The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care

January 7, 2011
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We are proud to announce that Dr. Jean Hofve’s book, The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care, written with nturitionist Dr. Celeste Yarnall of CelestialPets, won a 2010 Certificate of Excellence as well as the prestigious 2010 Muse Medallion Award from the Cat Writers’ Association!

The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care: An Illustrated Handbook
The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care: An Illustrated Handbook

2009, Quarry Books

CWA Judge’s comment: “Well researched and well presented information, beautifully laid out and illustrated with stunning photographs. This is a valuable resource for every cat owner interested in holistic health and a beautiful addition to anyone’s cat care library.”

Click here to read the reviews on Amazon.com.

Table of Contents:

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 Preventive 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

Fasting When Ill

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 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

The Rainbow Bridge

Conclusion: The Future of Holistic Cat Care

Appendix 1: Health Reference Tools

Antiaging Supplements for Cats

Toxic Foods, Herbs, and Plants

Toxic Drugs and Supplements

Appendix 2: Astromedicine for Cats

Your Cat’s Birth Sign

Astrology and the Modern Cat

Astromedicine and the Sun Signs

Glossary

Resources

About the Authors

Index



To order Holistic Cat Care from Amazon.com, please click here.

To purchase an autographed copy, contact author Celeste Yarnall at CelestialPets.com, or Dr. Jean Hofve at LittleBigCat.com.

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One Response to The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care

  1. 957ilb on October 31, 2012 at 10:37 am

    I borrowed this book from the library to read. It covers all the basics and also offers a lot of “new age” health care for cats.

    The section I found most helpful was the material covering vaccinations.

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