Unlocking The Canine Ancestral Diet

Ancestors and canine cousins of our dogs didn't eat "krunchy kibble" or "meat 'n gravy in a can." They ate what they found or caught... and it wasn't cooked or "enriched" either! It was high in protein, with balanced fats, and usually included a few fruits, vegetables and grasses. Steve Brown, an expert on canine nutrition, shows how you can bring the benefits of the canine ancestral diet to your dog by feeding him differently as little as just one day a week. And no, you won't need to lead a pack of dogs on a hunting expedition! Just follow Steve's well-researched and easy to follow ABCs to make improvements to whatever your dog currently eats. BONUS! Raw food or home prepared feeders will learn how to balance nutrients more precisely, especially fats, for optimum health. A dog diet to get wild about! • Learn about the latest research on the importance of protein and healthy fats in your dog's diet. • Find out why commercial foods can't include these fragile-but-crucial nutrients, and how you can make sure your dog gets them. • Just one day a week, or more frequently if you choose, follow the simple recipes that balance the nutrition in the commercial food you are feeding—wet or dry!

You’re probably wondering what on earth is an ABC Day? It's the one day a week that you feed your dog whole foods in place of their regular kibble. The ABC menu consists of sardines, fresh meat, eggs, and left over vegetables like broccoli stalks, bruised outside leaves of romaine lettuce, watermelon rinds, and other goodies

See Spot Live Longer combines the most recent nutritional science with easy-to-follow practical advice on how to help dogs live longer. Part One introduces the reader to a few of the many dogs and cats the authors have known whose lives have been transformed by fresh food diets. Part Two compares the radical difference between the natural diet of dogs, which includes a variety of high-protein raw foods, and the modern diet, which usually includes only high-carbohydrate, highly processed dry food. The authors discuss in detail the macronutrient (protein, carbohydrate, fat, water) and micronutrient (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, enzymes) content of these diets, as well as the reasons that dogs can thrive on carrion and other high bacteria content foods. Part Three discusses the inevitable toxins and allergens in dry foods, especially those that use low quality grains, and how these substances may be major contributors to the cancer and allergy epidemic in dogs. Part Four shows the reader how easy it is to immediately help dogs live longer. The main emphasis is on how to improve the dog's diet, even using foods that would normally be thrown away. Also discussed are: avoidance of toxins (especially those close to the ground toxins that humans often don't see); the importance of proper exercise; and keeping dogs lean. The appendices provide detailed information about dry dog food recipes and costs, give advice on how to select dry food, discuss the question of missing hybrid vigor (and Steve's Charlee Bear? dogs), and explore possible origins of health problems.

Citing a rise in animal illnesses that are akin to human maladies, a guide to promoting animal health draws on evolutionary and species-specific insights to share recommendations for an animal companion's nutritional, emotional and physical needs.

The world of veterinary medicine is changing. People are realizing that if alternative medicine is better for them, it's better for their pets, too. Dogs are visiting acupuncturists, chiropractic doctors, and homeopaths. Still, many dog owners are unaware that such simple measures as changing their pet's diet and using vitamins, herbs, and other natural cures can help prevent or heal ailments ranging from excessive scratching to depression to a host of serious diseases. The Veterinarians' Guide to Natural Remedies for Dogs is both an introduction and a guide to the vast world of natural healing methods, treatments, and foods now available for dogs. Author Martin Zucker offers advice from dozens of holistic practitioners and licensed veterinarians, who share their recipes, insights, and "prescriptions." Here dog owners will find information on everything from nutritional supplements to massage therapy, as well as how these treatments can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional medications and surgical techniques.

"The first comprehensive book to cover both raw and home-cooked diets specifically for dogs, written by an expert in dog food research and development"--Provided by publisher.

Featuring such options as Puppy Pesto, Bacon Yappetizers and Mutt Loaf, a cookbook by the creator of the "DogFoodDude" blog provides natural-foods recipes for dogs based on the nutritional guidelines of veterinary manuals.

"Dog" Food For Thought The title of my book is "Dog" Food For Thought. The tagline is The Good, Bad, and Ugly of What You are Feeding Your Pup. The purpose of the book is to give people who own dogs an overview of foods that people eat normally and have a tendency to include in their pet's diet without considering whether they are beneficial or harmful to their animals. When their pets become sick, or they find it necessary to visit the veterinarian often because of a chronic condition, they don't understand that the condition could have been derived from a poor diet. The people that will be reading this book are people who are concerned about what Fido needs to be a healthy pooch but don't have the time to spend hours researching the subject, or even know where to look to find answers. There are few competing books such as this one to be found on the market: Give Your Dog a Bone by Dr. Ian Billinghurst, The Lucky Dog Weight Loss Plan by Vicky Marshall, and Unlocking the Canine Ancestral Diet by Steve Brown. The content in these books, however, is not at all similar to what this book is all about. The premise of the book is not to tell people what to do, but give them the pros and cons of specific foods or ingredients, and let them make their own choices, thus the title "Dog" Food For Thought. Dogs depend on you to feed them correctly. They can't buy food; they don't have money to spend on food, they might have money in some cases, but they don't have pockets to keep it in if they did. So, if you want a healthy dog that doesn't have to go to the vet frequently, be conscientious about their diet. Taking your dog to the vet often can be very expensive. We're going to get into foods that are beneficial and foods that are harmful. We'll examine the pros and cons. Because dogs are carnivores, meat is very beneficial to them: beef, buffalo, salmon, sardines, organs, fish, pork, turkey, venison, lamb, and tuna just to name a few. The leaner the meat is, the more beneficial it would be. Feeding a dog fat trimmings, or excessive fat can cause overweight problems or be hard on their heart. We'll also get into raw vs. cooked. Some people say that you should cook everything, while others say that feeding your dog raw foods is the only way to go. We'll go through both kinds, thus leaving you choices as to what you feel is best for your companion. We'll also go through organic vs. not organic. Feeding your pup what's on the market and easy, but perhaps not healthy, or taking the time to make your own pup's food. There are so many different varieties of foods for dogs out there; it can make your head swim. Some people say that they don't have time to put together food at home for Fido, it's so much easier just to open a can or a bag, fill up the food dish and be done with it. I would say to them, "Is that what you do for your family, or if you live alone, all you do for yourself?" There is an old saying, "You are what you eat, that simply means eat junk and you will suffer, eat well and you will prosper. People don't realize that a healthy dog will have to go to the vet less, so if you are concerned about the time and expense it might be to buy quality ingredients to feed your dog, think about how much that vet bill might be if your pet gets sick on crappy dog food. There are many good websites out there that have great recipes that you can put together, whether you prefer doing a raw diet or a cooked one. You will find that some people don't believe in adding vegetables, but rather supplements, while others believe in the benefit of adding vegetables. Whatever you decide, it's always your choice. The purpose of my writing this book was always to give you a choice. I am only supplying you options. In the end, you have the opportunity to make the final decision, for better or worse.