The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care by Yarnall, Celeste -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Title Page Dedication Contents Foreword by Jean Hofve, D.V.M Introduction

Respecting Mother Nature Integrating Holistic Alternatives and Conventional Veterinary Medicine How to Navigate This Book

Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your Cat

A Brief History of the Cat The Modern Cat Cat, the Obligate Carnivore The “Antisocial” Immune System A Holistic Approach to Cat Care The Importance of Spaying and Neutering

Chapter 2: Living Harmoniously with Your Cat

Bringing Your New Kitten or Cat Home Communicating with Your Cat Setting Up the Litter Box Understanding the Importance of Play

Chapter 3: The Dangers of Conventional Thinking

Vaccination A Close Look at Conventional Veterinary Medical Treatment Toxins in Your Home Commercial Pet Foods Modern Conveniences and Your Cat’s Health

Chapter 4: Nutrition as Preventative Medicine

The Cat’s Natural Diet Dry Food: One Convenience You Need to Do Without Cats and Hydration Cats and Carbohydrates Do Not Mix Essential Nutrients for Cats Love as the Missing Ingredient in Your Cat’s Food The Raw Factor: An Essential Component in Your Cat’s Food A Properly Prepared Homemade Diet Switching Foods The Importance of Pure Drinking Water

Chapter 5: Natural Remedies

Detoxification Herbs Homeopathy Flower Essences Aromatherapy

Chapter 6: Hands-On Healing

Chiropractic Network Spinal Analysis Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation Acupuncture Therapeutic Touch Reiki: Universal Life Force Energy Massage Therapy The Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique Emotional Freedom Techniques The Tapas Acupressure Technique The Active Air Device The Beauty of Hands-On Healing

Chapter 7: Other Healing Modalities and Antiaging Therapies

What Causes the Signs of Aging? Antiaging Supplements Guide to Antiaging Supplements Applied Kinesiology Veterinary Energy Medicine Bioresonance Therapies Tesla’s Purple Plates Auras, Chakras, and Colors Crystals and Healing Healing with Sound Magnetic Therapy

Chapter 8: Saying Good-Bye to the Ones We Love

Communicating with Your Sick or Aging Cat Mourning Moving On Crossing the Rainbow Bridge

Conclusion: The Future of Holistic Cat Care Appendix 1: Health Reference Tools Appendix 2: Astromedicine for Cats Glossary Resources Acknowledgments About the Authors Index Photographer Credits