Nutrition for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

Name: Nutrition for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
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ISBN: 9780813829135

ISBN-10: 0813829135

ISBN-13: 9780813829135

Edition: 2007

Authors: Ann Wortinger

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Description:

Presenting an introduction to the fundamentals of nutrition, this book is a guide to monitoring the nutritional needs of patients in daily practice. Practical applications and techniques for managing the nutritional needs of both sick and healthy patients are featured.

Book details

List price: $52.99
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 3/6/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 256
Size: 6.00" wide x 8.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.056
Language: English



Preface


Acknowledgements



Basics of Nutrition



Nutrients and Energy



Water



Carbohydrates



Fats



Protein and Amino Acids



Vitamins



Minerals



Digestion and Absorption



Energy Balance



Nutritional Requirements of Dogs and Cats



History and Regulation of Pet Foods



Pet Food Labels



Nutrient Content of Pet Foods



Types of Pet Foods



Raw Food Diets: Fact versus Fiction



Pet Food Preservatives



Homemade Diets



Feeding Management for Dogs and Cats



Feeding Regimens for Dogs and Cats



Body Condition Scoring



Pregnancy and Lactation in Dogs



Pregnancy and Lactation in Cats



Neonatal Puppies and Kittens



Growth in Dogs



Growth in Cats



Adult Maintenance in Dogs



Adult Maintenance in Cats



Feeding the Healthy Geriatric Dog and Cat



Performance and Dogs



Nutritional Requirements of Cats



Nutrition Myths



Nutritional Support



Assisted Feeding in Dogs and Cats


Webliography


Index