book: Poison Ivy, Pets & People (10thingstoknow about . . . series)

book: Poison Ivy, Pets & People (10thingstoknow about . . . series) | Heidi Ratner-Connolly, Randy Connolly ...

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	• Poison Ivy, Pets & People (10thingstoknow about . . . series) Heidi Ratner-Connolly, Randy Connolly 2Lakes Publishing, 2003 - 104 pages average customer review:based on 1 review view larger image
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Knowledge for nature lovers

Reviewed by Kim Peterson for Reader Views (1/06)

The Connolly couple's sensitivity to irritating plants like poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac has resulted in a concise book packed with useful information. This volume in the "10 things to know" series dispels the myths and provides the facts on this daunting power-packed trio.

Since the best tactic is prevention, the book provides description for identification as well as demographics of where each plant thrives. A color photo gallery provides visual confirmation in identifying these plants. The authors also enumerate the other ways people "catch" poison ivy like contact with exposed pets and contaminated clothing.

The Connolly's explain how the plant makes humans so uncomfortable, how the potent urushiol oil is spread, and how to gage the severity of the reaction and possible complications. Pictures highlight the blisters and linear pattern of the typical rash. The authors discuss tests and vaccines to combat sensitivity. Several tips cover how to cleanse exposed areas on humans and pets. They also explain the conventional, homeopathic and less traditional methods of treating the misery of a resulting rash.

A segment devoted to elimination of these plants on your own property also is beneficial. Important counsel, like never burning or mowing down poison ivy, warns the reader of the problems with inhaling the oil.

The Connolly's down-to-earth style and touches of humor shine through as they expound on important information and offer interesting tidbits of knowledge for nature lovers who want to avoid harmful encounters. Sensitive to these plants myself, I've already made a home for the book on one of my shelves.

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People can learn to defend themselves and their pets from America's most common pernicious plants in this pocket-sized guide to the hazards of poison oak, ivy, and sumac. The facts are outlined in a succinct, no-nonsense format interspersed with personal stories from the author, gardeners, pet lovers, and other outdoor enthusiasts, providing an upbeat and humorous spin to essential information on how to stay safe from the plants. Such topics as plant identification, symptoms after contact, treatment, prevention, and conventional remedies are addressed alongside anecdotes from Native American folklore and a resource directory for further research.

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