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A Three Dog Life Abigail Thomas
Harcourt 2006 0151012113 New hardcover
When Abigail Thomas's husband, Rich, was hit by a car, his brain shattered. Subject to rages, terrors, and hallucinations, he must live the rest of his life in an institu tion. He has no memory of what he did the hour, the day, the year before. This tragedy is the ground on which Abigail had to build a new life. How she built that life is a story of great courage and great change, of moving to a small country town, of a new family composed of three dogs, knitting, and friendship, of facing down guilt and discovering gratitude. It is also about her continued relationship with Rich, a man who lives in the eternal present, and the eerie poetry of his often uncanny perceptions. This wise, plainspoken, beautiful book enacts the truth Abigail discovered in the five years since the acci dent: You might not find meaning in disaster, but you might, with effort, make something useful of it.
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Sire Lines Abram Hewitt
Eclipse Press 2006 1581501447 New hardcover
The original Sire Lines, published in 1977 by The Blood-Horse and long out of print, holds a revered place in the annals of Turf history as the preeminent work on American Thoroughbred pedigrees. Now from Eclipse Press’ new imprint, The Blood-Horse Classics Library, comes an updated edition of this important volume, written by the late Abram S. Hewitt. An Oxford graduate and a lawyer by trade, Hewitt held a deep fascination for equine pedigrees and genetics and wrote prolifically on the subjects for The Blood-Horse, including a series of articles examining the most influential early to mid-20th-century American stallions. These articles became Sire Lines. Eclipse Press is proud once again to offer this classic work to Thoroughbred racing enthusiasts everywhere. Features 88 outstanding Stallions. 90 Black and white photos.
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Skin and Coat Care For Your Cat Ackerman, Lowell
TFH 1996 079380633X Hardcover New: remainder mark 158 pages
Skin and Coat Care for Your Cat is an owner's manual to every problem a cat can have related to dermatology. Fourteen of the world's most respected professionals in their fields join editor Dr. Lowell Ackerman in discussing everything from the basics of parasites, mange, and hair loss to general maintenance including grooming techniques, nail care, medications, and much more.
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Owner's Guide to Dog Health Ackerman, Lowell
TFH 0793801834 Hardcover New copy
The Owner's Guide to Dog Health provides readers with current, accurate information about new procedures and technological advances in all areas of canine care, including nutrition, skin and haircoat care, vaccinations, and more. This substantial book includes hundreds of color photographs and illustrations throughout the text help the reader to visualize signs of illness, different stages of infection, procedures and treatment. Printed on heavy, high-quality glossy paper stock.
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Ultimate Level of Horsemanship Al Dunning
Lyons Press 2008 1599213346 New Hardcover
Al Dunning is a thirty-year legend in Western riding competitions, and this, his first training book, is an invaluable guide for riders of all levels.
In The Ultimate Level of Horsemanship, Dunning shares his winning insights on handling and training a horse, including body language, voice commands, feeding, equipment, and competition. Dunning has helped educate trainers across the nation, and his unique ideas have never before been collected in book form. With full-color photographs by noted Western photographer Robert Dawson demonstrating Al Dunning's insights about natural horsemanship, The Ultimate Level of Horsemanship is a must-have for horse lovers everywhere.
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Bullmastiffs: An Owner's Companion Alan and Mave Rostron
Crowood Press 1999 1861262027 New Hardcover
Bullmastiffs: An Owner's Companion is packed with essential and interesting information about this mastiff breed, which can be traced back many centuries. The Bullmastiff is a large, strong, active dog, fearless yet docile. Its reliability, intelligence, and willingness to please make it a dependable family companion. It is also a popular dog for showing and exhibition.
The authors discuss the origins and history; breed standards; buying and choosing a puppy; puppy and adolescent management; breeding, showing, and judging; nutrition; and ailments and diseases.
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The Tiger Inside Alderton, David
Howell Book House 1998 0876056117 Hardcoover, with dustjacket New copy 144 Pages
Do you sometimes have trouble understanding your cat? Are his actions or behaviors confusing? Why does he purr? Is he anti-social? Why does he drag his food out of the bowl? Does he dislike getting wet? And how do you read his gestures? This remarkable reference can help. Using the unique premise that domestic cat behavior can be better understood by examining the natural behavior of cats in the wild, The Tiger Inside: A New Approach to Caring for Your Cat explores all facets of your cat's development including: health, grooming, feeding, domestication, communication, early-life, evolution, cross-breeding, anatomy. and much more. Whether you've just taken home your first kitten or are currently caring for a cat well into old age, The Tiger Inside is the definitive work to bring you closer to your pet, be more attuned to his needs, and understand just how connected he is to the wild cats of his species.
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Keeping African Grey Parrots Alderton, David
TFH 0866229574 Hardcover New copy
It is no surprise that the African Grey Parrot has a long history of being kept as a pet. It is the most widely kept parrot-like bird, and because of its mimicking ability it has commanded the attention and is highly appreciated by bird fanciers throughout the world. Within this magnificent text all matters of keeping, from selection through breeding, are discussed. Anyone interested in purchasing one of these lovely birds, or those who already own one, will find this book to be something that they cannot be without.
Beautifully illustrated with lots of full-color photographs
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Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know Alexandra Horowitz
Scribner 2009 1416583408 New Hardcover, DJ
What do dogs know? How do they think? The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and that other quirky animal, the human. Inside of a Dog is a fresh look at the world of dogs -- from the dog's point of view. As a dog owner, Horowitz is naturally curious to learn what her dog thinks about and knows. And as a scientist, she is intent on understanding the minds of animals who cannot speak for themselves. In clear, crisp prose, Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs' perceptual and cognitive abilities and then draws a picture of what it might be like to be a dog. What's it like to be able to smell not just every bit of open food in the house but also to smell sadness in humans or even the passage of time? How does a tiny dog manage to play successfully with a Great Dane? What is it like to hear the bodily vibrations of insects or the hum of a fluorescent light? Why must a person on a bicycle be chased? What's it like to use your mouth as a hand? In short, what is it like for a dog to experience life from two feet off the ground, amidst the smells of the sidewalk, gazing at our ankles or knees? Inside of a Dog explains these things and much more. The answers can be surprising - once we set aside our natural inclination to anthropomorphize dogs. Inside of a Dog also contains up-to-the-minute research - on dogs' detection of disease, the secrets of their tails, and their skill at reading our attention - that Horowitz puts into useful context. Although not a formal training guide, Inside of a Dog has practical application for dog lovers interested in understanding why their dogs do what they do.
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Dogs' Most Wanted Alexandra Powe Allred
Potomac Books 2004 1574888013 Softcover New
Man's best friend is the subject of another fun - and fact - filled book in Potomac's Most Wanted series, Dogs Most Wanted: The Top 10 Book of Historic Hounds, Professional Pooches, and Canine Oddities, by Alexandra Powe Allred. Allred provides fascinating details about the history of the canine, from mythological beasts to war and rescue dogs to pampered family pets. With more than seventy top-ten lists on dog trivia, there are more things dog here than at the Westminster dog show in February.
Curious about which breed is right for you? Allred has the facts, with lists on the best breeds for kids, most and least trainable, best and worst watchdogs, and types of dogs working for law enforcement. For you dog owners, Allred has tips on how to keep your dog healthy and what health problems you might share. Dogs are not only our companions but play a role in pop culture as well, and Allred gives full details on Hollywood dogs, all the different Lassies, college-mascot pooches, and tips on how to break your dog into showbiz! She discusses First Dogs of White House lore and famous animated hounds. And because Hollywood doesnt have a monopoly on celebrated canines, Allred examines the heroic roles dogs have had in war, natural disasters, and everyday bravery.
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Dog World: And the Humans Who Live There Alfred Gingold
Broadway, 1st Edition 2005 0767916611 Hardcover, DJ New
A hilarious excursion through the studied, obsessive, colorful, demanding, occasionally lunatic world of contemporary dog ownership.
In the fall of 2001, Alfred Gingold found himself succumbing to the undeniably endearing behavior of his family's new Norfolk Terrier, George, and becoming a member of what he calls Dog Nation: the 43 million dog owners and their 55 million dogs living in America today. In a matter of weeks, Gingold had become a firsthand ethnographer of the passions (read: idiosyncrasies) that define dog owners everywhere. It was literally a case of puppy love.
The result of Gingold's shrewd observation is Dog World, which is structured around the loose chronology of dog ownership: choosing and finding a dog; feeding, walking, and cleaning up after a dog; the literal and emotional obstacle course that is training a dog; and on to the larger cultural realms of dog racing and, of course, dog kitsch and memorabilia. But the real delight of Dog World is in Alfred Gingold's narrative excursions through the canine universe, whereby he reports (and occasionally pontificates) on topics such as the untold history of dogwalking, how dog food came to be, the urban art of scooping poop, and an analysis of the relationships great historical figures have had with their dogs.
Like Bill Bryson or Calvin Trillin, Alfred Gingold brings a particularly wry and comic perspective to the world. And whether one is a dog lover or a dog agnostic, Dog World will be a tremendously entertaining journey into mankind's canine love affair.
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Scaredy Dog! Understanding and Rehabilitating Your Reactive Dog Ali Brown
Tanacacia Press 2004 0976641402 New Softcover
When dogs growl at other dogs, lunge at people, and bark at everything it's often mislabeled as "aggression." But most aggression is fear-based and should be treated as such. The appropriate term for this constellation of behaviors is "reactivity."
This book helps the trainer and dedicated dog owner to understand the reactive dog and help him change for the better. The process is not an easy one, but once the changes begin to take shape, owners become so encouraged that the rest of the process suddenly becomes easy! All training methods and classroom techniques are based on fun and on the development of a working relationship with your dog. 68 photographs and graphics help you recognize and solve problems.
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Norwich Terrier Alice Kane
Kennel Club Books 2005 1593783345 New hardcover
Always ready to defend his long-standing title of 'The Demon Dog,' the Norwich Terrier is happily oblivious to his status as the smallest member of the Terrier Group. Unchallenged, this foxy-faced earthdog is plucky, cocky and cunning, with all of the childlike innocence to win over dog lovers the world over.
As author Alice Kane describes, the breed is 'small but not fragile, assured but not quarrelsome,' the Norwich fits into most lifestyles, offering no small portion of tenacity, humor, intelligence or courage. Whether you desire a sensitive companion dog or a hardy farmhand, the Norwich will delight any owner willing to undertake his training and care. The breed promises a long life of amusement and good health, plus the added bonus of a non-shedding, weather-resistant coat.
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Norwich Terrier Alice Kane
Interpet 2002 1842860577 New Hardcover
One in a series of authoritative dog breed books, this will provide you with all the guidance and advice you will need for providing a healthy and happy lifestyle for this treasured breed, including points on behaviour, training, feeding and healthcare.
Recommended by top breeders and trainers, this book is the responsible first choice of every new owner.
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How to Massage Your Cat Alice M. Brock
Chronicle Books 2003 0811840697 New Hardcover
As kitty gift books go, this is "the best, funniest, most inspiring" of them all, according to the Village Voice and tens of thousands of dedicated readers. Now out on the prowl with a new cover that's the cat's meow, it's ready to inspire a second wave of cats and their owners to relax into a catnap.
Author and illustrator Alice M. Brock (of Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant" fame) counsels cat owners to approach the cat quietly with palms "up and open." Beginning at the rear, the masseur works all the way around the cat using a "vigorous kneading motion," then rubs, presses, twists, and tugs the cat into a state of complete relaxation. We are assured that a well-massaged cat may remain in a state of prolonged calm "for some time." Brock's instructions are accompanied by charming illustrations sure to inspire a mischievous chuckle in both friends and foes of felines everywhere.
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Do Animals Have Rights? Alison Hills
Totem 1840466235 Softcover New Copy
In this superbly accessible book, Alison Hills carefully examines the arguments for both sides and defends a practical, livable idea of the ethics of animals, distinguishing ways in which animals are our equals from ways in which they are not.
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The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Alison Strang, Gail MacMillan
Alpine 1996 0931866731 Softcover New
The definitive book on the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Almost anything you want to know about the breed is here: its history, pedigrees of some well-known ancestors of today's Tollers, training information, even a full pictorial on how to groom a Toller from start to finish. Alison Strang and Gail McMillan share their love of the breed as well as their knowledge. This illustrative study of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever includes its history, an explanation of its unique duck tolling ability, plus advice on care, breeding, raising puppies, training, and more. The intriguing little red Tollers can do much more than retrieve waterfoul and hunt to the gun. They excel in obedience, agility, therapy work and as family pets. This book is a priceless resource for anyone interested in the breed - comprehensive, well researched, and filled with advice for breeders, handlers, trainers and judges of the Toller.
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39.50 USD
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Every Puppy - Perfect Pet or Perfect Pest? Allen, Eric
Howell 1995 0876054742 Softcover New copy
This friendly guide addresses everything involved in owning a puppy - from choosing the puppy that's right for one's lifestyle to grooming, feeding, and basic training. Four-color text emphasizes important points, while photographs of delightful puppies give the book a contemporary style and visual appeal. 75 color photos. 25 line drawings.
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Shark Attacks - Their Causes and Avoidance Allen, Thomas B.
Lyons Press 1585745464 Trade Paperback New copy
Here is an unflinching look at the terrifying phenomenon of shark attacks from the author of The Shark Almanac.
The shark is so well adapted to its element that its existence on the planet actually predates trees. When people enter that element in increasing numbers, as they have in recent years, the results can be tragic and seemingly arbitrary.
Author Tom Allen has carefully researched all known shark incidents from all over the world. The result is the most thorough and informative book to date on the phenomenon. SHARK ATTACKS contains the harrowing personal stories of shark attack survivors, expert opinions from marine biologists, and the latest scientific studies of shark behavior. Allen's fascinating analysis explains;
* Why so many attacks occur in water less than five feet deep
* Which species are killers
* What triggers an attack
* Behavior just before an attack
* Whether shark nets increase swimmer safety levels
* Environmental and seasonal conditions that contribute to an increase in attacks
* Why it is better to be below a shark than above it.
This is a book for everyone who wants to read about the frightening reality of shark attacks--and to understand the myths that surround this often misunderstood creature.
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Boston Terrier: A Comprehensive Owner's Guide Alma Bettencourt
Kennel Club Books 2003 1593782462 New Hardcover
The charming New England gentleman, known for generations as the Boston Terrier, makes a unique impression, handsomely clad in his own special tuxedo. Incomparable as a companion dog, the Boston Terrier possesses a lively, friendly personality, an excellent disposition and a high degree of intelligence. Easily trained and ideal for an active family with children, this easycare companion brings class and charm into every home that welcomes him. This book provides the much-needed factual information about Boston Terriers and their characteristics, history and standard, as well as puppy selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and behavior of the breed. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy-proofing the home, preparing for the pup’s arrival, housebreaking and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an authoritative, comprehensive text written by long-time breeder and author Alma Bettencourt, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive.
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Greyhounds Big and Small: Iggies and Greyts Amanda Jones
Berkeley 0425199827 New hardcover
They're the fastest couch-potatoes to wag a tail. When in full stride, these speedsters are impossible to catch; but when the're lounging on your bed it's hard to imagine them moving at all! Be they Iggies (Italian Greyhounds) or Greys (Greyhounds) these elegant dogs have been the subject of artists for more than two thousand years. Greyhounds Big and Small celebrates these affectionate and beautiful creatures with more than 50 photographs that skillfully capture the essence of 'Greyhoundness'
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The Injured Horse Amanda Sutton
David & Charles 2003 0715314211 New Hardcover
This book is designed to give every horse owner the confidence to take an active role in helping their horses when the inevitable scrapes and strains, or more serious injuries occur. Chartered physiotherapist Amanda Sutton passes on her practical experience of diagnosing problems and her knowledge of the way that injuries affect the horse in crystal clear, down-to-earth terms.
First she identifies the effects of injuries and the best methods of pain management, before giving detailed advice on treatment. Using thoroughly explained methods of diagnosis horse owners can identify problems, take the appropriate steps to begin the healing process. Also included are case studies, color illustrations and photographs which show in real terms how a horse achieves recovery to full health and soundness.
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Training in No Time Ammen, Amy
Howell 1995 0876057784 Hardcover, 110 pages. New copy.
Training in No Time supplies the training regimen today's busy lifestyles demand for both owners and their dogs. It makes good use of how dogs learn and explains how to use that knowledge to establish and maintain the responses every dog owner wants. 'The Sneakaway' is the foundation of this training method. Quite literally, you turn your back and sneak away whenever your dog stops paying attention to you. This method allows for easy teaching and effective problem solving by first focusing your dog’s undivided attention on you, even around the strongest distractions. Then, using daily, subtle clues you give your dog in everyday interactions, you can instill good habits. The surest way to get permanent, positive results is to recognize and change the few big ambiguities that allowed problems to surface and to use daily, subtle clues to instill, not destroy, good habits. Behavior is being molded 24 hours a day. This results in consistent, socially acceptable behavior under all circumstances and a well-trained companion dog.
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First Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats Amy D. Shojai
Rodale 2001 1579541976 New Hardcover
Most pet owners think of themselves as their pet's mom or dad, and, like parents, they want to be prepared to handle any accident or emergency that befalls their "child." The First Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats will prepare them like no other. More than 100 of the country's top veterinarians have contributed their first-aid expertise on everything from life-threatening emergencies like car accidents to minor irritations like skunk spray, including their own secrets about which products and techniques work best. From jellyfish stings to swallowed string, users can look up an accident or emergency and discover what to do immediately - and what to do later - in reassuringly straightforward language. This is the only pet first aid book to feature follow-up care. Also included are a chapter on preventing problems, a symptom finder, and step-by-step text and illustrations for common first aid techniques, from administering a pill to performing CPR and mouth-to-snout resuscitation. Authoritative and easy to use, this handy volume is the next best thing to having a vet in the house.
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Unleashed: Poems by Writers' Dogs Amy Hempel and Jim Shepard
Three Rivers Press 1999 0609803794 Softcover New
Now in paperback, an irresistible gift for dog lovers: poems from the dogs' point of view, written by the well known writers and poets who love them. Who would have thought that writers have eloquently poetic dogs?
Contributors include:
Edward Albee, Jennifer Allen, Danny Anderson, Lynda Barry, Rick Bass, Charles Baxter, Robert Benson, Roy Blount, Jr., Ron Carlson, Jill Ciment, Bernard Cooper, Stephen Dobyns, Mark Doty, Stephen Dunn, Anderson Ferrell, Amy Gerstler, Matthew Graham, Ron Hansen, Brooks Haxton, Cynthia Heimel, Amy Hempel, Noy Hollan, Andrew Hudgins, John Irving, Denis Johnson, R.S. Jones, Walter Kirn, Sheila Kohler, Maxine Kumin, Natalie Kusz, Anne Lamott, Gordon Lish, Ralph Lombreglia, Merrill Markoe, Pearson Marx, Erin McGraw, Heather McHugh, Arthur Miller, George Minot, Susan Minot, Honor Moore, Mary Morris, Alicia Muñoz, Elise Paschen, Padgett Powell, Wyatt Prunty, Lawrence Raab, Mark Richard, John Rybicki, Jeanne Schinto, Bob Shacochis, Jim Shepard, Karen Shepard, Lee Smith, Ben Sonnenberg, Kate Clark Spencer, Gerald Stern, Terese Svoboda, William Tester, Abigail Thomas, Lily Tuck, Sidney Wade, Kathryn Walker, William Wegman
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Your Outta Control Puppy Anderson, Teoti
TFH 2003 0793829003 Softcover New copy 152 pages
our new puppy is totally out of control; He chews your shoes and furniture, uses your carpet as a bathroom, and wakes up the neighbors with his barking. This is not working out the way you planned! You need help! Your Outta Control Puppy Offers assistance to owners whose lives have been turned upside down by their puppy and helps build better relationship between dog and owner. It offers clear step-by-step instructions on how to control common puppy misbehaviors that make living with your puppy a challenge, such as: Housetraining, Chewing, Barking, Jumping up.
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Angel Animals - Our Spiritual Connection with Animals Anderson, Allen and Linda
Plume 1999 0452280729 Trade Paperback New copy
A brave dog dives into a raging river and pulls its drowning owner to safety on the shore. A cat's incessant mewing and scratching at the neighbors' door alerts them that its owner is in desperate trouble. Animals never cease to amaze us with their capacity to offer unconditional love, provide companionship and perform courageous feats. Allen and Linda Anderson are the founders of Angel Animals - an organization that informs the public about the bonds between humans and their pets. Drawing on countless stories from people around the globe, the husband-and-wife team shows how both wild and domestic creatures have made a significant difference in people's lives in Angel Animals.
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Owning A Cat (Teach Yourself) Andrea McHugh
McGraw-Hill 2006 0071478051 Softcover New
Cat ownership isn't a hobby; it's a way of life!
Teach Yourself Owning a Cat is a comprehensive guide to every aspect of feline ownership. Structured around life stages of the cat, this easy-to-navigate book will help you decide if cat ownership is for you, the pros and cons of pedigrees, health care, nutrition, and troubleshooting.
Table of Contents :
Family planning -- should you own a kitten?
Pedigree or mix?
One kitten or two?
Feral kittens and working cats
Where to get your kitten from
Choosing a healthy kitten
What to expect with your kitten purchase (certificates etc)
What you will need
Preparing for home coming
The kitten friendly garden
Your kitten's first few days at home
Introducing a new kitten to other pets
House rules
Kitten behaviour
Your kitten's health
Insuring your kitten
Nutritional requirements
House training
Clicker training
Socialising
Games you can play
Grooming
Dental care
Neutering
Indoors or out?
Microchipping
What to do if your kitten gets lost
Taking on an adult cat
Nutritional requirements of an adult cat
More advanced clicker training
Hunting
Adult behaviour
Common behaviour (and purrsonality) problems
Veterinary matters
Going into a cattery
Ten ways to make your cat a happy cat (don't ignore him, make him feel like number one etc etc)
Ten ways to be a happy owner (not letting the cat rule the roost!)
Physiological changes to expect
Grooming the older cat
Claw clipping
Feeding the older cat
Advances in veterinary medicine
Veterinary problems to expect (eg diabetes, arthritis, kidney disease etc)
Complementary therapies
Behaviour in old age
How to enhance and extend your cat's life
Making the final decision
Coping with bereavement
When to get another cat
When to worm
When to use flea products
Vaccinations
What they hate about going into the cattery
What they hate about coming home again!
Keeping a stress free environment
How to help them deal with bullying neighbourhood cats
Why they sometimes mess in the house
Why they are fussy eaters
What a cat wants to teach his owner (importance of relaxation, exercise, minimising stress, making time for play and being just a little bit mysterious etc)
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Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga of the Worlds Most Revered and Reviled Bird Andrew D. Blechman
Grove Press 2007 0802143288 Softcover New copy
Pigeons have been worshipped as fertility goddesses and revered as symbols of peace. Domesticated since the dawn of man, they've been used as crucial communicators in war by every major historical superpower from ancient Egypt to the United States and are credited with saving thousands of lives. Charles Darwin relied heavily on pigeons to help formulate and support his theory of evolution. Yet today they are reviled as 'rats with wings.'
Author Andrew D. Blechman traveled across the United States and Europe to meet with pigeon fanciers and pigeon haters in a quest to find out how we came to misunderstand one of mankind's most helpful and steadfast companions. Pigeons captures a Brooklyn man's quest to win the Main Event (the pigeon world's equivalent of the Kentucky Derby), as well as a convention dedicated to breeding the perfect bird. Blechman participates in a live pigeon shoot where entrants pay $150; he tracks down Mike Tyson, the nation's most famous pigeon lover; he spends time with Queen Elizabeth's Royal Pigeon Handler; and he sheds light on a radical 'pro-pigeon underground' in New York City. In Pigeons, Blechman tells for the first time the remarkable story behind this seemingly unremarkable bird.
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Japanese Shiba Inu Andrew De Prisco
Interpet 2000 1903098653 New Hardcover
Prized in its native land as a 'Natural Monument', the Shiba Inu is believed to be Japan's most ancient breed, the smallest of its spitz breeds. Since the Shiba's arrival on American and British shores in the 1970s and 80s, it has been enchanting newcomers with its charming ways. Nordic dog features in perfect miniature, cat-like cleanliness and cunning intelligence. Beyond the Shiba's natural beauty, enhanced by its proud demeanour and convincing portrait of self-importance, the breed possesses a delightful personality that demands the attention of a devoted owner. Written by prolific dog-book author and long-time devoted Shiba owner, Andrew De Prisco, Japanese Shiba provides insightful chapters on breed history, characteristics of the breed and the breed standard as well as puppy selection, training, health care and showing.
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Newfoundland Pony Andrew F. Fraser
Creative Publishers 1992 1895387140 Softcover Like new.
For more than two centuries, Newfoundlanders took their small native horse for granted, but a basic question is whether the Newfoundland exists as a true breed. This fascinating and well-researched book tells how the pony has been bred exclusively in this insular location, without significant introduction of fresh blood fo a hundred years. It is, therefore, a distinct breed of horses in all senses except for the existance of a stud book. Pedigree did not make a horse work better - performance was everything, papers were nothing in the reality of old Newfoundland life.
Newfoundland ponies apparently have New Forest, Connemara, Welsh, Galloway and Highland influence showing in some individuals; Exmoor and Dartmoor in most. They represent a potpourri of Mountain and Moorland breeds fron the old British isles. Their physique and temperament are particularly well-suited to the environment; the rocky ground, the long winter, the strong winds off the cold Atlantic Ocean.
In 1980 the Newfoundland Pony Society was officially formed. At that time it was estimated that the whole island had a population of about six thousand ponies; estimates in 1995 place the numbers remaining at below 200. This remarkable pony remains on the edge of extinction.
Chapter content includes:
Old Times
Distant Pony Ancestry
The Travelling Horse
The Moorland Pony
A Diffuse Equine Family
The Newfoundland Pony Breed
The Working Newfoundlander
Pony Tales
Raised In Newfoundland
The Ways Of The Pony
The Newfoundlands Future
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Newfoundland Pony Tales Andrew Fraser
Creative Book Publishing 1996 1895387671 Like-new softcover
One of the very few items in print on the Newfoundland Pony, Newfoundland Pony Tales is a labor of love for both Dr Fraser and illustrator Clifford George. Both own Newfoundland ponies, and are concerned the without help the breed will disappear entirely.
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The Wisdom of Donkeys Andy Merrifield
Walker & Company 2008 0802715931 New Hardcover
Andy Merrifield set out on a journey of the soul with a friend’s donkey, to walk amid the ruins and spectacular vistas of southern France’s Haute-Auvergne. The purposeful pace of the journey and the understated nobility of Gribouille, his humble donkey companion, allowed him to confront himself as well as to consider the larger mysteries of life - insight he now shares in his enchanting book, The Wisdom of Donkeys. As Merrifield contemplates literature, science, truth and beauty, and the universality of nature amid the French countryside, Gribouille surprises him with his subtle wisdom, reminding him time and again that enlightenment is all around us if we but seek it. Traveling with Andy Merrifield and Gribouille, we’re reminded of the contemplative and exquisite benefits of nature, passive adventuring, and wild spaces.
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Hearing Dog Angela Locke and Jenny Harmer
Souvenier Press, UK 0285634003 1st Edition 1997 Hardcover, DJ New
Hearing Dog is the poignant story of a deaf child growing up in a silent and isolated world; it is also the story of Hearing Dogs and their long and rigorous training, and especially of Connie, who became Jenny's 'ears'. Illustrated with a wealth of photographs, this story will capture the hearts of all who are moved by the unique and enduring bond that can develop between dog and human.
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The Faithful Dog Angela Rixon
Hermes House 1846812321 Softcover New unmarked copy
This delightful book celebrates the unique relationship between man and dog, which dates back to prehistoric times. It examines and explores the private and daily routines of dogs from around the world, in every environment and occupation.
The most revered and trusted of the domestic animal, the dog, is here celebrated in this wonderful examination of the various breeds at work and play. A must for any canine lover.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback Ann Chamberlain
Interpet 2000 1902389271 Very good; gift inscription title page.
Named for the peculiar ridge on his back, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is a handsome and strong working dog originating from southern Africa, where he was used for big game hunting. His clean musculature, symmetrical outline and distinctive sighthound body endow the Ridgeback with impressive speed and endurance. This is a dog graced with intelligence, patience and a keen sense of humour, making him a delightful companion, brilliantly adapting to life as a pet and weekend 'sportsman'.
This book provides the much-needed factual information about the Rhodesian Ridgeback and its ancestry, character and standard, as well as the proper selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and behaviour of the breed. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy-proofing the home, preparing for the pup's arrival and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an extremely authoritative text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full colour, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive. Helpful hints and important information are highlighted to provide easy access to everything the reader needs to know about life with a Rhodesian Ridgeback. Whether it's toilet training problems, allergies or fleas, this book is the way to prevention, providing the reader with the necessary guidance an owner needs from puppyhood through the senior years. Recommended by top breeders and trainers, this book is the responsible first choice of every new owner of a Rhodesian Ridgeback.
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The Dachshund: A Dog For Town and Country Ann Gordon
Howell 2000 1582451583 Hardcover New Copy
Is there any breed more recognizable than a Dachshund? The lovable wiener dogs have captured America's heart and imagination with their noble bearing and comical personalities. And the breed truly offers something for everyone, with long coats, wire coats, and smooth coats, standard size and miniatures. This book examines the characteristics that make a Dachshund so special. From choosing the right puppy to basic care and training to old age, every aspect of Dachshund ownership is covered. You'll meet famous Dachies past and present, and learn what makes them great. All the sports Dachshunds can compete in are discussed, along with show ring requirements.
Chapter content:
1. A Profile of the Dachshund - is it the Right Breed for You?
2. A Brief History of the Dachshund.
3. The Official Breed Standard with Interpretation.
4. Finding the Right Dachshund - Puppy, Adult, or Rescue.
5. The Care and Training of Your Dachshund.
6. Grooming Your Dachshund.
7. Keeping Your Dachshund Healthy and Happy.
8. Showing Your Dachshund.
9. Obedience Trials, Performance Activities, and Other Fun Things.
10. Headliners.
11. To Breed or Not to Breed: What You Should Know about Breeding.
12. Special Care for the Older Dog.
13. The Dachshund Club of America.
Epilogue.
Appendix A: Resources.
Appendix B: Dachshund Club of America's Code of Ethics.
Appendix C: Titles a Dachshund Can Earn.
Appendix D: National Specialty Winners.
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The Appaloosa Ann Hyland
Allen 1990 0851315062 As New Hardcover
The Appaloosa, with its distinctive coat patterns has, in the last 50 years, come from near obscurity to being the third highest registered breed in America and is rapidly gaining popularity in the UK. This book traces the origins of the breed from the cave drawings of Lascaux More... to the present day. Taking an international view, the author discusses the aims and requirements of the various societies and registers, the ideal characteristics of the breed and its exhibition and performance aptitudes. The book also includes cameos of notable horses, together with an exceptional collection of historical and modern photographs.
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The Tibetan Spaniel Handbook Ann Lindsay Wynyard and Jeanne Holsapple
* signed by Jeanne Holsapple Prinit Press 1986 093297046X Softcover Very clean used copy
A highly collectible book that provides an insight into the history of the Tibetan Spaniel with great photos of foundation dogs here in the United States. The pictures include many show pictures with handlers that most US tibbie breeders will recognize.
This book also covers:
* English and American breed standards,
* Buying and raising a puppy,
* Grooming,
* Showing
* Obedience
* Caring for a veteran dog.
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Running North: A Yukon Adventure Ann Mariah Cook
Algonquin Books 1998 1565122135 Hardcover, DJ Very clean used copy
In the world of sled-dog racing only three long-distance courses count: the Iditarod, the Alpirod and the Yukon Quest. The last is dubbed "a thousand miles of Hell" for its 1000-mile course across moutainous Alaskan terrain, its requirement that mushers pack every necessity at the start and the fact that there are only six checkpoints in 16 days, leaving entrants alone and unaccounted for over vast stretches of wild, icy land. In 1992, amateur racer George Cook took on the Quest, with Ann Mariah, his childhood sweetheart and wife, serving as his handler. This is her fast-clipped account of their seven-month Alaskan sojourn, most of which was spent in a small town outside Fairbanks, Alaska, where they forged a home/training camp for their three-year-old daughter, a college graduate niece and the 32 Siberian Huskies they brought with them.
Considered inferior sled dogs by Alaskans, the huskies are among the book's most intriguing characters. Cook strikes a smart balance between reports of George's training with sketches of her own experiences as support staff. The book hits its stride when explaining their exacting logistical preparation. From frozen lamb cubes and salmon jerky to the best style of dog booties and clothing items like parkys and muklaks, the details are precise and absorbing. Cook doesn't bring the same vitality to her descriptions of, or reflections on, the Alaskan wilderness, but she successfully captures the social idiosyncrasies of her diverse cast. From Sten, a neighbor whose failed Quest attempt haunts him still, to Martha, an Alaskan who sews exquisite mitts and wastes nothing of her beaver pelts, the state's hale souls appear as particular as the untamed land they've claimed for home.
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Food Pets Die For - Revised ed Ann N. Martin
New Sage 2003 0939165465 New Softcover
If you love your companion animal, you should read this book.
Chapters include:
* The case against commercial pet food
* Companion animals used in pet food
* Mad Cow disease and how it relates to our pets
* Hidden Hazards in pet foods: Drugs, Heavy metals, Pesticides, Pathogens
* Pet Food regulations in the United States and Canada
* Recipes and hints for a healthy pet
* Resources for consumer action
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Rhodesian Ridgeback Ann Woodrow
Self-published 1986 0951140809 Softcover Very clean used copy; firm and tight, no writing or highlighting
The Rhodesian Ridgeback has been written both as a guide for novice owners and as a reference for those more deeply involved in the breed. It has engendered considerable enthusiasm from 'Ridgeback people', who have contributed both written and photograhic material. In addition, many talented friends of the breed have contributed in a similar vein. A must-have book for every Ridgeback fan.
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The Collie Anna K. Nicholas
TFH 1986 0866227237 Hardcover Very clean used copy
This comprehensive and authoritative book on Collies was written by one of the dog world's noted and experienced dog writers and judges. She presents pertinent information on acquiring, caring for, keeping, breeding, and showing Collies. Interesting kennel stories introduce the reader to well-known Collie breeders and owners of famous Collies in the United States and other countries. Included are 32 pages of photographs in full color and more than 150 black and white pictures, many of them with historical importance to the breed.
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Nicholas Guide to Dog Judging Anna Katherine Nicholas
Howell; 1st Edition 1970 876056524 Hardcover Good used copy; cover slightly scuffed, previous owner's name inside page.
Virtually every situation a judge faces at a show - in and out of the ring - is covered here from the author's experience of 35 years of judging (including Best in Show at Westminster).
Aspioring and experienced judges will find this book an invaluable aid. Includes special features such as a check-list of dis-qualifications, a pictorial analysis of anatomy and gait, a visual interpretation of type and a brief history of some renowned all-breed judges.
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The Great Dane Anna Nicholas
TFH 1988 0866221220 Hardcover New
Known as 'the Apollo of dogs," the Great Dane commands respect wherever he goes. Dignity, strength, and elegance, together with a powerful, well-formed, smoothly-muscled body, make the Great Dane one of the most impressive and popular of all dog breeds available today. As household companions, they have everything to recommend them, for they are clean, non-destructive, sweet-tempered, great with children, and their sheer size keeps unwelcome visitors at bay. In this practical, beautifully illustrated book, the author traces the development of the Great Dane from Germany to other parts of the world.
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Life with Beau Anna Quindlen
Hutchinson 2008 0091921228 New hardcover
What started as an ode to Quindlen's aging black Labrador in her Newsweek column has become a life-affirming short book about happiness. In this wise little book, Anna Quindlen writes: "The life of a good dog is like the life of a good person, only shorter, more compressed." Quindlen continues, with her trademark wonderful writing, sound wisdom and humor, to explain how her life has unfolded in tandem with Beau, and how she's learned how to enjoy life, in the simplest of ways, by watching him. She writes, "I could never have imagined how simple and basic contentment could be. And that's what I've learned from watching Beau: to roll with the punches, to take things as they come, to measure myself not in terms of the past or the future but of the present, to raise my nose in the air from time to time and, at least metaphorically, holler, "I smell bacon!"
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Love Me or Leash Me - Book With Nylon Leash Anne Bobby
Black Dog & Leventhal 1579122159 Hardcover New
As winsome as it is practical, this handy little book - packaged with a colorful nylon leash - offers sound, easy to follow advice "straight from the dog's mouth."
Communication between people is hard enough-but how can we better understand our canine friends? In this fresh and adorable book, illustrated with heart-skipping photographs, 50 worldly dogs tell us exactly what they want: how we can most effectively play with them, train them, take care of them and love them.
Here are 50 short, simple tips that will benefit every dog-owner, including fun games to play, secrets for making walks special, easy ways to keep dogs from misbehaving, and the best ways to show your affection. And here, too, are stories of real dogs like Padraic, a formerly stray chow-lab mix who tried to sneak into the St. Patrick's Day parade; and Milla, a French bulldog who immigrated from Russia. Dogs speak to us everyday. Isn't it time we started listening?
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Orangutans Anne E. Russon
Firefly 2000 1552094537 New Hardcover
Orangutans are our closest relatives - sharing an astonishing 97% of our DNA. This extraordinary book about orangutans focuses primarily on their minds, and is based on the ten years of research that author and scientist Anne E. Russon has undertaken studying orangutan behavior.
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Riding in a Point-to-Point Anne Holland
J A Allen, 1992 0851315542 New Hardcover New unmarked copy. Small ding on spine
Very popular in England, the point-to-point season is a highlight of the sporting and equestrian year. Starting with buying and managing the horse, the author of this book explains how to qualify and train both horse and rider, how to make sense of the rules and regulations, and offers advise on clothing, saddlery, and equipment. Every aspect of the race itself is covered including considerations such as objections, and how to care for the horse after the race.
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Tibetan Terrier Anne Keleman
TFH 0793807824 Hardcover Like new
Essential reading for the owner of the Tibetan Terrier, this solid breed book offers current and helpful information about the care and training of this most unique and intelligent dog. Chapter contents include: Breed history, Breed characteristics Breed Standard Grooming Puppy care Nutrition & feeding Basic obedience
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Border Terriers Today Anne Roslin-Williams
Howell 1996 0876050542 Hardcover, DJ
The most up-to-date book on this versatile do-it-all Terrier, this work covers the history, care and maintenance of the breed that originated int he hilly, border country of England. A breed that has enjoyed a steady growth in popularity in the United States, the Border Terrier is showcased as the unique, unadulterated breed it is; on the farm, in the field and at home.
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Top Horse Training Methods Explored Anne Wilson
David and Charles 2004 0715317768 New hardcover
Expert horse trainers offer advice and tips for training horses with comparisons of natural, conventional and classical training methods. * Monty Roberts * Sylvia Loch * GaWani Pony Boy * Pat Parelli * Kelly Marks * Richard Maxwell * Sylvia Stania * Linda Tellington-Jones
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Men Who Knit & The Dogs Who Love Them Annie Modesitt and Drew Emborsky
Lark 2007 1579908748 Hardcover New
Two hot topics - male knitters and knits for dogs - come together in this one fabulous, fun volume! It's a stand-out-from-the-crowd collection that features strong, colorful, and masculine designs that will appeal to men of all ages...plus companion items for their four-legged friends.
The writing is informative, supportive, and humorous; crowd-pleasing images of well-dressed pooches with their sartorially splendid owners add to the entertainment. Geared toward knitters of all levels but with an emphasis on intermediate and advanced techniques, the projects will wow readers. Imagine a quirky Rasta-inspired hat and a cool matching doggie jacket. Or a classic gray, cabled vest in merino wool and cashmere - one for him and one for Fido. Hit the town in a colorful patchwork pullover; matching saddlebags turn walk time into a fashionable outing. The projects are offered in a wide range of sizes to fit a variety of male and doggie body types - and, as an added feature, there are tips and anecdotes from more than a dozen male knitters.
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A History of Native British Ponies Anthony Dent and Daphne Machin Goodall
J A Allen 1988 0851314368 Hardcover, DJ Like new.
This is a 1988 reprint of the 1962 classic published by Galley Press under the title 'The Foals of Epona'.
The history, origins and development of native British pony breeds including:
Fell pony
Hackney
Exmoor
Dartmoor
Dales
Connemara
Dales
Galloway
Highland
New Forest
Norfolk Roadster
Shetland
Welsh
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Foals of Epona Anthony Dent and Daphne Machin Goodall
Galley Press Ltd UK 1962 Hardcover, DJ
Condition: Used copy - Book is lightly foxed, DJ quite worn. The history, origins and development of native British pony breeds including: Fell pony Hackney Exmoor Dartmoor Dales Connemara Dales Galloway Highland New Forest Norfolk Roadster Shetland Welsh
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Life Lessons From Your Cat Anthony Rubino
Thomas Nelson 2007 1401603424 Hardcover New
Cats are complex creatures and humans could learn a lot from the fickle and aloof way the feline mind works. Cat lovers will enjoy this and cat haters will have all their fears confirmed - your cat is smarter than you, is better than you, and is plotting something sinister.
* People say, a thousand years ago cats were worshipped as gods. That implies this is no longer the case. Aren't people CUTE when they're in denial?
* Cats may seem pompous and self-absorbed, but that's only because we're so pretentious and uppity. Wait . . . that didn't come out right.
* If you get upset when your person touches your tail one day-then the next day, you like it when they touch your tail, they're going to wonder why you're messing with their heads like that. Excellent. Your job is done.
* People make a big fuss when you unravel the entire roll of toilet paper. Well, if you can think of a way to spin that thing for, like, 5 minutes WITHOUT unrolling it, I'd like to hear it.
You'll smile as you recognize your own furry friend in these pages of feline wisdom. Includes illustrations.
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Life Lessons From Your Dog Anthony Rubino
Thomas Nelson 2007 1401603432 Hardcover New
Dogs live life with a joy and abandon most humans envy. This book of sayings and dog-isms will give you a glimpse into the canine psyche. It will amuse, and maybe inspire - well, no, probably just amuse - readers. Rubino's illustrations are equally funny.
* A fool and his half a sandwich are soon parted.
* If you love something, set it free. If it comes back it's yours. If it doesn't come back, bark and bark and then bark and bark and just bark and bark and bark and bark and bark.
* Berber carpets make pretty good butt scratchers. Persian rugs will do in a pinch if the pile is deep enough. But shag! Oh, shag is just a little slice of heaven.
You'll smile as you recognize your own furry friend in these pages of canine wisdom.
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Red Zone: Behind-the-Scenes Story of the San Francisco Dog Mauling Aphrodite Jones
William Morrow; 1st edition 2003 0060537795 Hardcover, DJ
In January 2001, a 33-year-old woman was mauled and killed by dogs that were in the safekeeping of her neighbors. The case vaulted onto the front pages of newspapers, and the trial of the victim's neighbors (they were both convicted of involuntary manslaughter) was in the news for months - helped by the fact that the neighbors were attorneys taking care of the dogs for an imprisoned client who happened to be a member of the Aryan Brotherhood. In this riveting book, noted true-crime writer Jones goes behind the headlines and tells the whole story with simple, straightforward prose and plenty of close observation. It's a story that begins before the fatal attack and continues beyond its aftermath to embrace such hot-button issues as animal rights, the responsibilities of animal owners, and the legal rights of same-sex partners. This is no "quickie" book released to capitalize on the headlines; rather, it's thoughtful, compassionate, unsettling, and enlightening.
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Old Dog's Guide For Pups Appel & Rothmiller
St Martin's Press 0312262124 Pocket Hardcover, DJ New copy
hree. Once you understand its basic principles you can breeze through life with barely a "No! No! No!" along the way!
With 50,000 years of human domestication behind canines, it shouldn't be tough to own, train, and enjoy the perfect human. Learn how to maximize your powers of staring, how to claim the perfect sleeping spots all over the house, how to control the car ride, and more
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Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're a Dog Arden Darlene
McGraw Hill 2004 0071421033 Softcover New copy
Owners who want to pamper their pooches without breaking the bank will find up-to-date cost-cutters on air travel, aromatherapy, art, bedding, books, clothing, clubs, day care, pharmaceuticals, psychology, soaps, spas, training, treats, veterinarians, and much more.
Comprehensive and formatted for quick reference, Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're a Dog highlights the businesses, including hotels, airlines, grocery stores, and websites that cater to canines at a reasonable rate.
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Dog Training by Fabian Arden, Andrea
Howell 1st Edition 1997 087605582X Hardcover, DJ, 155 pages. New copy
>The first training book to let you treat your dog like the member of the family he is! Fabian shows how to set up situations where your dog can use its innate thinking ability to learn what is right and wrong, so corrections never come from you. Results are positive, quick, and guaranteed.
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New Owner's Guide to English Springer Spaniels Art Porle
TFH 1997 0793827639 New hardcover
A New Owner's Guide to English Springer Spaniels is authored by one of the top breeders and experts in the breed. This guide, illustrated with over 150 great color photographs, offers much needed advice on housebreaking, health care, puppy care and training, as well as brief but concise chapters on the history of the breed and showing your Springer. This book guarantees the best start with your new pet, and promises a longer, happier life for you and your dog.
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Good Breeding Arthus-Bertrand, Yann
Henry N. Abrams, 2003 0810990660 Softcover New copy 4
Good Breeding is the first book to celebrate the majesty of highly bred livestock-cattle, horses, sheep, goats, and pigs-and the bond be tween these magnificent animals and the humans who raise them. In these 240 full-color photographs-taken at agricultural fairs in France, England, and Argentina-the renowned photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand captures the extraordinary quality of these impressive creatures and demonstrates the intense connection between humans and animals. Useful information about livestock breeding and each of the breeds pictured makes this book a guaranteed blue-ribbon winner. 240 photographs in full color,
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The God of Animals: CD Audiobook Aryn Kyle
Simon & Schuster Audio; March 20, 2007 0743561546 Audio CD - Unabridged edition New, sealed
Horses and lost love propel this confident debut novel about Alice Winston, a 12-year-old loner with family troubles. When her older sister runs away to marry a rodeo cowboy, Alice is left to bear the brunt of her family's troubles - a depressed, bed-ridden mother, a reticent, overworked father, and a rundown horse ranch. As the hottest summer in fifteen years unfolds and bills pile up, Alice is torn between dreams of escaping the loneliness of her duty-filled life and a longing to help her father mend their family and the ranch.
To make ends meet, the Winstons board the pampered horses of rich neighbors, and for the first time Alice confronts the power and security that class and wealth provide. As her family and their well-being become intertwined with the lives of their clients, Alice is drawn into an adult world of secrets and hard truths, and soon discovers that people - including herself - can be cruel, can lie and cheat, and every once in a while, can do something heartbreaking and selfless. Ultimately, Alice and her family must weather a devastating betrayal and a shocking, violent series of events that will test their love and prove the power of forgiveness.
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The God of Animals Aryn Kyle
Scribner 2007 1416533249 New hardcover
Horses and lost love propel this confident debut novel about Alice Winston, a 12-year-old loner with family troubles in Desert Valley, Colo. Her mother hasn't left her bed since Alice was a baby; her father struggles to keep their horse ranch solvent; and her beautiful older sister, Nona, has eloped with a rodeo cowboy. Alice resists befriending the rich girl who takes riding lessons from her father, becomes obsessed with a classmate who drowns in a nearby canal and entangles herself with adults whose motives are suspect.
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Asil Arabians: The Noble Arabian Horses Asil Club
Verlag Georg Olms 2000 3487084058 Hardcover, DJ New 1050 pages
Written In both German and English, this book from the Asil Club looks at the Asil Arabian horse, discussing everything from character, health, and performance to its history and breeding. Amazing photographs. This is a classic collectible for your library.
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Teach Yourself Dog Training Association Of Pet Dog Trainers
McGraw-Hill Companies 0071452117 Softcover New Copy
An obedient dog is man's best friend; a disobedient one, his worst nightmare. Teach Yourself Dog Training offers all the information readers need to understand their canine, be it a mutt or full-breed. They'll learn how to identify behavioral problems in their pet - and then quickly seize the opportunity to rectify them. This how-to guide leads the pet owner through all the steps and provides all the tools he or she will need to get a dog to sit, fetch and calm down on command. Teach Yourself Dog Training employs the same techniques used by professional breeders and trainers to foster clear communication between dogs and their owners.
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Top Tips from Top Trainers Association of Pet Dog Trainers
TFH 0793806402 New Softcover
Top Tips from Top Trainers features 1,001 exclusive tips from members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), the most highly regarded group of its kind in the world. Unlike other dog training books that focus on basic advice, this innovative guide offers the average dog owner a plethora of interesting and helpful factoids previously known only by the professional dog trainers who developed them. From everyday problem solvers to cool ideas and time savers, these expert trainers share their favorite positive training methods to help all dog owners become more successful pet parents.
The book is organized from A to Z for easy browsing and covers a wide range of care and training tips, from common commands to training equipment, feeding, health, socialization, body language, rewards, house manners, and problem behaviors.
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Scottish Deerhounds Audrey Benbow
TFH 0866225919 New Hardcover Light shelfwear
he Deerhound is a large dog of rugged yet graceful appearance: the breed was described by Sir Walter Scott as 'the most perfect creatures of heaven'. An ancient breed, the deerhound was prized by Scottish chieftans and was preserved with great zeal. These hounds must possess great speed, power and courage - they were used to hunt full-grown stags standing four feet at the withers, weighing around 300 pounds, and well armed with a fine set of antlers. They are nonetheless quiet, elegant companion dogs with great hearts and loyalty.
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Trail Riding A Complete Guide Audrey Pavia
Howell 2005 0764579134 Softcover New copy
Experience the sheer joy of being one with your horse and one with nature.
When you're riding the trails with your horse, you enjoy a refreshing feeling of freedom, the exhilaration of exploration, and an invigorating escape from the demands of the day. You're in control - as long as you can control the 1,000-pound creature you're riding. Trail Riding: A Complete Guide takes you from the basics to more advanced trail riding skills with information on:
* How to choose a horse, including basics on conformation
* Finding the best trail-riding lessons, tack, and equipment
* Feeding, care, grooming, health care, and stable management
* Conditioning - for the horse and yourself
* Trailering to trails
* Advanced trail riding, including information on camping with your horse, how competitive trail riding is judged, and racing on the trail
* Tips on how to find the best trails, both locally and around the country
This book helps you develop the knowledge and skills that will give you a leg up every time you climb in the saddle. You and your horse will become the perfect pair for relaxing yet energizing adventures off the beaten path.
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Why Pandas Do Handstands Augustus Brown
Free Press 1416531904 Hardcover, DJ New
Astonishing new facts about animals are discovered every day. Here, gathered together in one book, are hundreds of the most fascinating, often funny, and, occasionally, just plain bizarre snippets know about animals freshly gleaned from the most up-to-date scientific observations and experiments. With chapters on every aspect of animal life - from how they communicate with one another to their highly unusual parenting practices to their lively and varied sex lives - Augustus Brown has compiled a charming, educational, and supremely entertaining book that will satisfy even the most obsessive animal lover.
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Kingmaker: How Northern Dancer Founded a Racing Dynasty Avalyn Hunter
Eclipse Press 1581502036 New Softcover
When Canadian industrialist and Thoroughbred breeder E.P. Taylor watched his well-bred, handsome colt pass unsold through the auction ring, he could hardly have envisioned the degree to which this seeming misfortune would boomerang in his favor. Named Northern Dancer, the sales reject proved his worth by winning the 1964 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes for Taylor. In doing so, he become a Canadian hero. And that was only the beginning. As a stallion, the diminutive Northern Dancer exerted a legendary influence on the breed, at one time commanding a million-dollar stud fee. International competition for his offspring created world records in the auction ring. Respected pedigree authority Avalyn Hunter explores how Northern Dancer and his sons have established a royal dynasty that has profoundly dominated the international bloodstock market. Illustrated.
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Please DO Feed The Cat Babson, Marian
Thomas Dunne Books, 2004. 0312284985 Hardcover, DJ New copy.
Author Lorinda Lucas returns from a book tour of the United States to find that Roscoe, the cat who lives next door, is in alarming shape. Hoping that whatever has hit poor Roscoe will not be caught by her two cats, Had-I and But-Known, she learns from her friend Freddie that both Roscoe and his owner, Lorinda's neighbor "Macho Magee," are more or less prisoners of another author, one Cressie Adair. For an unknown reason, Cressie has decided to move not only into the colony of mystery writers but straight into Macho's house, life, and all nine lives of his cat. For Roscoe, that means an exclusive diet consisting of very small portions of feline health foods. And then Macho, well, his pen name does fit the thrillers he writes, but his real name, Lancelot Dalrymple, is a much better description of the meek little author he actually is. He's restricted to a "health" diet himself, and can do no more for poor Roscoe than surreptitiously leave a window open so the hungry beast can escape to where he might find some real food....
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What Is My Cat Thinking? Bailey, Gwen
Thunder Bay Press 2002 1571458697 Hardcover, DJ New copy
Happy, Bored, Playful, Worried?
There are probably times when you wish that you knew what your cat was thinking. This lavishlyn illustrated book explains why your cat behaves the way he does, from purring to hissing, and from play fighting to spraying. Six major aspects of cat behavior are covered:
* Social behavior
* Territory
* Fitness and hunting
* Reproduction
* Staying Safe
* Cats and people
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Against The Odds - Jockey Jerry Bailey Bailey, Jerry
Putnam Pub Group 2005 0399152733 Hardcover, DJ New Copy
Jerry Bailey has been America's premier rider for well over a decade, and has endured tumultuous times both on and off the track. In this brutally frank memoir, the jockey recalls his life's milestones, paying particular attention to his bout with alcoholism. Aided by sportswriter Tom Pedulla, Bailey, 47, exposes the risks jockeys face during a race, the corruption rampant at some tracks, the nobility of racehorses, the arrogance and humility of various owners and the thrill of winning. He recalls his boyhood excitement at racing horses against neighborhood friends in his native Texas. Driven by his love of horses and his competitive spirit, he entered the racing world, first as a trainer, and eventually becoming a world-class jockey. Yet early in his career, he drifted into alcoholism; with the help of his wife and an AA counselor, he became sober. Although Bailey was successful as a young jockey, his glory days have come in the last 16 years with his Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes wins and numerous other honors. Of special interest is Bailey's detailed account of his incredible run aboard Cigar, who won 16 straight races and became the richest Thoroughbred in history in the mid-1990s. Bailey weaves interviews with friends and family with his own words to create an often poignant memoir of the triumph of the human spirit.
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How to Live With A Neurotic Dog Baker, Stephen
McGraw Hill 2003, 0517118424 Softcover New 138 pages Fred Hilliard
How to Live with a Neurotic Dog probes the depths of the canine psyche, with crucial insights into such burning issues as:
* the trauma of puppyhood
* the dogs' deep psychological need for food, shelter, and big-screen television
* the correct approach to obedience
* training (how your dog can get you to sit, stay, and come)
* the pressure of trying to live up to famous role models like Lassie, Snoopy, superdog, and Rin-Tin-Tin
*Why your bed is the only place your dog can sleep peacefully
* Dining with the neurotic dog
* Living happily with a dog and a baby (tell the baby it isn't nice to bite the dog)
and much more! Lots of amusing line illustrations by Fred Hillard.
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Comprehensive Guide to Equine Veterinary Medicine Barb Crabbe DVM
Sterling 2007 1402710534 New Hardcover
Horses are among the most complex creatures in the animal kingdom: so much can go wrong so quickly. And when it does, these delicate, injury prone beasts need swift treatment. Otherwise, a simple eating disorder might rapidly lead to death and a minor hoof injury to permanent lameness. To make things even more difficult, equine veterinary care is costly and insurance prohibitively expensive. That's why any horse owner, as well as equine veterinarians and students of veterinary medicine, must have this ultimate resource on hand.
The Comprehensive Guide to Equine Veterinary Medicine is a thorough, carefully designed medical reference featuring four-color anatomical drawings by the most acclaimed veterinary illustrator Kip Carter. It covers all areas of equine health, including diagnosis and treatment, and delves into basic equine behavior and safety, preventive health care, and first aid. Twelve in-depth chapters outline the individual body systems, anatomy and physiology, and abnormalities. A Health Care section includes alternative therapies such as acupuncture and homeopathy, along with options for rehabilitation and physical therapy. Critical information appears in tables, charts, side bars, and bulleted lists for quick access. In addition, there is an informative history of veterinary procedures, followed by three valuable appendices with terminology, common medications, and advice for the first-time horse owner.
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Complete American Eskimo Barbara E. Beynon
Howell 1990 0876050135 New copy Some shelfwear
The American Eskimo has been familiar to dog lovers for generations and is a member of one of the oldest canine families- the northern breeds. Veteran fancier Barbara Beynon here details every matter of importance regarding these charming dogs, including:
Breed origin
Breed history
Breed Standard
Grooming
Training
Breeding
and even an account of the Eskimo's pre-eminence as a circus dog!
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Successful Obedience Handling Barbara Handler
Alpine 2003 1577790235 New Softcover
A book for the obedience handler. It will help you to avoid handler errors in the obedience ring, determine if your dog is ready to compete, prepare you properly, and score your best. For novice through utility competitors.
A quick, easy reference that will help you with those last-minute show brush-ups. Successful Obedience Handling, 2nd edition will teach you:
* Nine ways to proof your dog's heeling
* How to avoid common handler errors
* How to select the proper attire and equipment
* How to tell if the dog that you have trained is ready for competition
* What you can and cannot do at the show
* How to score your best in the ring
* Common errors for each exercise
Revised and updated for 2002 AKC rules. Earn titles quicker and increase your scores.
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Complete Border Collie Barbara Swann
Howell 1995 0876050593 New Hardcover, DJ
This book goes beyond the conventional form of most breed books to explore each activity that showcases the Border Collie as a star. Dog sports, such as Agility, Flyball, Obedience and Herding Trials, as well as working activities such as sheep or cattle farming, are discussed in detail. Also covered are alternative therapies such as herbalism, accupuncture and chiropractic care.
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Understanding Border Collies Barbara Sykes
Crowood Press 1999 1861262809 New Hardcover
The Border Collie is an extremely versatile breed, faithful enough to be a loyal friend, honest enough to be a hard worker, and intelligent enough to be an asset in rescue and other services. This comprehensive, illustrated book gives essential advice on how to become the pack leader by understanding and interpreting the body language of man's best friend. Topics include choosing your Border Collie, taking your puppy home, common sense dog training, nutrition, creating a partnership, and adolescent and older dogs.
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The Welsh Terrier Leads the Way Bardi McLennan
Doral Publishing 1999 0944875386 Hardcover Very clean used copy
A true breed classic, this book will feed Welsh Terrier enthusiasts in-depth information about this much-loved Terrier. This dog reflects the country of its origin with its determination and quirky personality. Bardi, a leading authority on Welsh Terriers, examines all the joys of owning Welsh, including a history of the breed, prominent kennels, and an in-depth look at the personality of this breed.
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Howl: A Collection of the Best Contemporary Dog Wit Bark Editors
Crown 1st Ed 2007 030733838X
A pot roast left unguarded. An open bedroom door. An ill-timed squat. Dogs seem to have impeccable timing. Yet how quickly calamity turns to comedy in the company of a dog, and the wrong moment turns out to be just the right one. In this delightful follow-up to Dog Is My Co-Pilot, which won the Best Book of the Year award from the Dog Writers Association of America, the editors of The Bark bring together more stories, essays, and artwork that highlight the hilarity of dog behavior and the comical interactions between dog people and their four-legged friends.
From playful puppies who wreak havoc in the home to dogs with a whole array of comic shticks and tricks, Howl celebrates the verve and the laughs pets offer their people. It includes laugh-out-loud reflections (and confessions), rib-tickling tales, and whimsical vignettes from well-known writers such as:
* Dave Barry
* Margaret Cho
* Al Franken
* Kinky Friedman
* Pam Houston
* Haven Kimmel
* Neal Pollack
* And many more!
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Cocker Spaniels Bart King
TFH 1996 0793823536 New Hardcover
Owning a Cocker Spaniel can be a joyful and enriching experience. This starter breed book, illustrated throughout with full-color photos and pictures, covers all the information a Cocker owner needs to know, from history and origins of the breed to health care and training.
Chapter content includes:
* The history of the breed
# Selecting a dog
# Feeding
# Health & Dental
# Training & Behavioural problems
# Travelling with your pet
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StarPet: How to Make Your Pet a Star Bash Dibra
Pocket Books 2005 0743491947 Softcover New copy
Hollywood pet trainer, award-winning animal behaviorist, and bestselling author Bash Dibra offers industry insider advice on how you can turn your favorite four-legged friend into a STAR PET:
* Teach your cat or dog to pose for the camera
* Train your pet to sit, speak, or raise a paw on cue
* Create a professional pet portfolio
* Attend local auditions and open casting calls
* Go behind the scenes to meet some of America's most famous animal entertainers
* Practice the same techniques that Bash uses in his StarPet Workshops
* Learn about pet health insurance and animal-actors' rights
* Receive expert advice about responsible pet ownership
Celebrity pet trainer and animal acting coach Dibra, who has trained the pets of everyone from Henry Kissinger to Calvin Klein, reveals the history behind his successful StarPet business and explains how to prepare pets for the stage and screen in this enjoyable guide. Much of Dibra's advice stems from his extensive knowledge of wolf behavior and his experiences with his own beloved wolf, Mariah, who has starred in a TV movie and served as the official mascot and goodwill ambassador for the 1984 Winter Olympics. In addition to detailed instructions on teaching dogs how to sit, wave, kiss or open doors, Dibra's book includes methods for training a more fastidious pet-the cat. The key to training any pet, he writes, lies in understanding the animal's "inner drives." Thus, even felines like Morris from the 9 Lives Cat Food commercials can become great actors. Dibra includes useful tips on guiding your pet through play-acting sequences and lists various events that may prove helpful in "Getting Your Paw in the Door."
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The Death of an Irish Tradition Batholomew Gill
Avon 0060522615 Massmarket Paperback New
The Dublin Horse Show is one of the city's proudest traditions - a grand institution tarnished this year by the murder of elderly Margaret Caughey. Chief Inspector Peter McGarr is puzzled by the strange death of a seemingly harmless old woman whose apartment contains not a trace of her past life - and by the heinous crime's apparent links to the upcoming equestrian event. Nearly everyone associated with the unfortunate victim has connections to the Horse show as well, from dowdy Margaret's racetrack gadfly brother, to her surprisingly elegant daughter who's scheduled to compete . . . to an ex-IRA contract killer. And with race day rapidly approaching, McGarr knows he must work quickly to untangle this knotted skein of deadly secrets. For if he falters, the tireless detective fears that more blood may be spilt - perhaps even his own - before the riders leave the gate.
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The New Owner's Guide To Guinea Pigs (Cavies) Bawoll, Karen
TFH 0793828309 Hardcover, 160 pages
A New Owner's Guide to Guinea Pigs is authored by one of the top experts in the breed. This guide, illustrated with over 150 great color photographs, offers much needed advice on proper nutrition, housing, exercise, breeding and health care, as well as showing your Cavy.
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History And Management Of The MASTIFF Baxter/Hoffman
1929242166 New Softcover
Second Edition. A book for today's Mastiff fancier containing rich details about the establishment and survival of this noble breed in the UK, US and other countries. Covers the challenges and tragedies that almost made the breed extinct; the dedication of past breeders who worked to ensure the breed's continuation; with dozens of rare photographs and pedigrees.
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Pug, Owners Guide To Pugs Beauchamp & Neu
TFH 0793827744 Hardcover, New copy 160 pages.
A New Owner's Guide to Pugs allows one of the top breeders and experts of the breed into your home. This guide, illustrated with over 150 great color photographs, offers much needed advice on housebreaking, health care, puppy care and training, as well as brief but concise chapters on the history of the breed and showing your Pug. This book guarantees the best start with your new pet, and promises a longer, happier life for you and your dog.
Rick Beauchamp has been active with the breed since childhood; breeding, exhibiting, professional handling, publishing, and judging. He is currently judging for both the AKC and the UKC.
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Minding Animals; Awareness, Emotion, Heart Bekoff, Marc
Oxford University Press 1st Edition 2002 0195150775 Hardcover, DJ New 230 pages.
Bekoff is an ethologist: a scientist who studies animal behavior. In this new look at the consciousness of animals, he shares his experiences along with the nitty-gritty details of how animal behaviorists make their living. But Bekoff goes beyond a mere description of the science of ethology. He also tackles bigger issues, such as the questions of animal cognition, intelligence, and their emotional lives. Chapters cover such broad topics as the richness of behavioral diversity, animal emotions, play and cooperation, and human intrusion into animals' lives. Bekoff has a talent for making his points by leading readers through the evidence for and against an issue and guiding them to a conclusion. Interweaving anecdotal stories, discussions of scientific research, and explorations into the philosophy and theology of our relationship with nature and other animals, Bekoff builds a case for the necessity of understanding animals and granting them mutual respect as "other persons." The conversational writing style makes for a highly accessible book
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Teach Yourself How to Win at Horse Racing Belinda Levez
Teach Yourself 0340914491 New Softcover
How to Win at Horse Racing is designed both for newcomers to racing who want to understand the different types of races and bets, and for the more experienced punters keen to improve the odds of success. Fully updated with all the latest information on rules, grades and the latest methods of betting, it is guaranteed to help you get the most out of your horse racing.
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Shark Trouble Benchley, Peter
Random House Trade 0812966333 Paperback, 186 pages
Shark attacks, though they occur rarely, dominate headlines and generate mass fascination and anxiety. In this book of true stories and potentially life saving advice, the author of Jaws draws on more than three decades of experience on and under the sea to share exciting adventures with sharks and other marine animals, and to offer intriguing shark facts as well as suggestions to help readers understand the ocean and approach it with knowledge, safety, and respect.
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FALL GUY Benjamin, Carol Lea
HarperCollins 0060538996 Hardcover, DJ New copy
Rachel Alexander hardly knew the dead man, NYPD Detective Timothy O'Fallon, who had a fatal "accident" while cleaning his service revolver in his Greenwich Village apartment. As a member of Rachel's 9/11 support group, O'Fallon had shared little, spoken rarely, and revealed nothing except a strong attachment to Rachel's dog, Dash. Yet for some unknown reason, in his will he named Rachel as the executor of his estate. Accepting the unexpected responsibility with her trademark dedication, Rachel undertakes the strange, unsettling task of getting the late detective's affairs in order - and in the process begins to piece together the sad, disparate pieces of Timothy O'Fallon's life. And with each new demon she exposes, Rachel comes to believe more and more that this fatality was no accident at all...or even, in some dark and disturbing way, the suicide that most of his colleagues suspect.
Hidden deep in the shadows of the O'Fallon family's history is a bizarre, three-decades-old tragedy that left a legacy of violence, grief, and guilt - and uncovering it could put Rachel's life at serious risk. But it may already be too late for her to turn away because a terrifying vengeance must be served...and more victims will surely fall before a harrowing day of reckoning ultimately arrives.
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