Gun Dogs: Playful Pup to Hunting Partner (Master Training Series)

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Gun Dogs is the first in a unique and remarkable new series of dog training books designed for both the first-time dog owner and those who already have dog training experience. This is a solid guide to training, covering everything you need to know to start your gun dog off on the right path, a path that will lead to years of gratifying teamwork. Here’s a sampling of what is covered: * Choosing a puppy and naming it * The lowdown on the different breeds * The best training tools and equipment * Selecting a capable vet * The basics of nonverbal communication * Obedience training * Beginning field training.

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Invaluable and truly "user friendly".......2003-04-19

Gun Dogs: Playful Pup To Hunting Partner by master hunter and dog trainer John R. Falk is specifically written for anyone wanting to hunt with a canine companion, whether they are novice hunters and first-time dog owners or seasoned dog hunters with previous field-hunting experience. Superbly enhanced throughout with black and white photography, Gun Dogs comprehensively covers choosing a puppy (and naming it), the different breeds of dogs as the relate to hunting, the best training tools and equipment, selected a capable veterinarian, the basics of nonverbal communication, obedience training, and beginning field training. The debut title in the new Voyageur Press "Master Training Series" for training dogs, Gun Dogs is an invaluable and truly "user friendly" instructional reference for anyone wanting to hunt with dogs.

Gun Dogs is OK.......2000-04-13

The book was well written, but just did not meet my expectations. Wiht a new Brittany, and no experience training a gun dog, I was looking for more nuts and bolts. I was halfway through the book before we got to training. It was all about breeds, picking a puppy and a name, and selecting a collar and leash.

The whistle and hand signals section is helpful. The forced fetching instruction is good, and the training with pigeons is informative.

I only wish there was more step-by-step training guidelines "for dummies."

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Exercise, train, and compete at your best on a vegetarian diet.

Few segments of the population are more mindful of their food intake than athletes and vegetarians. This book combines the unique demands of sports with a healthy vegetarian diet that can help you build energy and endurance and reduce body fat. Whether you are carbo-loading before a marathon or fine-tuning nutrition to get the most out of your workout, registered dietitian and elite vegetarian athlete Lisa Dorfman provides step-by-step information on how to customize your own sport-specific nutrition program and calculate a personal dietary plan for training The Vegetarian Sports Nutrition Guide includes personal stories of athletes who have made the switch to vegetarian diets-from football players and wrestlers to ice skaters and marathoners, some of whom have beaten life-threatening illnesses with the help of this lifestyle. Lisa Dorfman provides a rich array of tasty and diverse vegetarian recipes, menus, easy-to-use charts, and food guides for vegetarians of all types, from the semi-vegetarian to the fruitarian. She also shares the training secrets of seventeen Olympic and world-class athletes who have used their vegetarian diets to achieve peak performance in their careers and optimum health in their lives.

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Best so far.......2006-10-21

This is the best sports nutrition (plant-based or othrewise) book I have read to date. It goes over training, body composition, diet, meal frequency and timing, calorie expenditure, optimal macro and micronutrients intake, etc... posing it all in an inviting format that allows the reader to actually read the book cover to cover (as opposed to just picking out what you "need") I cannot help but want a little bit more depth, but I forgive this due to the large spectrum of an audience the author is writting for. She simply would not be able to cover the plethora of athletes and body-types sufficiently no matter how many volumes she published. I like to believe her remedy for this is her "case-studies" of several different athletes differing in body-type, sport, and dietary preferences. She analyzes them all very thouroughly so that the reader can sort of scrapbook together a profile for themselves based on this information. I was personally happy to see that she included herself as one of the profiles because as a fellow petite female long-distance runner I find it difficult to get accurate information on health and nutrition. Most guidelines appeal to the 'average'size and bodytype which really doesn't help a lot of people.

This is a book for vegetarian and carnivorious athlete (or semi-athlete) alike, wanting to know the science of the feul s/he puts into his/her mouth, and be able to use it to his/her advantage.

I approach this review with 4 stars because of the title and my own personal opinion about nutrition, which I will discuss and allow you to make your ouw decision. Firstly I agree that the title is a bit misleading. Many vegans/strict vegetarians embrace (understandably) any material that endorses their cause, this book seemingly being one of them. Howver, upon reading, one realizes this is a book geared moreso to the health-conscious vegetarian than to the ethical vegetarian. This has upset some of the other reviewers and I suggest you consider it yourself. While the material thoroughly aknowledges the ethical vegetarian, it is obviously secondary to the matter at hand, nutrition. The two ideologies clash on many fronts, so I was suprised to find the author contadict herself on only a few, albeit a very significant few, issue:the dairy and calcium issue and protein. If you are unaware of the 'saga', strict vegetarians preach that dairy products inhibit absorption of calcium due to their high protein content rather than assist it. Furthermore, due to the lower protein content of the vegan diet, not as much calcium is needed because the body can make better use of what calcium is is getting from figs, dark leafy greens, etc... I tend to agree with this as it has been backed up by numerous epidemiological studies around the world, even though I am not a vegetarian. And while Dorfman initially agrees with the health benefits of a lower protein diet, she goes on to warn strict vegetarians/vegans about their low calcium intake recommending supplementation and fortified foods. This can be understood but for reasons on which she does not elaborate. Before agriculte was as large-scale as it is today (yes including organic), flooding the feilds between crops was common. This built up the mineral content of the soil and thus the mineral content of the vegetables growng therein. In today's world this simply is not the case, add that up with an already difficult task of eating a wide and plentiful variety of foods everyday (especially seasonal)and you end up with the unevitabl truth that both vegetarians and carnivors alike should be supplementing their diet with a good daily multivitamin (as a side note, a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables should give you plenty of vitamins, as these come from the plant itself, and so in this case only a multi-mineral supplement would be necessary). She also slips off the low-protein wagon a few times, applauding "low-fat-high-quality protein" as can be seen in her egg-white omelete recipe. I was kind of dissapointed here because one of my favorite parts of vegetarian dogma is how it busts the 'more protein the better' myth, showing that the bonelss skinless chicken breast you're eating for dinner or those 3 glasses of skim milk your drinking or the scoop of protein powder you put in your smoothie still contain calories, and just because a calorie comes from protein doesn't mean it wont be stored as fat. That being said, I want to stress that I am intentionally nit-picking here in the interest of the consumer, and that for all my complaints the author largely does well and only 'slips up' on few occasions.
My last qualm was her apprach to dietary fat. As with my her other inconsistencies, she does well on most accounts to promote dietary fat in its monounsaturated forms and praises its use in place of saturated fats found in animal products. She recommends between 10-30% of daily calories come from fat. This sort of left me luke-warm because although this is standard advise, recent studies show that a diet consisting of up to 40% fat, givin that it is mostly mono-unsaturated, is actually a much healthier diet than the low-fat craze we heve only recently begun to put an end to. However, she does not argue that a moderate amount of good fat in the diet is a bad thing, which is a worthy stride considering the release date of this book.

All that being said, her errors can be made up for by her accuracy in other areas. I recommend the book Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy by Walter Willet for more recent nutritional advise (warning, not a strictly vegetarian book, but not against vegan/vegetarinism either) as far as fat intake and the dairy calcium issue are concerned. But let it be known that he is not writting to the same audience as Dorfman, and therefore generalizes on much of the information about calorie balances, meal frequency, and timing that you would get if you bought the Vegetarian Sports Nutrition Guide.
To get an idea of the message in Eat, Drink,and Be Healthy, go to [...], and look at their food pyramids. Searching this site would probably be only slightly less effective than buying the book.

Geared toward the serious athlete.......2006-08-09

If you are looking for a book with ammo to attack the non-vegans in your life, this is not it. As several of the previous reviews have stated, this book provides numerous alternative nutrition plans. Some of the references made in the book measure the effectiveness of vegetarian diets to non-vegetarian diets when addressing some specific nutritional deficiencies associated with intensive training programs. I suggest that this information is presented as comparative and not as encouragement to become omnivorous as has been implied. As a committed vegetarian I took no offense to any of the suspect references.

Read with the absence of political bias this book is extremely informative to the serious athlete. Actual nutrition plans and specific rationale are included from vegetarian athletes with unequivocal credibility. The book is also extremely readable with bios and recipes inserted appropriately to support the nutritional strategies.

My reason for buying this book was to get an edge on my long run times and learn how to recover faster after races and heavy workouts. This book delivered on both accounts.
If you're a weekend mall walker looking for a recipe book, there are several out there that will teach you how to make foo-foo dishes until your eyes bleed. If you are serious about athletic training and understanding vegetarian sports nutrition, you are in the right place.

Not a vegetarian book.......2006-04-20

This book uses many examples of athletes who call themselves "semi" vegetarian. Meaning they still consume meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products, consuming any amount of animal flesh is not vegetarianism.

She also references the lacto-vegetarian diet as consuming poultry, eggs, and dairy. Poultry is meat and does not constitute vegetarianism. Lacto means consuming dairy.

She is a strong voice for the supplement industry suggesting large amounts of creatine supplements as well as protein supplements. It is well known that the body cannot store protein and any excess is excreted in the urine along with calcium used in the process of alkalinizing and excreting the protein which can put you at risk for osteoporosis, not a good idea.

Much of the information in the book is highly outdated, focused on supplements and does not offer any sound advice for a true vegetarian who avoids all animal flesh.

The book has a slight undertone of trying to persuade you away from vegetarianism which I found odd for a book that claims to be for vegetarians.

I would not recommend this book, I should have read the other reviews before buying it. There are numerous truly vegetarian and vegan olympic or world class athletes, this book gives terrible examples of "semi" vegetarians or what should be termed non-vegetarians.
If you are a true vegetarian, I wouldn't buy this book as it really isn't for vegetarians.

deceitful title.......2004-06-16

I read in one review posted above "and you are (or aspire to be) a vegan, then this book is definitely for you." is this a JOKE? THIS reader obviously did not open this book at all! the term "vegetarian" in used so freely that people that eat a burger a week are considered "semi-vegetarians". What is that supposed to mean? And what about "pesco-vegetarians"? This guide is a joke. If you take veganism or vegetarianism seriously, don't waste your money on this title. However, I give it 2 stars because it has some information on vitamins and other supplements. Yet, I can get the same advice from any other "omni/carnivore" regular nutrition book.

Just what I was looking for !!!.......2002-06-21

If you consider yourself to be an endurance athlete (of any type) and you are (or aspire to be) a vegan, then this book is definitely for you. I have seen many other books that say the word "Vegetarian" on the cover, when they really mean ovo-lacto-pesco-vegetarian (eggs, milk, and fish). This book lives up to it's title by featuring lots of recipes, example diets (from professional vegan athletes), and nutrition information for vegans (persons who eat absolutely NO animal products)!

Training Nutrition: The Diet and Nutrition Guide for Peak Performance

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Training Nutrition: The Diet and Nutrition Guide for Peak Performance
Ed Burke , U. S. Swimming , and Jacqueline R. Berning
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The best guide available on the topic of training nutrition. Written by a sports nutritionist and an exercise physiologists who have worked with elite Olympic, professional, college and high school athletes.

The Complete Guide to Food for Sports Performance: A Guide to Peak Nutrition for Your Sport

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An excellent source of information
A fantastic book for sports people at any level.
Covers nutrition issues specific to a variety of sports
a very readable and practical update on sports nutrition

The Complete Guide to Food for Sports Performance: A Guide to Peak Nutrition for Your Sport
Louise Burke
Manufacturer: Allen & Unwin Pty., Limited (Australia)
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An excellent source of information.......2001-02-22

The complete guide to food for sports performance is an excellent resource for athletes of all levels. Not only does it provide detailed nutritional information during training it also provides very useful tips for competition (pre-, during and post). The second part of the book addresses a wide range of different sports from distance running and rowing to gymnastics and diving. This part is particularly useful as it highlights problems and nutritional deficiencies that are experienced by athletes in this sport, thus helping the reader to pinpoint (or watch out for) certain eating "mistakes" in their favourite sport. Case studies offer very useful examples on how even small changes in the diet can make a big difference. A brilliant book for anyone interested in sports nutrition.

A fantastic book for sports people at any level........1999-09-30

The Complete Guide to Food for Sports Performance is the best sports nutrition resource I have come across. It covers a great variety of sports and is suitable for the recreational sportsperson to the professional athlete. It covers eveything anyone would want to know about sports nutrition and is set out in an easy-to-read manner. Every sports person or sports professional should have a copy of this book

Covers nutrition issues specific to a variety of sports.......1999-09-30

I regularly use the book as a quick reference when developing resources or planning a lecture. It is an easy read and provides nutrition tips and issues specific to individual sports. The way the book is set up, allows you to access the information quickly.

a very readable and practical update on sports nutrition.......1999-09-29

It is hard to keep reading about what "the athlete" should eat. The athlete doesn't exist. But gymnasts and runners and swimmers and basketball players do, and they all have really different needs and interests. This book begins with a section on the principles of sports nutrition - from the science to the general practice. This part is good, and provides an up-to-date view of the latest ideas in eating for peak performance. This shouldn't be too surprising since the author is the head of nutrition at the Australian Institute of Sport. The language is easy to read and makes scientific principles comprehensible.

But it is the second half of this book that is unique and special. It takes a focussed look at various sports, providing a personal glimpse of the nutritional needs and the real life eating practices of the athletes involved. Sports really differ in their lifestyle, their competition needs, their traditions and the ways in which their athletes/players eat to be at their best. These chapters discuss the key nutrition issues that arise in a sport, providing specialised strategies to deal with these issues. It reviews applied sports nutrition studies that can answer specific questions in a sport, and provides case histories to illustrate the special nutritional challenges and solutions. Find out how Tour de France riders refuel during their event. Read how gymnasts manage weight control issues, or whether weightlifters need to eat more protein. Read some of the letters written to body building magazines and compare the answers provided in the magazines with the advice of a real sports nutrition expert. Compare the strategies that football players or runners need to use to stay hydrated during their events. This is the first time that I have gained specific insights into the real life world of sports nutrition. I hope this book continues to be updated to provide a great blend of the science and practice of sports nutrition. I would recommend this book to athletes, coaches and parents. But I also think that many sports science and medicine professionals will benefit from the "birdseye" view of sports nutrition.

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The growing season of the coastal Carolinas is different from anywhere else. Since we are in a transition zone between temperate and tropical climates, plants that thrive in other places only suffer and cause aggravation here. Spring comes early to the region, summer stretches on for what seems like forever, fall lasts into December and winter is over in February, all of which create unique challenges for gardeners.

Henry Rehder, Jr., a noted Wilmington horticulturist locally known as Dr. Plant, is an authority on coastal gardening. His family has owned and operated Will Rehder Florist, Inc. for more than 127 years. Henry Rehder, Jr. himself is the former host of a question-and-answer radio gardening program and is the garden writer for the Wilmington Star-News and Scene Magazine. His first book, Growing a Beautiful Landscape, (Banks Channel Books) is a regional bestseller.

Because gardening in the Eastern Carolinas is distinctive, Mr. Rehder has written a daily guide for gardeners in the coastal plain. The guide, which takes the difficulty out of successful gardening, will be an important resource for coastal residents. Those who are new to the area will quickly learn how to adapt their gardening skills to meet the challenges of the region. Natives of the Carolinas will benefit from the authors vast knowledge and experience with local flora.

Creating a Beautiful Landscape clarifies why our climate poses unique lawn and garden challenges. Divided into seasonal sections, monthly and daily activities, this book explains everything the reader will need to know in order to have a flourishing garden: when and how to prepare the soil for planting; which plants are best for our environment; when to plant perennials, vegetables, shrubs and trees, and how to prepare them for adverse weather. Also included is a clear, yet simple How To section, which covers a gamut of activities to help readers make the most of their gardens.

Designed to be useful to both novice and experienced gardeners, this book helps readers create their own beautiful landscapes. Mr. Rehders passion for the subject shines on every page, making this book an enjoyable and informative read. Creating a Beautiful Landscape will become an essential part of every coastal gardeners reference library.

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A commonsense discussion of stroke makes this an invaluable guide to survival for all family members and loved ones who have been affected by it and other communication disorders.

Inlcudes a strong psychological focus with a positive tone.
Includes case studies, examples, and descriptions illustrating the covered topics, as well as a question-and-answer section covering specific issues not addressed within the book.
Includes a glossary defining and explaining stroke terminology in language accessible to all readers.

"This book is about the power of knowledge to overcome adversity," states author Dennis Tanner. "Its premise is simple: when stroke survivors and their families are provided with current and meaningful information, they are armed with the tools necessary to go from being victims to being victors...." Tanner's book is indeed about victory. It is about survival and rehabilitation. It is about rebuilding relationships and lives and restoring hope and dignity to those who are coping with the challenge of stroke recovery. This book clearly describes the "big three" stroke-related communication disorders: aphasia, apraxia, and dysarthrias. This is a comprehensive guide for families of stroke survivors, for speech pathologists and rehabilitation specialists, and for counselors who respond to the needs of stroke survivors and their families. Through nontechnical terms, a short story, case studies, questions and answers, and examples, this book engages all readers on a journey toward understanding, healing, and persevering.

Dr. Dennis C. Tanner is currently Professor of Speech Pathology and Audiology at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dr. Tanner is the author of 3 books and over 25 articles and scientific papers addressing the neurogenic communication disorders.

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surviving stroke & communicatons disorders.......2000-03-03

The book was well written. It gave good insight to what many stroke survivors face when they confronted with the disablity of not being able to communicate by speech. It's obvious that Dennis Tanner has a great degree of empathy for stroke survivors and their care providers. The book describes in detail what is transpiring physically with apraxia of speech. Speech is compared to a computer and its many funtions. As a stroke survivor with severe Broca's apshasia and resulting apraxia I found the book to be of great help as did my family. It was well written and answered many of the questions that my family and myself had. I would recommend it as a "must" for stroke survivors with communication disorders.

surviving stroke & communicatons disorders.......2000-03-03

All about language disorders caused by stroke.......1999-05-02

The author, a speech therapist, discusses in great detail the "big three" communication disorders caused by stroke: aphasia, apraxia and dysarthria as well as the ramifications of these disabilities for the patient. Technical terms are explained in detail so that the non-medical person can understand them. The psychological aspects of language loss are discussed in terms of the patient's anxiety, depression and acceptance of unwanted change. Speech rehabilitation is covered and the book has typical questions and answers a reader might ask following the last chapter. Resources such as web sites, support groups, etc. are also included. The book may be overly detailed for some readers. I was disappointed that the author dealt primarily with the stroke patient's survival without addressing how the family could survive the often devastating effects of language disability or loss.

All about language disorders caused by stroke.......1999-05-02

Family Guide to Surviving Stroke & Communications Disorders

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Family Guide to Surviving Stroke & Communications Disorders
Dennis C. Tanner
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The Family Guide to Surviving Stroke and Communication Disorders, 2E is a comprehensive guide for families of stroke survivors, for speech pathologists and rehabilitation specialists, and for counselors who respond to the needs of stroke survivors and their families. Through nontechnical terms, case studies, questions and answers, and examples, this book engages all readers on a journey toward understanding, healing, and persevering. This book also clearly describes the "big three" stroke-related communication disorders - aphasia, apraxia, and dysarthrias. New chapters in this second edition include examples of the courage, determination, and resourcefulness of actual stroke survivors and their families in meeting the challenges of this major life-altering event.

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