Alternative health titles are topping bestseller lists as people search for effective, natural ways to care for themselves and their families--and, as every pet owner knows, house pets are family too. In this revised edition of her groundbreaking work, CJ Puotinen gives animal lovers even more of the information they'll need to care for their dogs, cats, birds, and rabbits the natural way.
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62 of 64 people found the following review helpful
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There are several books along the same lines, but this highly comprehensive and up-to-date holistic health encyclopedia for pets is the best. 500+ pages of info on feeding a raw diet, supplements, aromatherapy, herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, flower essences, hands-on therapies such as acupressure and massage, holistic first aid strategies, cancer treatments, the vaccination controversy, interviews with several holistic vets, and an A-Z guide to ailments and their natural remedies. Excellent!
37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
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We are very new to the holistic care for pets ... and we were looking to find a good book that would introduce us to this more natural method of looking after our dogs ...
Ms. Puotinen's book is everything that we could have asked for ... her first few chapters takes the beginner gently through the methods, means, whys and wherefore of holistic care. Her writing is clear, concise and sure ...
The rest of the book is (to our mind) quite detailed, with lots of specifics ... and we suspect will cater even for the more experienced.
The book takes the reader from feeding raw food & supplements, to aromatherapy & homeopathy, and even guides the reader through the more esoteric art of flower therapy and massage for pets. There is a wonderful chapter on common ailments and possible natural remedies.
The author draws from numerous sources of information & reference (all carefully indexed and referenced) and she reproduces conversations & interviews with other practitioners of the art (including vets). To beginners such as us, this is quite essential ... and we found great comfort, to learn that holistic care is not only an ancient art but is still actively practised today (and gaining much ground), by even those with medical and professional qualifications.
Interesting reading ... offering much to those willing to learn. Well worth the time and cost ...
43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
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The word encyclopedia promises a lot, and C.J. Puotinen's latest book delivers on that promise. Wide ranging in its scope, The Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care offers caretakers of dogs, cats, bunnies and birds an excellent look at behavior, exercise, nutrition and various alternative/holistic therapies. Clear, concise and informative, this book is full of practical information and recipes. Conversations with leading veterinary healers provide insight into the philosophies & practices of some of this country's most innovative healers. An A-Z of Ailments (dogs, cats, birds & rabbits) gives readers a valuable quick look at the problem and possible holistic treatments. Comprehensive index and a detailed appendix with excellent sources for further information and reading. The Encylopedia of Natural Pet Care is a wonderful book for anyone interested in holistic pet care. We recommend it highly!
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Most trusted go-to guide for pet care
i'm sooo pleased that i found this book!! an invaluable reference every pet parent should have easily accessible.
we lost many pets to cancer before we had this book. Read more
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Published 5 months ago by Catzon
Inaccurate facts
I was disappointed in this book. In the first few pages I found several inaccuracies, i.e., grapes and raisins shown as people food recommended for dogs. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Grandma Dee
Outmoded Training Advice - stick to health please!
I wish the author had stuck to the topic of natural health care. Her chapters on dog training promote outdated methods. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Dogrrrl
pretty well rounded
This one book will expose and educate you generally about nutrition and holistic pet care. The downside is that she can't be an expert in every subject she tries to cover. Read more
Published on November 1, 2009 by O. Fischer
Don't buy it!
I guess the author's hope was to get a bunch of disparate information in one place and she does that, but some of the topics are simply verbatum interviews and not very well... Read more
Published on August 31, 2009 by Laura Garber
Best Book for pet lovers
The Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care, is one of the Best pet care books that I have. I have a large cat family and 2 of my cats are FIV+ the encyclopedia of Natural pet care is... Read more
Published on August 15, 2009 by Toni A. Minafo
The Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care
This book is the Bible of pet care in my house. I keep it handy for reference at all times. I highly recommend this book.
Published on April 24, 2009 by Animal Lover
Must have for all pet owners
This book is a wonderful reference book for all pet medical needs. It helps when your vet is not readily available (weekends). Read more
Published on June 9, 2008 by Wendy A. Pooler
A good primer
This was one of the few decent references I used in preparing my books, 8 Weeks to a Healthy Dog, The Allergy Solution for Dogs, and the award-winning The Natural Health Bible for... Read more
Published on July 21, 2005 by Dr. Shawn Messonnier
Please be careful
Because many natural remedies are ancestors to our modern pharmacopia, care must be taken with all drugs you give your pet. Read more
Published on June 1, 2001
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FOR A STRESS-FREE LIFE with a happy, healthy companion animal, no single step is so important as finding the right companion in the first place. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Herbal Therapy, Willard Water, Richard Pitcairn, Juliette de Bairacli Levy, United States, Wendell Belfield, New York, Standard Process, Beverly Cappel-King, Christopher Day, Golden Retriever, Larry Bernstein, Nelly Grosjean, Rescue Remedy, American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, Darius Dinshah, Dinshah Health Society, George Macleod, Herbal Melange, Juliette de Bairadi Levy, Let There Be Light, Calming Essence, Flower Essence Society, German Shepherd, Healthier Dog New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
FOR A STRESS-FREE LIFE with a happy, healthy companion animal, no single step is so important as finding the right companion in the first place. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Herbal Therapy, Willard Water, Richard Pitcairn, Juliette de Bairacli Levy, United States, Wendell Belfield, New York, Standard Process, Beverly Cappel-King, Christopher Day, Golden Retriever, Larry Bernstein, Nelly Grosjean, Rescue Remedy, American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, Darius Dinshah, Dinshah Health Society, George Macleod, Herbal Melange, Juliette de Bairadi Levy, Let There Be Light, Calming Essence, Flower Essence Society, German Shepherd, Healthier Dog New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- How to Have Health D by Wendell O. Belfield on 7 pages
- The Complete Herbal Handbook for the Dog and Cat by Juliette de Baïracli Levy on 6 pages
- Let There Be Light by Darius Dinshah on 6 pages
- The New Natural Cat: A Complete Guide for Finicky Owners (Plume) by Anitra Frazier on page 64, page 432, and Back Matter
- Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The Complete Guide to The Use of Aromatic Oils In Aromatherapy, Herbalism, Health and Well Being by Julia Lawless on page 166, page 178, and Back Matter
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- Natural Forms of Defense Against Biological, Chemical and Nuclear Threats by John Brighton on page 28, and Back Matter
- Flower Essences for Animals: Remedies for Helping the Pets You Love by Lila Devi in Back Matter
- Dog Book by Emily Eve Weinstein in Back Matter
- Natural Remedies For Dogs And Cats by C.J. Puotinen in Back Matter
- How To Say It to Your Dog: Solving Behavior Problems in Ways Your Dog Will Understand by Janine Adams in Back Matter
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