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The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition) - Monks of New Skete Cover Art

The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition)

The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition) by Monks of New Skete

The classic bestseller that established the Monks of New Skete as America's most trusted authorities on dog training, canine behavior, and the animal/human bond, updated to include the latest developments in canine health. In their two now-classic bestsellers, How to be Your Dog's Best Friend and The Art of Raising a Puppy , the Monks draw on their experience as long-time breeders of German shepherds and as trainers of dogs of all breeds to provide--brilliantly distilled--the indispensable information and advice that every dog owner needs. This new edition of The Art of Raising a Puppy features new photographs throughout, along with updated chapters on play, crating, adopting dogs from shelters and rescue organizations, raising dogs in an urban environment, and the latest developments in canine health and canine behavioral theory.

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The Complete Guide to English Bulldogs - David Anderson Cover Art

The Complete Guide to English Bulldogs

The Complete Guide to English Bulldogs by David Anderson

The English Bulldog is one of those breeds that you know on sight. That short snout, stocky frame, underbite, and spiral tail are simply unmistakable for any other breed. They look quite intimidating too. But don't be fooled. Behind that tough-looking façade is a dog with a goofy disposition, surprising intellect, and a heart of gold. In The Complete Guide to English Bulldogs you will learn everything you need to know from start to end; how to choose a puppy, training, traveling, grooming, health care and senior care. You will also learn all about the background of the breed, its history, breed pre-disposed diseases, and special traits. All the information is specific to Bulldogs and in easy-reading comprehensive detail. Find answers to questions like:   Is a English Bulldog the right dog for me?Should I buy from a breeder or adopt from a rescue?I brought my Bulldog home. What now?How can I best train my Bulldog?What are some common mistakes should I avoid? Whether you are a veteran or novice Bulldog owner, there will be something for everyone in this book. Chapters include all the basics such as: A Unique Look – The BulldogBreed History and CharacteristicsThe Ideal HomeFinding Your BulldogPreparing for Your PuppyThe First WeekThe First MonthHousetrainingSocialization and ExperienceBeing a Bulldog ParentLiving with other dogsTraining Your BulldogBasic CommandsNutritionGrooming – Productive BondingBasic Health CareHealth ConcernsYour Aging Bulldog That unforgettable face has always hidden the absolutely darling dog's real potential. Bulldogs are not a high-energy dog, but not all of them are couch potatoes either. Bulldogs are shockingly intelligent as well, which often takes people by complete surprise (if they are basing their opinion of the dog purely on looks). One of the reasons people are so familiar with Bulldogs is that this is a breed that is considered intimidating – simply based on their looks. This has made them one of the most popular mascots in the world. They are the face of high schools, colleges, and universities, as well as sports teams. They make great mascots because they love people and don't mind being the center of attention. As a fairly low maintenance dog, they are great for families of nearly every type. They can be fairly stubborn, but with a loving and consistent approach, they will quickly come to understand the benefits of behaving. That high intellect also means that if your Bulldog has the desire, they can be great in competitions such as Obedience and Agility. Of course, if you prefer a couch potato, many of them love that too.

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Herbs for Pets - Mary L. Wulff & Greg L. Tilford Cover Art

Herbs for Pets

Herbs for Pets The Natural Way to Enhance Your Pet's Life by Mary L. Wulff & Greg L. Tilford

Herbs for Pets, by herbalists and holistic experts Gregory L. Tilford and Mary L. Wulff, is the bible for all pet owners looking to enhance their companion animals' lives through natural therapies. Now in its second revised edition, Herbs for Pets is an indispensable resource, an exhaustive compendium of medicinal plants and natural remedies that hosts an illustrated tour through Western, ayurvedic, and Chinese herbs that grow in North America, including their holistic applications and contraindications, and alternative approaches to treating a wide range of ailments. Remedies in the book are applicable to dogs and cats, as well as birds, small mammals, and even farm animals. The book is organized into three chapters, the first is dedicated to the "Principles and Practices of Herbalism," discussing the many facets of herbs, concerns about toxicity, basic herbal preparation, the ethical use of herbs, the connection between herbs and diet, and using herbs as dietary supplements. Chapter 2, titled "Materia Medica: An A-Z Guide to Herbs for Animals," is an exhaustive 150-page section presenting color photographs and text about the appearance, habitat and range, cycle and bloom season, parts used, primary medicinal activities, strongest affinities, common uses, availability, propagation and harvest, alternatives and adjuncts, and cautions and comments for 65 different herbs (from Alfalfa to Yucca!). The common uses section is extensive for each herb, discussing the nutrient value, various qualities, and ways in which the herb is used for specific treatments. The third chapter of the book is titled "An Herbal Repertory for Animals: Ailments and Treatments" and details remedies for the following: anxiety, nervousness, and behavioral problems; arthritis and hip dysplasia; cancer; cardiovascular problems; digestive system problems; ear problems; elderly animal care; endocrine system and related problems; epilepsy, convulsions, and seizures; eye problems; first aid, immune system care; mouth and nose problems; parasite-related problems; pregnancy and lactation; skin problems; and urinary problems. The authors share over two dozen herbal remedies for various ailments, from asthma and pneumonia to constipation and eye cleaner. A glossary of over 200 terms is included, as are references and a comprehensive index.

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Cat Care 101 - Kiera A. Lawson Cover Art

Cat Care 101

Cat Care 101 A Beginner's Guide to Understanding, Caring, and Enjoying Life with Your Feline Companions by Kiera A. Lawson

"Cats are not our whole lives, but they make our lives whole." Are you ready to become the best cat parent possible? Look no further than Cat Care 101, the ultimate beginner's guide to understanding, caring, and enjoying life with your feline companions. Starting with an introduction to the wonderful world of cats, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about cat care. From the history and evolution of domestic cats to understanding feline behavior, choosing the right cat for you, and different cat breeds and their traits, you'll learn how to select the perfect cat for your lifestyle. Next, you'll discover how to prepare your home for your new cat, cat-proof your living space, and choose essential supplies to create a safe and comfortable environment. Chapters on feeding and nutrition, grooming and coat care, litter box training and maintenance, and socialization and bonding will help you provide the best care for your furry friend. Cat Care 101 also covers important topics like healthcare and preventative medicine, dental care for cats, cat safety and emergency preparedness, and indoor vs. outdoor cats. You'll even learn about enrichment and playtime, scratching and claw care, traveling with your cat, and fostering and volunteering with cats. And for those with senior cats or special needs cats, there are chapters specifically dedicated to providing the best care for your furry friend. You'll also learn about holistic and alternative cat care, breeding and pregnancy, and saying goodbye in a chapter on end-of-life care and grieving. With easy-to-follow instructions and a friendly tone, Cat Care 101 is the perfect guide for cat owners of all levels. Whether you're a first-time cat parent or an experienced caregiver, this book will provide you with the knowledge and tools to create a happy, healthy, and loving home for your feline companions. So why wait? Start your journey to becoming the best cat parent possible today with Cat Care 101.

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The Forever Dog Life - Rodney Habib & Karen Shaw Becker Cover Art

The Forever Dog Life

The Forever Dog Life 120+ Recipes, Longevity Tips, and New Science for Better Bowls and Healthier Homes by Rodney Habib & Karen Shaw Becker

In this beautifully illustrated guide, the authors of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Forever Dog show how to create a thriving, sustainable lifestyle and environment to help your dog live a longer, happier, and healthier life In The Forever Dog, Rodney Habib and Dr. Karen Becker explained that your dog’s longevity starts with proper nourishment. In The Forever Dog Life, they offer simple ways you can help your dog live longer and better from the inside-out and outside-in, including easy-to-follow tools, recipes, and tips. Learn to prepare healthy, homemade meals your dog will love, with more than 120 nutritionally packed recipes for delicious food bowls, fresh food toppers that supercharge any type of pet food, and nourishing broths and stews that entice the pickiest of eaters. And don’t forget DIY training treats, cookies, jerkies, and chews. Accompanying the recipes are science-rich tips for the best ingredients, food hacks, and tools to use in the kitchen. But food is only one aspect of a dog’s good health. The Forever Dog Life teaches you how to make your home as healthy as possible, with practical instructions for creating your own non-toxic DIY cleaners, natural disinfectants, and lawn care solutions that can easily replace hazardous chemical-based products that negatively impact our pet’s health. Also included are all-natural recipes for body care, including shampoos and conditioners, skin rinses, oral and ear care, and chemical-free flea and tick solutions. Habib and Becker make it easy to incorporate their science-backed tips into your home, so your dog (and cat!) can live a long, happy, and healthy life. Filled with wonderful stories and fantastic canines, The Forever Dog Life makes the world a safer, healthier, and happier place for animals. Backed by science and filled with photographs and four-color instructions, it is the ultimate handbook to help your dogs and cats live their best life. 

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The Other End of the Leash - Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., Cover Art

The Other End of the Leash

The Other End of the Leash Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.,

Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language   “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”— The Washington Post   An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them.   After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover:   • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!”   Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.

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Perfect Puppy In 7 Days - Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS Cover Art

Perfect Puppy In 7 Days

Perfect Puppy In 7 Days How to Start Your Puppy Off Right by Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS

With 400 photos and a step-by-step plan, this puppy book visually guides you through socialization, potty training, and life skills while making the process fun.   Dr. Marty Becker; "America's Veterinarian" of Good Morning America, says, "This is like no other puppy book you've seen before.  It’s not just about teaching your puppy manners, it's a step-by-step recipe for bonding with your puppy, learning to communicate with him, and preparing you pup for life! With Dr. Yin's approach your puppy will learn more in a week than many dogs learn in a year!" Victoria Stillwell from Animal Planet's "It's Me or the Dog" says, " This book is a must-have for any puppy parent or canine educator." Dr. Johan Bradshaw, author of "Dog Sense" says, "This book is a comprehensive and humane guide to puppy behavior and training, incorporating a detailed guide on how to interpret your puppy's body language.  Worth buying for the socialization advice and checklist alone." Dr. Ellen Lindell, veterinary behaviorist, states, "This well-organized book is filled with essential information about puppy development and learning. Experts and novices alike will appreciate the illustrations and analogies that turn science into a clear and enjoyable read. Most important, Dr. Yin offers a plan that incorporates critical socialization and training into a daily routine. It will be a puppy life-saver." Nancy Abplanalp of "Thinking Dogs" says, "I own tons of dog training books and none of them are as much fun to read as this one. It's accurate and easy to access.  The puppy socialization chapters and checklist are especially well done. If you have a puppy, work with puppies, raise puppies, or just plain like puppies, get this book. Chapters include: •How Your Puppy Developed Before You Got Her •Why Start Training So Soon? •Preparing for the Puppy •A Foolproof Potty Training Program •Dr. Sophia Yin’s Learn to Earn Program for Puppies •Socializing Your Pup to Dogs, People and Handling •A Head Start on All the Rest

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Before and After Getting Your Puppy - Ian Dunbar Cover Art

Before and After Getting Your Puppy

Before and After Getting Your Puppy The Positive Approach to Raising a Happy, Healthy, and Well-Behaved Dog by Ian Dunbar

From the legendary veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and dog trainer, Dr. Ian Dunbar, comes a practical and "dog friendly" instruction book for anyone bringing a new puppy into the home.

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Raising Sheep - Paul Carson Cover Art

Raising Sheep

Raising Sheep Breeds, Housing, Feeding, Health and more. by Paul Carson

Raising Sheep: Breeds, Housing, Feeding, Health and More Embark on a comprehensive journey into the world of sheep farming with this informative guide. Whether you're a seasoned shepherd or a curious beginner, this book offers invaluable insights into every aspect of raising sheep. Discover the Diverse World of Sheep Breeds: Delve into the fascinating realm of sheep breeds, exploring their unique characteristics, temperaments, and ideal environments. From the gentle Suffolk to the hardy Icelandic, learn how to select the perfect breed for your farming goals. Master the Art of Sheep Housing: Design and construct optimal housing solutions to protect your flock from the elements and predators. Gain expert advice on barn layout, ventilation, and bedding to ensure your sheep's comfort and well-being. Unlock the Secrets of Sheep Nutrition: Learn how to formulate balanced diets to meet the nutritional needs of your sheep throughout their life cycle. Discover the importance of high-quality forage, supplemental feeds, and mineral supplementation for optimal health and productivity. Safeguard Your Flock's Health: Equip yourself with the knowledge to prevent and treat common sheep ailments. Understand the basics of sheep healthcare, including vaccinations, deworming, and hoof trimming. Explore the Fascinating World of Sheep Breeding: Dive into the intricacies of sheep reproduction, including breeding seasons, estrus cycles, and lambing management. Learn effective techniques for maximizing lambing rates and ensuring healthy offspring. Harness the Benefits of Sheep Products: Discover the versatility of sheep products, from nutritious lamb meat to luxurious wool. Explore the processes of milk production, cheesemaking, and fiber processing to optimize your farm's income. Embrace Sustainable Sheep Farming: Adopt eco-friendly practices to minimize your environmental impact and maximize your farm's sustainability. Learn about rotational grazing, pasture management, and natural pest control strategies. Master the Art of Sheep Shearing: Acquire the skills to safely and efficiently shear your sheep, ensuring optimal wool quality and animal comfort. Discover the various wool grades and their potential applications. Start Your Sheep Farming Adventure: Whether you're a hobbyist or a commercial farmer, this book provides practical advice and step-by-step guidance to help you get started. Learn about farm setup, business planning, and marketing strategies. Explore the Cultural Significance of Sheep: Discover the historical and cultural importance of sheep, from their role in ancient civilizations to their modern-day contributions to agriculture and textiles. Uncover 50 Intriguing Facts About Sheep: Delve into a treasure trove of fascinating facts about sheep, from their intelligence and social behavior to their unique adaptations to diverse environments. Embark on Your Sheep Farming Journey: With this comprehensive guide, you'll be equipped to raise healthy, productive sheep and enjoy the rewards of sustainable farming. Learn all about sheep farming, from breed selection and housing to nutrition, health, breeding, and more. Discover sustainable practices, wool production, and the cultural significance of sheep. Whether you're a beginner or experienced farmer, this book is your ultimate resource.

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The Complete Guide to Border Collies: Training, Teaching, Feeding, Raising, and Loving Your New Border Collie Puppy - David Anderson Cover Art

The Complete Guide to Border Collies: Training, Teaching, Feeding, Raising, and Loving Your New Border Collie Puppy

The Complete Guide to Border Collies: Training, Teaching, Feeding, Raising, and Loving Your New Border Collie Puppy by David Anderson

If you've ever seen a dog in a television commercial, there's a pretty good chance it was a Border Collie. Or, if you've watched herding competitions, you've probably seen a Border Collie controlling the herd. First and foremost, Border Collies are sheep herders. But when they're not on the clock, they can make excellent companions. They're energetic, playful, and extremely intelligent. They're also sensitive, affectionate, and adorable. Even though this breed is still vital to livestock owners, we will focus on the Border Collie as a pet in this book. Intelligence is perhaps the most prominent trait of the Border Collie. In the pasture, this dog can understand specific commands and respond accordingly. They also excel at obedience competitions and agility runs because they can pick up new skills quickly and respond to challenging commands. This book will give you the information you need to jump-start your ownership journey, including: Border Collie HistoryChoosing a Border ColliePreparing your Home for your Border CollieBringing Home your Border CollieBeing a Puppy ParentHousetrainingSocializing with People and AnimalsBorder Collies and Your Other PetsPhysical and Mental ExerciseTraining your Border CollieBasic CommandsDealing With Unwanted BehaviorsTraveling with Border ColliesNutritionGrooming your Border CollieBasic Health CareAdvanced Border Collie Health and Aging Dog Care This book will become your go-to guide throughout your BC's life, as it has helpful hints and reminders that will prove to be practical far into their adulthood. Border Collies are an absolute joy to have as pets. These dogs are beautiful, intelligent, and silly. They love to test their owners and call the shots, but at the end of the day, they're capable of following orders. You'll never find another dog quite like them, as they're capable of running around one minute and snuggling up beside you the next. All your Border Collie wants is a purpose. While they may drive you nuts when they're bored, it's amazing to watch them work. Whether your Border Collie's "job" is to tend livestock, chase the rabbits and birds from your garden, or just be a loving companion, you'll find that your Border Collie will do anything for the love and affection with which you pay them.

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How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves, Revised and Updated Second Edition - Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS Cover Art

How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves, Revised and Updated Second Edition

How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves, Revised and Updated Second Edition by Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS

Written by one of the leading veterinary behaviorists in the country, this revised and expanded edition of the original bestseller features brand new chapters that provide the most up-to-date science of dog behavior and explains key concepts in clear, straightforward language. How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves takes a scientifically sound yet practical approach to explaining dog behavior and training theory, and then shows you how to apply these concepts so you can train your dog to be well behaved.

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Your Dog Is Your Mirror - Kevin Behan Cover Art

Your Dog Is Your Mirror

Your Dog Is Your Mirror The Emotional Capacity of Our Dogs and Ourselves by Kevin Behan

In Your Dog Is Your Mirror , dog trainer Kevin Behan proposes a radical new model for understanding canine behavior: a dog’s behavior and emotion, indeed its very cognition, are driven by our emotion. The dog doesn’t respond to what the owner thinks, says, or does; it responds to what the owner feels . And in this way, dogs can actually put people back in touch with their own emotions. Behan demonstrates that dogs and humans are connected more profoundly than has ever been imagined — by heart — and that this approach to dog cognition can help us understand many of dogs’ most inscrutable behaviors. This groundbreaking, provocative book opens the door to a whole new understanding between species, and perhaps a whole new understanding of ourselves.

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The Koehler Method of Dog Training - William R. Koehler Cover Art

The Koehler Method of Dog Training

The Koehler Method of Dog Training Certified Techniques by Movieland's Most Experienced Dog Trainer by William R. Koehler

For generations, The Koehler Method of Dog Training has been a beacon of wisdom for dog owners seeking effective techniques to build a strong bond with their furry companions. William Koehler’s approach, rooted in respect for dogs’ intelligence, remains as relevant today as it was when the book first graced the shelves. Koehler believed that dogs could make choices and be held accountable for their behavior. His method follows the pattern of Action → Memory → Desire: dogs act, remember the outcomes, and form desires based on those experiences. Correcting behavior becomes fair, reasonable, and expected once the training has been successfully imparted. In this classic guide, you’ll find practical guidance for creating a well-behaved and happy canine companion. From basic obedience to advanced skills, The Koehler Method covers it all. Whether you’re a seasoned dog owner or a first-time puppy parent, discover the joy of training your dog using a method that respects their intelligence and fosters a lifelong partnership.

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Someone To Look Up To - Jean Gill Cover Art

Someone To Look Up To

Someone To Look Up To by Jean Gill

Top Pick Award from Litpick Student Reviews. By Royal Dragonfly, IPPY and Global Ebook Award  winning author. 'Jean Gill has captured the innermost thoughts of this magnificent animal.'  Les Ingham, Pyr International A dog's life in the south of France. From puppyhood, Sirius the Pyrenean Mountain Dog has been trying to understand his humans and train them with kindness. How this led to their divorce he has no idea. More misunderstandings take Sirius to Death Row in an animal shelter, as a so-called dangerous dog learning survival tricks from the other inmates. During the twilight barking, he is shocked to hear his brother's voice but the bitter-sweet reunion is short-lived. Doggedly, Sirius keeps the faith. One day, his human will come.

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How to Train Your Pit Bull (Limited Edition) - Victoria Lancer Cover Art

How to Train Your Pit Bull (Limited Edition)

How to Train Your Pit Bull (Limited Edition) by Victoria Lancer

Did you know that Pit Bulls were once known as Nanny Dogs? That people left their children in their Pit Bull’s care? Yes, your Pit Bull can be a friendly, loving and caring companion! If you want YOUR Pit Bull puppy to grow up to be that friendly and loving companion, and not be aggressive, then this is the book for you! What is a pitbull? In a brief history of this most maligned of all dog breeds, you will learn the causes of the bull pit aggressive nature and how to manage it.  Importantly, you will learn the psychology of training Pit Bulls as well as concrete training methods and procedures to follow.  Using association learning, you will be able to shape your pet’s behavior through a dynamic mix of rewards and punishments. Thus, you will learn how to extinguish in your pet undesirable behaviors, as well as to encourage desirable behaviors, including tricks. So, in How to Train Your Pit Bull, you will not only learn how to train your Pit Bull to be friendly, but you’ll also learn: How to stop your Pit Bull puppy from nipping at your handsHow to train your Pit Bull to listen to youHow to manage your Pit Bull’s dog aggressionHow to stop your Pit Bull from barking at everyone when you walk him or herAnd much, much more You deserve the best guidance for managing your Pit Bull, and it gets no better than How to Train Your Pit Bull.

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A Dog Named Beautiful - Rob Kugler Cover Art

A Dog Named Beautiful

A Dog Named Beautiful A Marine, a Dog, and a Long Road Trip Home by Rob Kugler

An uplifting and unforgettable story of a US Marine, his extraordinary dog, and the road trip of a lifetime. "A beautiful, beautiful book." — Jenna Bush Hager When US Marine Rob Kugler returns from war he had given up not only a year of his life in service to his country, but he had also lost a brother in the fighting as well. Lost in grief, Rob finds solace and relief in the one thing that never fails to put a smile on his face: his chocolate lab Bella. Exceptionally friendly, and always with - you wouldn’t believe it - a smile on her face, Bella is the friend Rob needs, and they spend their days exploring nature and taking photos. But then Bella develops a limp in her front leg. It’s cancer, and the prognosis isn’t good. Rob has a choice, either to let Bella go now, or amputate her cancer riddled leg, and see what the next few months would bring. For Rob, the choice is a no-brainer, and instead of waiting at home for the cancer to spread, Rob and Bella pack their bags and hit the road. Life is short, but the road ahead is long and winding, and as they criss-cross the country Rob and Bella meet remarkable, life-changing men and women who are quick to make friends with this incredible three-legged dog. A Dog Named Beautiful is a book full of inspiration, hope, love, tears, and laughs. Enjoy the journey.

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Tina - Niall Harbison Cover Art

Tina

Tina The Dog Who Changed the World by Niall Harbison

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND IRISH TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER. THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. _ Hope taught me the meaning of life, Tina taught me the meaning of love. It's not everyday you meet a golden retriever in Thailand. When Niall came across a dog shackled to a short chain and in a poor state of health something reminded him of his personal battle with addiction. He knew he had to rescue her immediately – golden retrievers are rare in Thailand – but there was just something about this dog in particular that told him she was destined for more. He named her Tina, and what she did next is an incredible tale of survival, hope and love. Despite her terrible treatment at the hands of humans, she refused to distrust them or feel sorry for herself, and only opened her heart wider – always with a grin (yes dogs can smile) and a reassuring wag of her shaggy yellow tail. From the minute Tina was free of her chains, she got on with what needed to be done, inspiring a dog hospital to be built and named after her and helping dogs from all over the world – whether they're street dogs from Thailand or rescue pups in Montana. The movement behind Tina has not stopped. This is her story. About the author Niall Harbison is a street dog rescuer based in Thailand. Originally from Dublin, Niall moved to Thailand after selling his very successful marketing and PR company. He now lives in the countryside where he spends his days feeding and looking after the thousands of street dogs he comes across. His first book Hope: How Street Dogs Taught Me the Meaning of Life went on to become an international bestseller. This is his second book.

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Puppy Training: Complete Guide to Crate Training, Potty Training, and Obedience Training - Grace Bell Cover Art

Puppy Training: Complete Guide to Crate Training, Potty Training, and Obedience Training

Puppy Training: Complete Guide to Crate Training, Potty Training, and Obedience Training by Grace Bell

A new puppy brings joy and excitement. Once you add this bundle of energetic fur and fuzz to your family, you'll find that you have extra reasons to be playful. It's not all cuddles and games of fetch, however. Puppies need to learn how to behave and your puppy will be counting on you to show him how to live in the world. This book features the best methods and step-by-step instructions on how to train a new puppy. By reading this book you will learn: • puppy training tips; • leash training; • crate training; • potty training; • obedience training for puppies; • how to stop destructive behaviors; and much more! Training a new puppy takes patience and consistency. This book will help you enjoy a hassle-free lifetime with your new best friend. Download your copy of Puppy Training now!

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Horses For Dummies - Audrey Pavia & Janice Posnikoff Cover Art

Horses For Dummies

Horses For Dummies by Audrey Pavia & Janice Posnikoff

Updated for today’s beginning horse enthusiasts!   If you’re just getting into the world of horses, there’s a lot to learn! Horses For Dummies gets beginning-level riders and aspiring first-time horse owners up to speed on all things equine! From selecting the right horse for you to feeding, grooming, and handling a horse, this book covers it all! Featuring updates on breeds, boarding, nutrition, equipment, training, and riding—as well as new information on various equine conditions—this resource shows you how to keep your horse happy and take your riding skills to the next level. Features updated safety information  Includes more riding disciplines Offers tips for better nutrition for your horse Provides grooming and training recommendations If you’re crazy about horses, this hands-on guide is all you need to giddy up and go!

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Really Reliable Recall Booklet - Leslie Nelson Cover Art

Really Reliable Recall Booklet

Really Reliable Recall Booklet by Leslie Nelson

From well-known trainer Leslie Nelson! Easy to follow steps to train your dog to come when it really counts, in an emergency. Learn how to build trust and ensure safety. Once trained, the recall works immediately in any situation, no matter what your dog is doing. He doesn’t think, he doesn’t decide, he just comes to you. Contains chapters for difficult to train breeds and for trainers to use in class. Extra chapters for difficult to train breeds and training class instructors.

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The German Shepherd Handbook - Linda Whitwam Cover Art

The German Shepherd Handbook

The German Shepherd Handbook by Linda Whitwam

The No.1 German Shepherd Bestseller - recommended by breeders AND owners! “An excellent reference book with tips to help throughout the dog’s life. We will ensure that no pup will be leaving us in the future without a copy of this book in their puppy pack,” LARRY & DIANE YATES, breeders of Lornstone German Shepherds for 50+ years. Dozens of colour photos of Shepherds & 234 pages written by GSD experts with 100s of years of combined experience to give you an in-depth insight into your Shepherd. German Shepherds are unique. They are incredibly loyal, affectionate, courageous & intelligent, & can be trained to a level higher than any other breed. There’s just one snag - they don’t arrive in your home as the finished article! Training & socialisation are essential. There's 60 pages devoted to TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR: Housetraining & Crate Training, Obedience Training, Clicker Training, Collar & Lead, The Recall, Speak & Shush, Training Working Shepherds, Typical German Shepherd Traits - & Dealing With Issues such as Excessive Barking & Aggression. 12 German Shepherd breeders & trainers share their most successful techniques in this must-have guide to raising & training a relaxed, obedient Shepherd who’s a joy to live with - & the envy of your dog-loving friends. This is the highest-rated German Shepherd book on Amazon & part of The Canine Handbooks, Amazon's Top Dog Breed Series. Other topics include: • What Every German Shepherd Owner Should Know • First Few Weeks, Step-by-Step • Socialisation & Exercise - How Much & How Often? • What Makes a German Shepherd Tick? • Which Type of German Shepherd for Me? • Neutering, Spaying & The Heat Cycle • A-Z on German Shepherd Health • Avoiding & Dealing With Separation Anxiety • Feeding & Grooming • German Shepherd Rescue • Caring for Older German Shepherds IF YOU HAVEN’T GOT YOUR PUPPY YET: There’s tons of advice on the different types of GSD, how to spot good & bad breeders & then choose a healthy pup with a good temperament. REVIEWS: ”I have been an owner of a GSD for 9 years who recently passed away. I am getting a puppy & I am so glad I got this book. Training dogs is ever-evolving as all teaching strategies are. The strategies I used back then are a little different today. This book is a great resource & I now feel ready to welcome home my 8 week old GSD tomorrow! Get this book!” ACE, USA "My husband and I were a full year into owning a GSD before getting this book, and it was still immensely helpful. We already "understood" our dog and knew the nuances of the breed, but we were still very impressed with this book and learned quite a bit more. The content is very detailed, easy to read/understand, even if you're not an animal expert, and overall very helpful. I think this should be a must-read before getting a GSD. It will help you build an even better relationship with your dog!" GSD FAMILY, USA. “This book is packed full of useful information for every German Shepherd owner. It guides you through the stages of puppyhood (feeding, potty training, crate training, socializing, etc.) to caring for the older adult dog. There is so much useful information…Don’t hesitate to buy this well written book," SCOTT B, USA "When I got the book I couldn’t put it down. It had a great overview of the different types of GS with their history as well as their special needs as a breed from diet needs to special training. It’s always helpful to know how to work with your puppy and I was a novice GS owner but an experienced dog handler. It’s a must read," APM, US

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Scent of the Missing - Susannah Charleson Cover Art

Scent of the Missing

Scent of the Missing Love and Partnership with a Search-and-Rescue Dog by Susannah Charleson

A "haunting meditation on trust, hope and love" by a woman who adopts and trains a Golden Retriever puppy to become a search-and-rescue dog ( People ).   In the wake of the Oklahoma City bombing, Susannah Charleson's attention was caught by a newspaper photograph of a canine handler, his exhausted face buried in the fur of his search-and-rescue dog.   Susannah, a dog lover and pilot with search experience herself, was so moved by the image that she decided to volunteer with a local canine team, plunging herself into an astonishing new world. While the team worked long hours for nonexistent pay and often heart-wrenching results, Charleson discovered the joy of working in partnership with a canine friend and the satisfaction of using their combined skills to help her fellow human beings.   Once she qualified to train a dog of her own, Charleson adopted Puzzle—a smart, spirited Golden Retriever puppy who exhibited unique aptitudes as a working dog, but was a bit less interested in the role of compliant house pet.  Scent of the Missing  is the story of Charleson's adventures with Puzzle as they search for a lost teen; an Alzheimer's patient wandering in the cold; and signs of the crew amid the debris of the space shuttle Columbia disaster—all while unraveling the mystery of the bond between humans and dogs.   "A riveting view of both the human animal bond and the training of search and rescue dogs. All dog lovers and people interested in training service dogs should read this book." —Temple Grandin, author of Animals Make Us Human

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The Book of Joe - Vincent Price Cover Art

The Book of Joe

The Book of Joe About a Dog and His Man by Vincent Price

In the tradition of Anna Quindlen's Good Dog. Stay. , the iconic star of the Dr. Phibes films shares the heartwarming tale of his mischievous mutt. Actor Vincent Price won acclaim for his performances as a menacing villain in dozens of macabre horror films, such as House of Wax . Less well known, though, is Price's lifelong love of animals, especially his fourteen-year-old mutt, Joe. From his wife's passion for poodles to film set encounters with all types of creatures, including goats, apes, and camels, Price's life was full of furry, four-legged friends. But it was Joe who truly captured his heart. Intelligent, courageous, and devoted to his owner, Joe was a special dog with a personality all his own.   In this touching and light-hearted memoir, with a new introduction by Bill Hader and a preface by Vincent Price's daughter, Victoria, Joe gets involved in all sorts of hijinks: At one point, the actor has to defend his canine companion in court! Despite some bad habits, like stealing guests' shoes, pursuing lustful trysts with neighboring dogs, or belly flopping into the garden fishpond—crushing more than a few fish—Price loves his Joselito , whose unconditional loyalty more than makes up for his minor indiscretions. And when Price's elderly cousin who comes to stay with him is stricken with cancer, Joe never leaves her side. Price's tender and witty recollections of his time spent with Joe will bring joy to any animal lover's heart.   The Vincent Price Family Legacy will donate a portion of the proceeds from this book to the Fund for Animals.

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Your Border Collie's Life - Kim Dearth Cover Art

Your Border Collie's Life

Your Border Collie's Life Your Complete Guide to Raising Your Pet from Puppy to Companion by Kim Dearth

Give Your Border Collie the Best Possible Care—for Life! As a caring Border Collie owner, you want the best for your pet. But you may not know all the special steps you need to take to raise a happy, healthy Border Collie. Your Border Collie's Life was written with one purpose in mind—to give you the most up-to-date information and guidance you need about the health, nutrition, training, and care of your dog. Reviewed by a nationally known veterinarian, this book shows you how to give your Border Collie the best life possible—whether you've just welcomed a new puppy into your family or adopted an older dog. Includes a special training section written by renowned training expert Liz Palika. Inside—What Every Border Collie owner wants to know: ·Is a Border Collie the right dog for me? ·How much exercise—and what kind—will keep my Border Collie happy? ·Which training techniques work best with the intelligent Border Collie? ·Can I prevent my Border Collie from herding children and pets? ·How can I keep my Border Collie from being destructive when I'm not at home? ·What is the best type of diet for my high-energy Border Collie?

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A Dog’s Best Friend - Jan Fennell Cover Art

A Dog’s Best Friend

A Dog’s Best Friend The Secrets that Make Good Dog Owners Great by Jan Fennell

Through touching and emotive anecdotes, internationally-acclaimed author and dog trainer Jan Fennell shares with us the successes, set-backs and secrets that will strike a chord with dog lovers everywhere. In an age of selfishness and misunderstanding, the virtues of duty, loyalty and sacrifice have become symbols of a bygone age. Perhaps this is one of the more subtle reasons why we are drawn to our dogs – creatures for whom all these positive attributes are purely instinctive. In this series of inspirational stories, drawn from her vast wealth of experience with both dogs and their owners, Jan Fennell recounts some of the greatest acts of kindness, heroism, loyalty and compassion that she has ever witnessed. And in recounting these inspirational tales, Jan demonstrates, with heart-rending sensitivity, the qualities that distinguish a good owner from a truly great one. This touching, poignant book complements Jan's practical series of best-selling titles with inspirational tales of set-backs, successes and occasional heart-ache. It is the perfect read for dog lovers everywhere. Reviews ‘British dog owner Jan Fennell has devised a revolutionary method of training. It’s gentle, simple and remarkably effective.’ ‘Mail on Sunday’ ‘Jan Fennell may not have danced with wolves, but she’s stood nose to nose with them – and if she was given half a chance, I’m sure she could make lions lie down with lambs.’ ‘Daily Record’ 'She can solve problems with difficult dogs almost immediately.' ‘My Weekly’ About the author After the success of Channel 5’s programme The Dog Listener (‘It was amazing.’ Daily Mail), Jan Fennell launched her own hugely successful television series. Jan has previously appeared on Yorkshire TV in the series Problem Pooches. She lives in Lincolnshire but her work takes her all around the country.

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The Complete Guide to Weimaraners - Lorraine Jones Cover Art

The Complete Guide to Weimaraners

The Complete Guide to Weimaraners by Lorraine Jones

Get The Definitive Weimaraner Ownership Guide. Whether you own a Weimaraner, or are considering it, existing owners agree that this is the "must have" owner's manual. Weimaraner are extremely rewarding companions that develop loyal bonds with their owners.  The breed dates back centuries, and to this day they are most well-known for their unwavering protective nature and ability to serve as loyal companions. This comprehensive owners guide provides you with the most critical information, resources, and training strategies needed to successfully raise and care for your Weimaraner. From choosing the right puppy, to caring for your Weimaraner, the information within this guide will serve as your "go to" resource for years to come. Highlights from the The Complete Guide to Weimaraners:  The Right and Wrong Reasons for Buying a Weimaraner  Breed Overview and Ownership Expectations  How the Weimaraner Adoption Process Really Works  All About Weimaraner Puppies  Preparing Your Home for a Weimaraner  How to Keep Your Dog Healthy, Safe, and Happy  Common Health Problems  Caring for Weimaraner Health Issues  Exercise & Activity Expectations  Showing Your Weimaraner  Training for Guard Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Herding Dogs, & More  The Aging Process and Life Expectations  Hundreds of Tips and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions As with all dog breeds, there are many advantages and disadvantages to owning a Weimaraner. From the day you bring home your new puppy, or adopt, you will be bombarded with questions and concerns. It is critical that you have all of the required proper care information available, at any time, so that you do not make any costly errors or put your new best friend into danger. The importance of proper training and care, from the start, cannot be understated. The worst problems in Weimaraner ownership almost always start early. Be pro-active, learn everything there is to know about Weimaraner ownership, and get started on the right track. No stone was left unturned in this manual, which easily surpasses the few mediocre alternatives on the market. From the puppy days to the later years, new and sometimes difficult decisions are required from Weimaraner owners. This manual will help you make the correct decision, based on medical and training best practices, so that you never go to sleep worried about your pet's health or mood. Ultimately, this guide will prepare you for the vast array of purchasing, adoption, training, healthcare, and expectation-related information that will confront you at one time or another. This complete manual includes photographs, and nearly a dozen chapters full of useful information for your Weimaraner. Additionally, the manual includes a very helpful table of contents so that you can easily and accurately find the important information you are looking for in an instant.  The complete manual is designed to help first-time dog owners and experienced individuals alike, with ease and clarity. Purchase the The Complete Guide to Weimaraners today and save yourself from costly mistakes that could create financial disasters, poor long-term behaviour, and increased stress in both you and your dog's living environment. A well-prepared Weimaraner owner makes for a happy, and healthy dog.  Take care of yourself... and your Weimaraner.

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Border Collie Training - Dog Training for your Border Collie puppy - Claudia Kaiser Cover Art

Border Collie Training - Dog Training for your Border Collie puppy

Border Collie Training - Dog Training for your Border Collie puppy by Claudia Kaiser

Border Collie Training - Dog Training for your Border Collie puppy The training of dogs is often... ... confused with classical dog training drills... only considered necessary for demanding dogs... mocked by other dog owners... replaced by anti-authoritarian methods... considered too difficult to achieve without experience. What constitutes dog training and what is it good for? And how can you and your Border Collie profit from it without having any experience? The most important thing is to understand how a dog sees his world, what is "normal" for him and how you can use this to your advantage. In addition, the characteristics of each breed are significant when you get beyond the basic training phase. Your Border Collie will show characteristics which are different to those of a Pug, for example, and this is predominantly what you need to consider during training. This book is vol. 2 of the Border Collie training books. Vol. 1 for you Border Collie puppy is also available with the title "Border Collie Training Vol. 2: Dog Training for your grown-up Border Collie" Author Claudia Kaiser says about her book: "It was my desire to let other dog owners profit from the knowledge I have gained over many years, and after making many mistakes. I love my dog and know how important it is to adapt the training to suit each breed. It is exactly this desire that prompted me to write this book. My aim is to help every beginner, not only to understand his dog better, but also to know exactly how to get the best results, step-by-step, so that you can achieve a close, positive and trusting human-dog relationship." Quench your curiosity to know about background information, read reports on other experiences and obtain step-by-step instructions and secret tips which are tailor-made for your Border Collie. Get your copy of this book today and experience... ... how your Border Collie sees his world... and how you can progressively train your dog to receive the best results. Your Border Collie will appreciate it... ... so this is my advice: Don't hesitate to buy this book! Content of this book: About the AuthorPrefaceWhat you need to know about your Border CollieCornerstones of training puppiesBefore the puppy arrivesThe first few weeksThe first commandsTraining basic knowledgeSpecial Chapter – The hunting instinctCheck list for the startConclusion

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Barking Up the Right Tree - Ian Dunbar Cover Art

Barking Up the Right Tree

Barking Up the Right Tree The Science and Practice of Positive Dog Training by Ian Dunbar

“I am sure Barking Up the Right Tree will be celebrated as the bible of dog training.” — Marc Bekoff, PhD, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals and Dogs Demystified When Dr. Ian Dunbar introduced his SIRIUS® Puppy Training in 1982, dog training mostly comprised punishing adult dogs for bad habits and lack of compliance. Dunbar focused on verbally cuing and creatively luring to achieve desirable behavior and using “life rewards” — sniffing, walking, play with dogs, and interactive games — to reinforce speedy compliance and good habits from the outset. His “dog’s point of view” approach revolutionized the field, and today there are few trainers who have not been strongly influenced by it. While positive reinforcement is now widely adopted, this new book details how other reward-training techniques have strayed from Dunbar’s original, quick and easy, highly effective lure-reward approach for teaching dogs ESL, in which we can verbally cue specific responses, offer heartfelt praise for success, and give guidance when dogs err. With Dunbar’s method, we can teach dogs when and where to eliminate, what to chew, when and for how long to bark, and when and how to appropriately let off steam. Barking Up the Right Tree offers proof that aversive punishment seldom works to eliminate undesirable behavior or to get the dog back on track. Dunbar presents numerous nonaversive yet highly effective solutions for misbehavior and noncompliance — simply by using the words you teach, and without even raising your voice. The culmination of fifty-plus years at the vanguard of dog behavioral science, Barking Up the Right Tree is an indispensable guide for anyone who wants harmonious, two-way communication with a calm, confident, well-behaved, happy canine companion.

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Read With Me - Pet Partners Cover Art

Read With Me

Read With Me by Pet Partners

Reading to dogs? Absolutely. A therapy animal visit is an incentive, a motivational tool, and a non-judgmental listener… all in one. Therapy animals can breathe new life into lesson plans, classroom activities, and library reading programs with the exciting presence of a highly qualified volunteer and their animal. This publication is a part of the Pet Partners Therapy Animal Program, providing the most highly credentialed volunteers in the field.  Pet Partners' Therapy Animal Program represents the best that the field of animal-assisted interventions has to offer. Volunteers in the Therapy Animal Program interact with a wide variety of clients including veterans with PTSD, seniors living with Alzheimer's, students with literacy challenges, patients in recovery, people with intellectual disabilities, and those approaching end of life. We believe that the human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial relationship that improves the physical, social, and emotional lives of those we serve. We are motivated by connection, compassion, and a commitment to sharing this meaningful bond with everyone who can benefit from time spent with an animal.

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Encyclopedia of aquarium plants - Peter Hiscock Cover Art

Encyclopedia of aquarium plants

Encyclopedia of aquarium plants by Peter Hiscock

Both beginner and advanced aquascaping enthusiasts will delight in this aquarium plant guidebook! Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants is filled with hundreds of aquatic plants presented in an A-to-Z directory with high quality photos and profiles of each plant. Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants includes detailed information on aquatic plants, including common names, botanical designations, growth cycles, and propagation. Additionally, this book covers potential problems that can occur in an aquatic environment, such as parasites, and how to prevent them. With hundreds of color photos and illustrations, this book is both beautiful and informative! Easy to understand and beginner-friendly, the Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants is the perfect aquascape book for you!

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Perfect Puppy - Gwen Bailey Cover Art

Perfect Puppy

Perfect Puppy The classic puppy training book now fully revised and updated by Gwen Bailey

THE NO.1 BEST-SELLING GUIDE - OVER 1/2 MILLION BOOKS SOLD WORLDWIDE Gwen Bailey's ORIGINAL puppy training guide is back - FULLY REVISED and UPDATED for 2024! Packed with the most up-to-date findings in canine behaviour and sporting a brand-new, user-friendly design, this stunning edition will teach how to raise a problem-free dog. From housetraining to games and shared activities, learn how to teach your dog good manners and build their confidence in the world around them. Complete with step-by-step training and socialisation plans, as well as no-nonsense guides to understanding and preventing biting, chewing, aggression, and other problems. * BRAND NEW content and UPDATES throughout. * FRESH photography, that brings every lesson to life. * The LATEST methods and practices, to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of dog training. * SUPER CLEAR, and USER-FRIENDLY layout. * Over half a million copies sold worldwide! Join hundreds of thousands of owners across the world who have already transformed their puppies into healthy, happy and obedient companions.

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A Cup of Comfort Stories for Dog Lovers - Colleen Sell Cover Art

A Cup of Comfort Stories for Dog Lovers

A Cup of Comfort Stories for Dog Lovers Celebrating the boundless energy, love, and devotion of our canine companions by Colleen Sell

In A Cup of Comfort Stories for Dog Lovers , you’ll rejoice in three stories that honor the special relationship between dogs and their people. Sometimes bittersweet, sometimes joyful, but always poignant, these stories will touch the heart of every dog lover.

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Border Collie - Wendy Bedwell Wilson Cover Art

Border Collie

Border Collie by Wendy Bedwell Wilson

Celebrating the world's most intelligent purebred dog, the Border Collie--the star of every canine competition, from agility and obedience to herding and flyball-- this Smart Owner's Guide, created by the editors at Dog Fancy magazine, offers the most up-to-date and accurate information every dog owner needs to become a well-informed caregiver for his dog. Illustrated with color photographs of adorable puppies and handsome adults, this easy-to-read primer is designed in a modern, lively manner that readers will find user-friendly and entertaining. Each Smart Owner's Guide offers a description of the breed's character and physical conformation, historical overview, and its attributes as a companion dog. The reader will find informative chapters on everything he or she needs to know about acquiring, raising, and training this remarkable purebred dog, including: finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy; preparing for the puppy's homecoming, shopping for supplies, and puppy-proofing the home; house-training; veterinary and home health maintenance; feeding and nutrition; and grooming. Obedience training for basic cues (sit, stay, heel, come, etc.) and solving potential problem behaviors (barking, chewing, aggression, jumping up, etc.) are addressed in separate chapters, as are activities to enjoy with the dog, including showing, agility, therapy work, and more. Entertaining tidbits and smart advice fill up colorful sidebars in every chapter, which the editors call "It's a Fact," "Smart Tip," "Notable & Quotable," and "Did You Know?" Real-life heroes and rescue stories are retold in full-page features called "Pop Pups" and "True Tails." Recipes, training, and care tips are highlighted in the "Try This" feature pages. The Smart Owner's Guide series is the only series that offers readers an online component in which dog owners can join a breed-specific online club hosted by dogchannel.com. At Club Border, owners of the breed can find forums, blogs, and profiles to connect with other breed owners, as well as charts and checklists that can be downloaded. More than just 20,000 pages of solid information, there's a host of fun to be had at the club in the form of downloadable breed-specific e-cards, screensavers, games, and quizzes. The Resources section of the book includes contact information for breed-related organizations and rescues, as well as practical guidance on traveling with dogs, identification, and locating qualified professionals to assist the dog owner, such as pet sitters, trainers, and boarding facilities. This information-packed Smart Owner's Guide is fully indexed.

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Mine! - Jean Donaldson Cover Art

Mine!

Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs by Jean Donaldson

Winner of the DWAA Maxwell Award for 2002, Training and Behavior Book. A practical how-to guide on resource guarding - food bowl, object, bed, crate, owner, etc. - in dogs. Contents include: aggression basics, nature of resource guarding, kinds of resource guarding, behaviorist vs. medical models, recognizing guarding, prognosis, safety tools, treatment overview, management, desensitization and counterconditioning, resource sample hierarchies, generalization, troubleshooting, body handling desensitization, operant conditioning.

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Cat vs Human: Another Dose of Catnip - Yasmine Surovec Cover Art

Cat vs Human: Another Dose of Catnip

Cat vs Human: Another Dose of Catnip by Yasmine Surovec

Cat owners are familiar with those little joys of owning a feline friend: From finding cat hair-covered dresses to creating, well, inventive cuddle positions for sleepy time, Yasmine Surovec is all too familiar with the world of a cat lover.  In her second collection of Cat vs Human comics, Surovec dives further into the intricacies of cat ownership. Perhaps you've had the pleasure of awakening next to a lovely gift from your cat—such as a dead mouse or hairball—or maybe you understand the necessary pain tolerance that comes from being a scratching post for unclipped claws. Either way, this book is sure to leave you rolling with laughter . . . on your cat hair-infested floor. This collection includes 140 comics from the blog plus 21 new, never-before-seen comics created specifically for this book.

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Dog Show - Billy Collins & Pamela Sztybel Cover Art

Dog Show

Dog Show Poems by Billy Collins & Pamela Sztybel

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • One of Oprah’s Favorite Things! New York Times bestselling author and former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins captures the essence and mystery of dogs in this special collection of poems inspired by our beloved companions, with striking watercolor canine portraits by Pamela Sztybel. As Oprah says on Oprah Daily online: “This collection of 25 poems by Billy Collins is a sweet gift for dog lovers. ‘A Dog on His Master’ is a favorite of mine.” “Everyone who has a dog—or still grieves for one—will find themselves in this collection of witty, sweet and poignant poems by former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins . . [an] eminently giftable collection.”— The Washington Post “There are lots of books about man’s best friend, but none as sweet or as beautiful as Dog Show .”— Air Mail “The pleasures here are many for Collins fans, dog lovers, and any reader looking for clever, poignant, and spirit-lifting poems accompanied by deft, lively, and affectionate paintings.” —Booklist Billy Collins’s Dog Show celebrates the joy of our canine best friends, honoring the love we feel for the animals who play such vital roles in our lives. In twenty-five poems, Collins distills the many ways dogs warm our hearts, from the happiness we experience as we watch a dog run unencumbered by our burdens, to the silliness of cradling a dog in our arms as we step on the scale together. Turning his inimitable eye and ear to the complexities of dog behavior, Collins ponders all that these winning creatures give us and what we learn from them about ourselves. For more than four decades Collins has delighted readers with his insight, wit, and clear poetic voice. In Dog Show, “America’s favorite poet” ( The Wall Street Journal ) illuminates America’s favorite pet (sorry, cat lovers). Accompanied by Pamela Sztybel’s watercolors, which effortlessly depict a dog’s humble grace, Dog Show reveals the profound role these majestic animals play in our lives and the meaning they give us.

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A Puppy's Perspective - Kim Anne Paciotti Cover Art

A Puppy's Perspective

A Puppy's Perspective 101 Puppy Training Tips You Need to Know by Kim Anne Paciotti

After 5 years of living and working with over 250 puppies, canine scientist and puppy expert Kim Paciotti knows what works when it comes to puppy training! Her unique insight of how puppy’s learn and develop will help you understand the concepts of communicating with your puppy to build a life long relationship Starting from a foundation of trust and love, Kim shows you how to shape your puppy’s temperament, be proactive rather than reactive, and talking to your puppy instead of at them. You will learn never released proven training tips, that are used daily in the Empowered Puppy Program.  A Puppy’s Perspective addresses, temperament, behaviors, obedience, crate and potty training, socialization, feeding and general care.  Just a few of the 101 Puppy Training Tips You Need to Know: Why you should never tell your puppy “its okay”. Learn the easiest way to prevent separation anxiety. Is using a clicker the best for new puppy owners? The easiest way to stop puppies from jumping. How to make sure your puppy comes when called. How to capture and promote good behavior. 3 ways to help your puppy learn faster! The #1 reason people fail at potty training! Don’t rush the walk…or you will teach your puppy to pull on the leash. Should you use the word “no”? Should you teach your puppy hand signals How to teach calmness and confidence  An easy way to stop anxious barking Potty time or play time?  Does your puppy get confused?  Retractable or flat leash…that is the question                                                       Should my puppy go to obedience classes? Does your dog know guilt? The game of sit. Use plural words…for your puppy to learn 50% faster. Should I free feed my puppy? When is it safe for my puppy to go out? How do I prevent car sickness?

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The Coach House Cats - Marilyn Edwards Cover Art

The Coach House Cats

The Coach House Cats by Marilyn Edwards

'A colourful series that celebrates the many ways animals enrich our relationships and our lives' Karin Slaughter It's become obvious that the time has come to have Pushkin, the Russian Blue tom, and Titus, the ginger moggy queen, neutered. This was indeed the plan for Fannie, the tortoiseshell, but with her longed-for pregnancy well under way it must now be postponed. Fannie's due date for her kittens arrives and, in the time-honoured tradition of cats and the best laid plans, unexpected problems arise. Following this drama, the household finds itself in turmoil again with the arrival of a black Bengal kitten, called Gilly, who disrupts the peace of both cats and people resident in The Coach House. . . With a fine eye and ear for the world of natural history, Marilyn Edwards writes about rural living with charm and passion - but it is her observation of cats and their ways that make her books so utterly magical. **Fully illustrated throughout** Praise for the Moon Cottage books: 'My all-time favourite cat book' Jacqueline Wilson 'Cat lovers will adore this book . . . A tender story of love between the author and her cats' Celia Haddon 'All the many delights and a few of the heartaches of a life with cats are told with charm and wit. A vivid, honest, observant and involving book' Desmond Morris

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Tom Dokken's Retriever Training - Tom Dokken Cover Art

Tom Dokken's Retriever Training

Tom Dokken's Retriever Training The Complete Guide to Developing Your Hunting Dog by Tom Dokken

Hunting Success Begins Here! In Tom Dokken's Retriever Training , America's leading trainer helps you channel your hunting dog's huge ambition so he works for you, the way you want, and does so happily.After using the time-tested methods in Tom Dokken's Retriever Training , you'll have a reliable retriever that:    • Obeys commands on- and off-leash    • Retrieves birds to hand    • Remains steady to shot    • Quarters and flushes upland game    • Finds downed birds    • Takes hand signals

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Rin Tin Tin Enhanced - Susan Orlean Cover Art

Rin Tin Tin Enhanced

Rin Tin Tin Enhanced The Life and the Legend by Susan Orlean

Featuring more than seventy-five photographs and almost a dozen rarely seen videos from Rin Tin Tin’s legendary career, this Enhanced eBook edition of Susan Orlean’s Rin Tin Tin vividly illustrates the life and legacy of the canine hero. He believed the dog was immortal. So begins Susan Orlean’s sweeping, powerfully moving account of Rin Tin Tin’s journey from orphaned puppy to movie star and international icon. Orlean, a staff writer at The New Yorker who has been hailed as “a national treasure” by The Washington Post , spent nearly ten years researching and reporting her most captivating book to date: the story of a dog who was born in 1918 and never died. It begins on a battlefield in France during World War I, when a young American soldier, Lee Duncan, discovered a newborn German shepherd in the ruins of a bombed-out dog kennel. To Duncan, who came of age in an orphanage, the dog’s survival was a miracle. He saw something in Rin Tin Tin that he felt compelled to share with the world. Duncan brought Rinty home to California, where the dog’s athleticism and acting ability drew the attention of Warner Bros. Over the next ten years, Rinty starred in twenty-three blockbuster silent films that saved the studio from bankruptcy and made him the most famous dog in the world. At the height of his popularity, Rin Tin Tin was Hollywood’s number one box office star. During the decades that followed, Rinty and his descendants rose and fell with the times, making a tumultuous journey from silent films to talkies, from black-and-white to color, from radio programs to one of the most popular television shows of the baby boom era, The Adventures of Rin-Tin-Tin . The canine hero’s legacy was cemented by Duncan and a small group of others—including Bert Leonard, the producer of the TV series, and Daphne Hereford, the owner of the current Rin Tin Tin—who have dedicated their lives to making sure the dog’s legend will never die. At its core, Rin Tin Tin is a poignant exploration of the enduring bond between humans and animals. It is also a richly textured history of twentieth-century entertainment and entrepreneurship. It spans ninety years and explores everything from the shift in status of dogs from working farmhands to beloved family members, from the birth of obedience training to the evolution of dog breeding, from the rise of Hollywood to the past and present of dogs in war. Filled with humor and heart and moments that will move you to tears, Susan Orlean’s first original book since The Orchid Thief is an irresistible blend of history, human interest, and masterful storytelling—a dazzling celebration of a great American dog by one of our most gifted writers.

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A Gift from Bob - James Bowen Cover Art

A Gift from Bob

A Gift from Bob How a Street Cat Helped One Man Learn the Meaning of Christmas by James Bowen

Bob Fever has swept the globe, with A Street Cat Named Bob vaulting its way to #7 on The New York Times bestseller list in its first week on sale. With rights sold to 27 countries around the globe and a top spot on the British bestseller list for more than a year, this book has been a smashing success around the world. As Street Cat Bob and James spend a cold and challenging December on the streets together, James once more draws strength and inspiration from his extraordinary cat—learning important lessons about the true meaning of Christmas along the way. From the day James rescued a street cat abandoned in the hallway of his sheltered accommodation, they began a friendship which has transformed both their lives and, through the bestselling books A Street Cat Named Bob and The World According to Bob , touched millions around the world. In this new story of their journey together, A Gift from Bob , James looks back at the last Christmas they spent scraping a living on the streets and how Bob helped him through one of his toughest times—providing strength, friendship and inspiration but also teaching him important lessons about the true meaning of Christmas along the way. Readers who fell in love with Dewey and Marley, as well as the hundreds of thousands of fans who read A Street Cat Named Bob and The World According to Bob , will be eager to read the next chapters in the life of James and Bob.

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi - Susan Ewing Cover Art

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Pembroke Welsh Corgi The Essential Guide for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Lover by Susan Ewing

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi ranks #26 in dog registrations by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and is an intelligent and sensitive working dog who takes well to training and makes an ideal companion. In addition to general care and health advice, this comprehensive guide follows the breed from its origins as herders of cattle to human companion and outlines the qualities that make it a beloved pet. The Breed Lover’s Guide™ provides the next level in dog care and training for very special breeds of dogs. Written specifically about those less common breeds, this series includes key subjects like breed characteristics, feeding, grooming, training, and health with expert advice from breeders, vets, and trainers affiliated with each breed.

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Doggie Language - Lili Chin Cover Art

Doggie Language

Doggie Language A Dog Lover's Guide to Understanding Your Best Friend by Lili Chin

Dogs communicate with so much more than barks and tail wags. Misreading doggie body language makes life challenging for dogs and their humans. This small but mighty book is your perfect illustrated guide to seeing and understanding the subtle visual cues and interpreting the behaviours used by your beloved pup to express how they're feeling. The more we notice and listen to what our dogs are trying to tell us, the more we can improve our relationship with our best friends, helping them to feel safe and happy. - Original illustrations help you compare similar facial expressions, body language and gestures. - Interpret your dog's cues and learn how your dog uses his ears, eyes, mouth, tail and posture to communicate with you. - Spot the signals your dog is trying to give you to tell you they're stressed or conflicted.

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How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend - Monks of New Skete Cover Art

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend A Training Manual for Dog Owners by Monks of New Skete

For more than a quarter century, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend has been the standard against which all other dog-training books have been measured. This expanded edition preserves the best features of the original classic while bringing the book fully up-to-date. The result: the ultimate training manual for a new generation of dog owners--and, of course, for their canine best friends. The Monks of New Skete have achieved international renown as breeders of German shepherds and as outstanding trainers of dogs of all breeds. Their unique approach to canine training, developed and refined over four decades, is based on the philosophy that "understanding is the key to communication, compassion, and communion" with your dog. How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend covers virtually every aspect of living with and caring for your dog, including: Selecting a dog (what breed? male? female? puppy or older dog?) to fit your lifestyle Where to get--and where not to get--a dog Reading a pedigree Training your dog or puppy--when, where, and how The proper use of praise and discipline Feeding, grooming, and ensuring your dog's physical fitness Recognizing and correcting canine behavioral problems The particular challenges of raising a dog where you live - in the city, country, or suburb The proper techniques for complete care of your pet at every stage of his or her lifeIn its scope, its clarity, and its authority, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend remains unrivaled as a basic training guide for dog owners. Like no other book, this guide can help you understand and appreciate your dog's nature as well as his or her distinct personality--and in so doing, it can significantly enrich the life you share with your dog.

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The Complete Guide to Doberman Pinschers - Tarah Schwartz Cover Art

The Complete Guide to Doberman Pinschers

The Complete Guide to Doberman Pinschers by Tarah Schwartz

The Complete Guide to Doberman Pinschers is the perfect book for anyone looking to purchase or adopt their first Doberman Pinscher. Intelligent, loyal, and athletic, Doberman Pinschers can be the ideal pet for the properly prepared family. This book will give you the knowledge you need as you begin your ownership journey, covering topics such as: Doberman Pinscher HistoryChoosing a Doberman PinscherPreparing Your Home for Your Doberman PinscherBringing Home Your Doberman PinscherBeing a Puppy ParentHousebreakingSocializing with People and AnimalsDoberman Pinschers and Your Other Pets Doberman Pinschers fall in the working class of dog breeds and are well-known by professional dog trainers for their natural athleticism and drive. A highly intelligent breed full of energy can be a hassle for any dog owner! This is why The Complete Guide to Doberman Pinschers includes sections on: Physical and Mental ExerciseTraining Your Doberman PinscherBasic CommandsDealing with Unwanted BehaviorsTraveling with Your Doberman All Dobermans require the best of care to maintain their naturally sleek but substantial physique from puppyhood to old age. We cover all the basics so you will know all about what your Doberman Pinscher needs for nutrition, grooming, basic health care, and special health needs for your aging Doberman. From the history of the breed from its days as an intimidating guard dog for the tax collectors of Germany, to choosing the perfect puppy and then caring for your older Doberman, The Complete Guide to Doberman Pinschers is your go-to resource for all things about "Dobie".

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The Cat's Meow - Jonathan B. Losos Cover Art

The Cat's Meow

The Cat's Meow How Cats Evolved from the Savanna to Your Sofa by Jonathan B. Losos

The past, present, and future of the world's most popular and beloved pet, from a leading evolutionary biologist and great cat lover. "Engaging and wide-ranging ... The Cat's Meow is a readable and informed exploration of the wildcat that lurks within Fluffy." — The Washington Post The domestic cat— your cat—has, from its evolutionary origins in Africa, been transformed in comparatively little time into one of the most successful and diverse species on the planet. Jonathan Losos, writing as both a scientist and a cat lover, explores how researchers today are unraveling the secrets of the cat, past and present, using all the tools of modern technology, from GPS tracking (you’d be amazed where those backyard cats roam) and genomics (what is your so-called Siamese cat . . . really?) to forensic archaeology. In addition to solving the mysteries of your cat's past, it gives us a cat's-eye view of today's habitats, including meeting wild cousins around the world whose habits your sweet house cat sometimes eerily parallels. Do lions and tigers meow? If not, why not? Why does my cat leave a dead mouse at my feet (or on my pillow)? Is a pet ocelot a bad idea? When and why did the cat make its real leap off the African plain? What’s with all those cats in Egyptian hieroglyphics? In a genial voice, casually deciphering complex science and history with many examples from his own research and multi-cat household, Losos explores how selection, both natural and artificial, over the last several millennia has shaped the contemporary cat, with new breeds vastly different in anatomy and behavior from their ancestral stock. Yet the cat, ever a predator, still seems only one paw out of the wild, and readily reverts to its feral ways as it occupies new lands around the world. Humans are transforming cats, and they in turn are transforming the world around them. This charming and intelligent book suggests what the future may hold for both Felis catus and Homo sapiens .

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The Weimaraner - Diane Morgan Cover Art

The Weimaraner

The Weimaraner by Diane Morgan

Discover a whole new world of dogs with these revolutionary breed-specific guides. The Weimaraner is strong, alert, and good-natured. This title features an extensive health chapter that details those disorders to which this able breed can be prone.

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The Complete Guide to Adopting a Cat: Preparing for, Selecting, Raising, Training, and Loving Your New Adopted Cat or Kitten - Laura Cassiday Cover Art

The Complete Guide to Adopting a Cat: Preparing for, Selecting, Raising, Training, and Loving Your New Adopted Cat or Kitten

The Complete Guide to Adopting a Cat: Preparing for, Selecting, Raising, Training, and Loving Your New Adopted Cat or Kitten by Laura Cassiday

Certified cat behavior consultant Laura Cassiday used her extensive experience working at the Maryland SPCA to help her write the definitive guide book for anyone who has recently adopted (or is considering adopting) a new cat . Using input and interviews from over 40 shelter and rescue organization experts , this book covers every topic and question a new cat owner will need to know to successfully integrate their new cat into their home and life. Topics covered include: Choosing the correct cat for your home and lifestyleWhat to do if you've found a stray cat or kittensBecoming a cat foster parentBringing your new cat home: supplies, safe spaces, and introductionsCat nutritionGrooming and sheddingCat health careTroubleshooting problemsLitter Boxes IssuesDestructive ScratchingBiting and AggressionFear and AnxietyNuisance Behaviors (Counter Surfing, Excessive Meowing, and More)Carrier TrainingGiving MedicationPlaytime and enrichmentSenior Cat care So you've decided to adopt a cat. Easy, right? You just go to the closest shelter, pick out the cute, fluffy orange one, and live happily ever after. Although this is exactly what goes through the minds of many would-be cat adopters, picking out your new best friend can be a little more complicated. I mean, if you get a kitten, you're looking at a 15-20 year commitment. I once had one of my cats live to be 27! And what happens if they don't like your other pets? Or your kids? Even worse, what if they stop using their litter box? And how often do cats even need to go to the vet, anyway? Even for impulsive people like myself, you have to at least put a little bit of thought into it. That's where this book comes in. It's a comprehensive guide to all things cat adoption. If you don't know where to start, this is a good place. If you've just brought your new kitty home and have questions, we'll cover that too. Even if you've already had a cat for a while, you're guaranteed to learn something new. So grab your catnip and feather wand, and let's get started!

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All My Patients Kick and Bite - Jeff Wells Cover Art

All My Patients Kick and Bite

All My Patients Kick and Bite Favorite Stories from a Vet's Practice by Jeff Wells

A veterinarian's highly amusing, uplifting, and entertaining follow-up to All My Patients Have Tales . In this second collection by our intrepid vet, Jeff Wells has his work cut out for him when he learns that llamas do not take kindly to having their toenails trimmed, dog owners in the medical field can be a real pain, Scottish Highland cattle stick together and just might run a vet out of their enclosure, and fixing an overly amorous burro often needs to be prioritized. Told with Wells's trademark humor and gentle touch, these and many other heartwarming, heartbreaking, funny and strange stories will give readers a whole new appreciation for those who care for our pets. "This is a wonderfully written book . . . It is filled with what has become [Wells's] trademark humor and gentle touch. Dr. Wells' book is filled with stories that are touching, poignant, and funny, all reflecting his experiences as a dedicated veterinarian. Anyone who has ever been owned by a family pet will love this book." — Tucson Citizen "After reading this warm and compassionate eclectic mix of stories, you're left loving this rural Colorado veterinarian's sense of humor, patience and earthiness. Each of the richly detailed vignettes is intense and engaging while accented with vivid characters and a tough realism, leaving you marveling at the author's commitment and resilient, can-do spirit." — Seattle Kennel Club

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Paw Prints in the Moonlight - Denis O'Connor Cover Art

Paw Prints in the Moonlight

Paw Prints in the Moonlight by Denis O'Connor

A "wonderful" true story of a snowy night, a three-week-old kitten, and a man whose life is about to be forever changed (Margaret and Michael Korda, authors of Cat People ). When Denis O'Connor rescues a three-week-old kitten from certain death during a snowstorm, little does he know how this tiny creature will change his life forever. Against all odds, the kitten—whom he names Toby Jug—survives and turns out to be a wondrous Maine Coon cat extraordinaire. Life with Toby is never dull, and Denis and Toby embark on a series of sometimes comical, sometimes poignant adventures that bring them ever closer together. From the massive invasion of bees at Owl Cottage to the mysterious case of the disappearing tomatoes, Denis and Toby form an extraordinary bond, and the cat that no one thought would live through the night ends up altering the lives of everyone he meets. With spectacular watercolor illustrations depicting Toby's many hijinks, and set in the rural splendor of Northumberland, England, this heartwarming classic will be cherished by people of all ages. "Touching . . . Both a wonderful cat story and a portrait of rural England that will satisfy everyone who is or was a fan of All Creatures Great and Small . His charming book belongs on every cat lover's reading list." —Margaret and Michael Korda, authors of Cat People "If you've ever had a deep bond with a cat, you must read this book. If you've never had a deep bond with a cat, you must read this book . . . Heartwarming." —Carole Nelson Douglas, author of Cat in a White Tie and Tails

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