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Gr enAn Eco-Friendly

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Table of Contents

Introduction .................................................................................. 4Whats This Book About? ........................................................................................................4Green Dog Health ..................................................................................................................7

Green Dog .................................................................................... 8Nutrition Pyramid ..................................................................................................................9What to Feed Your Green Dog ..............................................................................................10Recipes ................................................................................................................................11

All Dogs Need Exercise ............................................................... 12Benets of Excercise and Socialization .................................................................................12Problems With Lack of Exercise and Socialization ................................................................12

Natural Pest Control .................................................................... 13


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Introduction

Whats This Book About?

Ecology

The Green Dogs Handbook was created to try to answer some questions abouthow to raise a healthy, happy dog while at the same time reducing your friendscarbon footprint. This is a handbook that has ideas and places you can start withyour dog, and hopefully some of the ideas you nd here will inspire new ideas youcan use with your dog.

There are a couple of approaches we use in the book.

1. We approach dog care naturally in most cases, except where there are seriousissues with no other choices.

2. We approach feeding dogs in a vegetarian manner, unless there is a compellingveterinary reason not to.

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We believe being green includes being vegan and reducing the chemicals weuse on our dogs. Veganism can work for most dogs, and certainly the productssuch as collars, leashes and dog beds can be locally sourced and vegan to

minimize the impact they have on our resources and the environment.

But there is another benet to having green dogs. The increased lifespan yourdogs will enjoy as they eat home-cooked human-grade foods, have decreasedincidence of weight problems and dental problems associated with commer-cial dog foods, and the reduction of problems associated with chemical treat-ments for insects, grooming products, and other products they are exposed to.

We hope you enjoy reading these ideas for decreasing your dogs carbon paw-print and increasing his or her health!

Asante!

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1. EsophagusThe tube that brings food to the stomach.

2. LiverMakes digestive enzymes and bile to digest fats.

3. Gall BladderHolds bile and releases into small intestine to digest fats

4. StomachBreaks down food with extremely acidic juices andmovement.

5. PancreasProduces enzymes which help in digestion of food andhormones, such as insulin.

6. Small IntestineAbosorbs nutrients in the liquid that comes fromstomach.

7. Large Intestine

Absorbs water and some nutrients and forms feces.

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How Dogs Digest FoodAnatomy

The anatomy of a dog is similar to humans. Some of the dierences between human and dog digestion are:

Dogs intestines are much shorter. Food moves through their systems much faster than through a humans.

Dogs stomach is more acidic-as acidic as battery acid! Food remains in the stomach longer to break it down.

Dogs teeth and saliva dier, they cant move jaw back and forth to grind food.

Dog Digestive System

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Green Dog Health

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Dogs are in the order Carnivora. This order is varied and comprises both carnivorous and omnivorous mammals. The dogfamily is the Canidae. Canids are both carnivorous and omnivorous.Dogs have specic nutritional needs that can be met with vegan diets, but may need supplementation. Do your research andremember that many people are not fans of change. Veganism frightens them. So make sure the research you do is balanced.I have had so many people tell me how dangerous it is for my dogs, how wrong etc. My dogs are healthy and happy as veg-ans and may be more healthy than dogs on commercial food diets.

Get both sides of the story before you change your dogs diet. I am condent that once you do the research you will nd thatyour dog will thrive on a carefully planned vegan diet.

Four of the most often cited nutritional concerns for vegan dogs are:

Protein: Needs can easily be met with seeds, nuts, soy and beans. Found in adequate amounts in commercially availablevegan foods. For home-cooked meals, all should be very well cooked so they are easily digestible.

L-carnitine: Essential amino acid found in esh. Supplemented in commercial vegan dog foods. Can be supplemented withvitamins for home-cooked meals.

Taurine: Essential amino acid found in esh. Supplemented in commercial vegan dog foods. Can be supplemented with vita-mins for home-cooked meals.

B-12: Vitamin found only in animal products. Supplemented in commercial vegan foods. Can be supplemented with vitaminsfor home-cooked meals.

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Nutrition Pyramid

Dogs require nutrients that are similar to a humans dietary requirements of proteins, carbohydrates and fats.However, there are some important dierences. A few of these are:

Dogs require more protein than humans.

Dogs do not require vitamin C. They can manufacture it.

Dogs do not have the same enzymes to break down carbohydrates, so they need them to be processed.

Carbohydrates

Oils

Protein

FiberVitaminsMinerals

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Nutrients

1.CarbohydratesUsed for energy and is converted into glucose.

2. ProteinProteins are the building blocks in animalnutrition.

3.OilsOils or fatty acids are needed for proper cellfunction. Also important for skin and coat.

4. FiberAids digestion.

5. VitaminsNecessary in small amounts for cell function.

6.MineralsNecessary in small amounts for cell function.Bones and teeth require large amounts of calcium.


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What to Feed Your Green DogFeeding green can be easy and healthy for your best friend. Vegetarian dogs have been around for centuries, and

they do great. Dogs have similar requirements for nutrition as humans. There are some major dierences though. Someexamples are:

Dogs tend to have allergies that aect their skin, this can be serious and foods should be monitored for allergic

reaction

Dogs need well cooked grains for digestion.

Certain foods that are ne for humans are toxic to dogs.

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Feed Regularly-Usually NotAllergens

Feed With Care-Toxic at High Levels,Allergens

Never Feed-Toxic to Dogs

Legumes Legumes Raisins and GrapesPinto, Black, Lima, Lentils, Peas Soy (allergen) Human Vitamins (Especially with Iron)

Grains Grains Macadamia Nuts

Barley, Rice, Spelt, Oats, Rye Wheat, Corn (low digestibility, allergen) Fruit Pits (Peach, Apricot, Mango)

Supplements Vegetables Chocolate

Nutritional Yeast, Brewers Yeast Onions, Garlic (small quantities OK) Xylitol

Oils Tomatoes, Avocados, Rhubarb Salt

Canola, Sunower, Safower Fruits Nutmeg

Flax, Evening Primrose, Hemp Citrus Fruits Alcohol

Vegetables

Kale, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Squash,

Broccoli, Chard, Celery, Spinach

Fruits

Melon, Apple, Banana, Peaches,

Pear, Papaya, Figs, Mango, Berries

Seeds

Sunower, Sesame, Flax


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All Dogs Need Exercise

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Benets of Excercise and Socialization Improves behavior

Increases success in training programs

Improves temperament and disposition

Decreases stress and fear

Decreases destructive behavior

Decreases veterinary visits

Problems With Lack of Exercise and Socialization Can cause aggression or other social problems

Bored dogs are more likely to dig, bark and destroythings

Lack of socialization can cause fear of other

people/dogs

Causes health issues and weight issues

Negatively aects a dogs psychological state


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Natural Pest Control

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Essential Oils

1. LavenderEective for repelling eas, along with citronellaand eucalyptus.

2. SageRepels ticks and eas as well, but can be irritatingto skin if placed directly on skin. Make sure to use

mixed with water.

3. LemongrassRepels mosquitos. Mix with 2 oz. water and 2 ozwitch hazel. Add two drops lemongrass and twodrops citronella.

Many ea and tick medications contain toxic ingredients that aredangerous to both dog and people. Using essential oils in your homeand garden is a good way to avoid toxins and eectively disvcouragepests.

You can mix about six drops in four ounces of water and spray ontoyour companion animal to repel pests.


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Shanti was a rescue who wandered up into our yard andinto our hearts. We fostered him green style for almost ayear until we found a wonderful forever family for him.

We also have two other rescue dogs and a cat.

We love living the green lifestyle and our dogs and cat dotoo!

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