Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats (4th Edition) Paperback - 2017
by Pitcairn, Richard H
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Thousands of pet owners have already discovered Dr. Pitcairn's natural approach to pet nutrition. This edition of his unique pet-care guide covers every facet of animal treatment and nutrition, including protection from environmental health hazards, and treatment for disease. Illustrations.
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- Title Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats (4th Edition)
- Author Pitcairn, Richard H
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Paperback
- Condition Used - Good
- Pages 512
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Rodale Books
- Date 2017
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
- Bookseller's Inventory # 1623367557.G
- ISBN 9781623367558 / 1623367557
- Weight 2 lbs (0.91 kg)
- Dimensions 9.1 x 7.5 x 1.3 in (23.11 x 19.05 x 3.30 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects Dogs, Cats
- Dewey Decimal Code 636.708
About Bonita California, United States
From the rear cover
"Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats"
Second Edition
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.
