The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine …
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In this pathbreaking guide, two of the world’s most popular and trusted pet care advocates reveal new science to teach us how to delay aging and improve canine longevity, providing a long, happy, healthy life for our canine companions.
Like their human counterparts, dogs have been getting sicker and dying prematurely over the past few decades. Why? Scientists are beginning to understand that the chronic diseases afflicting humans—cancer, obesity, diabetes, organ degeneration, and autoimmune disorders—also beset canines. As a result, our beloved companions are vexed with preventable health problems throughout much of their lives and suffer shorter life spans. Because our pets can’t make health and lifestyle decisions for themselves, it’s up to pet parents to make smart, science-backed choices for lasting vitality and health.
The Forever Dog gives us the practical, proven tools to protect our loyal four-legged companions. Rodney Habib and Karen Becker, DVM, globetrotted (pre-pandemic) to galvanize the best 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 for optimal dog health focuses on diet and nutrition, movement, environmental exposures, and stress reduction, and can be tailored to the genetic predisposition of particular breeds or mixes. The authors discuss various types of food—including what the commercial manufacturers don’t want us to know—and offer recipes, easy solutions, and tips for making sure our dogs obtain the nutrients they need. Habib and Dr. Becker also explore how external factors we often don’t think about can greatly affect a dog’s overall health and wellbeing, from everyday insults to the body and its physiology, to the role our own lifestyles and our vets’ choices play. Indeed, the health equation works both ways and can travel “up the leash.”
Medical breakthroughs have expanded our choices for canine health—if you know what they are. This definitive dog-care guide empowers us with the knowledge we need to make wise choices, and to keep our dogs healthy and happy for years to come.
Inside this definitive dog care guide, you’ll find the tools and knowledge to extend your dog’s healthspan:
A New Approach to Dog Nutrition: Learn what commercial pet food manufacturers don’t want you to know and discover simple recipes and tips to ensure your dog gets the vital nutrients they need for a long life.A Proactive Canine Wellness Plan: Tailor a prescriptive plan for your dog that focuses on diet, movement, and stress reduction, based on the latest science from top geneticists and longevity researchers.Environmental Health for Pets: Uncover how hidden external factors, from everyday exposures to your own lifestyle choices, can dramatically affect your dog’s wellbeing and contribute to chronic disease.Lessons from the World’s Oldest Dogs: Be inspired by stories of dogs who have lived into their 20s and even 30s, and learn the practical, proven tools their owners used to achieve remarkable health and vitality.
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Publisher : Harper Publication date : October 12, 2021 Language : English Print length : 464 pages ISBN-10 : 0063002604 ISBN-13 : 978-0063002609 Item Weight : 1.35 pounds Dimensions : 6 x 1.41 x 9 inches Best Sellers Rank: #18,670 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2 in Pet Food & Nutrition #9 in Dog Training (Books) #58 in Aging & Longevity (Books) Customer Reviews: 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (5,758) var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when(‘A’, ‘ready’).execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( ‘acrLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault”: true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when(‘A’, ‘cf’).execute(function(A) { A.declarative(‘acrStarsLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault” : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } }); });
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susan –
Love It – Helped Me Make Homemade Dog Food and My Dog Lost Weight!
I absolutely love “The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer.” Here’s why this book has been a game-changer for me and my dog:Pros:Informative: The book is packed with surprising new science and practical advice on how to help your dog live a healthier, longer life. It’s an eye-opener on canine nutrition and wellness.Homemade Dog Food: Inspired by the book, I started making homemade dog food, and the results have been fantastic. My dog has lost weight and looks healthier and more energetic.Easy to Follow: The recipes and tips provided are easy to follow. Even someone new to making homemade dog food can do it with confidence.Comprehensive: It covers a wide range of topics, from diet and exercise to preventive healthcare and environmental factors, providing a holistic approach to canine health.Engaging: The writing is engaging and accessible, making it an enjoyable read as well as a valuable resource.Cons:None! I am completely satisfied with this book.Overall, “The Forever Dog” has made a significant positive impact on my dog’s health. I highly recommend it to any dog owner looking to improve their canine companion’s quality of life.
Nore Lineas –
Top Three Favorite Dog Books
I happened to find this book in a bookshop window in a really cool downtown I was visiting on my birthday. It looked like a fun read so I bought it and it was INCREDIBLY educational, well written, and life changing. I have used and used this book. I brought out my book tabs that I haven’t used since college because there is so much great info in this one book for your dog. If you love dogs, please get this book and read it. Learn and use it. It’s been super helpful to even save money on vet trips (for minor ailments) and I do think that it will benefit them in the long term as well. I have recommended this book to everyone I meet that has any interest in dogs at all. I have given out copies as prizes for trivia because I think this book is so beneficial. This is in my top three animal books and I use it all the time to refer back to and re-learn something again. We can do SO much better for our doggos, and we should. The authors make it very easy to do and understand and the amount of citation to credible, legitimate resources is remarkable.
Mike Merrill –
A Dog Lover’s Survival Guide. Literally!
If you’re a dog lover, this book is a must read. It’s well written, easy to read, and filled with very helpful information to help you give your dogs their best life. It is not a dry, boring textbook that will put you to sleep. It’s interesting and engaging, and written so you can take a away little nuggets and put them into play before you even finish the book.I have to admit, I’ve had dogs pretty much my whole life, and I’ve run an animal rescue group for several years. Even with that background, I learned something new in every chapter. It’s interesting, engaging and informative.For pet parents interested in better health options for your dogs, there is an overwhelming array of information online. Way too much to digest, actually. This book boils it down, with just enough of the scientific explanation to make it clear the authors know their stuff. Their explanations are straightforward, and the lessons learned are easy to implement.The Forever Dog will save you a fortune on vet bills in the future by helping you prevent problems before they occur. It’s a very small investment for people who love their dogs and want to give them better, longer lives. Well done!
Jeannette Southard –
Great Book
Perfect
sharon kovar –
Rey technical took with lots of research.
Interesting book. Very technical. I wish they had included a few recipes.
Richard Thomas –
Informative
Very informative book and very helpful
Amazon Customer –
Absolutely Mind Blowing
First, let me start off by saying I am an avid dog lover – I have 5 beautiful rescues! I make homemade toppers for their food and would do just about anything to ensure they are living their healthiest lives. But recently, one of my dogs was diagnosed with HSA cancer (not treatable) and he was immediately put on Yunnan Baiyao and it was a struggle to figure out the best food to help “starve” the cancer. Well, this book not only taught me so much about kibble, quality of food for my dogs, but also so many insights on herbs, medicinal mushrooms (helps with cancer and sundowners). This book introduced me to the right way to ensure my dogs get the best quality of food – and did you know that dogs only need less than 10% carbs in their diet and most kibble is at 40% plus? I learned so much from this book and my dogs loved the Longevity Junkie Bone Broth with so many amazing health benefits. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is a dog owner! Must read for sure. For my HSA pup, he is on a ketogenic diet, primarily raw with splenic herbal support for his blood and his Chinese herbs. Good luck and good reading!
Kindle Customer –
The truth shines through amid all the lies
I wanted more information on food nutrition for doggies. I mean the same goes for us, so it’s gotta be the same for dogs despite what pet shops and even my vet and their technicians say. Processed food isn’t good for you. Straight from nature as much as possible. Canines in the wild didn’t go to a pet shop and buy a processed bag of food. The information in this book is so thorough, down to serving sizes and nutrition information. It gives me all the information I need in a well organized way so I just need to put the puzzle pieces together. I still use some high quality kibble to help balance out the nutrition for now. Plus I’m eating healthier again because whatever pup eats I eat.
Dulce Mendoza –
Yo ya conocía el trabajo de la Dra. Becker y como quién siempre ha tenido perros como mascotas miembros de mi familia, puedo decir sin lugar a dudas que los cambios hechos en la dieta de mis 3 perras han sido de gran beneficio al pasar del alimento seco (croquetas) a la dieta natural (no cruda ya q hay q considerar que desafortunadamente en Mexico hay muchos claroscuros en la forma en que manejan los productos cárnicos). El cambio en la dieta se ve reflejado en la salud de las mascotas directamente, mis perras ya son geriátricas (dos de 13 y una de 11) y puedo decir que debido a la alimentación q sugiere entre sus distintas modalidades ha generado un cambio de gran beneficio en mis mascotas, piel sana (2 son alérgicas y me fue muy complicado encontrar un tratamiento que no incluyera corticoides), digestión sin complicaciones, sus chequeos anuales son excelentes (les hago un examen de sangre completo anual y gracias a su esquema de alimentación los resultados son muy buenos). Para mi ha sido de gran ayuda apoyarme con el conocimiento de la Dra. Becker y Rodney Habíb en conjunto logran en este libro. Yo recomiendo ampliamente su contenido.
Luffy the dog’s mom –
It’s a wonderful, easy to digest read packed with scientific knowledge. I will never, ever feed my dog or any of my future dogs kibble ever again. I also appreciate all of the information on how us humans can be healthier. too. Also, from an aesthetic point of view, what a beautiful book it is! From the design of the cover to the materials used. It’s high quality, inside and out. My dog loves it too as you can see from the photo 🙂
Pompom –
a must have for every family with a pet
Vee –
Great book and great info! I bought this when it came out and I’m currently re-reading it. I plan on making further improvements to my dogs’ diet (they’re already on raw) and this book has tons of info on how to go about it.This is my go-to for solid info and current data/research.Even if your dog isn’t on raw, this book is still relevant.
Maaike –
I love this book! It takes time to read it, it isn’t a book that you will read in one time but more a book you keep going back to, read a bit, search for info etc. I love the explanation and always share the knowledge with friends dogowners.
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susan –
Love It – Helped Me Make Homemade Dog Food and My Dog Lost Weight!
I absolutely love “The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer.” Here’s why this book has been a game-changer for me and my dog:Pros:Informative: The book is packed with surprising new science and practical advice on how to help your dog live a healthier, longer life. It’s an eye-opener on canine nutrition and wellness.Homemade Dog Food: Inspired by the book, I started making homemade dog food, and the results have been fantastic. My dog has lost weight and looks healthier and more energetic.Easy to Follow: The recipes and tips provided are easy to follow. Even someone new to making homemade dog food can do it with confidence.Comprehensive: It covers a wide range of topics, from diet and exercise to preventive healthcare and environmental factors, providing a holistic approach to canine health.Engaging: The writing is engaging and accessible, making it an enjoyable read as well as a valuable resource.Cons:None! I am completely satisfied with this book.Overall, “The Forever Dog” has made a significant positive impact on my dog’s health. I highly recommend it to any dog owner looking to improve their canine companion’s quality of life.
Nore Lineas –
Top Three Favorite Dog Books
I happened to find this book in a bookshop window in a really cool downtown I was visiting on my birthday. It looked like a fun read so I bought it and it was INCREDIBLY educational, well written, and life changing. I have used and used this book. I brought out my book tabs that I haven’t used since college because there is so much great info in this one book for your dog. If you love dogs, please get this book and read it. Learn and use it. It’s been super helpful to even save money on vet trips (for minor ailments) and I do think that it will benefit them in the long term as well. I have recommended this book to everyone I meet that has any interest in dogs at all. I have given out copies as prizes for trivia because I think this book is so beneficial. This is in my top three animal books and I use it all the time to refer back to and re-learn something again. We can do SO much better for our doggos, and we should. The authors make it very easy to do and understand and the amount of citation to credible, legitimate resources is remarkable.
Mike Merrill –
A Dog Lover’s Survival Guide. Literally!
If you’re a dog lover, this book is a must read. It’s well written, easy to read, and filled with very helpful information to help you give your dogs their best life. It is not a dry, boring textbook that will put you to sleep. It’s interesting and engaging, and written so you can take a away little nuggets and put them into play before you even finish the book.I have to admit, I’ve had dogs pretty much my whole life, and I’ve run an animal rescue group for several years. Even with that background, I learned something new in every chapter. It’s interesting, engaging and informative.For pet parents interested in better health options for your dogs, there is an overwhelming array of information online. Way too much to digest, actually. This book boils it down, with just enough of the scientific explanation to make it clear the authors know their stuff. Their explanations are straightforward, and the lessons learned are easy to implement.The Forever Dog will save you a fortune on vet bills in the future by helping you prevent problems before they occur. It’s a very small investment for people who love their dogs and want to give them better, longer lives. Well done!
Jeannette Southard –
Great Book
Perfect
sharon kovar –
Rey technical took with lots of research.
Interesting book. Very technical. I wish they had included a few recipes.
Richard Thomas –
Informative
Very informative book and very helpful
Amazon Customer –
Absolutely Mind Blowing
First, let me start off by saying I am an avid dog lover – I have 5 beautiful rescues! I make homemade toppers for their food and would do just about anything to ensure they are living their healthiest lives. But recently, one of my dogs was diagnosed with HSA cancer (not treatable) and he was immediately put on Yunnan Baiyao and it was a struggle to figure out the best food to help “starve” the cancer. Well, this book not only taught me so much about kibble, quality of food for my dogs, but also so many insights on herbs, medicinal mushrooms (helps with cancer and sundowners). This book introduced me to the right way to ensure my dogs get the best quality of food – and did you know that dogs only need less than 10% carbs in their diet and most kibble is at 40% plus? I learned so much from this book and my dogs loved the Longevity Junkie Bone Broth with so many amazing health benefits. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is a dog owner! Must read for sure. For my HSA pup, he is on a ketogenic diet, primarily raw with splenic herbal support for his blood and his Chinese herbs. Good luck and good reading!
Kindle Customer –
The truth shines through amid all the lies
I wanted more information on food nutrition for doggies. I mean the same goes for us, so it’s gotta be the same for dogs despite what pet shops and even my vet and their technicians say. Processed food isn’t good for you. Straight from nature as much as possible. Canines in the wild didn’t go to a pet shop and buy a processed bag of food. The information in this book is so thorough, down to serving sizes and nutrition information. It gives me all the information I need in a well organized way so I just need to put the puzzle pieces together. I still use some high quality kibble to help balance out the nutrition for now. Plus I’m eating healthier again because whatever pup eats I eat.
Dulce Mendoza –
Yo ya conocía el trabajo de la Dra. Becker y como quién siempre ha tenido perros como mascotas miembros de mi familia, puedo decir sin lugar a dudas que los cambios hechos en la dieta de mis 3 perras han sido de gran beneficio al pasar del alimento seco (croquetas) a la dieta natural (no cruda ya q hay q considerar que desafortunadamente en Mexico hay muchos claroscuros en la forma en que manejan los productos cárnicos). El cambio en la dieta se ve reflejado en la salud de las mascotas directamente, mis perras ya son geriátricas (dos de 13 y una de 11) y puedo decir que debido a la alimentación q sugiere entre sus distintas modalidades ha generado un cambio de gran beneficio en mis mascotas, piel sana (2 son alérgicas y me fue muy complicado encontrar un tratamiento que no incluyera corticoides), digestión sin complicaciones, sus chequeos anuales son excelentes (les hago un examen de sangre completo anual y gracias a su esquema de alimentación los resultados son muy buenos). Para mi ha sido de gran ayuda apoyarme con el conocimiento de la Dra. Becker y Rodney Habíb en conjunto logran en este libro. Yo recomiendo ampliamente su contenido.
Luffy the dog’s mom –
It’s a wonderful, easy to digest read packed with scientific knowledge. I will never, ever feed my dog or any of my future dogs kibble ever again. I also appreciate all of the information on how us humans can be healthier. too. Also, from an aesthetic point of view, what a beautiful book it is! From the design of the cover to the materials used. It’s high quality, inside and out. My dog loves it too as you can see from the photo 🙂
Pompom –
a must have for every family with a pet
Vee –
Great book and great info! I bought this when it came out and I’m currently re-reading it. I plan on making further improvements to my dogs’ diet (they’re already on raw) and this book has tons of info on how to go about it.This is my go-to for solid info and current data/research.Even if your dog isn’t on raw, this book is still relevant.
Maaike –
I love this book! It takes time to read it, it isn’t a book that you will read in one time but more a book you keep going back to, read a bit, search for info etc. I love the explanation and always share the knowledge with friends dogowners.