooked) • 28g (1 oz / ~4 hearts) • 45 kcal | 14g (~2 hearts) • 23 kcal

• Chicken Gizzards (Cooked) • 28g (1 oz) • 25 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp chopped) • 13 kcal

Eggs, Dairy & Hydration

• Hard-Boiled Egg/ Poached Egg (Preferred) • 50g (1 Large Egg) • 70 kcal | 25g (½ Egg) •

  35 kcal

• Raw Quail Eggs (Shell On or Off) • 9g (1 Whole Egg) • ~14 kcal | 18g (2 Eggs) • ~28 kcal

• Plain Greek Yogurt • 15g (1 Tbsp) • 10 kcal | 30g (2 Tbsp) • 20 kcal

• Peanut Butter (Xylitol-Free) • 5g (1 tsp) • 30 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp) • 90 kcal

• Bone Broth (Unsalted) • 60g (¼ Cup / 2 oz) • 10 kcal | 30g (2 Tbsp / 1 oz) • 5 kcal

Secreting Organs- Nature's Multivitamin

⚠️ See Safety Protocol for the 10% Rule

• Chicken or Beef Liver (Cooked) • 14g (½ oz) • 20 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp chopped) • 21 kcal

• Duck Liver (Raw) • 28g (1 oz) • 39 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp chopped) • 21 kcal (Fed raw to preserve maximum nutrients and Taurine.)

• Beef or Pork Kidney (Cooked) • 14g (½ oz) • 15 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp chopped) • 16 kcal

Raw Meaty Bones (RMBs) & Recreational Bones

⚠️ See Safety Protocol for mandatory prep & safety rules. NEVER feed cooked bones.

• Raw Chicken Necks • 28g (1 medium neck) • 45 kcal | 14g (½ neck) • 23 kcal

• Raw Duck Feet • 28g (1 foot) • 45 kcal | 14g (½ foot) • 23 kcal

• Raw Chicken Wings • 28g (1 wing) • 60 kcal | 14g (½ wing) • 30 kcal

• Raw Quail • 28g (1 oz) • 45 kcal | 14g (½ oz) • 22 kcal

• Raw Beef Knuckle / Soup Bones • 1 Bone • Calorie Variable (Recreational/Dental)

• Raw Beef Marrow Bones • 15g (1 Tbsp marrow) • 100 kcal | 5g (1 tsp marrow) • 33 kcal

Whole Prey (Amphibian, Reptiles & Carnivores)

Note: Frozen-thawed is the industry standard for safety, preventing injury to your pet from struggling prey. Always thaw completely in warm water before feeding.

• Pinkies (Mice/Rats) • 2-8g (1 Item) • 5–10 kcal | 4-16g (2 Items) • 10–20 kcal

• Fuzzies / Weaners (Mice/Rats) • 10-25g (1 Item) • 15–30 kcal | 20-50g (2 Items) • 30–60 kcal

• Adult Mice / Rats • 30-150g+ (1 Item) • 50–150+ kcal (Dependent on size)

Greens, Fruits & Grains

Veggies

• Asparagus (Steamed/Chopped) • 30g (¼ Cup) • 6 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp) • 3 kcal

• Cucumber (Raw, Chopped) • 35g (¼ Cup) • 5 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp) • 2 kcal

• 100% Pure Pumpkin Puree • 15g (1 Tbsp) • 5 kcal | 30g (2 Tbsp) • 10 kcal

• Bell Pepper (Any Color) • 35g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 10 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 4 kcal

• Broccoli (Steamed) • 40g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 15 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 6 kcal

• Carrots (Raw or Steamed) • 30g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 15 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 7 kcal

• Celery • 25g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 5 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 3 kcal

• Green Beans (Unsalted) • 30g (¼ Cup) • 10 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp) • 5 kcal

• Mushrooms (Store-bought only, Raw/Steamed) • 20g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 5 kcal | 10g

  (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 2 kcal Safe: White Button, Cremini, Portobello, Shiitake Mushrooms

• Snap Peas • 25g (¼ Cup) • 10 kcal | 15g (2-3 pods) • 6 kcal

• Sweet Potato (Cooked & Mashed) • 15g (1 Tbsp) • 14 kcal | 30g (2 Tbsp) • 28 kcal

• Zucchini (Raw or Steamed) • 30g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 5 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 2 kcal

Leafy Greens & Safe Herbs

Note for Canines: Best served pureed or lightly steamed for proper digestion

• Bean Sprouts • 25g (¼ Cup) • 8 kcal | 10g (1 Tbsp) • 3 kcal

• Bok Choy • 15g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 5 kcal | 5g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 2 kcal

• Dandelion Greens • 15g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 6 kcal | 5g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 2 kcal

• Dino Kale • 15g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 8 kcal | 5g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 3 kcal

• Fresh Curly-Leaf Parsley (Chopped) • 2g (1 pinch) • 1 kcal | 5g (1 tsp) • 2 kcal

  Note: Curly-Leaf ONLY. Flat-leaf/Italian parsley is toxic to pets.

• Fresh Safe Herbs (Basil or Dill, Chopped) • 2g (1 pinch) • 1 kcal | 5g (1 tsp) • 2 kcal

• Mustard Greens • 15g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 4 kcal | 5g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 1 kcal

• Watercress • 10g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 1 kcal | 5g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • <1 kcal

Fruits Nature's Candy - Feed Sparingly

• Apple (No Seeds) • 30g (¼ Cup Chopped) • 15 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp Chopped) • 8 kcal

• Banana • 15g (1 Inch Slice) • 15 kcal | 30g (2 Inch Slice) • 30 kcal

• Blackberries or Raspberries • 15g (3-4 Berries) • 8 kcal | 5g (1 Berry) • 3 kcal

• Blueberries (Best Option) • 15g (10 Berries) • 8 kcal | 5g (3-4 Berries) • 3 kcal

• Cranberries (Fresh/Frozen, Unsweetened) • 15g (10 Berries) • 7 kcal | 5g (3-4 Berries) •

  2 kcal Note: Fresh or frozen only. Never feed dried cranberries due to high sugar/toxic xylitol risk.

• Melon Cubes (Watermelon/Cantaloupe) • 40g (¼ Cup) • 12 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp) • 5 kcal

• Sea Buckthorn Berries • 15g (1 Tbsp) • 12 kcal | 5g (1 tsp) • 4 kcal (Premium superfood. Exceptionally rich in Omega-7, Vitamin C, and antioxidants.)

• Strawberries • 12g (1 Medium Berry) • 4 kcal | 24g (2 Medium Berries) • 8 kcal

Grains & Legumes

• Legumes: Lentils, Split Peas, Chickpeas, Black, Kidney, or Pinto Beans • 15g (1 Tbsp cooked) ~15–20 kcal | 30g (2 Tbsp cooked) • ~30–40 kcal

• Seeds: Chia (Soaked) or Hemp Hearts • 5g (1 tsp dry) • 25 kcal | 15g (1 Tbsp dry) • 75 kcal

• Whole Grains: Brown Rice, Barley, Millet, Buckwheat, Quinoa, Rolled Oats •

  15g (1 Tbsp cooked) | 30g (2 Tbsp cooked) • ~30–40 kcal

Specialty Exotics

Insects & Invertebrates (Insectivores)

• BSFL / Black Soldier Fly Larvae (CalciWorms/Phoenix Worms):

The "Gold Standard" for natural calcium. Often requires no additional dusting; essential

for building bone density and preventing Metabolic Bone Disease in growing reptiles,

amphibians, and insectivores. • 5g (1 tsp) • 15 kcal /15g (1 Tbsp) • 45 kcal

• Butter worms (High fat/caloric density for picky eaters) • 2g (1–2 Worms) • ~10 kcal

  4g (3–4 Worms) • ~20 kcal

• Crickets (Live & Gut-Loaded) • 1.5g (3–5 Medium) • ~10 kcal | 3g (6–10 Medium) • ~20 kcal

• Dubia Roaches (High protein, excellent meat-to-shell ratio; highly digestible staple) •

  2g (2–3 Medium) • ~5 kcal | 5g (5–7 Medium) • ~12 kcal

• Earthworms / Nightcrawlers (Excellent staple for amphibians and garter snakes; rinse well before feeding) • 5g (1 Medium Worm) • ~4 kcal | 10g (2 Medium Worms) • ~8 kcal

• Flightless Fruit Flies (Melanogaster/Hydei) (Micro-feeders essential for dart frogs and hatchling reptiles) • 1g (Small Pinch) • <1 kcal | 3g (Approx 50 flies) • ~2 kcal

• Hornworms (High hydration; excellent for shedding/constipation) • 3g (1 Small Worm) •

  5 kcal | 6g (2 Small Worms) • 10 kcal

• Mealworms / Kingworms (Morio) (Store in a cool, dark area) • 5g (1 tsp) • 15 kcal |

  15g (1 Tbsp) • 45 kcal

• Silkworms (Soft-bodied; great for sensitive digestion) • 3g (2–3 Worms) • ~10 kcal |

  6g (4–6 Worms) • ~20 kcal

• Waxworms (Extremely high fat; use strictly as a rare treat to prevent obesity) •

  2g (3–4 Worms) • ~15 kcal | 4g (6–8 Worms) • ~30 kcal

Roughage

Note: Chinchillas, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs Only

• Alfalfa Hay (High protein/calcium; strictly for growth under 6 months or nursing moms) •

Free Access (Unlimited) • 0 kcal

• Applewood / Willow Sticks (Untreated) (Essential for continuous dental wear and chewing enrichment) • Free Access (Unlimited) • 0 kcal

• Botanical Hay Blends (Timothy mixed with safe dried herbs to encourage picky eaters to forage) • Free Access (Unlimited) • 0 kcal

• Orchard / Meadow / Oat Hay (Softer textures for picky eaters or allergy sensitivity) •

Free Access (Unlimited) • 0 kcal

• Timothy Hay (First Cutting) (High fiber, ideal for adults) • Free Access (Unlimited) • 0 kcal

Nectars, Botanicals & Foraging (Exotics)

Note: Use these for mental stimulation and behavioral health. Foraging encourages natural searching behaviors, reducing cage boredom.

• Acacia Gum / Gum Arabic (Crucial sap-foraging substitute for sugar gliders and marmosets) • 2g (½ tsp) • ~3 kcal | 5g (1 tsp) • ~7 kcal

• Bee Pollen Granules • 0.5g (⅛ tsp) • 2 kcal | 1g (¼ tsp) • 4 kcal

• Dried Botanicals (Rose Hips, Chamomile, Calendula, Hibiscus) • <1g (1 Pinch) • 0 kcal

  2g (1 tsp) • 0 kcal

• Dried Fruit (Apple, Mango, Cranberry, Papaya - No Added Sugar) • 5g (1–2 Small Pieces)

     10–15 kcal | 10g (3–4 Pieces) • 20–30 kcal

• Foraging Treats- Scatter seeds, dried herbs, and dried fruits in bedding/substrate to engage natural hunting/finding instincts • Variable Amount • Variable kcal

• Live Isopods (Woodlice) (Provides natural hunting enrichment and calcium for small geckos and dart frogs) • 1g (3-5 Isopods) • ~1 kcal | 2g (6-10 Isopods) • ~2 kcal

• Pure Honey / Unsweetened Fruit Puree (Sugar Gliders/Geckos) • 5g (1 tsp) • 5 kcal |

  15g (1 Tbsp) • 15 kcal

Universal Supplements & Crucial Toppers

Canines, Felines & Omnivores

• Green-Lipped Mussel Powder (Joint health, inflammation reduction, and

cartilage protection; rich in natural glucosamine, chondroitin, and Omega-3s)

Target: 40 to 50 mg per 1 kg of body weight (Standard Maintenance)

• Healthy Fats (Extra Virgin Olive Oil / Coconut Oil for healthy energy and skin)

1.25g (¼ tsp) per 10 lbs of body weight

• Kelp / Seaweed Powder (Natural Iodine, mineral source, and significant tartar control) • 0.5g (⅛ tsp) per 10 lbs of body weight (Feed max 2–3 times a week to prevent iodine toxicity)

• Medicinal Mushrooms (Turkey Tail, Reishi, Maitake for immune and gut support) •

0.5g (⅛ tsp) per 10 lbs of body weight

• Omega-3s (Fish / Krill / Sardine Oil; essential for skin, coat, and joints) •

General Maintenance: 50 to 75 mg of combined EPA/DHA per kg of body weight |

Therapeutic Support: 75 to 100 mg of combined EPA/DHA per kg of body weight

• EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid): This is the inflammation fighter. It targets itchy skin, allergies, and joint pain.

  DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid): This is the brain and eye builder. It is crucial for puppy/kitten development and keeping senior pets mentally sharp.

Probiotics

Gentle daily maintenance for gut flora, digestion, and immune health.

Note: Always start with a half-dose for 3 days to prevent stomach upset

• Plain Kefir/Greek Yogurt ~10–15 kcal per Tbsp: 5g (1 tsp/approx. 5 kcal) Small,

  15g (1 Tbsp/approx. 15 kcal) Medium, 30g (2 Tbsp/approx. 30 kcal) Large |

  Vet Powders: Aim for 1 to 3 Billion CFUs

• Turmeric (Potent natural anti-inflammatory for joints and aging) • 0.5g to 1g (⅛ to ¼ tsp) per 10 lbs of body weight.

  Note: Must be served with 0.25g (1/16 tsp) of freshly cracked black pepper to increase absorption by 2,000%, and a healthy fat like coconut oil/Omega-3s for transport into the body)

Essential Exotic Additives (Zero Calorie Dusting)

• Calcium Powder (With or Without D3) • 0.5g (⅛ tsp) dusted over feeder insects or salads per feeding • 0 kcal

• Cuttlebone (Whole) (Natural, grazeable calcium source for birds, tortoises, snails, and small mammals) • Free Access • 0 kcal

• Mineral Block (Essential trace minerals and continuous beak/dental conditioning for birds and small mammals) • Free Access • 0 kcal

• Reptile / Amphibian Multivitamin • 0.5g (⅛ tsp) dusted over feeder insects or salads (typically 1-2x per week) • 0 kcal

Mix and match these fresh, unseasoned toppers to hit your daily calorie budget or volume targets.

MASTER INGREDIENT CHEAT SHEET

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