Canine Diabetes Handbook

Canine Diabetes Handbook

Author: Dan Lavach

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2014-01-08

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1493156179

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Diabetes has become one of the most common serious medical problems in dogs. I completely understand your dilemma as an owner of a diabetic dog, as one of my dogs has been diabetic for seven years. Unfortunately, diabetes is a very complex disease, and it requires lifetime medication to control the diabetes. Complications are common, and every dog affected with diabetes will require careful and consistent care in order to minimize the complications. The owner of a diabetic dog must be proactive and understand the disease process as well as being the primary care provider. Most diabetic dogs can continue to lead nearly normal lives, but the diabetes cannot be ignored. This handbook will explain canine diabetes, the complications of diabetes, and the treatments available. It will provide a resource of information regarding pitfalls of treatments, reasons for treatment failures, and solutions for diabetic problems.


Dogs, Diet, and Disease

Dogs, Diet, and Disease

Author: Caroline D. Levin

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780967225326

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This book delves into some of today's most troubling canine illnesses, the factors that really cause them. It examines options for treatment, and provides detailed instructions on how to care for chronically ill dogs. With this book, readers can help their dogs have a better quality of life, and spare future pets a lifetime of chronic disease. This award-winning book is excellent if your pet is dealing with diabetic cataracts, or Sudden(ly) Acquired Retinal Degeneration, the sudden blindness associated with excess cortisol production and Cushing's Disease.


Diabetes in Dogs

Diabetes in Dogs

Author: Gordon Roberts

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2015-04-10

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781511652681

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Diabetes can be daunting for both you and your dog. But it does get easier, and it can be managed effectively with the right knowledge. This comprehensive, easy-to-read book will tell you all you need to know about diabetes in dogs and how to improve your diabetic dog's lifestyle for the better. You'll learn: - The biology behind diabetes and how canine diabetes differs to human diabetes - What to feed your diabetic dog to improve his health and well being - How to spot the danger signs of diabetes and what actions to take in an emergency - Why some treatments work better than others, and how treatment for diabetes works - What to expect when becoming a carer and how to efficiently manage the condition This book also includes some useful explanations of common medical terminology used in discussions of diabetes, so that you can be as informed as possible about this condition. It contains some straightforward, honest answers to your most commonly asked questions about canine diabetes. Your dog will thank you for reading it!


Living with a Diabetic Dog

Living with a Diabetic Dog

Author: Amy Newton Thomas

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2012-01-26

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781470176037

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Revised and Updated Now includes new sections on monitoring your dog and organizing your information. Additional information about insulin and diet. Praise for "Living With A Diabetic Dog" "Every Dog Owner Should Read This; This is a great book, well written and informative about dog diabetes. It's written in an easy to read style - not dry and boring like some of these books can be. The book provides a great perspective of what it is like to have a diabetic dog and what you must do if you think your dog is diabetic." "Easy-to-Understand Guide to Home Health Care for Your Pooch; This book is a get-down-to-business book about the home care of dogs that have been diagnosed with diabetes... The author does two things I found helpful. First, she very clearly demonstrates a deep love for her own pet. It's clear you are reading a book not from a "let's publish anything" author but from someone who wants you to be assured that you, the fellow pet owner, can handle the needs of your diabetic pet. Secondly, she has listed real-world tips and techniques for the actual care of your dog. There's so much more here than just a checklist of things to do. "Thanks... From my dog as well; The author knows her subject very well and describes how undiagnosed diabetes affected her dog Willie and how the disease changed their lives. I wished I had discovered this book sooner and been able to recognize the symptoms of diabetes in my own dog, especially the section on peripheral neuropathy. I highly recommend this book for anyone with an older dog or a dog already diagnoses with diabetes. More About "Living With A Diabetic Dog" Caring for a pet with a chronic illness like diabetes can be difficult. Here is smart, intelligent advice on managing your dogs diabetes that will improve your day-to-day lives. Discover many useful and helpful tips on ways to live better with your diabetic dog. If your dog was recently diagnosed with diabetes, this book provides helpful information and much needed peace-of-mind you and your dog can benefit from immediately. If you are already living with a diabetic dog, discover useful tips to immediately improve you and your dog's lifestyle. More Praise... "A Must-Have For Dog-Owners!" "Great information gets right to the point." "A Must for Dog Owners!" If you have a diabetic dog or an older dog susceptible to diabetes, the "Living With A Diabetic Dog: How To Keep Your Dog Healthy, Prevent Common Problems And Avoid Complications is for both you and your dog. Grab a copy today!


Training Your Diabetic Alert Dog

Training Your Diabetic Alert Dog

Author: Rita Martinez Cpdt-K

Publisher:

Published: 2013-02

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 9780988850811

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The Scent of Safety You can harness dogs' amazing sense of smell to manage your diabetes. Many dogs can perform this life-saving task, but they must be trained if you are to produce a reliable diabetic alert service dog (DAD). The authors bring to this book extensive experience in training for diabetic alert and assistance dog work in particular, and over half a century of training dogs for search & rescue, obedience, and therapy in general. They will guide you through this process step by step. This book helps diabetics train their own dog with the help of a professional trainer, and explains how to: o Select a great dog for alert work o Find and work with a qualified trainer o Understand how dogs detect changes in diabetic blood sugar levels o Train alerts and low/high blood sugar signals o Teach your dog to alert at night and in the car o Train other helpful skills such as Go for Help, trailing the diabetic, and retrieving useful items (glucometer, juice box, etc.) o Troubleshoot training difficulties o Locate additional resources on training and assistance dogs And when you are done, you will experience the freedom that comes from knowing a canine friend is looking out for you.


Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats

Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats

Author: Shawn Messonnier

Publisher: Three Rivers Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 513

ISBN-13: 0761526730

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2000 Winner, Better Health for Life Award, Cat Writer's Association (CWA) When it comes to your dog's or your cat's health, you want the best health care available. But did you know that conventional medicine is not the only answer, or even the best answer? Inside you'll learn from a respected veterinarian how the therapeutic wonders of natural medicine can benefit your dog or cat. This comprehensive guide discusses more than 40 common conditions or diseases that can affect your pet and how they can be treated or improved with natural medicine. Easy to understand and use, with cross-references between conditions and treatments, this informative resource includes: ·An A-Z guide to common health conditions ·An A-Z guide to herbs, vitamins, and supplements ·Dietary recommendations for specific health concerns ·Proven complementary therapies for your pet ·And much, much more! Do your pet a great favor—add this complete reference to your library. You'll both be glad you did. Inside, natural treatments for: ·Allergies ·Obesity ·Cancer ·Kidney Disease ·Arthritis ·Heart Disease ·Feline Leukemia ·Dental Disease ·Ear Infections ·And many more common conditions "Incredibly well thought-out and organized. This bible will serve as an excellent reference for veterinarians and pet owners alike." —L. Phillips Brown, D.V.M., product manager, Inter-Cal Nutraceuticals "A concise overview of common animal conditions and available complementary therapies that will help readers ensure their pets and patients receive the best treatment." —Myrna Milani, D.V.M., author, Preparing for the Loss of Your Pet "This bible is a 'new testament' that may help pet caregivers heal their sick pets." —Alice Villalobos, D.V.M.


The Merck Veterinary Manual

The Merck Veterinary Manual

Author: Merck and Co., Inc. Staff

Publisher:

Published: 2003-11

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780911910803

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For more than forty years, animal health professionals have turned to the Merck Veterinary Manualfor integrated, concise and reliable veterinary information. Now this manual covering the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of companion, food and zoo animals.is available on an easy-to-use, fully searchable CD-ROM. The CD includes the full text of The Merck Veterinary Manual 8/e and has been enhanced with picture links featuring original anatomical artwork and numerous clinical and diagnostic illustrations, table links and quick search links that provide quick accesss to cross referenced text.


Nutritional Management of Diabetes Mellitus

Nutritional Management of Diabetes Mellitus

Author: Gary Frost

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2003-11-04

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 0470869429

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Diabetes mellitus is a common disorder where the body is no longer able to regulate blood glucose levels correctly owing to defects in insulin secretion or action. While some people require treatment with insulin, many are able to control their diabetes through management of diet, e.g. by decreasing the fat intake and increasing the amount of fibre. This book provides an up-to-date review of the dietary management of diabetes looking at general topics, such as the metabolic principles of nutrition, as well as more specific topics, such as nutritional management of diabetic children, pregnant women and the elderly. A specialist text on the nutritional management of diabetes A practical book, useful in clinical practice Written by well respected clinicians within the field


The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook

The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook

Author: Betsy Brevitz D.V.M.

Publisher: Workman Publishing Company

Published: 2009-04-16

Total Pages: 513

ISBN-13: 0761157093

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The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook is a superb, reassuring, and comprehensive work. "Dr. Spock for dogs."—Elle magazine wrote of its first edition, originally published as The Hound Health Handbook, and now completely revised and updated. Today's dog owners are more attuned to their pets' health and well-being than ever before. And with good reason: Americans spend upward of $10 billion annually on their canine companions. The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook is the one essential and truly readable book for these devoted dog owners. Surpassingly clear and complete, with more than 100 illustrations and diagrams, it covers everything from choosing the best dog to puppy care, nutrition, vaccines, behavior, first aid, and senior care, plus thorough discussions of more than 100 canine illnesses. Reflecting the latest advances in veterinary medicine, this edition offers up-to-the-minute advice on "design dog" breeds, pet food safety, homemade diets, changing vaccine protocols, new medications for allergies, car sickness, obesity, and heart disease, developments in surgery and cancer treatment, pet insurance, and more. With The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook, the vet is always in.


The Labrador Breeders Handbook

The Labrador Breeders Handbook

Author: Debby Kay

Publisher: Trafford

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781412003292

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The Labrador Breeders Handbook is a concise and useful reference designed for all Labrador breeders by a Labrador breeder. It includes many useful charts, diagrams and lists such as: Table of Labrador colors including all the mismarkings A listing of all the heritable and genetic disorders and how they are specifically inherited in the Labrador Pedigrees revealing the secrets of top breeders including a pedigree of a family of epileptic seizuring Labradors.