The Veterinarians' Guide to Natural Remedies for Cats Safe and Effective Alternative Treatments and Healing Techniques from the Nation's Top Holistic Veterinarians

by Zucker, Martin

• ISBN13: 9780609803738
• ISBN10: 0609803735
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-01-25
• Publisher: Crown

Summary

You probably feel like you know everything about your cat and his needs, but chances are there's a lot you aren't aware of. For example, did you know that the food you feed him every day has nowhere near enough nutritional value, or that he may have chronic tooth decay? Have you ever been told that the essence of the flower holly can help him be less jealous, or that a massage can lessen his arthritis pains? The Veterinarians' Guide to Natural Remedies for Catsis an introduction and a guide to the vast world of natural methods, treatments, and foods that are now available for cats. Veterinarians from around the country offer information and opinions to help you determine what's best for your cat. In addition to showing you how to develop a healthy diet for your pet, these doctors will tell you about alternative treatments such as homeopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, and herbal medicine.

Author Biography

MARTIN ZUCKER has been writing about alternative medicine and health issues for twenty years. His expertise and the input of holistic practitioners and licensed veterinarians such as Norman Ralston combine to bring you the most comprehensive and insightful book on maximizing your cat's health through alternative medicine.

Table of Contents

Foreword	xiii
Introduction	xvii
How to Use This Book	xxi
Part One --- Natural Healing for Healthier Cats
Why Alternative Veterinary Medicine?	3	(5)
The Ill-Health Epidemic	8	(3)
The Problem with Pet Food	11	(5)
Shifting to a Better Diet	16	(11)
Feeding Option #1---Adding Meat and Table Scraps to a Quality Commercial Food	27	(9)
Feeding Option #2---The Deluxe Treatment: Easy-to-Make Homemade Meals	36	(10)
Nutritional Supplements	46	(5)
Herbs	51	(4)
Homeopathic Remedies	55	(7)
Flower Essences---Healing the Emotions	62	(4)
Veterinary Acupuncture	66	(4)
Veterinary Chiropractic	70	(4)
Massage Techniques	74	(3)
The Vaccination Question---How Often, How Much?	77	(7)
What to Do When Nothing Seems to Work	84	(6)
Litter Box Tips	90	(181)
Part Two --- An A to Z of Feline Problems
Introduction to Part Two	95	(1)
How to Give Your Cat Natural Remedies	95	(2)
How to Give Natural Remedies to Very Fussy Cats	97	(1)
Giving the Proper Dosage to Your Cat	97	(1)
Adverse Reactions to Natural Remedies	98	(1)
Abscesses	99	(3)
Arthritis	102	(4)
Asthma	106	(4)
Bad Breath	110	(2)
Behavorial Problems	112	(4)
Cancer	116	(13)
Dental Health	129	(9)
Diabetes	138	(3)
Digestive Disorders (including constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, inflammatory bowel disease, digestive enzyme deficiency, malabsorption, and gas)	141	(12)
Ear Problems	153	(3)
Epilepsy (Seizures)	156	(4)
Eye Problems	160	(3)
First Aid	163	(2)
Fleas and Insect Bites	165	(5)
Food Allergies	170	(6)
Hairballs	176	(3)
Heart Problems	179	(5)
Infectious Illnesses (Viral and Upper-Respiratory Conditions)	184	(12)
Kidney Failure	196	(5)
Lack of Appetite	201	(1)
Liver Disease	201	(4)
Motion Sickness	205	(1)
Obesity	206	(6)
Old Age	212	(2)
Parasites	214	(7)
Poisoning, Drug Side Effects, and Toxicity	221	(5)
Pregnancy, Nursing, and Beyond	226	(4)
Skin Disorders and Allergies	230	(18)
Stress	248	(4)
Surgery	252	(5)
Urinary Tract Problems	257	(10)
Yeast Infections	267	(4)
Appendixes	271	(15)
A. List of Contributing Veterinarians	273	(3)
B. Resources: Holistic veterinary organizations and natural pet product manufacturers/distributors	276	(7)
C. Recommended Reading	283	(3)
Index	286