"Beef" Puppy Starter Pack
- SKU: 3556
Dr. Ziegler’s … from the very beginning, for a dog’s entire life!
♦ Treat your puppy or give it as a gift!
♦ Natural, species-appropriate wet and dry beef
food ♦ High-quality snacks and chews made from delicious beef
♦ Food samples to try
♦ Accessories, informational materials, and toys
♦ Packaged in an attractive gift box
Description
With our Starter Pack, your puppy will have everything he needs for a healthy, species-appropriate diet right from the start.
The “Beef” Puppy Starter Pack contains:
- 1x cold-pressed dry food (beef), 1 kg
- 1x Beef wet food, Menu, 800g can
- 1x Beef Soft Treats, 200g
- 1x dried beef, 200g
- 3x samples of cold-pressed dry food, various varieties
- 1x Universal Para Dog Capsules, 60 capsules
- 1x Healthy Toys Ball (Medium)
- 1x Clicker
- 1x Goat Whole Milk Powder, 300g
- 1x tick remover
- 1x Dr. Ziegler’s Keychain
- 1x Large Can Blanket
- 1x BARF Dog Brochure
- 1x Herbs brochure
- 1x BARF for Dogs and Puppies brochure
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Our Dr. Ziegler's Organic Beef is a recipe made with flavorful organic beef, sweet fruit, and gluten-free buckwheat from certified organic farms. A real treat for your furry friend!
with a 100% protein source
Made with natural ingredients of the highest quality and food-grade standard
Composed exclusively of ingredients listed on the ingredient label
Cold-filled to preserve nutrients as much as possible
No animal or bone meal
No artificial additives
Not tested on animals
No synthetic vitamins
Ingredients:
50% organic beef (muscle meat, heart, lung, liver),
25% organic apple,
23% organic pear,
1% organic buckwheat,
1% organic flaxseed oil
Nutritional value per 100 g
: Calcium 0.01 g, Phosphorus 0.05 g, Ca/P ratio 0.18
Analytical Constituents
: Moisture 73.6%,
Crude Protein 7.0%,
Crude Fat 4.8%,
Crude Fiber 1.3%,
Crude Ash 2.1%
Feeding recommendation:
5–7% of body weight for puppies
, 4% of body weight for young dogs
, 3–4% of body weight for adult dogs
, 2–3% of body weight for senior dogs
For a balanced diet, please supplement
with*calcium (seaweed lime, eggshell powder, deer antler meal, or meat bone meal from PerNaturam)
*high-quality omega-3 oils (e.g., salmon oil)
*mineral supplements such as Komplement Basis from PerNaturam
Our primary focus is on healthy and species-appropriate nutrition. Since we do not use synthetic additives—which are, however, required for the product to be labeled as a complete feed—our wet food line is classified as a supplemental feed.
Supplemental feed for dogs
Dr. Ziegler's BARF Guide for Dogs
This free BARF guide for dogs focuses on the question: What can my dog eat?
It explains the proper balance between animal and plant-based components in a dog’s diet, listing and discussing all animal and plant-based ingredients in detail.
From meats such as beef, organ meats, bones, poultry, lamb, and horse to fish, you’ll learn about the BARF properties of each animal protein. The plant-based sources and ingredients required for a BARF diet are also described in detail, whether they are salads, vegetables, fruits, grains, or herbs (if you’d like to delve deeper into the topic of herbal BARF, we recommend our free BARF Herb ABC).
When feeding raw meat, it’s also essential to provide healthy oils and fats and to ensure your dog’s calcium needs are met. To help you provide your four-legged friend with all the important nutrients in their diet, we list the key points for this in our BARF dog guides.
Finally, we offer feeding recommendations for dogs on a BARF diet. With our BARF calculator or calculation model, you can also learn how to correctly calculate your dog’s BARF requirements. In addition, we provide an overview of foods that are unsuitable for dogs.
Make the switch to a healthy BARF diet for your dog today with our free BARF guide!
Would you like to feed your cat a BARF diet and help her enjoy a better diet? Then be sure to grab our free BARF guide for cats right away!
If you’d like to learn even more interesting facts and tips about BARF, just click through our BARF blog! Enjoy reading!
Dr. Ziegler's Herb ABC
In this free brochure, we provide an alphabetical overview of the most important herbs and herbal supplements used in BARF cooking.
It describes the individual medicinal ingredients and their effects. Whether you’re looking for herbs to aid digestion, herbs to strengthen the immune system, or medicinal herbs to relieve inflammation—in our BARF Herbal ABC, you’ll find information to help you tailor your dog’s and/or cat’s BARF meals to their specific health needs and supplement them with the right herbal supplements.
Enrich your pets’ lives with herbs today and get our informative BARF Herb ABC brochure completely free of charge!
For more valuable information on BARF feeding, get our free BARF Guide for Dogs and our BARF Guide for Cats right now!
If you’d like to learn even more interesting facts and tips about BARF feeding, just click through our BARF blog! Enjoy reading!
High-quality dietary supplement for dogs,
100% cold-pressed (max. 45–47°C)
, 0% additives
, free-range beef, gluten-free
.
Also suitable for puppies and young dogs.
Ingredients
:
Ground dried beef 28%, ground millet 27%, rice sprouts, cassava root, wild tripe meal 4%, poultry fat, marine fish oil, seaweed (Ascophyllum nosodum), apples, zucchini, dried herb blend (stinging nettle, field horsetail, blackberry leaves, dandelion, parsley), rose hips, egg yolk, cod liver oil, peat
0.11% magnesium, 0.79% potassium, 0.42% sodium
, 9.2% residual
moisture content, 344 kcal/100g
Countries
of Origin
: Rice germ: Italy
; Millet: France
; Tripe: Germany
; Poultry fat: Switzerland
; Sea fish oil and algae: Scandinavia
; Beef: France
;
Analytical Constituents
: Crude protein 25%, crude fat 10%, crude fiber 3.7%, crude ash 6.9%, calcium 1.2%, phosphorus 0.96%
Iodine content: 3.15 mg/kg
Purine content: 54 mg/100 g
Feeding Recommendation (Total Daily Amount)*
Dog’s weight
Puppy
up to 4 months
: 2.5%
Young dog
, 5–12 months
2%
Adult dog
(12 months
and older) 1.2%
2 kg
50 g
40 g
24 g
5 kg
125 g
100 g
60 g
7.5 kg
190 g
150 g
90 g
10 kg
250 g
200 g
120 g
12.5 kg
315 g
250 g
150 g
15 kg
375 g
300 g
180 g
17.5 kg
350 g
210 g
20 kg
400 g
240 g
25 kg
500 g
300 g
30 kg
600 g
360 g
35 kg
420 g
40 kg
480 g
45 kg
540 g
50 kg
600 g
*The recommended daily feeding amount depends on the dog’s activity level and overall physical condition and may vary. Fresh drinking water must always be available in sufficient quantities. Start with the specified minimum amount and increase the feeding amount as needed.
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in airtight containers. Our dry food contains no synthetic preservatives; it may begin to mold if stored in an airtight container.
Beef Softies
Our Beef Softies are a semi-moist treat. Ideal for training, as the small pieces can be eaten quickly. The processed Swiss beef comes from controlled, animal-welfare-friendly farms.
Ingredients
70% beef, potato starch, vegetable by-products (cellulose powder and glycerin from purely plant-based ingredients), minerals
Our chew treats contain no chemical additives, artificial flavors, or artificial colors.
Analytical Constituents
Crude protein 18.1%, crude fat 15.7%, crude ash 5.2%, crude fiber 1.0%, moisture 19%
Feeding Recommendation
As a snack or treat in addition to regular meals. Always provide fresh drinking water.
Single-ingredient food for dogs and cats
Healthy Ball
The Healthy Toys Ball is perfect for hours of outdoor play.
Everyone knows dogs love to play—whether they’re out and about or at home. With the Healthy Ball, a simple walk or other outdoor activities turn into a fun adventure filled with plenty of playtime excitement.
This food-safe and odorless toy can also be filled with treats. Another plus: The ball floats! So you can easily play with it in the water, too.
Features
Materials and Production: 100% Made in Germany, food-safe, odorless, floats, very durable, no risk of injury—thanks to its elastic shape
Diameter 6 cm – Color: orange
Important Note
Please supervise your pet while using this product. Despite its high quality, no product is indestructible. Toys that are too small can be easily swallowed. Please select the product based on your pet’s size.
Ingredients
100% beef
Analytical Constituents
Crude protein 63.5%, crude fat 13.0%, crude ash 10.6%, moisture 4.7%
Feeding Recommendation
As a snack or treat in addition to regular meals. Always provide fresh drinking water.
Single-Ingredient Treat
Our chew treats contain no chemical additives, artificial flavors, or artificial colors.
Dried Beef 200 g for Dogs – Crispy Energy Snack Made from Pure Beef
Dried beef is one of the most popular natural snacks for dogs, and for good reason. Our dried beef for dogs is made from 100% high-quality beef. As a dried meat treat, it offers an intense flavor, a firm texture, and valuable protein that will keep your four-legged friend full and satisfied for a long time. With our 200-g package, you’ll get an aromatic, healthy snack that makes every moment special.
Dried Beef for Dogs – Pure Delight in Every Fiber
Our dried beef for dogs is made from lean cuts of beef, with no artificial flavors or hidden additives. The gentle air-drying process preserves the flavor, texture, and valuable nutrients. The nutritional value of dried beef is impressive, with a high protein content, low fat, and a natural concentration of minerals. It’s a snack that not only tastes great but also provides a meaningful nutritional boost.
Jerky, Biltong, and More – Natural Protein for Active Dogs
Whether it’s jerky, dried meat, or biltong, dried beef combines everything dogs love about meat. The firm texture challenges the chewing muscles and can help remove plaque. The intense flavor appeals even to the most discerning dogs. Thanks to its high protein content, dried beef is both a snack and an energy source—ideal before a workout or as a reward during a walk.
What Sets Our Dried Beef Apart
This dried beef for dogs is crunchy, has an intense meaty aroma, and keeps your dog engaged for a long time. The high protein content supports muscle development and energy balance, while the natural fat content provides a valuable, easily digestible source of energy. For sensitive dogs that rely on all-natural products, dried beef is a healthy and highly recommended choice. Key features at a glance:
100% all-natural beef
No additives, no artificial preservatives
High protein content for active dogs
Aromatic flavor thanks to gentle drying
High-quality single-ingredient food
Top quality from Dr. Ziegler—gentle on the stomach and natural
Discover even more treats for your four-legged friend in our Snacks & Rewards category, including:
Buffalo
Duck
Fish
Antler sticks
Lamb, goat
Pig
Ostrich, antelope, kangaroo
Torgas
200 g of dried beef is a natural, wholesome snack that combines energy, flavor, and quality—just the right thing for dogs who love beef.
100% Goat
Whole Milk Powder—Single-Ingredient Feed for Animals
For use in cases of cow’s milk protein intolerance
Analysis: Crude protein 26 %, fat content 31 %, lactose 33 %, crude ash 6 %, moisture 5 %
Vitamins: A, D3, E, C, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12; Minerals: Potassium, Chloride, Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Copper
Feeding Guidelines:
Recipe for Raising Puppies: Dilute 2 heaping tablespoons with 250 ml of water or goat’s milk, plus 1 egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil, 1/2 teaspoon of bone meal, and 1/2 teaspoon of salmon oil
. General: Dilute
2 heaping tablespoons with 250 ml of water.
Contents: 300 g
Clicker with Wrist Strap
With this clicker, you’ll always click at just the right moment because you won’t have to search for it. You’ll practically always be “on the ball.” It’s also no longer a problem if you have large hands or wear gloves in the winter. The volume of the clicker may vary from one clicker to another; this is due to manufacturing tolerances related to the stainless steel tongue.
• Training accessories for dogs, cats, and horses—always within reach!
Clicker color: Green
Wristband color: Green
Universal for Dogs
may support normal bowel, skin, and immune system function.
Ideal for walks in the woods.
Ingredients
: Flaxseed, evening primrose oil, dandelion herb powder, D-alpha-tocopherol (natural vitamin E), L-carnitine, L-ascorbyl palmitate (esterified vitamin C), calcium carbonate, neem extract, papaya extract (enzymes), zeolite (silicon), zinc acetate, feverfew, black cumin, garlic powder
Dosage
:
Add
1 capsule per 10 kg of body weight to the dog’s food over the course of 1 month.
Suitable for puppies and pregnant or nursing female dogs. Not intended for long-term use; recommended on a quarterly basis.
Contents: 60 capsules
; dietary supplement for dogs
Easily Remove Ticks with TICK TWISTER®
• Leaves no mouthparts in the skin•
Allows you to
grasp the tick without applying pressure• Accommodates the morphology of all ticks, regardless of size•
Allows you to remove ticks from humans and animals•
Allows you to remove the tick quickly and painlessly•
Requires no alcohol or ether•
Allows you to remove the tick quickly and painlessly•
Is unbreakable, durable, and reusable
TICK TWISTER® - leaves no mouthparts in the skin
When you twist, the barbs fold inward toward the axis of rotation. This makes it easy to remove the tick without applying pulling force, which reduces the risk of the hypostome breaking off.
TICK TWISTER® —
does not crush the tick
It is essential not to crush the tick during removal.
Applying pressure to the tick increases the risk of saliva backflow, which may contain various irritants and sometimes microorganisms that can lead to infections.
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Dr. Ziegler's Herb ABC
In this free brochure, we provide an alphabetical overview of the most important herbs and herbal supplements used in BARF cooking.
It describes the individual medicinal ingredients and their effects. Whether you’re looking for herbs to aid digestion, herbs to strengthen the immune system, or medicinal herbs to relieve inflammation—in our BARF Herbal ABC, you’ll find information to help you tailor your dog’s and/or cat’s BARF meals to their specific health needs and supplement them with the right herbal supplements.
Enrich your pets’ lives with herbs today and get our informative BARF Herb ABC brochure completely free of charge!
For more valuable information on BARF feeding, get our free BARF Guide for Dogs and our BARF Guide for Cats right now!
If you’d like to learn even more interesting facts and tips about BARF feeding, just click through our BARF blog! Enjoy reading!
Dr. Ziegler's BARF Guide for Dogs
This free BARF guide for dogs focuses on the question: What can my dog eat?
It explains the proper balance between animal and plant-based components in a dog’s diet, listing and discussing all animal and plant-based ingredients in detail.
From meats such as beef, organ meats, bones, poultry, lamb, and horse to fish, you’ll learn about the BARF properties of each animal protein. The plant-based sources and ingredients required for a BARF diet are also described in detail, whether they are salads, vegetables, fruits, grains, or herbs (if you’d like to delve deeper into the topic of herbal BARF, we recommend our free BARF Herb ABC).
When feeding raw meat, it’s also essential to provide healthy oils and fats and to ensure your dog’s calcium needs are met. To help you provide your four-legged friend with all the important nutrients in their diet, we list the key points for this in our BARF dog guides.
Finally, we offer feeding recommendations for dogs on a BARF diet. With our BARF calculator or calculation model, you can also learn how to correctly calculate your dog’s BARF requirements. In addition, we provide an overview of foods that are unsuitable for dogs.
Make the switch to a healthy BARF diet for your dog today with our free BARF guide!
Would you like to feed your cat a BARF diet and help her enjoy a better diet? Then be sure to grab our free BARF guide for cats right away!
If you’d like to learn even more interesting facts and tips about BARF, just click through our BARF blog! Enjoy reading!
High-quality dietary supplement for dogs,
100% cold-pressed (max. 45–47°C)
, 0% additives
, free-range beef, gluten-free
.
Also suitable for puppies and young dogs.
Ingredients
:
Ground dried beef 28%, ground millet 27%, rice sprouts, cassava root, wild tripe meal 4%, poultry fat, marine fish oil, seaweed (Ascophyllum nosodum), apples, zucchini, dried herb blend (stinging nettle, field horsetail, blackberry leaves, dandelion, parsley), rose hips, egg yolk, cod liver oil, peat
0.11% magnesium, 0.79% potassium, 0.42% sodium
, 9.2% residual
moisture content, 344 kcal/100g
Countries
of Origin
: Rice germ: Italy
; Millet: France
; Tripe: Germany
; Poultry fat: Switzerland
; Sea fish oil and algae: Scandinavia
; Beef: France
;
Analytical Constituents
: Crude protein 25%, crude fat 10%, crude fiber 3.7%, crude ash 6.9%, calcium 1.2%, phosphorus 0.96%
Iodine content: 3.15 mg/kg
Purine content: 54 mg/100 g
Feeding Recommendation (Total Daily Amount)*
Dog’s weight
Puppy
up to 4 months
: 2.5%
Young dog
, 5–12 months
2%
Adult dog
(12 months
and older) 1.2%
2 kg
50 g
40 g
24 g
5 kg
125 g
100 g
60 g
7.5 kg
190 g
150 g
90 g
10 kg
250 g
200 g
120 g
12.5 kg
315 g
250 g
150 g
15 kg
375 g
300 g
180 g
17.5 kg
350 g
210 g
20 kg
400 g
240 g
25 kg
500 g
300 g
30 kg
600 g
360 g
35 kg
420 g
40 kg
480 g
45 kg
540 g
50 kg
600 g
*The recommended daily feeding amount depends on the dog’s activity level and overall physical condition and may vary. Fresh drinking water must always be available in sufficient quantities. Start with the specified minimum amount and increase the feeding amount as needed.
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in airtight containers. Our dry food contains no synthetic preservatives; it may begin to mold if stored in an airtight container.
Dr. Ziegler's Duck & Potato Mini Pellets (1 kg)
High-quality supplemental dog food
100% cold-pressed (max. 45–47°C)
100% natural vitamins
0% additives
100% gluten-free
Free-range
duck meat Also suitable for puppies and young dogs
Dr. Ziegler’s Duck & Potato Mini Pellets are the ideal choice for dog owners.
You value high-quality and natural nutrition! This cold-pressed dry food stands out for its carefully selected ingredients and is suitable for both puppies and adult dogs.
Natural, Gluten-Free, and Cold-Pressed – Duck & Potato Mini Pellets by Dr. Ziegler
This product is perfect for dog owners looking for “natural dog food,” “gluten-free dry food,” or “cold-pressed dog food.” The combination of high-quality ingredients and gentle processing makes Dr. Ziegler’s Duck & Potato Mini Pellets an excellent choice for a healthy dog diet.
Benefits at a Glance:
Gluten-free:
Free of grains and therefore particularly gentle on dogs with sensitive digestive systems.
Natural ingredients:
Contains potato flakes, rice sprouts, cassava root, marine fish oil, seaweed, and a blend of herbs including stinging nettle, dandelion, and parsley.
Cold-pressed:
Gentle processing at low temperatures (42–47°C) preserves the valuable nutrients.
No artificial additives:
No synthetic vitamins or preservatives.
This product is perfect for dog owners looking for “natural dog food,” “gluten-free dry food,” or “cold-pressed dog food.” The combination of high-quality ingredients and gentle processing makes Dr. Ziegler’s Duck & Potato Mini-Pellets an excellent choice for a healthy dog diet.
Ingredients
Ground dried duck
meat 31%, potato flakes 30%, rice sprouts, cassava root, poultry liver meal, poultry fat, marine fish oil, seaweed (Ascophyllum nosodum), apples, zucchini, dried herb blend (stinging nettle, field horsetail, blackberry leaves, dandelion, parsley), rose hips, egg yolk powder, cod liver oil, peat
0.11% magnesium
0.82% potassium
0.44% sodium
8.9% residual
moisture content, approx. 341 kcal/100 g
Iodine content: 3.05 mg/kg
Purine content: 94 mg/100g
Duck meat from Germany
, rice sprouts from Italy
, poultry fat from Switzerland
, fish oil and algae: Scandinavia
Analytical Constituents
: Crude Protein 24.7%, Crude Fat 9.8%, Crude Fiber 3.9%, Crude Ash 7.2%, Calcium 1.3%, Phosphorus 1%
Feeding recommendation (total daily amount)*
Dog’s weight
Puppy
up to 4 months
: 2.5%
Young dog
, 5–12 months
2%
Adult dog
(12 months
and older) 1.2%
2 kg
50 g
40 g
24 g
5 kg
125 g
100 g
60 g
7.5 kg
190 g
150 g
90 g
10 kg
250 g
200 g
120 g
12.5 kg
315 g
250 g
150 g
15 kg
375 g
300 g
180 g
17.5 kg
350 g
210 g
20 kg
400 g
240 g
25 kg
500 g
300 g
30 kg
600 g
360 g
35 kg
420 g
40 kg
480 g
45 kg
540 g
50 kg
600 g
*The recommended daily feeding amount depends on the dog’s activity level and overall physical condition and may vary. Fresh drinking water must always be available in sufficient quantities. Start with the specified minimum amount and increase the feeding amount as needed.
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in airtight containers. Our dry food contains no synthetic preservatives; it may begin to mold if stored in an airtight container.
Horse Tendons
Made from fresh, raw meat, with no chemical additives, no artificial flavors or colors
Feeding recommendation: As a snack or treat in addition to regular meals.
Always provide fresh drinking water.
Analysis: Crude protein 76.3%, crude fat 6.7%, crude ash 5.6%
Contents: 200 g
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Directions
*
: Brew as tea*
: 1 heaping tablespoon of “Energie-Stark” per 250 ml of
water*; let steep for 15 minutes*
; strain
the tea; add
1–3 tablespoons of the brewed tea to their food daily.
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Energy-Boost Tea 100 g
Our Energie-Stark Tea is a true natural pick-me-up—for dogs and cats who need a little energy boost now and then. The tea combines selected herbs with mild green tea and is perfect for anyone looking for natural support without resorting to artificial additives. Cats can also benefit from this mild blend. Natural, gently processed, and completely safe in the right amount—a true feel-good moment in the bowl.
Energy from Herbs—Gentle and Natural
Tea for dogs? Yes! The Energy-Boost Tea features a harmonious blend of herbs that have been valued for centuries for their soothing effects. It includes a hint of green tea—deliberately used in a mild dose to give dogs and cats a gentle energy boost without overloading them with caffeine. The carefully balanced blend of natural ingredients ensures that the tea smells pleasant, tastes delicious, and can promote vitality at the same time.
How the Energy-Boost Tea Works
The effects stem from the combination of natural ingredients: A gentle dose of green tea can increase alertness, while energizing herbs such as stinging nettle or peppermint stimulate the metabolism and enhance well-being. For pets that need a little extra motivation—whether after an illness, in old age, or when feeling low on energy—this tea is a wonderfully natural way to recharge.
Benefits of our Energy Tea at a Glance:
Promotes vitality—gently but noticeably
Mildly dosed green tea for controlled energy
Herbal tea with no artificial additives
Suitable for dogs and cats
Easy to use—just brew and mix with water or food
Well-tolerated even by sensitive pets
Green tea for dogs and cats—is that really possible?
Green tea for dogs and cats can be a valuable supplement when given in the right dosage. It’s important to keep the amount deliberately small, and that’s exactly what we do: Our green tea content is carefully selected so that pets receive only the valuable antioxidants and gentle energy, but not the undesirable high levels of caffeine. The result is a tea that’s safe and soothing while offering an exciting change of flavor.
Top quality from Dr. Ziegler—gentle on the stomach and natural
In our dietary supplements category, you’ll find additional high-quality products to help keep your pet healthy, including:
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Musculoskeletal System
Relaxation
Mushrooms for Well-Being
Birth
Skin & Coat
Heart
Immune System
Nervous System
Kidneys & Bladder
Parasites
The Energy-Boost Tea (100 g) is therefore a gentle, natural way to give your pet fresh energy, vitality, and well-being. Completely free of artificial additives and, as always, in Dr. Ziegler’s certified quality.
Allergies are usually portrayed as a malfunction of the immune system. In contrast, this book shows that allergies are not a whim of nature and certainly not a flaw in the body. They are entirely logical.
The true causes of the massive increase in allergic diseases are examined. However, this requires addressing topics that are often glossed over or downplayed. In this book, you’ll learn what role modern food production, certain medications, and current vaccination practices play in allergies.
It also demonstrates how strongly our emotions affect our bodies and, from a holistic perspective, what exacerbates allergic reactions—and what alleviates them.
Despite the serious subject matter, the writing style is reader-friendly and humorous, and the complex interrelationships are presented in an easy-to-understand way.
Provocative yet plausible, the book offers answers to the following questions:
What role do toxins and stress play in allergies?
Why were there fewer people with allergies in the GDR than in West Germany?
What health effects does the modern diet have on our immune system?
And what alternatives are there to conventional treatment methods that merely aim to suppress symptoms?
The research drew on current studies from medical databases on the one hand, while also analyzing historical publications on the other.
A large part of the research took place at the Federal Archives in Berlin, where thousands of pages of archival material were reviewed. These files shed entirely new light on the GDR’s healthcare system and vaccination policies regarding allergies.
In addition, interviews were conducted with living scientists from the former GDR and the Soviet Union. These scientists viewed many issues quite differently than their “Western” colleagues.
The differences in the “Eastern authorities’” approach to medications such as antibiotics or vaccination practices were by no means coincidental. They were based on deliberate decisions, as the files clearly show. The book demonstrates why life in the GDR was “healthier” in certain areas.
And above all: what alternatives exist today for improving one’s health.
Coconut & MCT Oil – Natural Fat Rediscovered: A Holistic Guide for Dogs and Cats
Coconut oil is one of the most extraordinary natural sources of fat—and yet it is still underestimated or even avoided by many pet owners. Yet science has been confirming for decades what cultures in the Asia-Pacific region have long known: The medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil, particularly lauric acid, differ fundamentally from other dietary fats and possess remarkable nutritional and therapeutic properties. Dr. Jutta Ziegler—veterinarian, bestselling author, and pioneer of holistic veterinary medicine—dispels the misconception surrounding fat phobia in Volume 11 of her Therapeutika series and demonstrates how coconut and MCT oils can be specifically used to promote the health of dogs and cats.
From “Scapegoat” to Rediscovery—The History of Coconut
Oil
The book begins with an enlightening look at history: For millennia, coconut oil has been used in Southeast Asia, India, Africa, and the Pacific not only as food but also as medicine and a remedy—so highly valued that the coconut palm is known there as the “tree of life.” In the 20th century, the oil fell victim to industrial and political interests: A targeted campaign by American soy associations and lobby groups indiscriminately defamed saturated fats as harmful to the heart and displaced coconut oil in favor of highly processed vegetable oils. Dr. Ziegler clearly explains how scientifically unfounded these claims were and how devastating their consequences for animal nutrition remain to this day.
Medium-Chain vs. Long-Chain Fatty Acids—A Crucial Difference
A separate chapter clearly explains the chemical and metabolic differences between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, as well as between medium-chain (MCT) and long-chain fatty acids. While long-chain fats require bile acids and pancreatic enzymes for digestion, are transported via the lymphatic system, and are primarily stored in adipose tissue, medium-chain fatty acids take a completely different route: They are transported directly to the liver via the portal vein, rapidly utilized for energy, and hardly stored as body fat at all. This makes them a particularly efficient, easily digestible source of energy—especially for sick, underweight, or animals with poor digestion.
Lauric Acid—the Unique Fatty Acid in Coconut Oil
Lauric acid (C12) plays a key role: It is the main active ingredient in coconut oil, occurs naturally in breast milk, and is converted in the body to monolaurin—a substance with strong antimicrobial properties. The book explains its history, its unique metabolic pathway, and why it differs structurally and functionally from classic MCTs such as caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10). It also clearly highlights the crucial difference between natural, virgin coconut oil (with full lauric acid content) and industrially fractionated MCT oil (without lauric acid).
Therapeutic Effects—From Antimicrobial to Antiepileptic
The core of the book is devoted to the diverse therapeutic properties of coconut oil in dogs and cats—all scientifically substantiated and accompanied by references. The antimicrobial effect against bacteria (e.g., streptococci, staphylococci, Helicobacter pylori), enveloped viruses, yeasts and fungi (Candida), as well as parasites such as Giardia, is explained in detail. Lauric and capric acids destroy the membrane structure of these pathogens by incorporating themselves into their lipid membranes and causing them to burst—a purely mechanical mechanism of action that does not lead to resistance.
Use for Specific Conditions
Dr. Ziegler specifically outlines the conditions for which coconut oil and MCT oil can be used:
Epilepsy: MCTs are rapidly converted into ketone bodies, which serve as an alternative energy source for the brain and can reduce neuronal hyperexcitability. A randomized study demonstrates a reduction in seizure frequency in dogs following an MCT diet.
Pancreatic problems (pancreatic insufficiency): Coconut fat requires very few digestive enzymes and can be reliably absorbed and used for energy even in cases of impaired fat digestion.
Liver diseases: The phenolic compounds in virgin coconut oil have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on the liver; the medium-chain fatty acids facilitate fat digestion even with impaired liver function.
Diabetes (Type 2): Medium-chain fatty acids provide energy without negatively affecting blood sugar and insulin levels and can supply ketone bodies as a source of energy for the brain.
Digestive Disorders and Dysbiosis: The antimicrobial effect against unwanted bacteria helps address intestinal dysbiosis without significantly disrupting the physiological gut flora.
External Use: Paw Care, Skin Care, and Tick Protection
In addition to internal use, coconut oil is also used topically: to care for cracked or stressed paw pads after exposure to cold weather and road salt, for dry skin and itching, and as a natural tick repellent—massaged thinly into the coat. Special caution is advised for cats: Before applying it over a large area, test it on a small patch of skin first.
Buying Guide and Dosage—What You Need
to Know
A practical section helps you make the right purchase: The book explains the difference between virgin and refined coconut oil and why liquid “coconut oil” (from which lauric acid has been removed) is unsuitable for therapeutic purposes. The rule of thumb: High-quality virgin coconut oil solidifies below 24 °C and has the typical mild coconut scent. Clear dosage recommendations are provided for safe use in dogs and cats—for coconut oil, MCT oil, and the combination supplement Lactofer (Dr. Ziegler) containing lactoferrin and monolaurin.
Author: Dr. Jutta Ziegler | Series: Therapeutika Series, Volume 11 | Title: Coconut & MCT Oil – Natural Fat Rediscovered | Publisher: VfcG – Verlag für chronische Gesundheit e.U. | ISBN: 978-3-903577-15-2 | Edition: 1st edition 2026 | Format: Paperback, approx. 44 pages, Printed in Austria