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Dogs enrich our lives, and in turn we would like to give our dogs the best quality of life that we can. Following Aristotle's formulation of the Good Life-feeling good, being good, and doing good-Dr. Harris weaves together anecdotes and observations from his forty years in veterinary practice with current scientific discoveries in medicine, behavior, nutrition, and exercise to reveal how lifestyle determines the health and happiness of our canine...
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1 videodisc (160 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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By the end of the program you will be informed and ready to go out and get the dog you've been thinking about getting or alter your habits and strategies with your current dog. It is never too late to learn about your dog's health and well being. Become an informed consumer, know about your dogs health care needs, understand training and behavior modification, be prepared in case of an emergency with pet CPR and first aid.
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128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 22 cm
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50 tasty, nutritious, and easy-to-make recipes, all developed with the help of a vet and nutritionist, with tips throughout on cooking recipes in batches to save time, maximizing pantry ingredients, and more.
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
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Español
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Presenta veterinarios y lo que hacen a través de la historia de un muchacho que lleva su perro para un chequeo.
Vets save animals lives every day! This book follows a narrator as they bring their dog to the vet. The narrator watches the vet check the dogs weight, heart, and fur, among other things. Readers will love the colorful illustrations and exciting text about a trip to the vet. Emerging readers, as well as younger listeners, will learn about...
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452 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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When Ted Kerasote was ready for a new dog after losing his beloved Merle -- who died, as all our dogs do, too soon -- he knew that he would want to give his puppy the longest life possible. But how? Combining cutting-edge research with an adventurous narrative, Kerasote offers answers that will surprise you. He provides vital new information on whether a purebred can be as healthy as a mixed-breed, whether you should say no to yearly vaccines and...
11) Dog obsessed: the Honest Kitchen's complete guide to a happier, healthier life for the pup you love
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xvii, 238 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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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 recipes (plus celebratory party fare and wine pairings for you!), Dog Obsessed is the definitive...
12) Pit bulls
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x, 243 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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"No breed of dog is the subject of more extreme feelings -- good and bad -- than the Pit Bull. Man-eating monster or heroic nanny dog: What's the real story? Are Pit Bulls the very best breed for kids? (Not always.) Is it all how you raise them? (Not totally.) Will they lick you to death? (Absolutely!) This book shows you how to raise, train and care for one of the most loyal and affectionate breeds on the planet. Learn the best places to buy or adopt...
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224 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm
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A complete and comprehensive guide to health care for cats and dogs, providing invaluable advice on essential aspects of care, such as diet and vaccinations, as well as a guide to holistic treatments. The first part of the book describes the main lifestyle choices every dog and cat owner makes, whether or not they are aware of them: settling in a new puppy or kitten, vaccination, neutering, diet, finding the right veterinarian, and caring for the...
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160 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
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The Ultimate Guide to Total Pet Wellness. Enrich and extend your dog's life with this all-in-one guide to holistic pet health from the trusted creators of The BK Pets, Bryce and Kenzie Francois. Under their expert guidance, you'll learn: How to safely feed a homemade diet to optimize your dog's nutritional intake and cut harmful, processed ingredients from their diet; Easy-to-implement feeding routines based on the weight of your dog; How to make...
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xxv, 399 pages ; 23 cm
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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,...
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xi, 500 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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"For more than 30 years, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats has been the go-to resource for health-conscious animal lovers. This fourth edition is updated with the latest information in natural pet health, including groundbreaking research on the benefits of vegan diets for pets, as well as nutritionally complete recipes to give your pets optimal health that you can also enjoy, making home prepared diets easier than ever....
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xxiii, 433 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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"A ground-breaking book to help dogs live healthier and longer lives. When Rodney Habib's dog, Sam, was diagnosed with cancer in 2013, it sent him on a mission to save her life. At the age of five, Sam was given only six months to live. Her plight inspired Rodney to travel the world, looking for innovative ways to arrest the progression of the disease. In his quest to save Sam, he met world-renowned veterinarian Karen Becker, a proactive pet health...
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