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This book provides new knowledge about the nutrition and metabolism, as well as the roles of nutrients in the immunity, health, and management of companion animals (dogs and cats). The domestic dog (facultative carnivore) and the domestic cat (obligate carnivore) have evolved differentially in their digestive tract, nutrition, metabolism, chemical sensing, and feeding behavior. These animals have been human companions for at least 12,000 and 9,000 years, respectively, and continue to contribute to the mental health and well-being of children, adolescents, and adults. Both dogs and cats have become increasingly popular in many countries and worldwide over the past decades. Comprehensive update about how the animals utilize dietary nutrients for optimum growth, development, and health is beneficial for their owners, as well as students and researchers. Chapter 4: Characteristics of Nutrition and Metabolism in Dogs and Cats is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

Learn the cutting-edge science of longevity and the best of integrative veterinary care to achieve a longer, happier life for your dog.Recent advances in longevity science have shed light on the causes of aging and how we can intervene to help our dogs live longer, healthier lives than ever before. America's Favorite Veterinarian, Dr. Gary Richter, guides the reader through everything you can do to increase both life span and “health span” for your pet, from the puppy stage to geriatric and end-of-life care. You'll understand how to make the best choices for your unique dog, using diagnostic tests, personalized diet and exercise plans, supplements, herbs, pharmaceuticals, and high-tech regenerative medicine.

Explore the world of canine nutrition and learn about feeding your dog with science, sense and sensibility.Canine nutrition is easily one of the most debated topics in the dog world. Canine Nutrition: Food, Feeding and Function aims to help canine caregivers navigate the world of dog food and feeding, and is an essential guide for anyone who lives with dogs and wants to understand more. With a strong grounding in canine and nutritional science, this book introduces the key concepts and foundation knowledge of what dogs need nutritionally. It considers how our relationships with our dogs and our decision-making influences what and how we feed them, and how we can best meet their needs, as well as our own. Practical approaches to supporting canine health, wellbeing and activity through nutrition are examined in a clear and accessible way throughout, whilst also acknowledging the variety of food options that are available to canine caregivers. This is all achieved with a firm evidence base in canine nutritional science.

A vegan diet for dogs?! But aren't dogs carnivores? Can dogs really get all the nutrients they need, even protein, without eating meat? Would switching my dog to a plant-based diet be too expensive to sustain? In her newest book, The Plant-Powered Dog, Canine Nutritionist Diana Laverdure-Dunetz, MS, along with W. Jean Dodds, DVM reference the most up-to-date scientific research to explain the detailed nutritional needs of our canine companions and explore the many benefits of switching to a plant-based diet, including increasing longevity and preventing chronic disease. It's no coincidence that staggering numbers of modern companion dogs suffer from one or more chronic inflammatory diseases. Our canine companions have fallen victim to the same lifestyle-related conditions that are skyrocketing among people living in developed societies. As a culture, we and our companion animals are overfed and undernourished, and we are all traveling down the same dangerous inflammatory path.

This is the only doggie cookbook you need to have the most fun with your best friend! Based on the popular YouTube series Paddington's Pantry, the author has created brand new recipes to share, with the help of her own two pups, Paddington and Treacle. This bookincludes an illustrated “safe for dogs” guide that has been veterinarian-approved so you can be sure you're giving your fur baby only the safest goodies. Helpful hints are sprinkled throughout the pages to add relevant recipe tips, special substitution suggestions, and more! Starting with the fundamentals like easy KONG fillings and training treats, recipes are then organized seasonally, and include: Fresh Fruit ParfaitsMini Blueberry MuffinsPaw Print CookiesHealthy Green Bean CrispsPaddington's Sweet Potato and Chicken TwistsToo Hot for Walkies Fruity Frozen TreatsPup-kin Spice CupcakesApple and Oat TrufflesPeanut Butter and Beet StarsCatch of the Day Salmon FishcakesAdvent Calendar for DogsMany more! You'll not only get to know Paddington and Treacle through this adorable homage pet lovers anywhere will adore, but also learn some super-simple recipes to keep in your back pocket!

Real Food for Dogs and Cats is a no-nonsense guide to natural and balanced pet nutrition has simple, practical, and effective ways to keep pets in top condition.

Say hello to your beautiful, modern dog treat bible! We know you love your dog. We know you want what's best for them.But we also know if you're faced with a dog treat recipe that calls for eight obscure ingredients, requires forty minutes of prep, and still ends up looking a brown, crumbly mess—you're reaching for that bag of ready-made dog treats faster than we can say “fetch.”Pet lifestyle expert Serena Faber-Nelson puts the fun back into dog treats—with easy, everyday recipes for go-to pet treats you'll actually be bothered to make (and find yourself using over and over again). These nutritious, delicious, budget friendly, and oh-so-simple-to-make dog treat recipes include: Tasty Kong stuffers and healthy chews to keep your pup entertained while you go to workEasy, no-bake bliss balls that pull double duty as training treatsYummy biscuits that help freshen your doggo's breathA whole section devoted to birthdays, holidays, and special occasions, of courseAnd so much more!With a huge variety of treats to reward, train, and pamper, every recipe is designed to make life easier and sweeter for you and your dog. Packed with mouth-watering images, easy step-by-step instructions, handy hints, allergy alternatives, nutritional info, and more, Homemade Dog Treats is the must-have recipe handbook for every dog owner.

Endlich ein umfassender Leitfaden für die optimale und artgerechte Fütterung Ihres Lieblings. Mit kleinen Extras zum Belohnen! Erfahren Sie neueste Erkenntnisse der Tiermedizin und wie Sie dazu beitragen, dass Ihr Hund lange gesund und aktiv bleibt! Schluss mit Dosenfutter: 85 Rezepte zum Nachkochen, entwickelt von Rick Woodford. Einfache und schnelle Zubereitung, ohne teure und aufwändige Zutaten. Praktische Anleitung zur richtigen Portionsgröße und Zusammensetzung der Nährstoffe,für jede Rasse und jedes Alter. Ratgeber bei problematischem Fressverhalten, Diabetes, Übergewicht u. v. m.

Hai appena accolto un cucciolo in casa o pensi di farlo, e non sai cosa dargli da mangiare?La tua cagnolina è incinta e non sai bene come nutrirla?Questa preziosa guida ti fornisce tutte le informazioni per una corretta alimentazione dei cagnolini e dei cani in gravidanza.L'esperta di alimentazione ed educazione canina Swanie Simon ti accompagna nelle varie fasi di vita dei piccoli animali e delle mamme: dal giorno dell'accoppiamento alla nascita della cucciolata, dall'allattamento da parte della madre all'integrazione con piccole quantità di cibo, dallo svezzamento completo al cambio dei denti da latte.Per offrire al tuo cane un'alimentazione sana e naturale l'autrice propone una dieta BARF che consiste in cibo crudo biologicamente appropriato. Spiega in maniera dettagliata un piano nutrizionale completo attraverso utili tabelle, approfondimenti e risposte alle principali domande e dubbi.L'autrice, infine, propone utili consigli per prendersi cura di un cucciolo: dallo sverminamento alla vaccinazione, dalle vitamine e minerali necessari agli integratori.L'autriceSwanie Simon vanta più di 25 anni di esperienza nel campo dell'allevamento naturale e educazione dei cani.L'autrice è diventata famosa come autrice e relatrice in Germania e nei paesi tedescofoni grazie a apparizioni in televisione (ad esempio la trasmissione televisiva Plusminus) sul tema alimentazione crudista per cani.Ha diffuso l'acronimo americano BARF in Germania ed ha creato la definizione “cibo crudo biologicamente appropriato”, che ormai è diventata la definizione usata per la BARF.

Il cane anziano, in genere, si ammala più spesso. Ciò è legato non solo al processo d'invecchiamento, ma soprattutto al modo in cui ha vissuto nei suoi primi anni di vita e in particolare a come è stato nutrito. Molti cani, inoltre, si ammalano prima di raggiungere l'età della “vecchiaia”.In questi casi uno stile di vita adeguato e soprattutto un'alimentazione biologicamente appropriata possono risparmiare e risolvere molte problematiche.Cambiare l'alimentazione del cane passando al cibo crudo della dieta BARF, infatti, può ottenere grandi effetti sia negli animali anziani che in quelli malati.In questa guida viene spiegato come nutrire in maniera corretta e naturale il cane anziano e a cosa fare attenzione nel preparare i suoi pasti.Viene inoltre illustrato il tema dell'alimentazione in caso di malattia, con tanti consigli su come aiutare l'animale con rimedi casalinghi o integratori. In particolare vengono dati consigli in caso di tumore, problemi digestivi, malattie del fegato, delle giunture, della tiroide e molte altre problematiche.Per agevolare la consultazione la guida contiene tante utili tabelle, approfondimenti e le risposte alle principali domande e dubbi.L'autriceSwanie Simon vanta più di 25 anni di esperienza nel campo dell'allevamento naturale e educazione dei cani.L'autrice è diventata famosa come autrice e relatrice in Germania e nei paesi tedescofoni grazie a apparizioni in televisione (ad esempio la trasmissione televisiva Plusminus) sul tema alimentazione crudista per cani.Ha diffuso l'acronimo americano BARF in Germania ed ha creato la definizione “cibo crudo biologicamente appropriato”, che ormai è diventata la definizione usata per la BARF.

Dogs'Dinners features inexpensive and practical ways to feed your dog a nutritious, balanced diet – all from scratch! Debora promotes a method of natural feeding that fits easily into everyday life, as well as catering each diet specifically to your pets'own individual needs. Whether it's simply a few biscuits from time to time or the full from-scratch experience, it's a wonderful way to build up that very special bond between you and your dog. And who knows, you may even find some recipes that can be tweaked with extra seasonings, to make them as enjoyable for you as they are for your dog. Featuring over 50 delicious recipes, the book begins with a helpful Dogs'Larder section, outlining do's and don'ts, easy swaps and quick snacks. Following chapters cover Everyday Eating, One-Pot Dinners, Taking the Biscuits (treats and biscuits), Special Occasions (your dog's very own birthday cake and Christmas Dinner) and Feel Better Food. Getting started needn't be daunting – you probably have many of the ingredients you need to rustle up great meals for your dog in your cupboards, refrigerator and freezer already. Beautifully illustrated throughout by Cinzia Zenocchini, this is the perfect book for any culinary-inclined dog lover. Bone appétit!

Ob Mensch, ob Tier – Gesundheit beginnt in den Zellen! Dieses Werk vermittelt bahnbrechende Erkenntnisse auf dem Gebiet der Hundeernährung. Es zeigt, wie Sie die Zellgesundheit Ihres Hundes, dem Garant für ein langes, aktives Leben, allein durch das optimale Futter erreichen und bewahren. Die renommierte Tiermedizinerin Jean Dodds und die Expertin für Hundeernährung Diana Laverdure beziehen sich dabei auf die Ergebnisse der noch jungen, vielversprechenden Wissenschaftsdisziplin Nutrigenomik, die das Zusammenspiel zwischen Genen und Ernährung untersucht. Entscheidend für unsere Gesundheit und die unseres Hundes ist, wie die Nahrung, die wir aufnehmen, zu unseren Zellen „spricht“ und dadurch die Genexpression reguliert. Die Gene, mit denen wir auf die Welt kommen, sind zwar nicht veränderbar, aber wir können ihr Verhalten steuern. Genau hier setzen die Autorinnen an. Sie zeigen, wie herauszufinden ist, welche Nahrungsmittel die Genexpression und Zellgesundheit optimal fördern und welche zu chronischen Krankheiten führen. Mit bestimmtem Futter ist es möglich, Erkrankungen wirksam zu behandeln und zu heilen. Dodds und Laverdure haben „drei Schlüssel” erarbeitet, mit denen Sie künftig das Hundefutter gemäß den Prinzipien der Nutrigenomik zusammenstellen können. Mit 10 nährstoffreichen Superfoods erzielen Sie bei Ihrem Hund eine optimale Genexpression und verbessern seine Gesundheit um ein Vielfaches. Selbst Futtermittelunverträglichkeiten können Sie zukünftig wirksam behandeln. NUTRIGENOMIK FÜR HUNDE präsentiert verblüffende Möglichkeiten. Lange hat man den Einfluss der Ernährung auf die Genexpression auf der Zell-ebene nicht erkannt. Doch die Nutrigenomik beweist: Nahrung „spricht“ zu unseren Zellen. Mit diesem unverzichtbaren Ratgeber für Hundeernährung legen Sie den Grundstein für lang anhaltende Gesundheit und Wohlbefinden Ihres Tieres „Dieses bahnbrechende Buch bestätigt, dass Ernährung die beste Medizin auch bei Hunden ist. Das Werk stellt eine Bereicherung für alle Tierärzte und Betreuer dar. Für Studenten der Tiermedizin und Tierernährung sollte es zu einem obligatorischen Lehrbuch werden.“ — Dr. Michael W. Fox, Autor

As a holistic veterinarian and scientist, Dr. Gary Richter helps dog and cat owners to navigate the thicket of treatment options and separate the fact from the fiction. He wants us to use what actually works, not just what Western science or alternative medicine say'should'work.This multifaceted approach to health is known as integrative medicine. Dr. Richter examines traditional medicine from many cultures alongside modern medical techniques, describing the best of complementary care and the best of conventional veterinary medicine. Every treatment he recommends has the backing of scientific research or years of successful outcomes in his clinical practice. After explaining the treatment, he offers specific recommendations for an integrative approach to common diseases, including allergies, skin conditions, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.A holistic approach to health includes nutrition, as it sets up the foundation for your pet's health. Dr. Richter cuts through the hype in the pet-food world and explains how to choose the best commercial foods and supplements, and even includes both raw and cooked dog- and cat-food recipes for general diet as well as to treat specific needs. He also explains how we can use the right foods and supplements to'hack'the body's processes, including the immune system.

Sinopse Animais Saudáveis Naturalmente é um guia introdutório à naturopatia para cães e gatos e inclui informações sobre dieta natural, suplementos nutricionais para melhorar a sua saúde dos animais, juntamente com informações sobre o uso de ervas, homeopatia e essências florais para ajudar na saúde e no bem-estar. Alternativas naturais para pulgas, desparasitação, antibióticos e alívio da dor. Também inclui informações sobre a alimentação e de uma dieta vegetariana para cães. Escrito por um naturopata de animais qualificado, que tem ajudado milhares de animais com uma série de questões de saúde agudas e crónicas. Se gostaria de saber mais sobre como usar terapias naturais e como evitar muitos problemas de saúde, então, este livro é uma grande referência.

Avoid the vet by learning how to treat your pup's symptoms and know that a better diet means a healthier, happier dog.Is your pup fighting to feel better? Your dog's skin problems, ear infections, bowel issues, obesity, seizures, and bladder issues can often be treated by changing the type of ingredients, calories, or moisture in your dog's diet.The Dog Diet Answer Book helps dog owners better understand their dog's dietary needs and what ingredients to feed them. With this practical guide, veterinarian Greg Martinez helps you:Diagnose common health problemsDecipher ingredient labelsFeed your dog beneficial nutrientsIdentify common allergensUnderstand the difference between types of dog foods and dietsMake home-cooked meals and treats for your dogDecide when to purchase high-quality commercial dog food or add healthy human food, oils, raw food, or home cooking to your pet's dietThis resource will give you the tools to adjust your dog's diet in accordance with his nutritional needs so that he leads a long, happy, and healthy life.

Secrets to Feeding Dogs for Optimum Cellular Health and Longevity Revealed in Groundbreaking New Book Vibrant health begins in the cells. Learn how to transform your dog's cellular health with the power of nutrigenomics in this ground-breaking new book. Nutrigenomics (a combination of the words nutrition and genome) is the study of how the foods we and our pets eat “speak” to our cells to regulate gene expression, which in turn plays a huge role in determining whether a person or animal will live a life of vibrant health, or one plagued by illness. Scientists now know that while we can't change the genes we are born with, we can change how those genes behave, which is exactly what authors W. Jean Dodds, DVM and Diana Laverdure show us how to do in their newest book, Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of Feeding Your Dog for Optimum Health from Dogwise Publishing. Read Canine Nutrigenomics and discover: • How to tell which foods create optimum gene expression and vibrant health at the cellular level and which foods lead to chronic disease. • The amazing healing power of functional foods. • The “Three Keys” to easily creating a foundation diet for your dog based on the principles of nutrigenomics. • How to use functional ingredients to treat, manage and even reverse a wide variety of chronic canine health conditions. • The 10 “canine functional superfoods” and how they can supercharge your dog's health by optimizing his gene expression. • The signs of a food intolerance/sensitivity and how to stop it in its tracks. And much more!

“Mascotas naturalmente saludables” es una guía introductoria de naturopatía para perros y gatos que incluye información sobre una dieta natural y suplementos alimenticios para mejorar la salud de sus animales, al igual que sobre cómo utilizar hierbas, homeopatía y esencias florales para apoyar su salud y bienestar. Se detallan alternativas naturales para el control de pulgas, la desparasitación y para aliviar el dolor. También incluye información sobre la alimentación vegetariana para perros. Está escrito por una naturópata de animales calificada que ha ayudando a miles de animales a raíz de variedad de problemas de salud agudos y crónicos. Si quisiera saber más sobre cómo utilizar terapias naturales y cómo evitar muchos problemas de salud de sus mascotas, entonces este libro es una gran referencia.

The definitive guide to feeding your dog a balanced, nutritious, and home-cooked raw diet—from the founder of a natural pets product company with over thirty years of experience Many people want to prepare their dog's meals at home, but feel it is too complex. Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs provides a road map to the essentials of canine nutrition, written in easy-to-understand language. Pet owners seeking to give their dogs a better coat, better skin, and healthier teeth and gums, as well as longer lives and more stable temperaments, will benefit not only from the background data in this book, but also the step-by-step instructions and recipes for preparing these diets. The book includes charts with the recipes, instructions on keeping diets simple and balanced, guidelines on preparation, suggestions for finding ingredients, and how much to feed a dog by body weight. There are recipes for healthy adult dogs, as well as guidelines for puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with health conditions including pancreatitis, renal problems, gastric issues, allergies, heart disease, liver disease, and cancer. Tracing the history of feeding dogs, the author shows when commercial dog food rose and took hold of the market. She discusses canine nutritional needs and provides research on how home-prepared foods can meet pets'needs better than commercial, processed dog food. Written with thorough information for the seasoned raw feeder, this guide can also be easily followed by any newcomer to home-feeding. This revised edition includes new information on special care and feeding of pregnant, newborn, performance, and toy breed dogs as well as senior dog considerations and the safety of the raw food diet for dogs.

Winner of the DWAA Maxwell Award for 2014, Health and General Care Award Choosing the right dog food in a world with too many choices Walking down the dog food aisle in a pet supply superstore can present you with an overwhelming number of choices. Reading about dog food on the internet can make your head spin with so many opinions and stories. And judging the content that you find on dog food packaging can be confusing and misleading. How can the average dog owner make an informed choice in accordance with her dog's age, size and condition? In her latest book, author Linda Case describes how to make logical, evidence-based decisions for what to feed your dog amid all the options available. You will learn • How pet food marketers appeal to your emotions to persuade you to buy a particular type of dog food. • To distinguish between scientific, evidence-based information and the anecdotal evidence which is so pervasive—and often misleading—in the dog food arena. • Is there a scientific basis for dog foods designed specifically for puppies, senior dogs, canine athletes—even various breeds of dogs? • How to read and evaluate all of the material included on a typical package of dog food from the ingredients and label claims (“Natural,” “Anti-Oxidant,” “Low Fat”),to the Nutrient Analysis and Nutritional Adequacy statements. • How to avoid choice paralysis and the cognitive traps that can interfere with clear decision making.

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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.

All processed foods with a long shelf-life have nutritional limitations. Every doctor and nutritionist would probably agree with that statement--if we were talking about foods for humans. But quite often we don't carry over that awareness to dog foods. And we need to: overcoming the inherent limitations in all dry dog foods will help our dogs thrive and be the best they can be.

While the internet provides pet parents with a great deal of information, finding and understanding that information can be like wading through a bog at midnight without a flashlight. In spite of the internet, pet parents remain desperate for valid resources. Health and Nutrition for Dogs and Cats is timely, informative, and delivers sensible information on topics of importance to all pet owners. From reading pet food labels to storing food, from understanding appropriate calorie intake to food allergies, David Wellock helps readers better understand the dietary needs of their dogs and cats. In recent years, Americans have come to pay more attention to the foods they eat. This trend toward a healthier lifestyle quickly found its way into the world of pet foods, allowing better diets to find success in the marketplace. However, the change has been somewhat perplexing for pet parents as they struggle to sort out the various, and sometimes misleading, messages surrounding the new foods available to their pets. Here, a seasoned expert in the care and feeding of dogs and cats, provides fact-filled, no nonsense, understandable information on the topics pet parents need to know in order to purchase and prepare food and develop an appropriate diet for their furry charges.

“Easy, super-healthy, vet-approved recipes your dog will adore.” —Modern Dog magazineHealthy 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 Woodford, aka the Dog Food Dude, has researched nutrition for dogs and 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 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—they'll even make humans drool a little bit. Recipes use a variety of herbs and spices for their antioxidant properties and include:• Puppy Pesto• Bacon Yappetizers• Barkscotti• Mutt Loaf• Gingerbread MailmanIn addition to eighty-five 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

Every dog owner wants the best for their pet. Commercial dog foods and biscuits contain colourings, flavour enhancers and preservatives that are just as unlikely to be good for our pets as they are for us. The only way we can know that our beloved dog is getting a healthy and nutritionally balanced diet is if we prepare their food ourselves. In this book, Elaine Everest provides over 100 tasty and nutritional recipes for every occasion, from main meals cooked with organic ingredients to kibble and mixer biscuit substitutes and delicious biscuits and treats to supplement their diet. There are even recipes for cakes that can be specially baked to celebrate birthdays and other fun occasions. Healthy treats that will keep dogs lean and fit. Easy to prepare daily meals, even for the non-cooks amongst us. Easy to make training titbits, plus recipes to cook and freeze Cooling snacks for hot days. Vegetarian meals, slimming meals and special diets for happy hounds. With this handy book you'll never again need to purchase mass produced treats for your dog - and you'll save money too.

How well can you answer pet owners'questions about proper diet and feeding? Canine and Feline Nutrition, 3rd Edition describes the role of nutrition and its effects upon health and wellness and the dietary management of various disorders of dogs and cats. By using the book's cutting-edge research and clinical nutrition information, you'll be able to make recommendations of appropriate pet food and proper feeding guidelines. Pet nutrition experts Linda P. Case, MS, Leighann Daristotle, DVM, PhD, Michael G. Hayek, PhD, and Melody Foess Raasch, DVM, provide complete, head-to-tail coverage and a broad scope of knowledge, so you can help dog and cat owners make sound nutrition and feeding choices to promote their pets'health to prolong their lives. - Tables and boxes provide quick reference to the most important clinical information. - Key points summarize essential information at a glance. - A useful Nutritional Myths and Feeding Practices chapter dispels and corrects common food myths. - New clinical information covers a wide range of emerging nutrition topics including the role of the omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid families in pet health and disease management. - Coverage of pet food safety and pet food ingredients includes both commercially and home-prepared foods and provides answers to pet owners'questions on these topics. - Completely updated content reflects the latest findings in clinical nutrition research. - Information regarding functional ingredients and dietary supplementation provides a scientifically based rationale for recommending or advising against dietary supplements. - Guidelines for understanding pet food formulations and health claims differentiate between'market-speak'and actual clinical benefits for patients, with practice advice for evaluating and selecting appropriate foods.

Home-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets, Second Edition provides an introduction to nutrition of the healthy dog and cat and an extensive discussion of medical disorders that can be managed in part through diet. Presenting easy-to-follow recipes that can be prepared at home, this new edition of Donald Strombeck's classic handbook has been completely rewritten by new author Patricia A. Schenck to reflect the latest nutritional recommendations based on current research. New chapter topics include feeding the puppy and kitten; feeding the pregnant or lactating dog or cat; feeding the senior pet; feeding the performance dog; and the role of diet in pets with cancer. Diets are now listed together in a cookbook style for ease of use, and recipes are adjustable for any size dog or cat, allowing exact nutritional values to be calculated. Nutrient content for protein, fat, carbohydrate, and fiber have been provided for every diet, along with the nutrient density. A companion website features downloadable spreadsheets with complete nutritional breakdowns for each recipe. Useful for both veterinarians and pet owners alike, Home-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets, Second Edition is a unique handbook written by an expert in the field providing an introduction to the nutritional management of dogs and cats with easy-to-use recipes for home-prepared diets. Clarification: Calcium Carbonate We've had some questions from readers regarding the use of the term “calcium carbonate,” which is listed as an ingredient in a number of the diets found in this book, and therefore wanted to clarify what is meant by this ingredient. Baking soda comes in two forms: sodium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate. The sodium bicarbonate version is widely available as “baking soda” and is commonly used in baking, but none of the recipes in this book use it as an ingredient. The calcium carbonate version of baking soda is sometimes sold as “baking soda substitute” and sometimes referred to as simply “baking soda.” To avoid confusing sodium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate, any time the calcium carbonate type of baking soda has been used in a diet in this book, the ingredient includes the specific term “calcium carbonate.” There are several manufacturers of calcium carbonate baking soda; for example, Amazon carries the Ener-G Foods product baking soda substitute. Calcium carbonate can also be sold for garden use, which is non-food-grade, so to avoid the use of the garden product in foods, the term “baking soda” was used in this book instead to indicate that readers should be sure to select a food-appropriate ingredient.

•••The first guide to both raw feeding and healthy homecooked meals for dogs.In the whirlwind of information about local, organic, and whole foods, it's easy to forget that our canine companions can also benefit from—and deserve—a more natural and nurturing diet. Preparing Fido's food at home may seem daunting, but it's really not, says Lew Olson in Raw & Natural Nutrition for Dogs. Olson discusses canine nutritional needs and explains the research on how home-prepared foods, particularly raw foods, can meet pets'needs better than commercial, processed dog food. Step-by-step instructions and recipes make preparation easy. The book includes charts with the recipes, instructions on keeping diets simple and balanced, guidelines on preparation, suggestions for finding ingredients, and how much to feed a dog by body weight. There are recipes for healthy adult dogs as well as guidelines for puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with health conditions including pancreatitis, renal problems, gastric issues, allergies, heart disease, liver disease, and cancer. Pet owners seeking to give their dogs a better coat, better skin, and healthier teeth and gums, as well as longer lives and more stable temperaments, are sure to welcome this book.From the Trade Paperback edition.

Human nutrition expert and author of the critically acclaimed What to Eat, Marion Nestle, Ph.D., M.P.H., has joined forces with Malden C. Nesheim, Ph.D., a Cornell animal nutrition expert, to write Feed Your Pet Right, the first complete, research-based guide to selecting the best, most healthful foods for your cat or dog.Human nutrition expert and author of the critically acclaimed What to Eat, Marion Nestle, Ph.D., M.P.H., has joined forces with Malden C. Nesheim, Ph.D., a Cornell animal nutrition expert, to write Feed Your Pet Right, the first complete, research-based guide to selecting the best, most healthful foods for your cat or dog. A comprehensive and objective look at the science behind pet food, it tells a fascinating story while evaluating the range of products available and examining the booming pet food industry and its marketing practices. Drs. Nestle and Nesheim also present the results of their unique research into this sometimes secretive industry. Through conversations with pet food manufacturers and firsthand observations, they reveal how some companies have refused to answer questions or permit visits. The authors also analyze food products, basic ingredients, sources of ingredients, and the optimal ways to feed companion animals. In this engaging narrative, they explain how ethical considerations affect pet food research and product development, how pet foods are regulated, and how companies influence veterinary training and advice. They conclude with specific recommendations for pet owners, the pet food industry, and regulators. A road map to the most nutritious diets for cats and dogs, Feed Your Pet Right is sure to be a reference classic to which all pet owners will turn for years to come.

The 2007 pet food recalls followed a multitude of pets getting sick and dying from contaminated food; now pet owners must take charge of what they feed their dogs and cats. With The Ultimate Pet Food Guide, veteran dog trainer, behaviorist, and author Liz Palika focuses on nutritional needs and covers every type of feeding, including controversial raw diets, homemade cooked food, and commercial foods. Palika also addresses introducing new foods; what “human foods” pets shouldn't eat; free-feeding; responsibility for food safety; where ingredients come from; and red flags in ingredients. Included are over fifty veterinarian- and pet-nutritionist-approved recipes and diets tailored to special-needs pets, such as puppies/kittens and pregnant, older, overweight and/or more sedentary animals.

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 levelHow to modify your dog's diet to best meet seasonal needsNatural ways to keep your dog healthy throughout all stages of lifeHow to care for a dog in poor healthThe vaccine controversy—the pros, the cons and how to sort them out • Homeopathic remediesAlternative therapies, such as acupuncture, acupressure, aromatherapy, chiropractics and use of medicinal herbs

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In this updated second edition, the renowned author of The Vitamin Bible and his coauthor, Elizabeth Renaghan, focus on how a dog's body functions nutritionally. The authors discuss easy, flexible, and affordable ways to keep one's dog healthy, and elaborate on the different nutritional requirements of different breeds. They explain why each nutrient discussed is needed, and recommend size-appropriate amounts of them for dogs ranging from small to giant.

Winner of the DWAA Maxwell Award for 2006 Best Care and Health Book Learn about the special needs of your performance dog and how to meet them with a sound nutrition program. An excellent resource for determining what food is best for your dog to enhance working ability. Explains how to read dog food labels and select appropriate food for your dog. Written by a veterinatian who is a long-time breeder and musher. What reviewers are saying... PAWS IN REVIEW Active dogs competing in sports (or those engaging in the physical and mental demands of service work.) burn more calories and have different energy needs than companion dogs. Performance-dog owners who want to keep their canine athletes at peak health and fitness need to understand their dogs'special nutritional needs. Written by veterinarian, Performance Dog Nutrition covers the dog's digestive system, various commercial diets (there's little information on home-prepared diets) dog food labels and nutrient evaluation. Through it includes valuable information for all dog owners—like a very clear explanation of a dog's digestive process, reading a dog-food label, and determining ingredients'digestibility—this book is really intended for the owner of performance dogs. Each chapter highlights how its contents apply to performance dogs, with whole chapters devoted to how food is converted to energy, the importance of fats, and carbohydrate needs specific to performance dogs. There is also information on the importance of water (“the most essential nutrient to the performance dog”), on conditioning, and a chapter recognizing physical problems (and solutions) in performance dogs. The final two chapters'help readers apply what they've learned in the book. “Practical Label Examples” describes three performance dogs and how to determine if a diet is right for them, and “Performance Dog Case Examples” offers a quartet of anecdotal problems, and how they were treated. In addition, case studies from the author's veterinary practice are sprinkled throughout the book, as are beautiful black-and-white photographs of performance dogs of many breeds. Dr. Jacobs writes clearly and smoothly about a complicated topic that, in a different author's hands, might be snooze-inducing. If you have a performance dog and a keen interest in keeping your dog in tip-top shape, this is an essential addition to your library. Janine Adams MID-ATLANTIC BORDER COLLIE RESCUE It's hard enough to find an M.D. who appreciated the impact of nutrition on health; it's downright exciting to find a DVM actually writing a book on how nutrition affects canine sport performance. Dr. Jocelynn Jacobs is a breeder of Alaskan Malamutes and has won many titles and trophies, both in the obedience ring and in skijoring (cross country skiing behind a dog in harness). In this book she brings her understanding of canine physiology to the subject of nutrition and how it affects the performance of, well, “performance dogs.” The author also covers such valuable topics as how dog food is produced, the importance of particular vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids, ratios and sources of protein, carbohydrates, and fats, and various illnesses common to dogs. However, of less interest to the average dog owner but perhaps of greatest interest to those seeking to use nutrition to enhance athletic performance, are the more complicated section (some containing mathematical formulas!) on energy requirements, methods of energy production, nitrogen balance, and conditioning dogs for performance. The rarity of information that cannot easily be obtained elsewhere. Robin Eddington CANINE REVIEW I don't want to buy my dogs junk, but I also don't want to spend extra money paying for a company's ma

Ever since Kymythy Schultze's book Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats: The Ultimate Diet was published, she's been busily traveling around the world giving seminars and helping animal lovers enhance the well-being of their furry friends. Over and over, she's heard people say, “I should eat as well as my animals do!” Well, she wholeheartedly agrees! In this book, Kymythy, a clinical nutritionist and animal health instructor, bridges the gap between “pet food” and “people food.” The Natural Nutrition No-Cook Book will show you how to make easy recipes that you and your animal companions can enjoy together! Not only is this a delicious recipe book, but it's an invaluable health and nutrition guide as well. So let your child have lunch with the family cat, and feel good about sharing your late-night munchies with your dog—all the recipes in this book are good for every member of your family—and all the animal lovers in your life!

Dogs are a part of nearly 40 percent of United States households. With this in mind, author Linda P. Case has written the definitive textbook on dogs and their care. Completely updated and revised, the second edition of The Dog covers four areas of compelling interest: the bond between dogs and humans, canine behavior, canine health and disease, and canine nutrition. Aiming to enhance the human-dog bond, author Case uses clear, understandable writing to explain selective breeding, training principles, solution to common behavior problems, diet and nutrition, and preventative health care. Case liberally uses distinctive figures and tables, current references plus suggested readings, and a thorough glossary to aid in comprehension. More in-depth that most dog books, The Dog will prove to be an indispensable tool for undergraduate companion animal courses, veterinary technician courses, and dog care/training courses. In addition, it will serve as a valuable resource for professional breeders, trainers, exhibitors, and veterinary clinicians.

“In these pages, Kymythy Schultze has provided an excellent nutritiona ltext to help us build a healthier life for our animal friends.” — Stephen R. Blake, D.V.M.There are an estimated 60 million dogs and 70 million cats living as beloved companions in the USA alone, and feeding pets is a multi-billion-dollar business. A significant proportion of pet owners are now turning to holistic health care to prevent disease and enhance their pets'well-being. The foundation of holistic care is optimal nutrition. Our own doctors extol the virtues of eating fewer processed foods and adding more fresh foods to our diet if we wish to enjoy good health. Certainly, our dogs and cats deserve the same consideration! In this reader-friendly book, author Kymythy R. Schultze shows you how a species-appropriate diet of raw, natural foods can lead to an enhanced quality of life for your pet.You'll learn how to easily prepare a nutritious homemade meal, which can help your pet develop a shiny coat, healthy skin and digestion, clean teeth, bright eyes—and also reduce flea problems and bad breath. If you love your pet, Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats is an invaluable book that you'll want to keep handy at all times!