The Complete Holistic Dog Book

Author: Jan Allegretti
Publisher: Celestial Arts
ISBN: 030780948X
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 385

Book Description
Naturally, you want the best for your canine companion's body, mind, and spirit. Ensure a lifetime of tail wags and dogged good health with THE COMPLETE HOLISTIC DOG BOOK. Animal healers Jan Allegretti and Katy Sommers discuss natural preventive health care, including early socialization, environmental safety, nutrition, and the application of alternative therapies and allopathic medicine. A thorough grounding in homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine, and herbal remedies provides practical techniques for treating hundreds of common canine illnesses, injuries, and health problems. Also covering the special needs of older dogs, THE COMPLETE HOLISTIC DOG BOOK is a compassionate reference for animal guardians and caregivers, at home as well as in a clinical setting. Offers a unique, holistic approach that maintains the health of a dog's entire body system, from puppyhood through the senior years. With an easy-to-use, 80-page Materia Medica covering nutritional supplements, herbs, and homeopathic remedies. Includes a guide to creating a holistic first-aid kit. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Home Cooking for Your Dog

Author: Christine Filardi
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613125461
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 251

Book Description
Go beyond kibble—and put your dog on a healthier diet with recipes for Fido’s Fishcakes, Bacon and Cream Cheese Muffins, and more! Home Cooking for Your Dog is the first holistic cookbook for dogs to include recipes for cooked meals, treats, and the raw food diet. User-friendly, chop-licking recipes like Fido’s Fishcakes, Potluck Polenta, and Peanut Butter and Coconut Cakes call for healthy ingredients you can find in your local grocery store (or may already have at home) to create balanced, nutritious meals for a healthier, happier dog. Included are nutrition information, cooking tips, and anecdotes from the author about her own four dogs to help you transition your dog to a homemade diet. Illustrated with a combination of irresistible color photographs of dogs and humorous line art, the book is a must-have for dog owners everywhere—and a portion of the proceeds will support animal rescue.

Natural Dog Training

Author: Kevin Behan
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0578013630
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 297

Book Description
Natural Dog Training is about how dogs see the world and what this means in regards to training. The first part of this book presents a new theory for the social behavior of canines, featuring the drive to hunt, not the pack instincts, as seminal to canine behavior. The second part reinterprets how dogs actually learn. The third section presents exercises and handling techniques to put this theory into practice with a puppy. The final section sets forth a training program with a special emphasis on coming when called.

Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats

Author: Shawn Messonnier, D.V.M.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307558606
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 513

Book Description
2000 Winner, Better Health for Life Award, Cat Writer's Association (CWA) When it comes to your dog's or your cat's health, you want the best health care available. But did you know that conventional medicine is not the only answer, or even the best answer? Inside you'll learn from a respected veterinarian how the therapeutic wonders of natural medicine can benefit your dog or cat. This comprehensive guide discusses more than 40 common conditions or diseases that can affect your pet and how they can be treated or improved with natural medicine. Easy to understand and use, with cross-references between conditions and treatments, this informative resource includes: ·An A-Z guide to common health conditions ·An A-Z guide to herbs, vitamins, and supplements ·Dietary recommendations for specific health concerns ·Proven complementary therapies for your pet ·And much, much more! Do your pet a great favor—add this complete reference to your library. You'll both be glad you did. Inside, natural treatments for: ·Allergies ·Obesity ·Cancer ·Kidney Disease ·Arthritis ·Heart Disease ·Feline Leukemia ·Dental Disease ·Ear Infections ·And many more common conditions Praise for Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats "Incredibly well thought-out and organized. This bible will serve as an excellent reference for veterinarians and pet owners alike."—L. Phillips Brown, D.V.M., product manager, Inter-Cal Nutraceuticals "A concise overview of common animal conditions and available complementary therapies that will help readers ensure their pets and patients receive the best treatment."—Myrna Milani, D.V.M., author, Preparing for the Loss of Your Pet "This bible is a 'new testament' that may help pet caregivers heal their sick pets."—Alice Villalobos, D.V.M.

The Holistic Dog Book

Author: Denise Flaim
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 0470327448
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 173

Book Description
"This book is an important contribution to improving the health, well-being and care of our closest animal companion, the dog . No one with a dog should be without this book." --From the Foreword by Dr. Michael W. Fox The Holistic Dog Book addresses your whole dog and all the ways you can bring a more natural approach to your dog's care. Whether you're interested in essential oils, homeopathy, natural diets, herbal remedies, acupuncture, massage or emotionally satisfying training, you'll find what you need to make well-informed decisions about what's right for the both of you.

Natural Healing for Dogs and Cats

Author: Diane Stein
Publisher: Crossing Press
ISBN: 0307783782
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 201

Book Description
This invaluable resource tells how to use nutrition, minerals, massage, herbs, homeopathy, acupuncture, acupressure, flower essences, and psychic healing for optimal health. Meticulously researched. Fully illustrated. Comprehensive guide to holistic healing methods. Extensive resource directory. Effective ways to reduce veterinary costs.

Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats (4th Edition)

Author: Richard H. Pitcairn
Publisher: Rodale Books
ISBN: 1623367565
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 514

Book Description
For more than 30 years, Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats has been the go-to resource for health-conscious animal lovers. This fourth edition is updated with the latest information in natural pet health, including groundbreaking research on the benefits of vegan diets for pets, as well as nutritionally complete recipes to give your pets optimal health that you can also enjoy, making home prepared diets easier than ever. The Pitcairns also discuss behavior issues, general nutrition, and a more humane approach to caring for pets. The Pitcairns have long been the trusted name in holistic veterinary care and continue to be at the forefront of natural pet health. Written with the same compassion and conviction, the fourth edition of Natural Health for Dogs & Cats will help you give your beloved animals the healthiest, happiest life.

The Natural Remedy Book for Dogs and Cats

Author: Diane Stein
Publisher: B. Jain Publishers
ISBN: 9788170218500
Category : Alternative veterinary medicine
Languages : en
Pages : 362

Book Description
A delightful and informative guide to the use of nutrition, vitamins, minerals, massage, herbs and homoeopathy to support your pet shealth and vitality.

The Complete Book of Home Remedies for Your Dog

Author: Deborah Mitchell
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 125002627X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
Provides advice on canine diet and information on symptoms, diagnosis, conventional treatment, and home remedies for fourteen common canine medical conditions, including arthritis, diabetes, kidney problems, obesity, and worms.

The Complete Holistic Dog Book

Author: Jan Allegretti
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781892193179
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 436

Book Description
Naturally, you want the best for your canine companion...a lifetime of tail wags and dogged good health. In THE COMPLETE HOLISTIC DOG BOOK, animal healer Jan Allegretti shows you how to create an environment and lifestyle that will nurture your friend at every level, to help you care for her body, mind, and spirit. You'll discover keys to supporting and enhancing her innate healing abilities, while you gain a deeper understanding of how her body systems work-and what to look for if something goes awry. THE COMPLETE HOLISTIC DOG BOOK lends a warm and caring voice when you need it most, when your beloved dog is sick or injured, or when you simply need advice for keeping her healthy and happy. It's also a comprehensive reference manual packed with holistic therapies drawing on a range of modalities, including homeopathy, herbs, bodywork, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the use of food as medicine. You'll find easy-to-follow recommendations for natural, preventive care, including early socialization, environmental safety, and nutrition, as well as practical techniques for treating hundreds of common canine illnesses and injuries using gentle, natural medicines that are easy to administer and painless-or delicious -for your dog. For all animal guardians, caregivers, and practitioners, at home or in a clinical setting, this book offers: -A unique, holistic approach that sustains your dog's physical and emotional health, from puppyhood through the senior years. -The Fresh & Flexible(TM) meal plan-the easiest, most effective way to feed your dog a nutritious, delicious diet. -A guide to creating a Holistic Medicine Chest to treat the most common illnesses and injuries-all with just 15 remedies. -A sensitive exploration of how you can address your companion's special needs as she ages, and ease the transition when it's time to let go. -An easy-to-use, 80-page Materia Medica covering nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies, and herbs. -A comprehensive listing of illnesses, injuries, and behavioral issues, with a variety of treatment options to choose from. -Answers to your questions about how you can use Cannabis safely--and legally--to support your dog through a range of difficulties, from pain and inflammation to anxiety, neurological disorders, and cancer.