Not Fit for a Dog!: The Truth About Manufactured Dog and Cat Food

by Michael W. Fox, Elizabeth Hodgkins, Marion E. Smart

This book clearly indicates that the massive recall of more than 1,000 different varieties of cat and dog food is but the tip of the proverbial iceberg. Beneath the radar of inadequate government oversight, there are serious problems about pet food manufacturers’ claims and assurances of product safety and quality. This book’s disturbing findings conclude that too many veterinarians are uninformed of the dangers of mixing some pet food with prescribed medication and antibiotics which may exacerbate the pet’s condition. Not just an exposé, Not Fit for a Dog! authors explore what is best to feed one’s pet for their ultimate health and happiness.

Genres: Animals

200 pages, Hardcover

First published May 31, 2008

About the author

Dr. Michael W. Fox is a well-known veterinarian, former vice president of The Humane Society of the United States, former vice president of Humane Society International and the author of more than 40 adult and children’s books on animal care, animal behavior and bioethics.

An expert in both medicine and psychology, Dr. Fox's training includes a degree in veterinary medicine as well as doctorate degrees in medicine and animal behavior/ethology. A strong advocate of animal rights, bioethics and environmental protection, Dr. Fox is an international veterinary consultant to various animal-related organizations.

A recipient of the Christopher Award for children's literature for his book "The Wolf," Dr. Fox has written more than 40 books for adults and children. He has also written more than 2,000 articles for professional journals and consumer magazines. Dr. Fox lectures extensively to an international audience of conservation and animal protection groups. He has appeared frequently on "The Tonight Show" and as a guest on other network television and radio talk shows and documentaries. He is a member of the British and American Veterinarian Medical Associations, the Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights and the American Holistic Veterinary Association.

Dr. Fox lives in Minneapolis with his wife, Deanna, and their animal companions. They jointly run the India Project for Animals and Nature (IPAN) in the Nilgiris, South India.

Reviews

[Sierra · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have appreciated a chapter about dogs and dry kibble. Only cats are covered and unfortunately their digestion and domestication is different. Cats are fundamentally unchanged from their ancestors. I also felt that it ended oddly and was abrupt. However, it was still very informative and I would recommend it.

[Eva · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great way to learn about commercial pet food, what ingredients are contained in them, how it is made and the nutritional value in it compared with raw , home cooked and less processed foods. The nutritional information covered organic and GM foods, and also touched on food for human consumption within this context. I would have liked to have seen a greater variety of raw and home cooked recipes in the book, particularly ones without grains.

[Brooke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oy! I'm so glad I switched to a meal that *I* prepare prior to reading this. You'll never want to open a bag of kibble again.

PS. I know someone who used to do pathology at a vet hospital: the 4D thing is very true.