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Natural Pet Cures: Dog and Cat Care the Natural Way
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Natural Pet Cures: Dog and Cat Care the Natural Way
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by John Heinerman
Sales Rank : 298122
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Hardcover: 342 pages
Publisher: Prentice Hall July 1998
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0132584840
ISBN-13: 978-0132584845
Product Dimensions:
9.3 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
From Library Journal
Heinerman, the author of nine books on health (e.g., Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Herbs and Spices, Prentice Hall, 1995), capitalizes on the recent resurgence of interest among pet owners in the holistic and homeopathic treatment of disease. While he is a renowned medical anthropologist and expert on the healing properties of plants, Heinerman is not a veterinarian, and he quotes at length from authorities like Richard Pitcairn (Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats, Rodale, 1995). There are glaring mistakes in the text ranging from the trivial (Lassie was a Rough Collie, not a Border Collie) to the serious (diethylcarbamazine is a preventative for heartworm, not a cure?if given to a dog with heartworms, it could kill). Heinerman does not believe in spaying or neutering since it "deprives animalsof the emotional joys associated with giving birth and parenting," but he fails to address the health benefits of those procedures or the fate of unwanted offspring. If your library needs a book on alternative veterinary care, purchase Pitcairn. Not recommended.?Florence Scarinci, Nassau Community Coll. Lib., Garden City, NY
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Book Description
The bestselling author of Nature's Super 7 Medicines and Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Juices returns with the ultimate guide to holistic health care for pets.
People naturally want the best treatment for their pets, and "natural" and "best" is what they'll find in this user-friendly reference to alternative remedies for dogs and cats. Your Healthy Pet contains expert treatments for over 100 common health problems, plus commonsense tips on resolving common behavior issues and keeping pets in shape. Easy-to-prepare remedies are provided for safe, gentle, and effective relief of ailments, including:
Arthritis
Anemia
Constipation
Coughing
Ear infections
Flea problems
Skin rashes
Weight loss
Yeast infections
With solid, reassuring advice pet owners can trust, Your Healthy Pet is a superb basic-care reference that belongs in every pet-loving home.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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