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The Canine Thyroid Epidemic - Answers You Need for Your Dog

by Jean Dodds and Diana Laverdure

 
© 2001, Susan Kamen Marsicano, “Break-Dance”

Dogwise Publishing is pleased to announce the arrival of The Canine Thyroid Epidemic

“Many of you are very familiar with the work of Jean Dodds through her research and the articles she has written on a variety of topics relating to dog health in both academic journals and popular magazines as well as through Hemopet, the first nonprofit blood bank and testing program for animals. In this valuable new book, Jean and Diana explore why canine thyroid disease is so often misdiagnosed or left untreated. The answer lies in part because the symptoms of canine thyroid disease are so varied (both physical and behavioral) and many vets have not been taught the proper way to test for it. The tragedy in all this is that most thyroid problems can be treated successfully once they are properly diagnosed. This book will arm you with what you need to know about thyroid disease so that you have a much better chance of recognizing it and then how to work with your vet to get the proper treatment. You need to play the role of your dog's health advocate in any event, but it is very important in situations where thyroid problems are suspected. Thanks so much to Jean and Diana for writing such a valuable book for all of us who care so much for our dogs!”

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Editorial Reviews

There s probably no one in the dog world who garners as much respect from all quarters as Dr. Jean Dodds. Her latest work alarms and alerts us to an epidemic of thyroid disease of staggering proportions. It alarms us as we witness the early age at which the disorder now commonly appears, and alerts us to how commonly we aggravate the problem through breeding, vaccination and feeding practices. --Steve Marsden, DVM, Canadian Vet. Med. Assoc. Small Animal Clinician of the Year, 2009

The Canine Thyroid Epidemic is an amazing, life-saving gift to countless dogs and the people who love them. This expertly crafted guide provides the tools, advice and information needed to help dog parents navigate this complex, often misdiagnosed and misunderstood disease. From recognizing the signs to finding the right veterinarian to long-term management, I can’t imagine a better resource. Thanks to Dr. Dodds and Ms. Laverdure for shedding light on this epidemic in terms we can all understand. --Melanie Monteiro, author of The Safe Dog Handbook

Product Description

If your dog is lethargic, losing his hair, gaining weight or suddenly becomes aggressive, perhaps the last thing you (or your vet!) would think about is his thyroid. Unfortunately, however, thyroid disorders can cause literally dozens of health and behavioral problems in dogs and frequently go undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed. And the real tragedy is that most thyroid problems are treatable with the right medical care and a well-informed owner can often minimize the chance of a thyroid disorder occurring in the first place.

Noted veterinarian Jean Dodds and co-author Diana Laverdure have done the dog owning public and their vets a great service by writing The Canine Thyroid Epidemic. The book is written in such a way to inform both the average dog owner and animal health care professionals about the ways in which thyroid disorders occur, can be prevented and treated.

Product Details

    * Paperback: 192 pages

    * Publisher: Dogwise Publishing (March 22, 2011)

    * Language: English

    * ISBN-10: 1617810169

    * ISBN-13: 978-1617810169