Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog

by Wendy Volhard, Kerry Brown D.V.M.

Overview

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

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780470367100
Publisher:	Turner Publishing Company
Publication date:	05/05/2008
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	336
File size:	7 MB

About the Author

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.

Table of Contents

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.

Editorial Reviews

Now in an updated and expanded second edition, Holistic Guide For A Healthy Dog continues to be a premier resource and reference for dog owners concerned with the improvement and maintenance of their canine companion's health, longevity, and quality of life. In Part One (Your Dog's Diet & Health), Volhard and Brown discuss nutrition and the dog's overall physical well-being. Part Two (Medicine, Tests, Therapies & Your Dog) explores standard diagnostic and treatment modalities, including vaccinations, for canine health problems and disease prevention. Part Three (The Five-Element Theory) outlines an integral aspect of traditional Chinese medicine applicable to dog care. The Five-Element Theory divides the year into four seasons and shows that (by looking at the calendar) the pet companion can predict with an uncanny accuracy their dog's behavior and consequent health needs. Holistic Guide For A Healthy Dog is a critically important, highly recommended reading for all dog owners, be they just starting out with their first pet, or experienced and professional breeders and trainers.