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This book is an easy-to-read, basic and sensible book for any dog owner that wishes to gain a basic understanding of common
holistic health principles. A quick read (great for busy folks) that touts natural health, but the
information comes from both traditional veterinarians and those
practicing alternative health. 176 pages, paperback, color photos -
with lots of sidebars, comparison charts, decision-making guides and
extensive resources.
In this book, you'll learn about:
- Prevention: Helping our dogs live better, healthier, longer lives using natural alternatives
- What is health?
- What is disease?
- Health-care considerations: Choosing the care that is right for your dog and the best person to provide it
- Holistic care: From acupuncture to homeopathy
- Vaccines
- Check-ups: Health and age
- Food and nutrition
- Flea, tick and heartworm prevention
- Understanding natural remedies" From herbs to cod liver oil
- Traditional veterinary care: From medicine to surgery
- Be your dog's medical advocate
- Environmental toxins and natural solutions
- Breeds
- Breed-specific diseases
- Treatments for common diseases
About the authors
Jill Elliot, DVM, began her career practicing as a
conventional veterinarian immediately after graduating from Ross
University School of Veterinary Medicine. She pursued advanced training
in classical homeopathy for animals, studying with Richard Pitcairn,
DVM, as well as at the Orion School of Homeopathy in London, and the
Teleosis School of Homeopathy, in New York. Dr. Elliot has a full time
practice in New York City. She combines both conventional wisdom, and
homeopathic and holistic treatment for companion animals. Kim Bloomer
has worked with animals in a variety of pet professions, including
veterinary medicine, for over thirty years. Through challenges with her
own pets, Kim turned to natural pet care. Her passion is to help others
learn to care for their pets naturally.
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