On this Veterinarian Mondays Pet World Insider Radio Segment talk with renowned author, veterinarian and pet nutrition expert Dr. Ernie Ward about his wonderful book, Chow Hounds, pet nutrition, pet parenting advice, addressing weight issues and much more…
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Read more at Dr. Ward’s wonderful website: Dr. Ernie Ward
An sampling from his website: Chow Hounds –
Provocative, cutting-edge science combined with a veterinarian’s gentle paw-side manner, CHOW HOUNDS belongs on every dog lover’s bookshelf. Available at all major booksellers, pet stores and Amazon.com.
Why Our Dogs Are Getting Fatter –
A Vet’s Plan to Save Their Lives
In CHOW HOUNDS, Dr. Ernie Ward addresses the problems with the pet food industry, and how dogs and their owners are victims of a calculated assault from shrewd marketing and the addition of fat, sugar and salt to treats. “Whether we know it or not, we’re partially to blame for encouraging an unhealthy lifestyle for our dogs,” says Dr. Ernie. Not to worry: there are ways for pet owners to break the chow hound cycle, and Dr. Ernie’s prescriptive plan will show them how. He will help dog lovers discover how to:
• Create a simple, safe and effective weight-loss program complete with specific calorie calculations;
• Stock a dog’s pantry: Homemade meals and healthy treats that won’t pack on the pounds;
• Find pet food without added fat, fillers, sugar, and salt; choose the right protein/carb mix; and pick the correct diet for weight loss;
• Maximize a dog’s fitness , including how long and how far a dog should be walked each day; and
• Decipher the good, the bad, and the ugly of nutritional supplements and weight loss formulas.
CHOW HOUNDS teaches people what they need to know when it comes to feeding their dogs a nutritious diet even if a dog doesn’t need to lose weight. Dr. Ernie’s “Hybrid Menu” and low-calorie, highly nutritious recipes will help owners provide maximum nutrition at minimum cost. CHOW HOUNDS also teaches dog owners how to overcome dogs’ begging behaviors, how to walk for exercise, and challenging interactive activities to help both owners and dogs stay in great shape.
