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Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog

Autor Wendy Volhard, Kerry Brown, Kerry L. Brown
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 9 mai 2000
A complete revision of a ground–breaking reference. Designed to provide updated information found in the original book, as well as lots of new topics, and a new organization—this second edition is more user–friendly than ever! Readers will get the latest on: Healthful diets for dogs of every age and activity level How to modify your dog′s diet to best meet seasonal needs Natural ways to keep your dog healthy throughout all stages of life How to care for a dog in poor health The vaccine controversy—the pros, the cons and how to sort them out ∗ Homeopathic remedies Alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, acupressure, aromatherapy, chiropractics and use of medicinal herbs
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ISBN-13: 9781582451534
ISBN-10: 1582451532
Pagini: 336
Dimensiuni: 156 x 235 x 22 mm
Greutate: 0.56 kg
Ediția:2nd Edition
Editura: Howell Books
Locul publicării:Hoboken, United States

Descriere

Holistic veterinary care remains one of the fastest–growing specialties in canine medicine. Like the original, the second edition of The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog includes all of the in–depth information readers need to evaluate their dogs′ dietary and medical regimens in light of holistic alternatives, and provides them with a new way to look at canine health in general. However, this new edition is updated and revamped with more information on all things holistic for the new millennium. In this updated version of a dog care classic, readers learn more about: How to read commercial dog food labels and understand what they really mean The Natural Diet and how to prepare it Raising puppies and caring for older dogs What supplements are all about How to assess vaccinations and lab tests Kinesiology Homeopathy The Five–Element Theory of traditional Chinese medicine and much more. The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog has tips for everyone. Whether the reader is a new dog owner or an old pro at home remedies and health food for dogs, they will gain insight into canine health as a whole as well as their own dog′s health and well–being.

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Holistic veterinary care remains one of the fastest-growing specialties in canine medicine. Like the original, the second edition of The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog includes all of the in-depth information readers need to evaluate their dogs' dietary and medical regimens in light of holistic alternatives, and provides them with a new way to look at canine health in general. However, this new edition is updated and revamped with more information on all things holistic for the new millennium. In this updated version of a dog care classic, readers learn more about:
  • How to read commercial dog food labels and understand what they really mean
  • The Natural Diet and how to prepare it
  • Raising puppies and caring for older dogs
  • What supplements are all about
  • How to assess vaccinations and lab tests
  • Kinesiology
  • Homeopathy
  • The Five-Element Theory of traditional Chinese medicine and much more.
"The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog" has tips for everyone. Whether the reader is a new dog owner or an old pro at home remedies and health food for dogs, they will gain insight into canine health as a whole as well as their own dog's health and well-being.

Cuprins

Acknowledgments. Preface. PART 1: Diet, Allergies & Health. The Natural Diet. Natural Diet Ingredients & Why They Work. Preparation of the Natural Diet. Special Supplements. Breeding Your Dog & Raising Puppies. The Older Dog––Dietary & Emotional Needs. PART 2: Vaccinations, Heartworm & Common Medical Procedures. Laboratory Tests––What do They Tell Us? Thyroid & Adrenal Glands. Kinesiology. Homeopathy. Complementary Therapies. PART 3: A Short Course on the Five–Element Theory. Spring & Summer. Fall, Winter & In Between the Seasons. Appendix I. A Brief Reference Guide. Appendix II. Sources of Ingredients & Products. Appendix III. Vitamins & Minerals. Appendix IV. Interpretation of Blood Work & Urinalysis. Bibliography. Index.

Notă biografică

Wendy Volhard is an award–winning author and lecturer on nutrition, behavior, and training for dogs. She has also developed the most widely used system for puppy aptitude testing. Ms. Volhard is the co–author, with husband Jack, of The Canine Good Citizen. Kerry Brown, D.V.M., is a practicing veterinarian specializing in holistic medicine.