The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care


Book Description

Celeste Yarnall’s time-tested natural and holistic expertise gives cat owners insight into natural alternatives in food, medication, alternative therapies, and healing practices, improving the lives of feline friends and well as their caregivers. With Dr. Jean Hofve, the esteemed holistic veterinarian, she explores nutrition as preventative medicine, vitamin and mineral supplements, herbal remedies, homeopathic treatments, and groundbreaking anti-aging modalities never before published in a pet care guide. The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care also includes a complete bibliography and a list of suppliers of holistic remedies and services. As with all other pet health guides, it is a comprehensive resource intended to complement veterinary care, not replace it.




Heal Your Cat the Natural Way


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In recent years more and more people have been turning to alternative or complementary therapies, both for their own healthcare and for that of their pets. For many, natural remedies that work in harmony with the body's systems are the first choice to cure a range of ailments. Cats, just like people, suffer from the side effects that can result from the overuse of heavy synthetic drugs and invasive procedures.




Purr-fect Recipes for a Healthy Cat


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Every cat deserves the best possible food in their diet, but knowing exactly what cat food and treats are best can be hard - especially with limited nutritional information for many brands and so many of those brands to choose from. For these reasons, many people have turned to creating their own cat food, using naturally healthy recipes and foods over which every cat will salivate. This book has been carefully researched and compiled to provide you and your cat more than 100 healthy recipes that will help your cat live the best possible lifestyle. You will learn how to recognize the nutritional needs of your cats, including what good health entails in their lives and how to change their diet accordingly depending on their exact breed. You will learn what various normal cat foods contain and which nutritional necessities they meet or do not meet accordingly. You will then learn what artificial preservatives might currently be in your cats food and what that can do to them. Dietary experts for pets and cats in particular have been interviewed and their insights have been included in this book to provide detailed information on how to best feed your cats at home. You will learn how and where to buy what you need for your cats new diet and how to slowly and effectively make the change without disrupting their health. Finally, you will learn more than 100 different recipes, with specific tips in each one for ensuring your cats utter and complete health both in their everyday meals and in the special treats you may give them. This book, for anyone who has considered the importance of their cats dietary health, is ideal for starting down the path to your own home made foods. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.




The Holistic Cat


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Written in an accessible and engaging style for both seasoned cat lovers and first-time owners, The Holistic Cat focuses on disease prevention and provides specific tips for raising a cat in a healthy, safe environment. Author Jennifer Coscia combines many years of experience as a nutritional consultant and as the owner of an animal rescue adoption organization to cover a range of topics including nutrition, conventional vs. holistic healthcare and the use of complementary veterinary care, indoor vs. outdoor cats, vaccine-related illnesses, household and outdoor hazards, disease-specific advice, and how to make suitable arrangements for care while traveling and moving. Coscia also explores how overuse of vaccines and drugs in veterinary care, along with chemicals and contaminants in pet foods and the water supply, have radically increased disease in cats. The Holistic Cat contains inspiring first-person rescue stories complemented by vibrant photographs. This indispensable resource teaches a new approach to feline health and is also a valuable guide for veterinary students who want to learn about using alternative modalities to treat these extraordinary creatures.




Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats


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2000 Winner, Better Health for Life Award, Cat Writer's Association (CWA) When it comes to your dog's or your cat's health, you want the best health care available. But did you know that conventional medicine is not the only answer, or even the best answer? Inside you'll learn from a respected veterinarian how the therapeutic wonders of natural medicine can benefit your dog or cat. This comprehensive guide discusses more than 40 common conditions or diseases that can affect your pet and how they can be treated or improved with natural medicine. Easy to understand and use, with cross-references between conditions and treatments, this informative resource includes: ·An A-Z guide to common health conditions ·An A-Z guide to herbs, vitamins, and supplements ·Dietary recommendations for specific health concerns ·Proven complementary therapies for your pet ·And much, much more! Do your pet a great favor—add this complete reference to your library. You'll both be glad you did. Inside, natural treatments for: ·Allergies ·Obesity ·Cancer ·Kidney Disease ·Arthritis ·Heart Disease ·Feline Leukemia ·Dental Disease ·Ear Infections ·And many more common conditions "Incredibly well thought-out and organized. This bible will serve as an excellent reference for veterinarians and pet owners alike." —L. Phillips Brown, D.V.M., product manager, Inter-Cal Nutraceuticals "A concise overview of common animal conditions and available complementary therapies that will help readers ensure their pets and patients receive the best treatment." —Myrna Milani, D.V.M., author, Preparing for the Loss of Your Pet "This bible is a 'new testament' that may help pet caregivers heal their sick pets." —Alice Villalobos, D.V.M.




Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats (4th Edition)


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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. The Pitcairns also discuss behavior issues, general nutrition, and a more humane approach to caring for pets. The Pitcairns have long been the trusted name in holistic veterinary care and continue to be at the forefront of natural pet health. Written with the same compassion and conviction, the fourth edition of Natural Health for Dogs & Cats will help you give your beloved animals the healthiest, happiest life.




The Natural Remedy Book for Dogs and Cats


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A delightful and informative guide to the use of nutrition, vitamins, minerals, massage, herbs and homoeopathy to support your pet shealth and vitality.




The New Natural Cat


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Here is the definitive handbook for concerned cat lovers everywhere, now thoroughly revised and updated with an all-new health encyclopedia. Offers basic tips on choosing a vet, dealing with litter box problems, selecting a scratching post, proper grooming and diet, caring for sick cats, and much more. 20 line drawings.




Natural Healing for Dogs and Cats


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This invaluable resource tells how to use nutrition, minerals, massage, herbs, homeopathy, acupuncture, acupressure, flower essences, and psychic healing for optimal health. Meticulously researched. Fully illustrated. Comprehensive guide to holistic healing methods. Extensive resource directory. Effective ways to reduce veterinary costs.




Natural Nutrition for Cats


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Cats rule and dogs drool! Thats right cats have surpassed dogs as Americas favorite pets. If you share your heart and home with a cat, then youve been drawn to this book because youre ready for the revolutionary information contained inside. Kymythy R. Schultzes wildly popular species-appropriate diet for cats has already improved the lives of literally thousands of feline friends and is endorsed by veterinarians worldwide. In this newly updated easy-to-understand work, Kymythy exposes the pitfalls of the pet-food industry and shares her extensive knowledge of proper nutrition so your cat can live a long, healthy, and happy life. This book is a must-read for all cat-lovers!