Ideal for beginning to intermediate bird watchers, this colorful guide, arranged in an A-to-Z format, shows the food requirements for birds from every region of the country, and features photos of popular bird feeders and projects for readers to complete. 298 color photos and illustrations.
Birds follow a cycle that depends on the seasons: When caterpillars are at their peak in summer, bird nests are filled with hungry babies hollering for food; in winter, a high-fat menu at the feeder helps birds make it through the night. By taking advantage of these natural cycles to plan feeder offerings and garden beds, readers can turn their ...
Proper formulation of diets for horses depends on adequate knowledge of their nutrient requirements. These requirements depend on the breed and age of the horse and whether it is exercising, pregnant, or lactating. A great deal of new information has been accumulated since the publication 17 years ago of the last edition of Nutrient Requirements ...
The commercial pet food industry has a secret to hide -- and Ann Martin wants to make sure you know it. Her research reveals some startling facts: that the pet food industry conducts animal testing in order to improve their product, and includes euthanized cats and dogs in the mix to heighten protein content. In this revised and updated edition, ...
THE NATURE OF ANIMAL HEALING is the definitive guide for the holistic care of a dog or cat. Dr. Martin Goldstein, the founder of the Smith Ridge Veterinary Center in South Salem, NY, tackles such subjects as the nutritional content of major pet foods, the efficacy versus the dangers of vaccines, and the toxicity of urban living for small pets. An ...
With grass-fed beef popping up on menus across North America, and more small-farm owners venturing into this growth area, the time is right for a comprehensive book on how to raise, manage, and market grass-fed cattle. "Grass-Fed Cattle", the newest addition to Storey's library of best-selling livestock books, covers every aspect of raising and ...
This complete reference for horse owners includes full coverage of such essential topics as feeding and nutrition, foot care, disease prevention, dental care and mouth problems, keeping a stallion, care of the young horse, and more. Photos & illustrations.
"Feeding and Care of the Horse, 2nd Edition" is an essential reference for anyone training, treating, breeding or owning horses. Dr. Lewis, a widely recognized veterinary researcher, teacher, and consultant on equine nutrition and care, has condensed his highly-acclaimed textbook - "Equine Clinical Nutrition", "Feeding and Care" - into this ...
The one issue on which all horse owners agree is that proper diet and nutrition are the most essential aspects of horse care. In Storey's Guide To Feeding Horses, equine nutritionist Melyni Worth addresses the many ways in which diet impacts a horse's health, temperament, and performance. Worth covers the basics, discussing the details of the ...
For years, biologists assumed that the nutritional knowledge gained from domestic animals could be applied directly to wild animals. During the past ten years, however, it has become increasingly clear that domestic animals and wild animals differ in their nutritional requirements. Nutritional management that is beneficial to domestic animals may ...
Ann Martin continues her thorough investigation of pet-related issues, revealing more shocking facts. Carefully and methodically, Martin explains the ongoing problems with most commercial pet foods. She also builds a strong case against the popular raw meat diets, and questions yearly vaccinations, making a convincing link between increased cancer ...
The "organic horse" is the horse designed by nature, free of defects that might arise as a result of poor management, or even environmental pollution. It is an ideal state, and something that should be aimed for. Many of the diseases which today affect our horses are either man-made or, at least, precipitated by factors over which we have some ...
Marion Nestle, acclaimed author of "Food Politics", now tells the gripping story of how, in early 2007, a few telephone calls about sick cats set off the largest recall of consumer products in U.S. history and an international crisis over the safety of imported goods ranging from food to toothpaste, tires, and toys. Nestle follows the trail of ...
Turn your backyard into an oasis for birds of every type and size. There are more than 20 projects to choose from, including feeding stations, birdhouses, and birdbaths. Individual designs come with a materials list, illustrated plans, and instructions. Of special interest: tips on how to repel some cats, squirrels, raccoons, snakes, and a host of ...
For the price of a fifteen minute consultation with your vet this book provides hours of reading pleasure. In 391 easy-to-read pages you can discover masses of information not available in the libraries of veterinary textbooks. If you are a pet owner this book will likely be one of the best investments that you have ever made. Big savings in vet ...
Anyone can learn to feed wild birds from his or her hand! Wilberg reveals the best foods, weather conditions, and time of year and day to hand-feed birds.
A step-by-step fully illustrated introduction to horse ownership including choosing a horse feeding and grooming tack and clothing bedding bathing fencing safety and insurance
This is a cookbook with recipes for treats and things you can make at home for your horse. Recipes include: bran mashes, hors d'oeuvres, salads and snacks, cookies and treats, home-made fly spray, hoof dressing, detanglers and much more!
What are the nutritional needs of your horse? Misconceptions abound about what horses actually require to remain healthy and perform their designated jobs. Does your horse require a high-fat diet or need supplements? This essential guide from the Horse Health Care Library helps you decide on a plan and a menu that supplies all the nutrients your ...
Seeds and pellets are not adequate for most pet birds; a well-balanced diet will increase the health, happiness, and lifespan of these beautiful, intelligent and long-lived creatures. It is important to introduce variety into your bird's diet, and this cookbook will help you do just that. Sections include potato and starch recipes, vegetables, ...
Feeding is a subject which is of interest to horse-owners, but it can be confusing. The actual feed content of basic feedstuffs - oats, bran and hay - has often been badly affected by the build-up of artificial fertilizers and pesticides in the soil, thereby upsetting the natural balance of the ingredients and reducing their value as effective ...
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