TCVM summer cooling proteins: Nourishing from the inside out

JULY 2026

Tags - Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, every season asks something different of the body—and summer is the season of the heart. ❤️

While the heat outside is obvious, some dogs also experience "false heat"—often seen in senior pets whose bodies have a harder time cooling themselves from within.

Watch for signs like:
💧 Excessive thirst
😮💨 Restlessness
🐾 Panting that seems excessive for the weather

One simple way to help? Feed cooling foods that support balance, such as duck, rabbit, and barley.

At Shine Pet Food, our Duck and Rabbit Recipes are thoughtfully crafted with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) principles in mind. Both proteins are considered cooling foods, making them an excellent choice for dogs—and cats—that may benefit from extra support during the warmer months or who tend to run warm year-round. Made with organic, human-grade ingredients and balanced nutrition, these recipes provide gentle nourishment while helping support your pet's overall health and vitality from the inside out.

Dog: Freeze Dried Raw Rabbit Recipe
Dog: Freeze Dried Gently Cooked Duck Recipe
Cat: Freeze Dried Raw Transitional Rabbit Recipe

This summer, let your dog's behavior guide you. Sometimes a healthier season starts with what's in the bowl. 🥣✨