The authors provide a comprehensive and informative reference that complements veterinary medicine with a broad range of options and nurturing advice to support optimal canine well being. The contents cover valuable recommendations and guidelines for a wholesome diet; recommendations for a holistic prevention-oriented lifestyle; balancing alternative therapies and conventional medicine; treating specific injuries and illness using homeopathy, herbs, acupressure, bodywork, energy medicine, and other therapies; tips for assembling a holistic medicine chest; and recognizing and managing pain safely with nutritional supplements and herbs. Several chapters are devoted to thoughtful discussions of serious illnesses, senior years, and letting go. Also included are highly useful nutritional, homeopathic, and herbal materia medicas for maintaining and restoring health for your canine companion.