A guide to keeping dogs healthy includes information on meeting dogs' nutritional needs, treating canine ailments, administering first aid, selecting common and alternative therapies, and choosing a veterinarian.

The healthy vegan diet-made easy. Vegans face their own special challenges when it comes to nutrition and this book provides answers. There are about one million vegans in the U.S. and about 50,000 new ones every year. A growing number of physicians advocate a completely plant-based diet for many of their patients who suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Plant-Based Nutrition, readers will find: ? Where to get nutrients that others get from meat and dairy. ? How to avoid the vegan pitfall of overfed but undernourished. ? How to spot hidden animal ingredients in packaged foods. ? Tips for eating at restaurants. ? Special considerations for children and seniors.

Are 'pure - breed' mixes such as yorkipoos or labradoodles really designer dogs? Do so - called 'designer breeds' - hybrids or mixes - actually produce dogs that are hypoallergenic or less temperamental? And are they worth the exorbitant prices - often $2,000 or more for a designer puppy?! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Designer Dogs answers these and many other questions. Cutting through the hype and explaining exactly where to find and what to look for in these unique cross breeds, this book helps even the inexperienced pet owner understand the difference between a crossbreed and a mutt.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Golden Retrieverscovers everything prospective Golden owners need to know about the selection, care, nutrition, and training of their pet, including- Deciding whether or not a Golden is right for you, and vice-versa History of the breed and breed standard How to find a reputable breeder, or how to find a Golden through rescue and what readers need to be aware of Acclimating a new Golden Retriever to the home Housetraining and other house rules Managing a Golden's nutrition and health Parasites, diseases, and other health problems common to Goldens, and how to deal with them What to do in an emergency Training a Golden Retriever Basic obedience commands Understanding Golden behaviour Travelling with a Golden . . . and more

With step-by-step training methods, this guide makes problem-solving easy, and provides information on how to housetrain your dog once and for all.

Get everything you need to know to eat like our ancestors and go paleo! Going paleo can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re looking to lose weight or transform your health, the paleo diet, with its emphasis on eating protein-rich meats and seafood, fruits and vegetables, and nuts and seeds, while eliminating sugars, carbs, and dairy, is a revolutionary way to lose weight, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health, but most people often don’t know how to get started on it. The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Eating Paleo is the only guide any beginner will need to get started with this life-changing diet. Now you can learn how to get started on the diet, and stick with it, from the experts at paleoplan.com Here’s what you’ll find inside: • A complete breakdown of the paleo diet, including how it works, why it benefitted our ancestors (and how it can benefit us today), and how it can transform your health • Over 100 delicious paleo recipes with detailed meal plans, each with detailed nutrition information so you’ll know exactly what you’re eating and know that you’re going 100% paleo • Detailed guidance on what to eat and what not to eat, and how you can eliminate the bad foods in your diet and integrate the good foods so you can achieve your nutrition goals • Tips for sourcing ingredients, stocking your pantry for paleo, and stocking your fridge and freezer with paleo-friendly ingredients

Praise for Dog Health & Nutrition For Dummies " A succinct and easily read compilation of hard science presented with humor and a deep regard for and understanding of our canine friends." -- Victor E. O. Valli, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign " Dosed with subtle humor, the text offers a wide range of down-to-earth information covering all aspects of dog care. Whether experienced or new to the dog game, readers will enjoy Dr. Zink' s unprejudiced personal approach." -- Rachel Page Elliott, author of Dogsteps Keep your dog healthy with simple care and good nutrition An up-to-date guide to caring for your dog Help your dog enjoy a longer and healthier life with the latest in conventional and alternative veterinary medicine. An expert in canine sports medicine offers advice on feeding, conditioning, and caring for your dog so that it will reach its full potential. Discover how to: Practice the essentials of preventative care Treat common -- and uncommon -- canine ailments Administer simple first aid Select complementary and alternative therapies Work with your dog' s veterinarian Get smart! www.dummies.com Sign up for daily eTips at www.dummiesdaily.com Sign up for tips on dogs, cats, or birds Keep your pet healthy and content -- the Dummies Way(TM)