Dog Health Care

For centuries, the dietary needs of dogs were a secondary consideration. Our loyal companions, domesticated from wolves, lived on scraps from human meals, whatever was available and convenient at the time. In rural communities, a dog’s diet might have included leftovers, bones, and whatever they could scavenge. There was little thought given to balancing nutrients, matching caloric needs to activity levels, or preventing diet-related diseases. The invention of commercial dog food in the mid-19th century marked a pivotal shift.

From the moment pets come into our lives, we know the day will arrive when we have to say farewell. Still, we are never emotionally prepared for the last adieu. In Goodbye, Friend, Gary Kowalski takes you on a journey of healing, offering warmth and sound advice on how to cope with the death of your pet.

Elevate Your Dog’s Well-Being with Balanced, Holistic Care. Your dog isn’t just a pet, they’re a beloved member of your family, deserving of a life filled with health, happiness, and vitality. In The Holistic Dog Blueprint – Transform Your Dog's Life Through Holistic Care, discover how a natural, well-rounded approach to your dog’s care can make all the difference. Whether you're a first-time dog parent or a seasoned pet owner, this comprehensive guide empowers you to nurture every aspect of your dog’s well-being. Drawing on expert insights, practical advice, and science-backed ...

This book explores the fascinating science of operant conditioning, where science and dog training meet. How Dogs Learn discusses the basic principles of behavior and how they can be used to teach your dog new skills, diagnose problems, and eliminate unwanted behaviors. It's for anyone who wants to better understand the learning process in dogs. Every concept is laid out clearly and precisely, and its relevance to your dog and how you train is explained.

How Dogs Love Us answers the age-old question of dog lovers everywhere and offers profound new evidence that dogs should be treated as we would treat our best human friends: with love, respect, and appreciation for their social and emotional intelligence.

Dale was still a baby when his parents realised that something wasn't right. Worried, his mother Nuala took him to see several doctors, before finally hearing the word 'autism' for the first time. Dale's autism was severe and violent and family life was a daily battleground. But the Gardner's lives were transformed when they welcomed a gorgeous golden retriever into the family.

Natural healing for pets has emerged into the mainstream - veterinarians across the nation are now providing acupuncture, chiropractic, and other alternative methods. With Energy Healing for Animals, acclaimed animal communicator Joan Ranquet offers an essential guide for anyone seeking to enhance their pet's health, longevity, and quality of life - and deepen their bond with a beloved companion.

Jon Katz is the New York Times best-selling author of numerous nonfiction tales of man's best friend. Here he presents the story of two dogs that profoundly affected his life and work. Skittish border collie Izzy pushes him into rewarding work with Hospice. And black lab Lenore's gentle spirit helps remind him why he wanted to work with animals in the first place.

Learn Everything You Need to Know about Training Your Dog! - BONUS INCLUDED Updated and Expanded 2nd Edition on April 5th, 2016 Read this book for FREE on Kindle Unlimited! Do you have a new puppy? Is it time to help it learn to behave properly? Do you need some advice to help you get started? Dogs: Exact Blueprint for a Happy, Healthy, and Trained Dog - Dog Training, Puppy Training & Dog Care will lead you through all of the Pup Training Prerequisites, such as collars, leashes, and treats. You’ll learn about the crate, bedding, and fencing you need, as well as pee sprays and teething ...

John Homans adopted his dog, Stella, from a shelter for all the usual reasons: fond memories of dogs from his past, a companion for his son, an excuse for long walks around the neighborhood. Soon enough, she is happily ensconced in the daily workings of his family. And not only that: Stella is treated like a family member - in ways that dogs of his youth were not. Spending humanlike sums on vet bills, questioning her diet and exercise regimens, contemplating her happiness - how had this all come to pass, when the dogs from Homans's childhood seemed quite content living mostly out in the yard?

The year is 1925. It is sixty degrees below zero. The wind sweeps tons of snow over the deep-frozen Alaskan landscape. The nearest railhead is seven hundred miles away. Airplanes cannot fly. The way to Nome is blocked by a treacherous frozen sound, an icebound port, and mountains to the west. But there is a diphtheria epidemic in Nome. The children need serum from the outside world if they are to survive. Their only hope is a few chosen Eskimo drivers and their teams of dogs.

Escaping from a wretched existence on a rundown farm, a young Spanish water dog goes on the quest of a lifetime, in search of a family to love her and a place to call home. Follow Kat the dog as she tells her heart-warming and uplifting story. The little dog with a big heart who journeyed through fear and starvation to find her forever home.

An essential companion to your lovable Dachshund, this guide covers everything you should know about Dachshunds, from buying a new puppy to dealing with old age and how best to look after your precious dog.

Doesn't Your Dog Deserve a Long, Happy and Healthy Life? Before your dog can be the lifelong companion you have always dreamed he would be it is important to prepare both yourself and him for a life of health and well-being. It is important to understand that caring for your dog is not a one-step or one-day process. Caring for your dog is a lifelong commitment and an investment in time, money, energy, patience, and love. The time and effort you invest in properly caring for your dog will reward you both with a strong, loving, lifetime relationship…and that is priceless! This book focuses ...

Chaser has a way with words. She knows over a thousand of them—more than any other animal of any species except humans. In addition to common nouns like house, ball, and tree, she has memorized the names of more than one thousand toys and can retrieve any of them on command. Based on that learning, she and her owner and trainer, retired psychologist John Pilley, have moved on to further impressive feats, demonstrating her ability to understand sentences with multiple elements of grammar and to learn new behaviors by imitation.

Discover the ultimate guide to giving your furry friend the best care possible with The Complete Guide to French Bulldog Care. This comprehensive guide covers everything from breed characteristics and finding the right breeder to nutrition, grooming, and even coping with the loss of your beloved companion. With years of experience in taking care of French Bulldogs, this guide is the ultimate tool for any current or future owner. Chapters cover all aspects of French Bulldog care, starting with crucial information on breed behavior and how to find a reputable breeder. From there, the guide ...

Meet Hola. She’s a nightmare, but it’s not her fault if she tackles strangers and chews on furniture, or if she runs after buses and fried chicken containers and drug dealers. No one ever told her not to. Worse yet, she scares her family. Hola may be the most beautiful Bernese mountain dog in the world, but she’s never been trained - at least, not by anyone who knew what he was doing.

Unleash Your German Shepherd's Full Potential: The Ultimate Guide to Training, Behavior & a Lifelong Bond Are you the proud owner of a German Shepherd puppy, gazing into those intelligent eyes, dreaming of a loyal, well-behaved companion? Or perhaps you're seeking to transform a challenging adolescent or adult German Shepherd into the calm, confident partner you know they can be? Look no further. "The German Shepherd Training Handbook: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Raising a Well-Behaved and Loyal Companion" is your comprehensive, veterinarian-approved roadmap to success. Written by a seasoned...

Luis' first book sparked a national conversation about service dogs and PTSD. In this spectacular new memoir, he and Tuesday bring their healing mission to the next level, showing how these beautifully trained animals can assist soldiers, veterans, and many others with disabilities. Rescuing a forgotten Tuskegee airman. Battling obstinate VA bureaucrats. Delivering solace to troubled war heroes and their families. Everywhere these two go, they highlight the miraculous talents of service dogs.

You will literally find this book jam packed full of useful quotes giving clear advice and secret tips from the world’s best Goldendoodle breeders who have hundreds of years of experience in caring for Goldendoodles.