Principles of Companion Animal Nutrition
2nd Edition
Published on 5. July 2013
Book
Hardback
320 pages
978-0-13-270670-4 (ISBN)
Description
Principles of Companion Animal Nutrition, Second Edition, covers basic biological principles and day-to-day practices of pet nutrition in a scientifically accurate, yet easy-to-read, format. Practical applications throughout the text help students make a direct connection between the daily practice of animal nutrition and the underlying biological processes and research that support those practices. Ample illustrations and real-world applications make difficult concepts easy to understand for students and bring to life the role of scientific research in improving the nutrition and health of companion animals.
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John P. McNamara
Principles of Companion Animal Nutrition
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04/2005
Pearson
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Content
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
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