Animal Nutrition

Some animals have pretty weird tastes in dining. Did you know that porcupines eat antlers, chickens eat rocks, and elephants eat clay? Hold onto your menus, we're going in!

If you want to transform your dog’s health and extend their life, it starts with what’s in their bowl. Say goodbye to kibble confusion and discover how simple, science-backed homemade meals can make all the difference.

The Hidden Risks of Meat: A Threat to Health, Humanity, and the Planet is a captivating exploration of the often-overlooked dangers associated with meat consumption. It presents a compelling case for embracing a plant-based lifestyle, taking readers on a thought-provoking journey that challenges conventional dietary norms and highlights the multifaceted consequences of consuming animal products. Drawing on compelling evidence and real-world examples, this book explores how meat, far from being a harmless dietary choice, carries hidden risks that jeopardize personal health, ethical values, ...

Discover the ultimate guide to enhancing the health and well-being of your goat herd with Health and Harmony in Animal Husbandry. This comprehensive eBook is designed for farmers, hobbyists, and animal enthusiasts who are committed to ensuring their goats thrive under optimal care conditions. Delve into the essential aspects of goat health management starting with an introduction to common health challenges and the benefits of proactive strategies. Learn the intricacies of effective nutrition, highlighting balanced diet essentials, vital minerals, and vitamins, and preventive nutrition ...

Do you want to raise a happy, healthy flock of hens to produce eggs? Are you unsure what to feed your chickens? Did you impulsively buy some fluffy chicks at the feed store and now have no idea how to care for them? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you.

The cornerstones of ranch profitability are rooted in herd health, which in turn is rooted in soil fertility and animal nutrition, cattle breeding for better feed efficiency, and cattle breeding for longevity. Longevity, Newman Turner writes, is the most critical factor for success in livestock breeding and production. In this book, Newman Turner explains that livestock illness is a result of bad farming practices and that real livestock health begins with true natural farming disciplines such as composting, biodiverse pastures with deep-rooted forages and herbs, and sub-soiling, as well as...

Food-grade diatomaceous earth removes toxins, free radicals, and heavy metals that inflame nerves and muscles—causing pain, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many diseases. Composed of 85 percent silica, DE increases production of collagen needed for youthful skin, hair, and nails. Many people think that DE is an ancient miracle from heaven. It is an answer to the prayers of so many who live a pain-filled, disease-ridden existence that they cannot afford to alleviate with high-priced medications. DE therapy is a do-it-yourself (DIY), low-cost treatment that anyone can afford.

If dogs could talk, what would they say is the best diet to keep them in tiptop condition? Would they recommend a selection of cans and packets from the supermarket. Or would they recommend half a chicken and a fresh rabbit? In Work Wonders, Dr. Lonsdale looks at the dietary needs of dogs from a dog’s perspective, taking account of Nature’s teachings, easily understood science and sound common sense.

A turkey is the centerpiece of countless Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Yet most of us know almost nothing about today's specially bred, commercially produced birds. In this brief book, bestselling author Peter Singer tells their story—and, unfortunately, it's not a happy one. Along the way, he also offers a brief history of the turkey and its consumption, ridicules the annual US presidential "pardon" of a Thanksgiving turkey, and introduces us to "a tremendously handsome, outgoing, and intelligent turkey" named Cornelius. Above all, Singer explains how we can improve our holiday tables.

English Springer Spaniels are beautiful and full of life, and so it is easy to see why they are so popular. They are playful and devoted, with massive characters. However, their drive and neuroticism can make them a very challenging breed for the inexperienced owner, and anyone new to the breed should have a full awareness of what owning a Springer Spaniel entails. This audiobook provides all you need to know about the breed, whether you are buying or rescuing an English Springer Spaniel for a pet or a working dog.

Introducing your go-to resource for transforming your homestead into a thriving, sustainable livestock haven "Livestock Legacy". With an emphasis on chickens, goats, and sheep, this comprehensive guide immerses you in the world of self-sufficient farming in a manner never before experienced. Are you planning to establish a homestead that's both efficient and sustainable? Or perhaps you're looking to expand your existing farm with well-chosen livestock breeds? "Livestock Legacy" commences with an in-depth discussion on sustainable livestock raising, followed by a cautionary yet insightful ...

Are you passionate about sustainable living but unsure how to start a backyard chicken flock? Do you dream of gathering fresh eggs every morning but feel overwhelmed by coop design and daily care? You’re not alone, but with the right guidance, raising chickens can be simple and rewarding. Raising Chickens for Beginners is your ultimate step-by-step guide to backyard chicken keeping—from coop design and feeding to healthcare and egg collection. It’s time to take the leap and experience the benefits of raising your own chickens!

Bowl Full of Health: A Guide to Canine Nutrition and Feeding is your essential resource for understanding what truly fuels your dog’s health and happiness. Part of the Canine Care Chronicles series, this book breaks down the fundamentals of canine nutrition—covering everything from selecting the right food for your dog’s life stage to creating balanced meals that promote their overall well-being.

Maynard Murray was a medical doctor who researched the crucial importance of minerals—especially trace elements—to plants and animals. Beginning in 1938 and continuing through the 1950s, Dr. Murray used sea solids—mineral salts remaining after water is evaporated from ocean water—as fertilizer on a variety of vegetables, fruits and grains. His extensive experiments demonstrated repeatedly and conclusively that plants fertilized with sea solids and animals fed sea-solid-fertilized feeds grow stronger and more resistant to disease. Sea Energy Agriculture recounts Murray's experiments ...

Dive into the gripping world of "Desert Hooves," a comprehensive guide that unravels the secrets of thriving in one of the planet's most challenging environments - the arid expanses of the desert. In this transformative eBook, you will venture into a realm where sand meets sky and where the tenacious spirit of desert cattle farming unfolds across 20 compelling chapters. Each chapter is an odyssey in itself, imbued with insights on not just surviving, but prospering within the Arizona desert ecosystem. Witness the industrious synergy of native flora and fauna with cattle breeds uniquely ...

From Downward Dog to Cobra, Wild Asana invites you into an embodied exploration of the animals that inspire familiar yoga poses. Drawing on wildlife science, anthropology, Hindu mythology, Eastern philosophy, and personal stories, this insightful guide by environmental educator and yoga instructor Alison Zak explores the connections among our bodies, our minds, and the animals that inspire our practice, and invites you to bring the deep nature of animals into breath and movement.

This is a must-listen for anyone considering the carnivore diet. Destroy your sugar cravings immediately, once and for all! Burn fat easily! Increase your strength and energy! People are turning to the carnivore diet because it works! It's easy to follow! The food tastes delicious, and you won't think about your next meal for hours, because you're satisfied and happy. Best of all? You're not bloated and loosening your belt after eating.

How to get shredded without exercising, even if you've tried all of the other diets out there. When you listen to this audiobook, you’ll get the following: What is the carnivore diet; what is fasting; the problem with most diets; who shouldn't try fasting; background and science of fasting and eating animal-based foods; myths and misconceptions about fasting; the countless health benefits of fasting; what is autophagy and how is it related to fasting; your first month of fasting; how to start fasting; and what to do when you mess up.

Rodney Habib and Karen Becker, DVM, travelled the world collecting wisdom from top geneticists, microbiologists, and longevity researchers. They also interviewed people whose dogs have lived into their 20s and even 30s. The result is this unprecedented and comprehensive guide, filled with surprising information, invaluable advice, and inspiring stories about dogs and the people who love them. The Forever Dog prescriptive plan can be tailored to the genetic predisposition of particular breeds or mixes.

Like most people, I was born into a meat-eating family. Our daily meals consisted of meat and dairy. What I thought was a lot of healthy fresh foods like dairy products, eggs, meat, etc., were consumed. Though naturally, I love animals. After studying the vegan diet when I was 14, I decided to change my life and have been vegan ever since.