Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats
Now completely updated and revised, this is an expanded edition of the classic natural pet-care book by veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Pitcairn– both renowned specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment and natural healing for pets. Written with the warmth and compassion that have won the Pitcairns a nationwide following, this guide will help you select the most compatible dog or cat for your own lifestyle– and show you how to provide the very best in companionship, healing, nutrition and lifelong care. Since its publication more than a decade ago, the Pitcairns’ book has become the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats.
A comprehensive, thorough reference, this pet-lover’s companion will tell you:
* How to choose a healthy animal
* Dozens of recipes for delicious, economical, healthful pet food– with completely updated tables, charts and nutritional guidelines
* How to give your pet a checkup
* What’s really in pet foods– and which ones to avoid to ensure your pet’s best health
* Special diets for special pets
* A guide to handling emergencies that includes techniques for external heart massage, artificial respiration and control of bleeding
PLUS:
An in-depth, alphabetical “Quick Reference” section that gives specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of animal diseases and disorders– from abscesses, allergies and behavior problems to vaccination risks, weight problems and worms. The Pitcairns’ approach is drug-free and holistic– with special attention to homeopathic and alternative remedies and treatments.
A classic natural pet-care book from two celebrated veterinary specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment, and natural healing for pets, Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats offers valuable natural and holistic advice on a host of pet topics, including, but not limited to, diet, exercise, environment, coping with a pet’s death, and how to care for a sick animal. In addition to their thorough discussion of the above, Richard Pitcairn, D.V.M., and his wife, Susan Hubble Pitcairn, M.S., offer a comprehensive “quick reference” section on animal illnesses, organized alphabetically and including a brief description of each illness, preventative measures that may be taken, and holistic and natural treatment options for both dogs and cats–treatments that should always be discussed with one’s vet before being used. Occasional line drawings, informative graphs, and the Pitcairn’s intelligent prose make this guide a must-have for pet owners interested in a natural lifestyle for their pets.
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