Pets & Animal Care

Jen Golbeck, the “internet’s dog mom” behind the massive social media platform The Golden Ratio, and Stacey Colino, an award-winning science writer, explore the profound bond between humans and dogs....

In Your Dog Is Your Mirror, dog trainer Kevin Behan proposes a radical new model for understanding canine behavior: a dog’s behavior and emotion, indeed its very cognition, are driven by our emotion....

In this first volume of his memoirs, then-newly-qualified vet James Herriot arrives in the small Yorkshire village of Darrowby, and he has no idea what to expect....

Do you want to learn how to help your dog feel safe? Do you dream of owning a dog who enjoys meeting new people and exploring new places?....

Based on Cesar's own detailed experiences raising individual puppies from some of the most popular breeds, How to Raise the Perfect Dog is like having Cesar right beside you....

From Pulitzer Prize finalist Tommy Tomlinson comes an inside account of the Westminster Dog Show that follows one dog on his quest to become a champion—and explores the bond between dogs and their people.

Are you ready to transform your life with the unwavering support of a loyal and trained companion Perhaps you've dreamed of having a Psychiatric Service Dog by your side, but the staggering costs have held you back.

GET TO KNOW YOUR DOG. Renowned expert dog trainer and bestselling author of Lucky Dog Lessons Brandon McMillan unpacks the unique and often misunderstood 15,000-year evolutionary history governing a dog’s every move....

The #1 bestselling author of The Alienist tells the extraordinary story of Masha, a half-wild rescue cat who fought off a bear, tackled Caleb like a linebacker—and bonded with him as tightly as any cat and human possibly can....

Brandon McMillan, dog trainer and star of the CBS show Lucky Dog, shares his training system to transform any dog - from spoiled purebred puppy to shelter-shocked rescue - into a model companion....

Like their human counterparts, dogs have been getting sicker and dying prematurely over the past few decades. Why? Scientists are beginning to understand that the chronic diseases afflicting humans also beset canines....

The Other End of the Leash shares a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs....

In 1973, Secretariat, the greatest champion in horse-racing history, won the Triple Crown....

Here's a third delightful volume of memoirs rich with James Herriot's own brand of humor, insight, and wisdom, and the basis for the PBS Masterpiece drama....

Have you ever wondered what your dogs are thinking? What they're feeling? Now you can finally know! The answers will surprise and delight you....

Delve into the magical, unforgettable world of James Herriot, the world's most beloved veterinarian, and his menagerie of heartwarming, funny, and tragic animal patients....

Birdie & Harlow is the story of a baby and a dog. But motherhood is never quite that simple. In Taylor Wolfe’s case, it’s a long, zigzagging and winding road.

The main goal of this audiobook is to simplify and enlighten any new owner to crate training puppies. In addition, it seeks to add more knowledge to all pup owners on how to effectively crate train a puppy. The audiobook will solve all common problems you may go through....

Beautifully written with authentic personal stories, spiritual wisdom, and heartfelt guidance, The Pet I Can’t Forget invites you to join author and award-winning animal communicator Karen A. Anderson....

In The Book Your Dog Wishes You Would Read, Louise tackles everything from bringing the right dog home, understanding body language and breed behaviour, responding to common behavioural issues, to the toys and games that you and your dog will both love....

From the best-selling author and star of National Geographic Channel's Dog Whisperer, the only resource you’ll need for raising a happy, healthy dog....

No Ordinary Dog is the powerful true story of a SEAL Team Operator and military dog handler, and the dog that saved his life....

Do dogs love us the way we love them? Berns decided that there was only one way to answer that question - using an MRI machine....

Social media stars of @WhatAboutBunny Alexis Devine and Bunny the "talking" dog deliver a memoir loaded with wit and passion for animals, as well as the vulnerability and authenticity of a woman who learned to take care of herself by learning to talk to her dog....

In this volume, after serving in the RAF in World War II, Herriot gladly returns home to Yorkshire to his beloved family and multitude of patients, with many more tender, funny, sad and wise stories to share with us and warm our hearts....

Have you often felt admiration for "horse professionals" like Bernd Hackl, who you know from VOX, and would you like to whisper with horses yourself? Or are you struggling with everyday problems with your horse that you want to make a thing of the past? Then this guide is the first step for you in this direction.as an enthusiastic horse person or newcomer to the horse world, you will gain basic knowledge about the origins of the horse. Among other things, you will learn how it has developed over the course of evolution and why.

A bird flits overhead. It’s an everyday occurrence, repeated hundreds, thousands, millions of times daily by creatures across the world. It’s something so normal, so entirely taken for granted, that sometimes we forget how extraordinary it is. But take that in for a moment. This animal flies. It. Flies. The miracle of flight has evolved in hugely diverse ways, with countless variations of flapping and gliding, hovering and diving, murmurating and migrating.

WEREWOLF: The True Story of an Extraordinary Police Dog is the raw, first-hand account of the life of a police K9 named Brag and his cop partner. When they first meet, Brag shows no interest in human attachment and his handler is wary of caring too much for a dog whose life he must risk every night. But as the dangerous manhunts push both to their mental and physical limits, the two develop an unbreakable bond that blurs the line between human and canine.

A hands-on barn and field guide designed for quick and easy use, presenting a thorough examination of animals in the barn and then listing symptoms with many pictures of what the farmer is seeing, possible conclusions, and then giving a concise set of treatments. The treatments are ones that Dr. Karreman has found to work consistently well during 15 years in the trenches working with organic cows. Basic backgrounding in the fundamentals for organic and holistic thinking about livestock is included in the introduction. The companion guide to Treating Dairy Cows Naturally, this book includes ...

Learn to heal your cattle by treating the cause and not the symptoms. Holistic veterinarian Richard Doc Holiday is here to share the secrets he's learned from more than fifty years of experience in animal nutrition and health. Holliday reveals how animals are capable of self-regulating their trace mineral needs when provided with a free-choice selection of minerals. Inside this book you'll find studies on animal nutrition as well as a veterinarian's real-life experiences with nutritionally wise livestock. In addition, Doc takes on some of his most frequently asked questions regarding animal...

Natural Dog Training is about how dogs see the world and what this means in regards to training. The first part of this book presents a theory for the social behavior of canines, featuring the drive to hunt, not the pack instincts, as seminal to canine behavior. The second part reinterprets how dogs actually learn. The third section presents exercises and handling techniques to put this theory into practice with a puppy. The final section sets forth a training program with a special emphasis on coming when called.

This one-stop "instruction manual" is the essential companion to your lovable Schnoodle, covering everything you should know from buying a new puppy through to old age and how best to look after your precious Schnoodle, including three in-depth top breeder interviews packed with advice and tips.

The proven, effective strategies on training your own service dog! Do you have a handicap that makes it hard to go out? Are you suffering from panic attacks and anxiety? Do you wish there was a way where you can easily do daily tasks and get the companionship you need? If you said YES to these questions, then a service dog is for you. Not only do service dogs help give physical support (such as opening doors, turning light switches on and off, and fetching objects), they also offer companionship and alert others when you’re going through a medical crisis. However, service dog training can...

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“As to methods there may be a million and then some, but principles are few. The man who grasps principles can successfully select his own methods. The man who tries methods, ignoring principles, is sure to have trouble.” - Harrington Emerson Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of training decisions to be made when working with a horse? Should you speed up, slow down, turn left, turn right? What transition should you make next? Which body part should you move where? What if you didn’t need to memorize a million techniques and scenarios, but just needed to understand the ...

Drawing on decades of veterinary practice, Dr. Paul Dettloff presents a natural, sustainable approach to ruminant health. Copiously illustrated chapters "break down" the animal into its interrelated biological systems: digestive, reproductive, respiratory, circulatory, musculoskeletal and more. Also includes a chapter on nosodes, with vaccination programs for dairy cattle, sheep and goats. An information-packed manual from a renowned vet and educator, suitable for anyone interested in helping ruminants achieve optimal health naturally.

The world is going to the dogs. If that be true, perhaps it would be wise to make friends with them. "25" is a whimsical plunge down the rabbit hole of designer dogs, kennel competitions and our search to find sanity in an unforgiving world through our dear canine pals. "25" is a beautifully illustrated book that also offers sweet inspiration and reminders about how much dogs mean to we puny and imperfect humans. It's written by one of America's top newspaper columnist and the most prolific humorist and satirist in world history — John Boston.

The youngest daughter of an eccentric engineer and a musical theater fanatic, Helen Brown grew up in the New Zealand coastal town of New Plymouth in a crumbling castle overrun by nature, and overshadowed by nearby, beautiful Mount Taranaki. It's 1966, the Pacific islands are being used for atomic bomb testing, and her parents and siblings are swept up in their own lives. Twelve years old, struggling in school, and facing eye surgery-for the second time-Helen feels lonely and lost . . .

The Beagle Survival Guide is more than just a training manual; it's a comprehensive resource for living a fulfilling life with your Beagle. Whether you're facing training challenges, health concerns, or simply seeking to deepen your bond, this guide is your go-to resource for a lifetime of happiness with your furry companion.

"Pass the Animal Control Officer Exam: Your Guide to a Career in Animal Control" is the ultimate study guide for aspiring animal control officers seeking to embark on a fulfilling career in the field of animal control. This comprehensive guide covers essential topics that are crucial for success in the profession, providing a comprehensive overview of the diverse responsibilities and challenges faced by animal control officers. From understanding animal behavior and mastering handling techniques to identifying various animal breeds and species, this guide offers in-depth insights into the ...