Tailored Tummy Co. Canine Nutrition

Tailored Tummy Co. Canine Nutrition Canine Nutrition Consultant
πŸ“Bangor, ME (worldwide virtual consults)

One of the most rewarding parts of my work is seeing the incredible transformation that can happen when a dog is fed a h...
07/14/2026

One of the most rewarding parts of my work is seeing the incredible transformation that can happen when a dog is fed a homemade diet that's carefully formulated for π‘‘β„Žπ‘’π‘–π‘Ÿ individual needs.

Gigi is a perfect example. She found the most amazing forever foster home, and her mom (a longtime client) reached out to me to build her her own diet.

When Gigi entered rescue, she was diagnosed with kidney disease and was started on several prescription renal diets, including canned, kibble, and cooked options. Unfortunately, she consistently refused to eat them.

Together, we created a balanced homemade diet using ingredients she genuinely enjoys while still supporting her unique nutritional needs. Five months later, she's still excited for every meal, and seeing her thrive has been incredibly rewarding.

"𝐺𝑖𝑔𝑖 𝑖𝑠 π‘‘π‘œπ‘–π‘›π‘” 𝐹𝐴𝑁𝑇𝐴𝑆𝑇𝐼𝐢! π‘†β„Žπ‘’ β„Žπ‘Žπ‘  β„Žπ‘Žπ‘‘ π‘§π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘œ π‘Ÿπ‘’π‘“π‘’π‘ π‘Žπ‘™ π‘‘π‘œ π‘’π‘Žπ‘‘ π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ π‘§π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘œ π‘’π‘šπ‘’π‘Ÿπ‘”π‘’π‘›π‘π‘¦ 𝑣𝑒𝑑 𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑑𝑠 𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑒 π‘β„Žπ‘Žπ‘›π‘”π‘–π‘›π‘” β„Žπ‘’π‘Ÿ 𝑑𝑖𝑒𝑑! (π΅π‘œπ‘‘β„Ž π‘€π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘’ π‘Ž π‘Ÿπ‘’π‘”π‘’π‘™π‘Žπ‘Ÿ π‘œπ‘π‘π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘Ÿπ‘’π‘›π‘π‘’ π‘€π‘–π‘‘β„Ž β„Žπ‘’π‘Ÿ π‘π‘Ÿπ‘’π‘£π‘–π‘œπ‘’π‘  π‘“π‘œπ‘ π‘‘π‘’π‘Ÿ) π‘†β„Žπ‘’'𝑠 𝑑𝑒𝑒 π‘“π‘œπ‘Ÿ 𝑛𝑒𝑀 π‘π‘™π‘œπ‘œπ‘‘π‘€π‘œπ‘Ÿπ‘˜ 𝑛𝑒π‘₯𝑑 π‘šπ‘œπ‘›π‘‘β„Ž. π‘†π‘œ, β„Žπ‘œπ‘π‘–π‘›π‘” π‘Žπ‘™π‘™ 𝑖𝑠 π‘ π‘‘π‘Žπ‘π‘™π‘’!"

Every dog deserves a nutrition plan that supports both their health and their quality of life. If you're struggling to find a diet your dog will actually eat or you're looking for personalized nutrition guidance, I'd love to help you create a plan that's tailored specifically to your dog's needs.

When people are new to fresh food diets, I’m often asked what happens when you go away- camping in particular. It defini...
06/20/2026

When people are new to fresh food diets, I’m often asked what happens when you go away- camping in particular. It definitely takes more planning but it’s still possible to go away and feed your dog the same fresh food diet they have been eating.

For Milo, I pack 1 thawed meal for the first day and then the rest are frozen which will thaw over the course of the trip. I pack his food in his own cooler so that it doesn’t leak in the cooler with the humans food but that’s a step that isn’t necessary. For longer trips this may not be the best set up but for a weekend everything stays good and fresh!

Don’t forget that commercial kibble, canned, dehydrated or freeze dried foods are an amazing option if your dog tolerates them.

🦴 How much calcium should I add to my dog’s diet? 🐢This is a question I see regularly, and the answers are often very si...
05/16/2026

🦴 How much calcium should I add to my dog’s diet? 🐢
This is a question I see regularly, and the answers are often very simple:
πŸ‘‰ β€œJust add 1 tsp per ___ amount of meat.”
The problem?
⚠️ That answer can be extremely misleading and potentially dangerous.

Let’s talk about why πŸ‘‡
βš–οΈ Calcium and phosphorus MUST be balanced in the diet. You cannot properly dose calcium without knowing how much phosphorus is already present in the food. For every milligram of Phosphorus, there should be 1.3 milligrams of Calcium.

❓Why does this matter?

When phosphorus is too high, it signals the body to pull calcium from the bones, which can lead to:
- Bone demineralization
- Increased strain on the kidneys

When calcium is too high, it can:
- Bind phosphorus in the gut and reduce absorption
- Interfere with zinc and iron absorption
- Cause skeletal abnormalities in growing dogs 🐾

And here’s where it gets even more complicated πŸ‘‡

πŸ₯© Different ingredients contain different amounts of phosphorus.
While ALL ingredients contribute phosphorus to some degree, animal proteins tend to contribute the most β€” especially organs and bone, which are particularly phosphorus-dense.

Even within muscle meat:
πŸ₯© Leaner cuts tend to contain MORE phosphorus per gram
πŸ₯“ Fattier cuts tend to contain LESS
Examples:
β€’ 80/20 ground beef β†’ 158mg phosphorus / 100g
β€’ 97/3 ground beef β†’ 205mg phosphorus / 100g

So β€œ1 tsp per pound of meat” may be wildly inappropriate depending on:
βœ”οΈ Protein sources
βœ”οΈ Fat levels
βœ”οΈ Organ content
βœ”οΈ Bone content
βœ”οΈ The rest of the diet

And not all calcium sources are interchangeable either ⚠️
Different calcium supplements provide different amounts of elemental calcium:
πŸ₯š Eggshell β†’ 401mg Ca / gram
πŸ§ͺ Calcium carbonate β†’ 352mg Ca / gram
🦴 Bone meal β†’ 300mg Ca / gram
πŸ’Š Calcium citrate β†’ 200mg Ca / gram
…which means they should NOT be dosed the same way.

🚫 This is exactly why blanket nutrition advice online can be risky.
βœ… Formulation matters.
βœ… Ratios matter.
βœ… Context matters.

A properly balanced diet is more than adding random supplements β€” it’s understanding how nutrients interact together

If you’re feeding fresh or homemade meals, calcium should always be calculated based on the phosphorus content of the TOTAL diet β€” not guessed from a generic chart online.

If you need help calculating nutrient levels in your dog’s diet, a diet analysis is the perfect service for you!
πŸ‘‡ Comment β€œaudit” for a link!

03/28/2026

Did you know…? πŸ‘€

I have a collection of instant download, balanced dog food recipes available right on my website and it’s been *way* too long since I’ve added to it

I’m really excited to share that TWO brand new recipes are now live!πŸŽ‰

Both of these recipes are formulated to be under 10% fat (dry matter basis), making them a great option for dogs with a history of pancreatitis who need lower fat diets.

But an important reminder ⬇️
Low fat alone doesn’t automatically make a diet appropriate for dogs with a history of pancreatitis. Nutrient balance, ingredient selection, and your dog’s individual needs all matter just as much.

If you’ve been looking for thoughtfully formulated, ready-to-use recipes, these are ready for you 🐾

Have questions about whether they’re a good fit for your dog? Drop them below or send me a message!

There's lots of new followers so I figured it's time to reintroduce myself🐾My name is Ashlyn and this handsome boy next ...
03/20/2026

There's lots of new followers so I figured it's time to reintroduce myself

🐾My name is Ashlyn and this handsome boy next to me is my best friend Milo. He's 9 years old and the reason behind this entire business.

🐾While I will always support fresh food diets and do believe they provide the best nutrition (when formulated properly), I will never degrade kibble nor will I speak down on it to promote fresh feeding. Feed the dog in front of you!

🐾I utilize nutritional requirements (NRC) and will use supplements when needed to meet them. Whole foods first, supplements second but I will never compromise the integrity of my formulations by using ingredients with poor bioavailability or absorption. You won't see seeds or spices in my formulations.

🐾Every formulation is completely tailored to your dog. Additionally, your budget, ingredient availability and prep ability are all taken into account when formulating. My goal is always to provide a recipe that fits into your lifestyle and perfectly suits your dogs individual needs.

🐾I'm awful at coming up with what to post on social media. While I love to educate on canine nutrition, the ideas never translate to posts. If you've made it this far, let me know in the comments what you'd like to see and/or learn!

Every dog is different, and that’s why personalized nutrition matters. Here’s a message from a client that perfectly cap...
12/28/2025

Every dog is different, and that’s why personalized nutrition matters. Here’s a message from a client that perfectly captures what tailored support can do over time.

Interested in taking your dogs raw or cooked diet to the next level? Reach out to discuss how a tailored diet can make a difference!

Traveling with your dog when you feed a homemade diet can be daunting! This is what Milo’s eating for the next week whil...
12/23/2025

Traveling with your dog when you feed a homemade diet can be daunting! This is what Milo’s eating for the next week while we visit with family. Is it balanced? Nope! For healthy adult dogs, eating an unbalanced diet for a week isn’t going to do any damage and making this simple meal while we juggle visiting all of our friends and family that we only see a couple times a year is much more realistic.

If you travel a lot and have a puppy or dog with therapeutic requirements a simple travel friendly meal plan can be formulated to make travel less stressful!

Feeling extra grateful this week πŸ’•This year I’ve helped 40+ dogs transition to balanced homemade diets β€” and every singl...
11/29/2025

Feeling extra grateful this week πŸ’•

This year I’ve helped 40+ dogs transition to balanced homemade diets β€” and every single one has reminded me why I love what I do.

In honor of Small Business Saturday, I’m offering a special sale as a thank-you for all your support. Whether you’re ready to start now or want to lock in the savings for later, this is the perfect time to take the next step toward a healthier, homemade diet for your pup.

Thank you for trusting me, supporting my small business, and choosing the best for your dogs. Here’s to helping even more dogs in 2026 🐾

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