Reference + FAQ
The Manor Guide
Everything worth knowing before asking the Butler.
Glossary
The Ingredients of Vitality
Broccoli
Fiber and naturally occurring plant nutrients, including sulforaphane. One of the vegetables that regularly appears in the Manor kitchen.
Blueberries
Fiber, antioxidants and phytonutrients. A regular part of the Manor's fresh-food rotation.
Egg
A high-quality source of protein, essential amino acids and naturally occurring nutrients.
Sweet Potato
Carbohydrate and fiber, and a familiar staple in the Quartet's meals.
Salmon Roe
Naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids and one of the more nutrient-dense additions in the Stack.
Greek Yogurt
Plain Greek yogurt provides protein and live cultures, used when it suits the individual dog.
Turmeric
Used thoughtfully in small amounts and rotated according to the individual dog and the day.
The Supplements of Strength
What appears in each bowl depends on the individual dog, which is why the supplement routine is treated as a flexible part of the Stack rather than a fixed formula. These additions complement the Quartet's meals; they do not replace complete nutrition or veterinary care.
Marine Sea Kelp
A natural source of minerals and one of the selected additions used in the Manor's individualized feeding routine.
MCT Oil
Used selectively as part of the Butler's approach to nutrition, energy and healthy aging.
Peptide Beef Collagen
Included with mobility and connective tissue in mind, particularly as the older members of the Quartet age.
Manuka Honey for Dogs
Used in small amounts when appropriate as one of the selected additions in the Quartet's food routine.
Reference chart
The Manor's Weekly Meal Plan
The Butler's rotation, framed and hung where everyone can consult it. Toppers alternate through the week over the same base, because not every supplement belongs in every bowl.
The base
One quarter to one cup of Prescription Diet i/d Low Fat Digestive Care dry food, chicken, measured per dog.
Monday · Wednesday · Friday · Sunday
- Frozen broccoli florets, cut small — one floret each
- Natural Greek yogurt — one tablespoon each
- Manuka honey for dogs — a drizzle, about one teaspoon
- Organic marine kelp superfood supplement — one small supplied spoon
- A dash of turmeric powder
Tuesday · Thursday · Saturday
- Salmon roe — half a teaspoon each
- Frozen or fresh blueberries — six to ten each
- Steamed sweet potato — five to eight tiny cubes each
- C8 MCT oil from coconut oil — 1/8 oz, measured with the pack fill level
A curated diet for discriminating dogs · routine changes by dog, age and need