Edition |
First edition. |
Description |
205 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm |
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Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Summary |
A fitness guide for canines and their human companions introduces a regimen designed to turn one's dog into a workout buddy, with a progressive walking program that is fun and effective for promoting a lifetime of weight control. |
Contents |
Part I: Tackling two health epidemics, one leash and two patients at a time -- The people and pets health connection -- Why your dog is the ideal workout partner -- Part II: A plan of action -- People patterns: Pinpointing your personal eating and exercise habits -- Pet patterns: Pinpointing your dog's eating and exercise habits -- Ready, set: Starting out on the right foot (or paw) -- Let the workouts begin -- Making it fun for Fido -- Roadblocks and setbacks -- Success! |
Subject |
Physical fitness.
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Weight loss.
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Dog owners -- Health and hygiene.
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Dogs -- Health.
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Dogs -- psychology.
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Obesity -- veterinary.
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Obesity -- prevention & control.
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Physical Fitness.
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Added Author |
Kushner, Robert F., 1953-
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ISBN |
0307338584 alkaline paper |
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9780307338587 alkaline paper |
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