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A Fish Caught in Time - The Search For The Coelacanth Samantha Weinberg
Perennial 0060932856 / 9780060932855 Softcover New copy.
The coelacanth is no ordinary fish. Five feet long, with luminescent eyes and limb-like fins, this bizarre creature, presumed to be extinct, was discovered in 1938 by an amateur ichthyologist who recognized it from fossils dating back 400 million years. The discovery was immediately dubbed the "greatest scientific find of the century," but the excitement that ensued was even more incredible. This is the entrancing story of that most rare and precious fish - our own great-uncle forty million times removed.
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Dogs Don't Bite When a Growl Will Do Weinstein, Matt
Perigee Books 0399529160 / 9780399529160 1st Edition 2003 Hardcover, DJ, 284 pages New Copy
>Every dog lover knows that man's best friend is sincere and loyal and knows how to have fun - and that dogs are wonderful creatures who have no difficulty showing their love openly. Filled with captivating photos of dogs, both deep in thought and diligently at play, this delightful volume teaches you Everything You Need to Know . . . from a dog's-eye view.
Dogs Don't Bite When a Growl Will Do is an insightful, engaging, and witty guide to the collective wisdom of our constant companions . . . and illustrates how we can all benefit from becoming a little more canine in our human interactions.
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Gorillas Jill Caravan
New Line Books 2005 1577171330 / 9781577171331 Hardcover New Copy
Gorillas have fascinated humans for centuries. They are one of our nearest relatives in the animal kingdom, yet they are often misunderstood, with an entirely undeserved reputation for being aggressive. Far from resorting to attack, they are the gentle giants of the wild, acting as loving and nuturing parents to their young, and even exhibiting protective behavior in some encounters with people. Genetically they are remarkably similar to humans; like us they are members of the Primate order and their anatomy resembles ours. But more than physical traits link humans and gorillas: perhaps more so than any other nonhuman animal, gorillas are highly intelligent, playful, capable of emotions, and can even laugh and smile. With spectacular photographs and informative text, this volume brings gorillas vividly before us, demonstrating such traits as:
* A sense of community involving mutual caring and cooperation
* Loving and nurturing care for the young
* Playfulness and the creation of games
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The ASPCA Complete Guide To Pet Care Carroll, David L. & Zawistowski, Stephen
Plume Books 0452282721 / 9780452282728 Softcover, 415 pages. New copy
Written in cooperation with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, The ASPCA Complete Guide to Pet Care provides pet lovers with everything they need to know about maintaining the health and well-being of their domestic animals. With individual chapters on each of the most common species of pets, this book is perfect for families that live with more than one type of animal. Samples:
* How to care for more than one animal species
* Choosing the right pet
* What to do when you bring your pet home
* Feeding techniques
* Refresher course in housebreaking
* Travelling with your pet
* Animal diseases which may be contagious to humans
* Emergency care
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The Complete DOG OWNERS Manual Marder, Amy DVM
Broadway Books 1st Edition 1997 0767900014 / 9780767900010 Hardcover, DJ, 224 pages
Written by two dog-care experts, this lively, full-color guide to raising healthy and happy dogs, with information on the top 100 breeds, is the definitive resource for every dog owner.
Illustrated throughout with over 400 full-color photographs and illustrations and filled with sound, practical advice, The Complete Dog Owner's Manual covers every aspect of adding a dog to the family and making him or her feel right at home. It provides essential information on selecting a dog; buying basic equipment from leashes and collars to housing and bedding; and taking care of day-to-day tasks such as feeding and grooming. Instructions on training are presented in a clear, easy-to-understand style, and sections on nutrition, exercise requirements, and health care ensure the pet's well-being. To help owners identify and learn about their dog, 100 of the most popular breeds are described in detail.
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The Dog's Book Of Romance Ledher, Kate
Andrews McMeel 2005 0740754815 / 9780740754814 Hardcover, DJ, New copy Lisa Sachs
Dogs are known for their loyalty and affection, but do these consummate companions have anything to teach us about romantic love? From the pages of The Dogs' Book of Romance, it's clear they do. In this dazzling collection of lush, full-color photographs, extraordinary canine couples reveal with wit and wisdom just what it takes to make romance last a lifetime. Photographer Lisa Sachs presents an array of gorgeous dog duos-from bulldogs to beagles-as they nuzzle, snuggle, and lavish each other with tender loving care. The captions of advice that accompany each photograph offer heartfelt and humorous reminders about how to keep the sparks flying in an intimate relationship.
* "Declare your affection," depicted by a Jack Russell terrier who's sweet on a Doberman pinscher.
* "Keep telling the story of how you met,' depicted by a pair of doting corgis.
* "Stay awake for pillow talk," depicted by two Westies about to hit the sack.
* "Intimacy begins when you let down your guard," depicted by a yellow and a black Lab as they work through relationship issues.
About the Author
Sisters-in-law Kate Ledger and Lisa Sachs present The Dogs' Book of Romance as the much-awaited follow-up to their successful debut, The Cats' Book of Romance. Currently at work on a novel, Kate holds an M.F.A. in fiction from the University of Arizona. Lisa, a graduate of Yale's master of fine arts program in photography, has shown her art in galleries in New York and Paris. She works as a freelance photographer in Washington, D.C.
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101 Dog Tricks Kyra Sundance
Quarry Books 2007 1592533256 / 9781592533251 New Softcover
101 Dog Tricks is the largest trick book on the market and the only one presenting full-color photos of each trick and its training steps? The step-by-step approach, difficulty rating, and prerequisites, allow readers to start training immediately. Tips and trouble-shooting boxes cover common problems, while "build-on" ideas suggest more complicated tricks which build on each new skill. No special tools (such as clickers) or knowledge of specific training methods are required. Trick training is a great way to bond with your dog and help him integrate into your family. It keeps him mentally and physically challenged and helps to establish paths of communication between you. Many tricks build skills needed for common dog sports, dog dancing, and dog therapy work. It's every dog lover's privilege that Kyra and Chalcy took time from their performing schedule to share their secrets in 101 Dog Tricks.
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101 Exercises from Top Riders Jaki Bell
David & Charles 2007 0715325477 / 9780715325476 New Hardcover
This is a collection of the favourite and most effective flatwork and jumping exercises from the stars of the equestrian world. The contributors include Olympic medalists, world champions and up-and-coming stars of the future from a range of equestrian disciplines, including Show Jumping, Eventing and Dressage. It includes progressive training for all levels of experience, from novice to intermediate. It provides easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction with clear diagrams and illustrations.
Schooling a horse is a fundamental to any rider, whatever their equestrian background. This collection presents 101 favorite and most effective flatwork and jumping exercises with easy-to-follow directions and excellent diagrams. Includes instruction from well-known US riders Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum, David O'Connor, and Chris Kapple.
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101 Salivations Rachael Hale
Bullfinch Press 2003 0821228579 / 9780821228579 New Hardcover
Anyone who loves dogs knows that they have their own unique personalities-they may be brave or timid, placid or hyper-but they're always soulful. In this collection of 101 arresting four-color portraits, Hale manages to capture the essential doggishness of her subjects, whether it's Hamish the Chihuahua's minuscule, quizzical face or the quiet intelligence of Loki, a Staffordshire bull terrier mix, sitting patiently with a kitten on his head. Though there are a few gratuitous props-a knitted cap on a Gordon setter, a pearl necklace on a Chinese Crested-the photographs don't descend into the realm of the kitschy and too-cute, partly because the dogs' expressive faces are the focus of the compositions. Hale tosses a few relevant quotes into the mix as well, e.g., Walt Whitman's "The dog is the god of frolic," and P.G. Wodehouse's "It is fatal to let any dog know that he is funny, for he immediately loses his head and starts hamming it up." The appendix, which gives a brief description of each dog's story, adds dimension to the photographs. We learn, for example, that Jabba, an eight-year-old pit bull, is just as shy as she looks. During the shoot, Hale says, she "ran terrified from the room...frightened by a fly."
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101 Training Tips For Your Dog Condax, Kate Delano
DTP 0440505682 / 9780440505686 Trade Paperback 219 pages
A professional dog trainer explains how to work with a dog's inborn abilities and characteristics to eliminate bad behavior and make life happier on both ends of the leash. Using an A-Z format, this guide discusses pack behavior, the importance of establishing who is "top dog," and how to use praise and correction over punishment to stop misbehavior. Photos.
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116 Ways to Spoil Your Dog Svete, Margaret
Hyperion 2001 0768688642 First Trade Paperback New 304 pages
Over the last few decades dogs have enjoyed a tremendous rise in status, from sleep-in-the-garage hound to eat-at-the-table VIP. At the same time, dog lovers with increased working hours have felt the need to remind these pets just how special they are by buying treats and plying them with goodies. Spoiling your pooch is in! This cool little book is a one-stop shopping guide for today's dog fancier, filled with tips on spoiling your dog, and how to find: dog-oriented day-trips and vacations, styling and fashion accessories, nutritious gormet treats, outrageous toys, luxury doghouses - you name it! Also included are lists of medical services, freebies, amd tips for improving a creature's comforts.
There are photos, famous quotes, and fun facts about dogs and their crazed owners.
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250 Things You Can Do to Make Your Cat Adore You Ingrid Newkirk
Fireside 1998 0684836483 / 9780684836485 Softcover New
There are happy cats, and there are happy cats! Which one is yours?
Here it is, straight and simple. Even the most well-intentioned owner can (and often does) create an environment in which the beloved feline feels less than comfortable. Think about it: we humans create homes which feel, smell, sound and look good to us - not our cat. Here in 250 Things You Can Do To make Your Cat Adore You a top animal expert and cat lover gives you insight into the cat's point of view, as well as suggestions for practical and simple things you can do to accomodate your cat's tastes. Chapter contents Include:
# End kitty boredom forever
# Which human traits cats love
# Which human traits cats loathe
# Improve behavior and health problems
# Two cats are better than one
# Too many cats
# Travelling
# What's in that cat food?
# Holistic remedies
Ingrid Newkirk, co-founder of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, is also the author of Save The Animals!; 101 Things You Can Do; Kids Can Save The Animals; and The Compassionate Cook.
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500 Ways To Be A Better Freshwater Fishkeeper Various contributors
Firefly 2005 1554070481 / 9781554070480 Hardcover New
500 Ways to Be a Better Freshwater Fish Keeper is a comprehensive references of practical advice from seasoned experts. The 500 tips are presented in logical sections for quick and easy navigation to professional advice for:
* Choosing and buying fish
* Setting up an effective aquarium system
* Filtration and water quality
* Lighting
* Feeding
* Routine aquarium maintenance
* Breeding.
Each book is packed with information in easy-to-access segments. Some of the frequently asked questions addressed are:
* Why are some tropical fish cheap and others expensive?
* How to deal with fish that appear shy and nervous
* How to identify breeding pairs
* How to use microscopic organisms to feed fry
* What are the ideal species for beginning fishkeepers?
There is also a sister volume: 500 Ways to Be a Better Saltwater Fish Keeper. With detailed step-by-step instructions and color photographs and graphics, the 500 Ways to be a Better Fish Keeper books are the perfect go-to guides for information and counsel to solve a problem quickly.
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8 Weeks to a Healthy Dog Messonnier, Shawn
Rodale 1579547257 / 9781579547257 Softcover, 256 pages New copy
Give your dog a long, healthy, happy life - in just 8 short weeks! Acclaimed holistic veterinarian Dr. Shawn Messonnier shows you how to combine the best preventive-care practices with the best that conventional and alternative medicine have to offer. The result? An amazing transformation in your dog's health, vitality, and well-being! Whether you've just bought a puppy or you have a dog who's definitely starting to show his age, you can put your pet on Dr. Shawn's 8-Week Program with confidence.
In 8 Weeks to a Healthy Dog, you'll discover:
* How to find the best holistic veterinarian for your pet
* How to tell if your dog is really healthy or if he's suffering from one of the "hidden" diseases that can rob you of years of his company. The best ways to get rid of fleas and ticks
* How to choose the most nutritious diet from the hundreds of dog foods on store shelves--or make a delicious diet at home that your dog will love!
* The essential supplements every dog needs for maximum health and vitality
* How to spot the major disease trigger that veterinarians often overlook--and how to prevent or reverse it
* Exercises and fun games to keep your dog in great shape (you'll enjoy them, too!)
* How to combat canine diseases with the latest and best conventional and natural remedies
* Grooming tips and techniques that keep your dog looking good and feeling great
8 Weeks to a Healthy Dog is the best gift you can give your dog - and your family!
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A Big Little Life: Memoir of a Joyful Dog Dean Koontz
Hyperion 2009 1401323529 / 9781401323523 New hardcover
DEAN KOONTZ thought he had everything he needed. A successful novelist with more than twenty #1 New York Times bestsellers to his credit, Dean had forged a career out of industry and imagination. He had been married to his high school sweetheart, Gerda, since the age of twenty, and together they had made a happy life for themselves in their Southern California home. It was the picture of peace and contentment. Then along came Trixie. Dean had always wanted a dog - had even written several books in which dogs were featured. But not until Trixie was he truly open to the change that such a beautiful creature could bring about in him. Trixie had intelligence, a lack of vanity, and an uncanny knack for living in the present. And because she was joyful and direct as all dogs are, she put her heart into everything - from chasing tennis balls, to playing practical jokes, to protecting those she loved. A retired service dog with Canine Companions for Independence, Trixie became an assistance dog of another kind. She taught Dean to trust his instincts, persuaded him to cut down to a fifty-hour work week, and, perhaps most important, renewed in him a sense of wonder that will remain with him for the rest of his life. She mended him in many ways. Trixie weighed only sixty-something pounds, Dean occasionally called her Short Stuff, and she lived less than twelve years. In this big world, she was a little thing, but in all the ways that mattered, including the effect she had on those who loved her, she lived a big life.
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A Bloodhound to Die For Lanier Virginia
Harpercollins 1st Edition 2003 0060193883 / 9780060193881 Hardcover, DJ, New copy
Dog trainer Jo Beth Sidden and her assistant, Jasmine, offer dog-tracking services to the local authorities in small-town Balsa City, Georgia. In Lanier's sixth bloodhound adventure, an older woman with dementia wanders off into the Okefenokee Swamp, and Jo Beth and Jasmine take two canine companions on a perilous mission to find her. Meanwhile, Jo Beth is stalked by an escaped convict named Jimmy Joe, and she tries to decide how she feels about handsome sheriff Hank Cribbs. Gracious, kind Jo Beth is an eminently likable heroine, as is African American beauty Jasmine. Jimmy Joe and his eccentric "kin" are characters right out of The Beverly Hillbillies--over the top but completely entertaining. And, of course, as anyone who saw Best in Show knows, bloodhounds are irresistible. The perfect story to read while sitting in a porch rocker drinking sweet tea.
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A Breed Apart - Nova Scotia's Duck Tolling Retriever Gail MacMillan
Nimbus Publishing 1551094444 / 9781551094441 Softcover New copy
This is the best-selling story of Nova Scotia's famous tolling dog. The legends and stories of the old tolling men and their dogs of Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia, is part fact and part fiction. Here, at last, is the full story of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the men and women who bred them, trained them and brought them to prominence.
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is Canada's first and only true Canadian bred dog. For almost two hundred years the dog was unknown outside of southwestern Nova Scotia. The dog's particular hunting technique, 'tolling', was first recorded in North America by Nicholas Denys and became part of the folklore of the Maritimes. Straight out of 'Ripley's Believe It or Not' is the dog's astonishing ability to lure waterfowl. This powerful and mesmerizing effect in drawing waterfowl toward the shore is just one of the many intriguing secrets associated with this amazing canine. Gail MacMillan became enthralled with Tollers many years ago and became determined to unlock the dog's engaging past.
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A Cat Book: Stories, Poetry, Recipes, Games, Humor Parragon
Parragon 2007 140750584X / 9781407505848 New hardcover
A delightful treasury of stories, poems, activities, tips, and humor to indulge cat lovers in their favorite furry obsession. This purrfect book, designed with timeless illustrations, is packed with everything you need to know about adopting and raising a cat, along with plenty of delights and tidbits to curl up with.
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A Coyote's In The House Leonard, Elmore
HarperCollins 006054404x / 9780060544041 1st Edition 2004 Hardcover, DJ, 160 pages. New copy
Anthropomorphism in fiction and film is often derided as a cheap trick - but not when Elmore Leonard is writing the dialogue. Leonard's first children's book ( for older children and adults) begins with a beguiling premise: hip coyote Antwan, leader of his pack in the Hollywood Hills, is foraging for garbage when he makes the acquaintance of German shepherd Buddy, a retired film star. Buddy is bored and has decided he'd like the freedom of the coyote's life in the wild, while Antwan, who quickly develops a taste for peanut-butter cookies, is interested in getting to know Miss Betty, a prizewinning poodle who lives with Buddy's family. Antwan successfully passes as a dog, but Buddy resents being displaced as the canine star of the family, prompting Antwan and Miss Betty to hatch a plan in which the German shepherd will be returned to the limelight. The story is good fun, but the real pleasure here, as in Leonard's adult novels, lies in listening to the characters banter with one another. Kids won't get all the Hollywood jokes or pick up the references to Leonard's Get Shorty, but they will respond instantly to the way Antwan and his pals work the humans to their advantage.
A great read for all ages!
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