1. Metabolic Profile & Caloric Requirements
Resting Energy Requirement (RER):
- Formula: 70 × (Body Weight in kg)<sup>0.75</sup>
- Average Adult (3kg): 210 kcal/day
- Senior (＞8 yrs): 180 kcal/day (20% reduction)
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2. Macronutrient Ratios
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- Protein: 25-30% DM (≥80% animal-source)
- Fat: 15-18% DM (Omega-6:Omega-3 = 5:1)
- Carbohydrates: 40-50% DM (Low-GI sources: sweet potato, chickpea)
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3. Micronutrient Essentials
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- Calcium: 1.0-1.8% DM (Strict 1.2:1 Ca:P ratio)
- Zinc: 120mg/kg (Organic chelates preferred)
- Vitamin E: 50IU/kg (Natural d-alpha-tocopherol)
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- Copper: ≤15mg/kg diet (prevent hepatotoxicity)
- Taurine: 0.2% DM (cardiac support)
- Biotin: 300μg/kg (coat integrity)
4. Hydration Dynamics
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- Formula: 50-60mL/kg/day
- 3kg Pom: 150-180mL daily
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5. Feeding Schedule Optimization
Age-Based Protocols:
Gastric Emptying Rate: 2-4 hours (requires anti-regurgitation measures)
6. Allergen Management
Common Triggers:
- Proteins: Chicken (23%), Beef (18%), Soy (12%)
- Grains: Wheat (15%), Corn (9%)
- Additives: Carrageenan (41% sensitivity)
Novel Protein Options:
- Kangaroo (5% cross-reactivity)
- Insect-based (Hermetia illucens)
- Hydrolyzed salmon (<1kDa peptides)
7. Functional Foods & Supplements
Evidence-Based Additions:
- Joint Health: Green-lipped mussel (2% of diet)
- Cognitive Support: Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) 5mL/day
- Gut Health: FOS+MOS prebiotics (2:1 ratio)
Dosing Precision:
8. Therapeutic Diets
Condition-Specific Formulations:
Transition Protocol: 25% new food increments every 48h
9. Raw Feeding Considerations
BARF Model Risks/Benefits:
- Benefits: 23% improved coat quality, 18% dental calculus reduction
- Risks: 32% pathogenic contamination (Salmonella spp. prevalence)
Safety Modifications:
- High-pressure processing (HPP) at 600MPa
- Balanced plant matter (15-20% DM)
- Calcium carbonate supplementation
10. Obesity Prevention
Body Condition Scoring (BCS):
- Ideal: Ribs palpable with 1-2mm fat cover
- Weight Loss Formula: RER × 0.8
Satiety Enhancers:
- Psyllium husk (3% diet inclusion)
- Air-popped keratin kibble (50% volume expansion)
11. Food Puzzle Engineering
Cognitive Feeding Devices:
Enrichment Value: 38% slower eating vs. bowl feeding
12. Toxic Food Database
Lethal Doses (3kg Pom):
Emergent Detox Protocols:
- Activated charcoal: 1g/kg within 30min
- Lipid emulsion: 20% IV at 1.5mL/kg