Introduction: Nutritional Terms and Definitions
The Life Cycle and Nutrient Requirements
Glucose and Fatty Acids: Providers of Body Structure and Function
Amino Acids and Proteins: Providers of Body Structure and Function
Vitamins: Cofactors for Nutrient Metabolism
Minerals: Providing Many Functions
The Basics of Nutrient Requirements: Water, Energy, and Protein
Getting Ready to Make Foods: Ingredients, Preparation, and Processing
Formulation, Analysis, and Labeling: Foods to Meet Requirements
Nutrition of Canines through the Life Cycle
Nutrition of Cats, the True Carnivores
Nutrition of Nonruminant Herbivores: Horses
Nutrition of the Rabbit, a Lagomorph
Llamas and Alpacas: Ruminant Companions
Nutrition of Ornamental Birds
Nutrition of Aquarium Fish
Nutrition of Rodents
Nutrition of Reptiles