Feed Your Best Friend Better

Author: Rick Woodford
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 1449410359
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
From Rick Woodford, the "Dog Food Dude" himself, comes Feed Your Best Friend Better, with easy recipes that will make even humans drool a little bit. Healthy food can enable dogs to live longer, healthier lives, just as it can for humans, and with these meals, treats, and cookies, dogs will never miss commercial kibble. Rick has researched nutrition for dogs and has used the same manuals veterinarians use to develop his recipes. Feed Your Best Friend Better makes the transition to homemade dog food simple, so you can make natural pet food for your dog every day. From nutritional value to portion sizes, these recipes will help dog parents know what their dog is eating. The meals are healthy, and dogs love them. Rick Woodford wants dogs in every family to be healthy and happy. His recipes use a variety of herbs and spices for their antioxidant properties but they smell so good everybody in the house will be drooling. Recipes include: * Puppy Pesto * Bacon Yappetizers * Barkscotti * Mutt Loaf * Gingerbread Mailman In addition to 85 recipes other helpful chapters include: * How to Pick out a Commercial Food; making the ingredient label easy to understand with a breakdown of ingredients that are good for the bowl and those that are best left on the shelf. * Determining Portion Size; information on body type and size help readers understand how much food their dogs need to be in the best shape * Problem Mealtime Behaviors; how to deal with the early morning wake up call, reluctant eaters, counter surfing and more

Feed Your Best Friend Better, Revised Edition

Author: Rick Woodford
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781524859695
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240

Book Description
If you wouldn't eat processed food, why feed it to your dog? From the acclaimed "Dog Food Dude," comes a revised and updated edition of his essential nutrition book for dogs. Feed Your Best Friend Better is the only nutritional guide you'll need, with helpful insight, charts, tips, and over 100 easy recipes for healthy dishes to help your best friend live a long and happy life. With even more recipes that will make any dog (and human) drool, this edited and expanded edition makes the transition to homemade dog food simple, with a wide range in options for the pickiest of dogs. Using a combination of research and personal experience, Rick has used the same manuals veterinarians use when developing recipes to ensure everything about his food is whole, clean, and packed with nutrients. From nutritional value to portion sizes, each recipe uses a variety of herbs, spices, and organic ingredients to enable dogs to live better lives. With these meals, treats, and cookies, dogs will never miss commercial kibble. In addition to over 100 recipes, other helpful chapters include: How to Pick out a Commercial Food: making the ingredient label easy to understand with a breakdown of ingredients that are good for the bowl and those that are best left on the shelf. Determining Portion Size: information on body type and size help readers understand how much food their dogs need to be in the best shape. Problem Mealtime Behaviors: how to deal with the early morning wake up call, reluctant eaters, counter surfing, and more.

Feed Your Best Friend Better

Author: Rick Woodford
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 1449409938
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
Featuring such options as Puppy Pesto, Bacon Yappetizers and Mutt Loaf, a cookbook by the creator of the "DogFoodDude" blog provides natural-foods recipes for dogs based on the nutritional guidelines of veterinary manuals.

Oh My Dog

Author: Beth Ostrosky Stern
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439168660
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 514

Book Description
Calling the toughest canine questions! Owning a dog is one of life’s great joys, but sometimes the challenges it brings can make even the most devoted dog lovers panic, throw up their hands, or feel completely overwhelmed. Before you get to the end of your leash, turn to this friendly and relatable reference that’s the next best thing to talking to a dog-owning friend who's seen it all. In Oh My Dog, animal rights activist Beth Ostrosky Stern has compiled tips and invaluable advice from experts—and from her own experience as dogowner—to sooth concerns, answer questions big and small, and help you and your dog get the most out of your relationship. From the moment you even consider getting a dog, to caring for your old friend when his puppy years are far behind him, Oh My Dog covers every angle of dog ownership, including: • Which breeds would be good match for me? • What do I look for in a vet? • How do I make sure our first night together is as stress-free as possible? • What activities will help me bond with my dog? • Is my dog showing sign of illness? • What should I know before I head to a doggie day care or park? • How do I read pet food labels? • What should I do in an emergency? Choc full of informative side bars, questionnaires, to-do lists, and much, much more, Oh My Dog is the answer-filled field guide for anybody who owns a dog or is considering getting one. •••••• Beth Ostrosky Stern

Raw & Natural Nutrition for Dogs

Author: Lew Olson
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1556439032
Category : Dogs
Languages : en
Pages : 241

Book Description
"The first comprehensive book to cover both raw and home-cooked diets specifically for dogs, written by an expert in dog food research and development"--Provided by publisher.

Feed Your Best Friend Better

Author: Shahin Coloring Publishing
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 198

Dog Obsessed

Author: Lucy Postins
Publisher: Rodale Books
ISBN: 1623367492
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 488

Book Description
Are you OBSESSED with your dog? Have you ever canceled plans because you’d rather spend Saturday night with your pup? Does your dog have his own Facebook page or Instagram feed? When you go on vacation, does your furry BFF come along with her own suitcase? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this dog-care book is for you! Packed with expert tips on dog park etiquette, good grooming, holiday safety, and how to visit friends and family with your dog in tow (hint: BYO treats and a special blanket), Dog Obsessed combines humorous advice with sound, veterinarian-approved programs for weight loss, exercise, and physical and emotional health. Including 45 easy-to-prepare, homemade dog food recipes (plus celebratory party fare and wine pairings for you!), Dog Obsessed is the definitive guide to enjoying a happier, healthier life with your favorite furry family member.

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend

Author: Monks of New Skete
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0759524386
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 420

Book Description
For more than a quarter century, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend has been the standard against which all other dog-training books have been measured. This expanded edition preserves the best features of the original classic while bringing the book fully up-to-date. The result: the ultimate training manual for a new generation of dog owners--and, of course, for their canine best friends. The Monks of New Skete have achieved international renown as breeders of German shepherds and as outstanding trainers of dogs of all breeds. Their unique approach to canine training, developed and refined over four decades, is based on the philosophy that "understanding is the key to communication, compassion, and communion" with your dog. How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend covers virtually every aspect of living with and caring for your dog, including: Selecting a dog (what breed? male? female? puppy or older dog?) to fit your lifestyle Where to get--and where not to get--a dog Reading a pedigree Training your dog or puppy--when, where, and how The proper use of praise and discipline Feeding, grooming, and ensuring your dog's physical fitness Recognizing and correcting canine behavioral problems The particular challenges of raising a dog where you live - in the city, country, or suburb The proper techniques for complete care of your pet at every stage of his or her life In its scope, its clarity, and its authority, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend remains unrivaled as a basic training guide for dog owners. Like no other book, this guide can help you understand and appreciate your dog's nature as well as his or her distinct personality--and in so doing, it can significantly enrich the life you share with your dog.

Raw Food Diet for Dogs

Author: Silke Böhm
Publisher: Cadmos Verlag Gmbh
ISBN: 9780857882035
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
A practical introduction to the trend towards feeding dogs in a natural and species-appropriate way With the debate raging about the most appropriate way to feed man's best friend, more and more dog owners are realizing that feeding raw meat, combined with fresh vegetables and oils, is a cheaper and--more importantly--healthier alternative to dry dog food and canned meat. Some of the positive effects of this diet can be seen in healthy skin, a glossy coat, less body and mouth odor, and a strong immune system. The author explains the raw food diet for dogs in a clear and practical way, demonstrating a daily routine, describing the ingredients, and dispelling the prejudices. Practical shopping lists are also compiled, describing meats that are especially beneficial for dogs and keeping at the ready negative lists of harmful substances that should be avoided in the grocery store. Suitability for daily use and practical relevance are in the foreground, making the raw food diet easy for anybody to manage.

Easy Dog Food Recipes

Author: Scott Shanahan
Publisher: Rockridge Press
ISBN: 9781646115396
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Paws-itively easy and healthy dog food recipes—bone appetit! Dogs aren’t just friendly pets, they’re beloved family—and like any family member, the food you feed your pup needs to be healthy, high quality, and wholly delicious. Packed with simple recipes using fresh ingredients and straightforward advice on the best foods for your best friend, Easy Dog Food Recipes shows you how to ditch the store-bought kibble for balanced homemade meals you can trust. Become a home chef for your happy hound! Easy Dog Food Recipes gives you a look at the many benefits of healthy, homemade dog food, including a detailed breakdown of the vitamins and minerals every canine needs. Explore the best, budget-friendly ingredients for your DIY dog food, as well as advice for avoiding ingredients that can cause harm, before trying your hand at dozens of dog food recipes for howling good treats, meats, sauces, and more. Easy Dog Food Recipes includes: Canine cuisine—60 drool-worthy, nutrient-rich recipes will have your dog barking bow WOW for easy-to-make chow, such as Pumpkin Cookies, Shrimp and Quinoa, Turkey Pan Gravy, and more! Dog whisperer—Easy Dog Food Recipes offers proven advice leads you through the safest or most harmful ingredients, a guide to deciphering dog food labels, and mealtime training tips. Doggo diagrams—Super easy, scannable charts give you the lowdown on info such as accurate serving sizes for your pooch—from the tiniest Chihuahua to the most massive Mastiff—and how to serve a balanced bowl. From can to pan—your pup will woof their way through these hearty and healthy dog food recipes.