Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog

I have a little dog, from puppy hood she had issues all kinds of issues, skin, ears, bladder, and the list goes on and on. I had a vet they would give my dog meds things would clear up and we were back to square one. The things really started to o down hill and now my little dog has kidney problems, more meds and Science diet K/D. We seemed to be at the vet weekly, I switched vets still same problems still the same answers. When my little dog turned 5 I was told she was going to die before the year was up, she was having major organ failure her liver was shutting down. I was told about some meds that would help and "maybe" prolong her life but they would make her deaf (side effect). Needless to say I was devastated I still felt in my heart something here was wrong so I decided to take matters into my own hands. I went to the book store and really found nothing, right next to the book store is PetSmart I thought what the hell let me look. I found this book in the clearance section for 99 cents, ok lets just buy it maybe it can point me in another direction this was on a Sunday. Monday husband left for work and I sat down to read this book and let me just tell you the education I received that day is one I will never forget. First part talks about shots, ok we are told we have to have them, we are told that its in out animals best interest to have them, we give them because we want the best for our furry family members, but I know from personal experience that shots are dangerous they gave my little dog her puppy shots all at one time and she nearly died, so we had to give them one at a time a week apart.So they are dangerous, but what other choices do you have? Well this book will tell you what choices you have that I never knew existed. My little dog routinely had blood work done, I am not a vet I have no idea what I am reading or what it really means, this book will tell you that and tell you what it means and how to fix it if the counts are not where they need to be. The next part I will never forget as long as I live is dog food, I read and read first I cold not even believe what I was reading then it talks about ingredients, we have all done it we look at the label but what does all that stuff mean? Well this book not only talks about dog food it talk about ingredients and what they are. After reading this book and actually checking up on what I read in other places I realized in the 5 years I had my little dog I have been tying to kill her by trying to keep her healthy. In the back of this book they have resources and I used them. This was back about 11 years ago since that time I have learned so much more some of it will make you hair stand up on end some of it should be illegal. I will tell you this This book saved my little dogs life, she is still right here next to me as I type this, my little dog is now 16 she is happy and very healthy as a matter of fact she never has to go to the vet for a problem we just go to make sure everything is right where it should be.I am not saying that this book will do the same for you I am saying this book is a window into a dog and companies who make stuff for our dogs. I was shocked to see how misleading labels are even vets, for some vets its a money thing other vets are just doing what they may have learned. The important part here is you need a vet who will work WITH you. A vet who does not think their way is the only way. I did not find that with the vet who told me my little dog was going to die, she told me I was an unfit animal owner. This book gave me the confidence to try something new the resources were great, they held my hand along the way, I educated myself more and more then found others who are as I am trying to make the best life possible for our furry family members and I found a vet that worked WITH me.I still have this book, I have given it to others who were lost and did not know what to do like I once was. When I read this book I read it with the attitude that my little dog is dying and I have nothing more to loose. I listened to my heart I knew that something was wrong I kept telling them something was wrong,I was told that its this or that but nothing FIXED the problem, they only put a band aid on it and charged me 200.00 dollars.Buy the book read, then you can check up on what you read and actually confirm it. I made changes to my little dogs life and I have no looked back once, I only wish I knew this before I got her. In the picture is my little dog who is now 16 my learning gave me 11 years and counting.

This is the second time I have purchased this book. Great guideline for home made raw food. I am using for my dog with mammory cancer.

I got this book because I wanted to know more about the vaccines and their effect on dogs. I did not get a chance to read the whole book but I like the information that I have read. The chapter on vaccines is very informative and does not just stop at yes give it no avoid it but it explains the different types of vaccines which is an eye opener. Another book I plan to get is the Natural Pet Care by Gary Null PH.D. He has both the book and the video and I think it will be an even informative than this one (in particular the vaccine section).

This book was incredibly helpful and thorough. It gave us a great deal of food for thought, and made it easier to think about how to maintain our dog's health. It made it easier to commit to his nutrition and natural foods, which is in keeping with our family's diet (organic, non-gmo, etc.)

I have constantly referred to Wendy's book since 2001, when I put my 3 Shelties on the Natural Diet. Over the years, I have bought many copies of this book giving them to my puppy buyers and dog friends alike. I have worn out several of the paperback versions, so this is great to have an indestructible copy on my kindle to refer to. My only wish is that the index had links back to the chapters or page numbers for easier scanning when looking up specific issues. Otherwise, I am delighted to have this book on my kindle.

This book is worth its price purely for the information on interpreting blood and urine testing. She also offers some great ideas on supplements for specific health concerns. Thirdly, her recommendations for vaccinations or lack thereof are excellent. That's the good part.However, by far and large, I couldn't disagree more with Wendy Volhard's dietary recommendations. If she can show me a canine running around the forest looking for oatmeal or any of the other grains she recommends, I might give her recommendations a second look.Until then, from my experience, BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Foods a la Ian Billinghurst's recommendations) is the only way to feed dogs. Three dogs, 9 years, no vet bills, says it all. My Keeshond, who died at the age of 16, was diagnosed with terminal pancreatitis at the age of 7 and given 6 months to live. The vet wanted to put her on PID canned food, largely barley based. At that time, we brought our Giant Schnauzer home from Skansen Kennels. The breeder strongly recommended the BARF diet, so I immediately switched the old Keeshond and our 6 month old Rottie to a raw meaty bones/fresh raw veggies and fruits diet, along with the Giant Schnauzer baby. The vet said I'd kill my dog. I told him that she's dead meat in 6 months anyway, so I might as well kill her my way.Within 3 months, she was a puppy again, and lived to 16. All if this without the silly grain meal Wendy Volhard recommends! The big dogs are closing in on 10. The rottie has already outlived his predicted life span of 7 to 9 years. I love it! Their coats are gorgeous, and their teeth are perfect. No bad breath either. I wouldn't feed any other way.Please don't get me wrong. I would still buy this book for its reference value, but don't buy into her dietary recommendations!

Awesome book! My friend borrowed ours for too long. So, I had to buy her a copy!

I have used this diet for years, with great results. The book is packed with supporting info for many conditions. I have it in my kindle so when I travel it is handy if something comes up.

If you love you dog and want to help then lead the best life this is a great book. I do believe in Vets in Traditional medice

Buen libro con información de interés. Pena que no hayan hecho la traducción en español, me ha costado un poco más seguir el hilo.

Awesome book!

Wendy is so knowledgeable and this book has been my bible, unfortunately my original was left in Spain when I left my husband. This copy although not in perfect condition is ideal. For anyone who is interested in a natural diet for their dog or alternatives to health problems that general vets would not think of.

I have read a few dog books and they are slighly difference. In this one you can find a more in depth description that other books just pass by such as kinesiology, TCM plus a diet that this Dr goes by.