Fresh Food And Ancient Wisdom Preparing Healthy And Balanced Meals For Your Dogs

As health-oriented people incorporate organic and natural foods into their meal-planning, why not do the same for our beloved dogs?

As health-oriented people incorporate organic and natural foods into their meal-planning, why not do the same for our beloved dogs?It is widely known that changes in diet, exercise, and lifestyle can improve the quality of human life. Many people today are incorporating organic and natural foods into their diet and are aware of the healing properties of foods. Why treat our dogs differently?In Fresh Food and Ancient Wisdom, longtime veterinarian Ihor John Basko offers a simple guide to improving your dog's health and happiness through balanced diets filled with natural, organic, and fresh ingredients. With more than 35 years of study in animal nutrition and Traditional Eastern Asian Medicine, Dr. Basko is an expert in the area of dog nutrition.Fresh Food and Ancient Wisdom, filled with easy-to-make recipes for all types of dogs in all stages of life, explains why diet change is one of the most important gestures we can make for our pets. Dr. Basko addresses the needs of dogs with specific problems by creating supportive diets through the use of ''healing foods'' based on Traditional Eastern Medicine food therapy.

This book explores the social and cultural constructions and debates of what are dogs and what is leisure. It looks at how working dogs play a significant role in leisure experiences such as ensuring the safety of air transport, and considers the differing roles and changing acceptance of dogs’ involvement in sport. Within the setting of the animal welfare and sentience debates, it examines the leisure needs of dogs and their owners. Providing an original contribution to our understanding of dogs as both participants and objects in the leisure experience, this book is a useful resource for researchers in leisure, hospitality and tourism.

This must-have cookbook for dog owners features over 300 nutritionally balanced fresh dog food recipes. Written by a veterinarian who is also a culinary school graduate, 300 Dog Food Recipes shows how fresh ingredients cooked and measured per each meal will produce the healthiest diet for any size dog. The book includes cooking instructions, snacks, and feeding guides, as well as information on feeding dogs with illnesses. After practicing veterinary medicine for over forty years, Dr. Amy Cousino wrote this book because she has seen thousands of dogs that were malnourished due to a diet of eating only processed dog foods. She has counseled pet owners about their dogs' diets, inspiring a fresh food regimen. Balancing the proteins and carbohydrates in foods and converting them to cooking measurements allows dog owners to make their own fresh food confidently. "I think this cookbook will be a revelation for dog owners when they see that a board-certified veterinary nutritionist is not needed to feed a dog, and how inexpensive and easy the recipes are. The improvement in their dogs' health will be rewarded by more years of companionship." - Dr. Amy Cousino For your dog's sake, buy this cookbook today! About the Author: A graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University, Dr. Amy Cousino is a retired veterinarian from Traverse City, Michigan. She also completed culinary school in Vero Beach, Florida. Her previous book is How To Cook For Your Pet.

The definitive guide to feeding your dog a balanced and nutritious raw and home-cooked diet, from the founder of a natural pets product company with over thirty years of experience working with dogs. Many people want to prepare their dog's meals at home, but feel it is too complex. Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs provides a road map to the essentials of canine nutrition, written in easy-to-understand language. Pet owners seeking to give their dogs a better coat, better skin, and healthier teeth and gums, as well as longer lives and more stable temperaments, will benefit not only from the background data in this book, but also the step-by-step instructions and recipes for preparing these diets. The book includes charts with the recipes, instructions on keeping diets simple and balanced, guidelines on preparation, suggestions for finding ingredients, and how much to feed a dog by body weight. There are recipes for healthy adult dogs, as well as guidelines for puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with health conditions including pancreatitis, renal problems, gastric issues, allergies, heart disease, liver disease, and cancer. Tracing the history of feeding dogs, the author shows when commercial dog food rose and took hold of the market. She discusses canine nutritional needs and provides research on how home-prepared foods can meet pets' needs better than commercial, processed dog food. Written with thorough information for the seasoned raw feeder, this guide can also be easily followed by any newcomer to home-feeding. This revised edition includes new information on special care and feeding of pregnant, newborn, performance, and toy breed dogs as well as senior dog considerations and the safety of the raw food diet for dogs. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Do you want to feed your furry best friend in a healthy and sustainable manner? Are you tired of reading scary dog food recalls that are putting your pets health at risk? Do you just want a simple solution that puts you in control, and allows for your dog to live a happier and healthier life? Then keep reading... When stepping into a grocery store or pet shop you are greeted with aisles and walls of different pet food options. All these bright colored packages of dry and wet foods creatively marketed to get your attention... unfortunately, most of these options are not necessarily the best and healthiest for your dog. Just as humans have switched from healthy, natural and traditional diets to processed and mass-produced foods, we have made the same choices on behalf of our dogs. We are feeding our dogs the same "fast food" day in and day out, and this limits their nutritional intake. Just as people need variety in their diet, so do dogs. After all, wouldn't you get tired of having spaghetti as your only meal for years on end? Luckily, there is a better way that is both simple and effective... a fresh food diet (either store-bought or homemade). Instead of eating biologically inappropriate foods full of questionable meat sources and additives that can cause health problems, your pup can enjoy simple freshly cooked meals. You might be wondering... won't this homemade cooking take a long time? Or isn't this more expensive than buying a bag of food at my local store? This book will guide you through the entire process and you will find preparing healthy food for your dog is easier and less expensive than you think. Here's just a tiny bit of what you'll discover inside our 'Dog Nutrition & Cookbook' The problems with commercial pet foods (these facts will shock and surprise you). The 7 major nutrients dogs need in their diet. How much should your dog eat? Do you own a puppy or a senior dog? A large breed or a small guy or gal? They all have a different set of nutritional demands, and it's all covered inside. 25 foods dogs should steer clear of at all costs. More than 17 'PAWsitively' delicious meal recipes and 5 treat recipes that your dog will love and are guaranteed to spoil her/him with nutritional goodness. An easy to follow and prepare 2 week meal plan that will save you time and money. How to properly read a dog food label and understand what's really inside your dogs food. How to make mealtime positive and even more effective with simple training tricks. ... and much, much more. This is a great book for those looking to get more information on dog nutrition and keeping their dogs healthy. There is a lot of conflicting and overwhelming information out there. This guide simplifies the process and silences the noise. Ready to get started and find out more? It's as easy as scrolling up and tapping "Buy Now".

Dogs Deserve Home-Cooked Meals: A Comprehensive Look at Planning and Preparing Homemade Dog Food, is the ultimate guide to making delicious and nutritious meals for your furry friend. This book offers a comprehensive look at the benefits of homemade dog food, as well as a variety of recipes and meal ideas for dogs at different life stages. From planning and preparation to incorporating fresh fruits and vegetables, this book covers everything you need to know to make healthy and delicious meals for your dog. With easy-to-follow instructions and a wide range of recipes, this cookbook is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks. Whether you're looking to incorporate more fresh ingredients into your dog's diet or want to learn more about the nutritional needs of dogs at different life stages, this book has everything you need to know to make healthy and delicious homemade dog food. In addition to recipes, the book also includes information on tools and equipment needed for making homemade dog food, safety guidelines for handling and storing the food, and tips for incorporating homemade dog food into your dog's diet. So, whether you're looking to improve the health and wellbeing of your furry friend or simply want to try something new in the kitchen, Dogs Deserve Home-Cooked Meals: A Comprehensive Look at Planning and Preparing Homemade Dog Food is the perfect guide to making delicious and nutritious meals for your dog. It is a perfect reference for dog owners who want to provide the best for their pets, veterinarians and pet nutritionists who want to provide their clients with more information on homemade dog food, animal science students and researchers. This book is the ultimate guide to making homemade dog food for your furry companion. It provides detailed information on how to plan and prepare healthy, nutritious meals for your dog using whole food ingredients. The book covers everything from understanding the nutritional needs of dogs at different life stages, to selecting high-quality ingredients and portioning meals correctly. With over 30 homemade dog food recipes, including options for special diets, this book is a valuable resource for any dog owner looking to improve their pet's diet. Key topics include consulting with veterinarians or canine nutritionists, being mindful of food safety, and monitoring your dog's health. With a focus on using whole food ingredients, this dog food guide is a must-have for any pet owner looking to improve their dog's diet. So, it's a perfect fit for dog owners who are looking for a comprehensive guide on homemade dog food.

The "Natural Dog Food" method provides your dog with healthy, balanced meals based on the diet followed by wolves and wild dogs. The domestic dog still has the same food requirements as his wild ancestors: unlike external appearance, his digestive system has not changed over thousands of years of domestication. As a result, meat is still the most important ingredient in a dog’s meal. This is enhanced by pureed vegetables, fruit, herbs, and other supplementary foods. The "Natural Dog Food" method is easy to implement and enables you to establish a healthy and beneficial diet for your dog with individual meal plans. Even in cases of illness, your dog will be well looked after with "Natural Dog Food", as health problems can be counteracted quickly and simply. "Natural Dog Food" gives interested dog owners the opportunity to provide their dogs with healthy, natural, and species-appropriate food. This reference book supplies the know-how required to prepare a healthy meal for your pet. All topics linked to the Natural Dog Food diet are comprehensively covered, from arthrosis to time management.