{"product_id":"the-holistic-cat-isbn-9781556437663","title":"The Holistic Cat","description":"Written in an accessible and engaging style for both seasoned cat lovers and first-time owners, \u003ci\u003eThe Holistic Cat \u003c\/i\u003efocuses on disease prevention and provides specific tips for raising a cat in a healthy, safe environment. Author Jennifer Coscia combines many years of experience as a nutritional consultant and as the owner of an animal rescue adoption organization to cover a range of topics including nutrition, conventional vs. holistic healthcare and the use of complementary veterinary care, indoor vs. outdoor cats, vaccine-related illnesses, household and outdoor hazards, disease-specific advice, and how to make suitable arrangements for care while traveling and moving. Coscia also explores how overuse of vaccines and drugs in veterinary care, along with chemicals and contaminants in pet foods and the water supply, have radically increased disease in cats. \u003ci\u003eThe Holistic Cat \u003c\/i\u003econtains inspiring first-person rescue stories complemented by vibrant photographs. This indispensable resource teaches a new approach to feline health and is also a valuable guide for veterinary students who want to learn about using alternative modalities to treat these extraordinary creatures.“I did not need to read far into Jennifer Coscia’s book to grasp the size of her  heart; her dedication to cats and the loving effort she devotes to homeless cats  are more than admirable. I’d say she is a saint.”\u003cbr\u003e—From the foreword by Don Hamilton,  DVM, author of \u003ci\u003eHomeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs: Small Doses for Small Animals\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“Jennifer Coscia's compassion shines through in her work. She is an example of the  true spirit of rescue and an inspiration to us all.”\u003cbr\u003e—Stephen Hart, DVM, board member,  Wildlife Rescue Coalition of Northeast Florida, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“Pet owners who are interested  in exploring the world of complementary medicine for their pet will enjoy reading  \u003ci\u003eThe Holistic Cat.\u003c\/i\u003e It is a wonderful, educational read!”\u003cbr\u003e—Martina Saunders, DVM, CVA\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“I was pleasantly surprised to discover both an informative and entertaining read from cover to cover…I was so impacted by Jennifer’s experiences that when I reached the final page of \u003ci\u003eThe Holistic Cat\u003c\/i\u003e I knew that this was a book that I would not easily forget.”\u003cbr\u003e—MyFelineFriends.net\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Holistic Cat\u003c\/i\u003e is not just loaded with valuable information and facts that just might surprise you, it also has pictures of lovable cats and stories that are sure to touch your heart.”\u003cbr\u003e—HealthyNewAge.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In this book Coscia presents a complimentary approach to health care by combining conventional veterinary medicine and alternative methods to focus on disease prevention, using first hand knowledge and experience from her shelter cats. She covers a variety of topics and illustrates each with personal experiences… heartwarming and informative.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003ci\u003eCats and Dogs Naturally\u003c\/i\u003eJennifer A. Coscia, a nationally recognized nutritional consultant specializing in disease prevention, received her degree from Clayton College of Natural Health. She has combined her background in nutrition for humans with her love for and care of animals and is the owner\/operator of The Animal Rescue and Adoption Agency, Inc., a non-profit (501c3) no-kill organization for the betterment of animal welfare. As a Petco partner, she has placed hundreds of homeless pets into loving homes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn accomplished journalist and author of \u003ci\u003eThe Fat Elimination and Detox Program: A Holistic Approach to Weight-loss and Disease Prevention\u003c\/i\u003e, Coscia has written for several health publications, including \u003ci\u003eNatural Awakenings\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, \u003ci\u003eThe Beaches\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, and \u003ci\u003eThe San Marco News\u003c\/i\u003e, and has been quoted in \u003ci\u003eWomen's World Weekly, Women's Digest, Fitness, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Woman's Day\u003c\/i\u003e. She is a popular guest speaker and workshop leader for health organizations, including The American Cancer Society and The Lymphoma Society. As a specialist in Holistic Nutrition, she has appeared on FOX TV's new mini health series called \u003ci\u003eWhat the Doctors Don't Tell You \u003c\/i\u003eand has been interviewed on several health topics by First Coast News Channel 12.","brand":"North Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303266275557,"sku":"NP9781556437663","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781556437663.jpg?v=1767739810","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-holistic-cat-isbn-9781556437663","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}