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Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats (2006)
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National Research Council
Essential for serious practitioners. An excellent reference to many of the studies available on nutrition and their discussion.
Do keep your eye out. This book sold in many places at varying prices. Do not pay more than $122 USD for US Residents.
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Canine and Feline Nutrition
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Linda P. Case, MS, Leighann Daristotle, DVM, PhD, Michael G. Hayek, PhD, and Melody Foess Raasch, DVM
Arguably the most essential canine and feline nutrition textbook. Useful for all levels of students.
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Small Animal Clinical Nutrition
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More technical reading experience. This provides a look at different life stages and status. Discusses ingredient selection and supplement selection.
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Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology
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Victoria Aspinall, BVSc, MRCVS
Melanie Cappello, BSc(hons) Zoology PGCE VN
Understanding the body components and functions provides greater insight to how we nourish our pets.
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Dog Food Logic (Dogs Only)
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Linda P. Case, M.S.
Begin thinking like a nutritionist. This book discusses proper decision making and much needed critical thinking skills.
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The Cat: Its Behavior, Nutrition, & Health (Cats Only)
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Linda P. Case, M.S.
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Applied Veterinary Clinical Nutrition
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Andrea J. Fascetti, Sean J. Delaney (editors)
Clinical use. An advanced addition to the bookshelf. Not for starters.
