Dogs as pets Books

Book SynopsisThe first species to be domesticated, dogs have been selectively bred over thousands of years. Today they’re man’s best friend – but while many are pets, many, too, are working animals: for the police, for the blind, as guard dogs, as sheepdogs, pulling sleds and as therapy animals. Arranged in chapters covering physical characteristics, senses, lifecycle, communication, behaviour and working dogs, Dogs is a hugely informative visual celebration. From huskies to German shepherds, from collies to Chihuahuas, Shih Tzu to Jack Russell Terriers, Labradors to Bullmastiffs to Dachshunds, the book includes a huge range of breeds. With fascinating captions on every page, even dog lovers will learn something new. Dogs is a brilliant examination in 150 outstanding colour photographs.Table of ContentsContents include Introduction PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Size, skeleton, skull, Coat, tail SENSES Not only do a dog’s senses include vision, hearing, sense of smell, sense of taste and touch, but also sensitivity to the Earth’s magnetic field. LIFECYCLE Reproduction, puppies, reaching maturity COMMUNICATION Visual communication includes mouth shape and head position, licking and sniffing, ear and tail positioning, eye gaze, facial expression, and body posture. Dog vocalizations, or auditory communication, can include barks, growls, howls, whines and whimpers, screams, pants and sighs. Dogs also communicate via gustatory communication, utilizing scent and pheromones. BEHAVIOUR Sociability, grooming, feeding, hunting fighting, playing WORKING DOGS Sled dogs, police, law enforcement, sniffer dogs, sheepdogs, hounds, gun dogs, performing dogs, guide dogs, therapy dogs BREEDS FEATURED INCLUDE: Clumber Spaniel English Springer Spaniel Sussex Spaniel Cocker Spaniel Italian spinone Standard poodle Norwegian Elkhound Bloodhound Basenji Pharaoh Hound Irish Wolfhound Basset Hound English Foxhound Afghan Hound Greyhound Otterhound Ibizan Hound Airedale Terrier Bull Terrier Cesky Terrier Lakeland terrier Norfolk terrier Scottish terrier Yorkshire Terrier Chihuahua Italian Greyhound Maltese Papillon Pekingese Shih Tzu Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Shar-Pei Bulldog Dalmatian Lhasa Apso Japanese spitz Boston Terrier Bernese Mountain Dog German Boxer Briard Bullmastiff Doberman (Pinscher) Japanese Akita Bearded Collie Border Collie Smooth Collie Komondor Hungarian Puli Hungarian Kuvasz Leonberger Alaskan Malamute Mastiff Neapolitan Mastiff Australian Shepherd Dog Belgian Shepherd Dog Newfoundland German Pinscher Pembroke Welsh corgi

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Book SynopsisFrom the star writer and illustrator team of the Mango & Bambang series comes a funny, heartwarming picture book all about choosing the right dog. It can be a pickle to pick the right dog. Take a guided tour of the dogs’ home with one characterful canine – he’s been there the longest and knows everyone, so he’ll make sure you bring home the perfect companion. Will it be hungry Harvey, who eats everything? Or clever Dumpling, who can chew through the crossword in record time? Or sporty Boo-Boo, as bouncy as a ball? How about Poochy Petunia Wuffles-Winstanley, the poshest pet in the pound? Oh it’s so hard to choose. What a pickle! With gorgeous illustrations from Clara Vulliamy, and laugh-out-loud text from Polly Faber, this book is guaranteed to be your favourite, whichever dog you choose!Trade Review'It’s just so lovely…it’s got the most heart-warming ending that, genuinely, as a 43 year old, made me cry …Gorgeous’ -- Hannah Beckerman * BBC Radio 2, Sara Cox Show *"Polly Faber's sparkling text is brought to life by Clara Vulliamy's enchanting illustrations." * Daily Express *"Has there ever been a book with a more adorable cast of characters? Polly Faber’s text is a joy to read aloud and Clara Vulliamy’s illustrations are brim-full of canine charm. This book will steal your heart, just like Pickle!" * Lovereading4kids.co.uk *"Cute and funny, Picking Pickle will leave everyone desperate for a Pickle of their own." * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisThis title offers everything you need to know about owning a dog, including buying and choosing a suitable animal, settling in a new puppy, and nutrition and diet. It explores a range of different types of dog - both pedigree and non-pedigree - their characteristics and the breed that will best suit your lifestyle and home environment. It includes a guide to the equipment you will need, such as beds and bedding, brushes, combs and chew toys. It explains how to train your dog, from socialization with other animals and people to walking on a lead and basic obedience training, such as understanding "sit" and "stay". It offers professional advice on health care and essential first aid. It includes over 300 step-by-step photographs to show all the practical skills and techniques in clear detail. The dog has been our best friend for thousands of years. No animal lover can fail to cherish this versatile and endearing animal, combining strength, personality, intelligence and a willing nature. This book is a complete guide to understanding and looking after your pet dog. It contains advice on buying a dog and information on all aspects of canine care, from choosing bedding and feeding bowls to health care and first aid. Sections on breeding and whelping are included, as well as instructions for training your dog from puppyhood to adulthood. The text is complemented with specially commissioned photographs to make this an esential volume for all dog owners.

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Book SynopsisPartners celebrates the diversity of the canine contribution to our species, providing the reader with heart-warming stories of loyalty, perseverance and courage. Written by people who learned to trust their lives to the senses of a dog, and highlighting true examples of working dog behaviour, it enables all dog lovers to understand the inborn senses and instincts of their dog, which man can shape to his benefit. Instincts tie these stories together: Bart finding a child lost on a mountain, Traveler pulling his blind partner from the path of a moving car, and Truman soothing the souls of abused children. With specific explanations of physiological attributes and innate characteristics – such as olfactory prowess, survival instincts, and intelligent disobedience – plus quotes from fifty canine professionals chronicling working dog behaviors, Partners demonstrates the similarities between the behaviour of a tender Cocker Spaniel who brought an abused child back to reality, and a tough law enforcement K9 who assured his handlers safety. This is the story Partners delivers – unity.Trade Review'[Partners] highlights examples of working dog behaviour written by people that have trusted their lives to the senses of a dog. It enables dog lovers to understand the instincts of their pet which can be used to their benefit.' Lost & Fond 'Man's best friend is more than just a companion, it's a coworker. "Partners: Everyday Working Dogs Being Heroes Every Day" is a collection of text and full color photography describing the many tasks dogs go down to and serve mankind, through police work, being guide dogs, or simply helpful in therapy and being the companions that they are. "Partners" is a must for dog lovers everywhere, highly recommended.' Midwest Book Review A heart-warming collection of true stories ... It is impossible to imagine life without dogs. An amazing read! Dogs Today We like Partners ... [it] illustrate[s] the positive effects therapy animals can have on people in need of comfort ...Nan has a unique perspective on the experiences of a handler. Pet Partners Interactions Magazine I would recommend this book to readers who want to know more about the use of dogs ... The color photos really enhance the book, particularly the ones of dogs in action. SARstories News Partners is a comprehensive study of working dogs. It is unique in the annals of dog literature because it is also a study of loss. It explores the many ways that one can lose a beloved companion who has also been part of the fabric of one's working life. Partners is about how dogs enrich our lives, how we grieve their departure, how a sense of closure leaves us with the profound gratitude that we had this wonderful partner to enrich us for part of life's journey ... highly recommended Geelong Obedience Dog Club

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Book Synopsis20 WALKS THAT ARE PERFECT FOR YOUR DOG AND GREAT PUBS WHERE THEY'RE WELCOME! This collection of tried-and-tested circular walks, all between 1 and 5 1/2 miles, has been written specifically for dogs and their owners, allowing for maximum off-lead time. Along the way you'll explore country estates and parks, pretty villages, river banks, marshes and canal towpaths. You'll discover remnants of the salt trade, lost harbours, geological curiosities, historic buildings and wildlife-rich heaths and woodlands. At the heart of every route is a dog-friendly pub. All the walks include: * Distance & terrain; * Details of livestock & stiles; * Numbered route directions; * Points of interest along the way; * Contact details for the nearest vets.Table of Contents1. Little Neston & the Wirral Way: The Harp Inn (41/2 miles) 2. Barrow & Broomhill: The White Horse Inn, (33/4 miles) 3. Overton & Frodsham Hill: The Ring o' Bells (2 miles) 4. Penketh: The Ferry Tavern (41/4 miles) 5. Thelwall viaducts: The Pickering Arms (4 miles) 6. Pickmere: The Red Lion (21/2 miles) 7. Shakerley Mere: The Three Greyhounds Inn (1 mile) 8. Knutsford; The Cross Keys Hotel (31/2 miles) 9. Lindow: The Plough & Flail (43/4 miles) 10. Wood Lane: The Miners Arms (23/4 miles) 11. Danes Moss & Sutton Reservoir: Sutton Hall (41/2 miles) 12. Astbury: The Egerton Arms Country Inn (23/4 miles) 13. Rode Heath: The Broughton Arms (43/4 miles) 14. Nantwich & Dorfold Hall: Wilbrahams (51/4 miles) 15. Church Minshull: The Badger Inn (11/2 miles) 16. Middlewich: The Big Lock (31/2 miles) 17. Petty Pool & Whitegate: The Plough Inn (51/2 miles) 18. Delamere Forest & Eddisbury hillfort: Vale Royal Abbey Arms (4 miles) 19. Peckforton Hills: The Pheasant Inn (31/4 miles) 20. Farndon & Holt: The Farndon (2 miles)

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Book SynopsisLooking for the best places to walk your dog in East Sussex? This book contains 20 walks that are perfect for your dog and great pubs where they'll be welcome. These tried-and-tested circular walks (endorsed by our canine research team), vary between 11/2 and 6 miles, and have all been written specifically for dogs and their owners, allowing for maximum off-lead time. SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS: Stunning coastal scenery around Beachy Head & Cuckmere Haven Buxted & Ditchling Beacon for spectacular countryside views Open heathland of the Ashdown Forest Walkies on the beach at Bulverhythe, Hastings & Rye Tranquil woodland near Crowhurst & Harrison's Rocks A walk steeped in history taking in Bodiam Castle & the Rother Valley A stroll through the valley of the River Medway, deep in Winnie-the-Pooh country A walk around the tiny village of Hellingly & out along the Cuckoo Trail A classic route at Laughton, where the South Downs meet the woodland of the Sussex Weald WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE - Features 20 tried-&-tested East Sussex walking routes, ranging between 11/2 and 6 miles - whether you want a short stroll or something more adventurous, you'll find it here EAST SUSSEX AT ITS BEST - From coast to country & through picture-postcard villages; from hidden gems only the locals know about, to must-see locations, this book covers the very best bits of this stunning county. Plus, of course, the best dog-friendly pubs in East Sussex OFF-LEAD TIME - All walks are designed to maximise off-lead time for your dog while ensuring there are great views & scenery for owners as well EASY TO FOLLOW - Full colour maps & pictures throughout, with clear written instructions making it easy to find your way INFO-PACKED - All walks include details of where to park; livestock & stiles; distance & terrain; recommended dog-friendly refreshment stops; contact details for the nearest vetsTable of Contents1. Arlington Reservoir: The Berwick Inn (2 miles) 2. Ashdown Forest: The Crow & Gate, Crowborough (3 miles) 3. Battle: The Abbey, Chequers & Powdermills (3 miles) 4. Beachy Head: The Beachy Head Inn (6 miles) 5. Bodiam: The Castle Inn (21/2 or 5 miles) 6. Bulverhythe: The Marina Fountain (5 or 8 miles) 7. Buxted Park: The White Hart (2 mile) 8. Crowhurst; The Plough (21/2 miles) 9. Ditchling: The White Horse (41/2 miles) 10. Harrison's Rocks: The Junction Inn, Groombridge (21/2 miles) 11. Hartfield: The Anchor Inn (21/2 miles) 12. Hastings Old Town: First In Last Out (31/2 miles) 13. Haven Brow & Cuckmere East: The Cuckmere Inn (3 miles) 14. Hellingly: The White Hart, Horsebridge (2 or 6 miles) 15. Laughton: The Roebuck Inn (11/2 miles) 16. Litlington: The Plough & Harrow (21/2 miles) 17. Mickelham Priory: The Plough Inn, Upper Dicker (3 miles) 18. Rye Harbour: William the Conqueror (21/2 miles) 19. Seaford Head & Cuckmere West: The Cuckmere Inn (31/2 miles) 20. Three Leg Cross & Bewl Water: The Bull Inn (3, 4 or 6 miles)

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Book Synopsis20 WALKS THAT ARE PERFECT FOR YOUR DOG AND GREAT PUBS WHERE THEY'RE WELCOME! This collection of tried-and-tested walks in North Yorkshire, all between 3 and 81/2 miles, has been written specifically for dogs and their owners, allowing for maximum off-lead time. At the heart of every route is a dog-friendly pub. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: * *Magnificent waterfalls at Malham Cove, Hawes and Keld * *Iconic locations, including Ribblehead Viaduct and Bolton Abbey * *Spectacular views from Roseberry Topping and around Richmond * *Exploring parts of the Pennine Way and the wild moorland surrounding Tan Hill * *Stretches of canal at Gargrave and Ripon, and the tranquil woodland near Drax ALL WALKS INCLUDE: * *Distance & terrain * *Details of livestock & stiles * *Numbered route directions * *Points of interest along the way * *Contact details for the nearest vetsTable of ContentsCONTENTS Introduction; Area Map; Advice for Dog Walkers; THE WALKS 1. Ribblehead: The Station Inn (3 miles) 2. Hutton le Hole : The Crown (41/2 miles) 3. Hawsker & Whitby: The Hare & Hounds, Hawskey (6 miles) 4. Goathland: The Goathland Hotel (3 miles) 5. Great Ayton & Roseberry Topping: The King's Head Inn (4 miles) 6. Riccall: The Hare & Hounds (up to 13 miles) 7. Austwick: The Game Cock Inn (6 miles) 8. Thirsk: The Black Bull (33/4 miles) 9. Masham: The Bruce Arms (5 miles) 10. Drax: The Huntsman (5 miles) 11. Tan Hill: Tan Hill Inn (81/2 miles) 12. Leyburn: The Golden Lion (6 miles) 13. Bolton Abbey: The Devonshire Arms (6 miles) 14. Malham: The Buck Inn (4 miles) 15. Gargrave: The Masons Arms (31/4 miles) 16. Keld: Keld Lodge (6 miles) 17. Hawes: The Board Inn (33/4 miles) 18. Ripon: The Navigation Inn (4 miles) 19. Richmond: The Castle Tavern (31/2 miles) 20. Osmotherley: The Golden Lion (63/4 miles) PLUS A selection of other dog friendly pubs in North Yorkshire

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Book SynopsisHolistic health is all about considering your dog in relation to his home, his diet and his routine healthcare. Whether you have used complementary treatments for your dog before or are just looking for a more natural way to care for him, The Holistic Dog will open your eyes to the range of effective alternative therapies available.

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Book SynopsisThis book is about sporting terriers, that much-loved, quintessentially British, quite admirable group of dogs, favoured for centuries by the more humble type of hunter. Sporting Terriers is not a manual covering training, grooming, nutrition and dog care; it is a celebration of terriers' contribution to the sporting scene, an examination of their form, their function and their future in an increasingly urban society.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for any dog lover, this is the story of man's best friend from the canine gods of Ancient Egypt to the heroic mascots of the Second World War. Over the millennia dogs have been hailed as gods, demons, saints, military heroes, even reigning kings – and all the while have been the keen hunters, loyal guards and beloved pets we know today. They feature in Egyptian myth, classical astronomy, medieval romances and early modern portraiture; they took part in the court-life of Imperial China, in early Hollywood film studios and in intrepid expeditions to the North Pole. Featuring the pampered pets of Queen Victoria and Pablo Picasso, popular medieval dog names, regimental mascots of the Napoleonic Wars and tales of canine loyalty through the ages, this beautifully illustrated volume shows how dogs have for millennia been the beloved companions of peasants and princes alike.Table of ContentsIntroduction /A History of Dogs

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Book SynopsisDachshunds are everywhere. Walk down any fashionable metropolitan street today and you will be tripping over little sausages. They are the dog du jour: compact enough for city living yet feisty enough for a good country walk; cute but clever and independent. Advertising campaigns, aprons, Christmas decorations, Instagram accounts from Canada to Japan to Australia are all peppered with them. They have a universal appeal and come in two official sizes: standard (between 7 kg and 14.5 kg) and miniature (under 5 kg), with lots of 'unofficials' in between; three types of coat: smooth, long-haired and wire-haired; and myriad variations of colouring. By the writer's reckoning there are more than 150 varieties that will pass muster with the UK Kennel Club. In this book, Caroline Donald shares her experience of life with a dachshund: what to look for and what to avoid, how to train and how to look after them. Included too are reports from dachsy homes: from Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund in Canada (3m Facebook followers, 800k on Instagram), River the Mini Dachshund on the Gold Coast in Australia (139k followers on Instagram), to the Dixter dachshunds; Greta the puppy belonging to landscape designer Catherine Fitzgerald, her husband the actor Dominic West and family and Willow, the elegant long-haired English cream belonging to Claire Waight Keller, artistic director of Givenchy and designer of Meghan's wedding dress. There are also stories of artists' dachshunds, including Picasso's Lump, Andy Warhol's Archie and Amos and David Hockney's Stanley and Boodgie; and royal dachshunds (Queen Victoria's, the Kaiser's, Princess Margaret's). New to the breed or old hand, there’s more than a titbit or two to get your teeth into.Trade Review"Attractively presented, it includes sections on the breed's characteristics, history, training, health and well-being, and advice on living with a Dachshund. Both informative and humorous, it contains stories about celebrity Dachshunds and reports from 'Dachsy' homes." * Your Dog *"A perfect present for anyone who has ever smiled at a passing sausage dog, ie everybody who isn't actually dead. Sweet, comical and hugely cheering." -- India Knight * Sunday Times Style *"This handy pocket-sized book gives an entertaining insight into the joys of living with Dachshunds of all coats and sizes. Useful information about what to look for when buying a Dachshund, the characteristics of the breed and how to look after and train your Dachshund is interspersed with anecdotes about various celebrity owners and celebrity Dachshunds." * Kennel Club News *

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Book Synopsis'In my darkest hour, I reached for a hand and found your paw'When Nicola found Buddy, abandoned and broken, she vowed to do all she could to help save him. What she didn't know at the time was that this little dog would in turn save her.This is the story of Buddy and me: a remarkable true story of survival, hope, and never giving up, no matter how hard life gets.

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Book SynopsisThe ups and downs of owning a pet dog, celebrated in this powerful heart-warming photographic poem which pays tribute to the joys of Man's Best Friend.

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Book Synopsis'If ever a dog's story is guaranteed to touch hearts, then Maggie's is.' Your Dog Magazine'This story will leave you smiling.' Best MagazineBeaten, tortured and shot 17 times, Maggie the little street dog should have given up on the world.But the world didn't give up on her.With the help of her human friends, Maggie begins her long road to recovery and starts to spread joy everywhere she goes.This is the inspirational true story of a little dog who learned to be loved just as she is.Trade ReviewWhat readers are saying:'I fell in love with this story. It's a must-read for any animal lovers' Anna, 5 stars'This is an inspiring story, both heartbreaking and heartwarming. It shows how the most severe mental and physical traumas in dogs may be mitigated by the proper care and lots of love and positive attention. Highly recommended.' Carolyn, 5 stars'A lovely story of this wonderful dog. An emotional ride' Angela, 5 stars

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Book SynopsisThe Dog Walker’s Guide to God contains 52 five-minute-reads to inspire dog walkers to ponder the mysteries of faith and the wonders of God. In each chapter, Henry Martin offers a simple reflection and an illustration to be read just before setting out and then chewed over while you and your dog walk together. He invites you to consider: the everyday (house-training, basic obedience, toys and instructions), the profound (crime, punishment, rejection, adoption, ageing, death and the afterlife), the theological (salvation, the Scriptures and prayer), the psychological (and physiological) differences between humans and dogs, the disgusting (including why your dog might scoot its rear across your new carpet!) and, underlying all of these, love (human, Divine and canine). These are universal themes, and the reflections are just as valuable as resources for anyone who is housebound, or those without a dog in their lives.

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Book SynopsisAn essential guide to caring for your dog, filled with expert-backed tips and nuggets of advice to help every dog-owner understand what their canine companion needs in order to be happy and healthy. In the Little Book of Dog Care, life-long dog lover and deathcare veterinary practice owner Ace Tilton Ratcliff delivers a must-have primer for every dog parent. What should you do when your dog is scared during a thunderstorm? How can you make clipping their nails less miserable? When do they like to eat? What can’t you feed them? Endless questions, expert-certified answers. Thoughtfully divided into chapters that focus on a specific aspect of care, from sleeping to grooming and beyond, these tips and tricks are applicable to any breed of dog. By the last page, every dog owner will better understand what their dog might be feeling—and how to best assist, using your enviable opposable thumbs.

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Book Synopsis'The book of the year. THE book on dogs. And people.' Andrew Dickens, Newstalk ZBMike White began walking his SPCA-rescue huntaway, Cooper, at Wellington's dog parks ten years ago, and since then has become part of a remarkable community of people and their pets.Written with wit, wisdom and heartbreaking poignancy, How to Walk a Dog is a story anyone who has ever owned or loved a dog will relate to. You will laugh, you will cry, and you will learn some of the secrets of living with a dog.Illustrated with drawings from acclaimed cartoonist Sharon Murdoch.Trade ReviewMike White, for decades one of the country's most persuasive journalists, makes a case here as irrefutable as it is moving: throw a stick, make a dog happy, be a better person. He has convinced me. -- Vincent O'SullivanThis wryly affectionate portrait of dogs and their people is a tail-thumpingly delightful read. -- Jane CliftonSo charming and funny and sincere - this is dog lit at its best. -- Steve BrauniasTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. The names we give them 2. The people we meet with them 3. The places we walk them 4. The dogs we meet with them 5. The ways we train them 6. The heartache they cause us 7. The ways we play with them 8. The ways they shame us 9. The jobs we give them10. The ways we say goodbye to them

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Book Synopsis20 notecards with envelopes featuring artwork from The Book of Dog Poems illustrated by Sarah Maycock. Features the canine companions inspired by the poems of William Wordsworth, Rudyard Kipling, Emily Dickinson and Thomas Hardy among others, alongside short quotations from the works on the back. Beautifully packaged in a presentation box. The cards are blank inside for your personal message.

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Book SynopsisYou can often tell how healthy a dog is by coat appearance. Grooming your dog regularly offers clues to her health: It nips potential health problems, like allergies, poor nutrition, parasites, or diseases, in the bud, or at least gives you some early warning about them. Grooming also makes your dog (and you) comfortable socializing. And it stops the spread of dirt, fleas, and germs. And you can groom your dog at home, without the expense and hassle of a professional groomer. But perhaps the biggest benefit to grooming your dog yourself is strengthening your bond with her. It can be a fun time to share, and it helps build trust. DIY Dog Grooming, From Puppy Cuts to Best in Show will show you how to take the best care of your dog, regardless of breed, temperament, or age. Practical step-by-step photos will take you through everything you need to know to bathe and trim your dog, plus care for her nails, ears, teeth, and more. Learn how to train her to relax and enjoy grooming.

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Book SynopsisThis hilarious and heartfelt gift book is the perfect guide to the many reasons why your dog thinks you are a hero Owning a dog is to have a four-legged best friend who worships your every move. Each time you walk through the door, you become the centre of their universe, and their love for you is only matched by their love of scoffing sausages and chasing cats. As their amazing owner, you know what it takes to care for them, but allow this book to show how much it means to your furry friend. Filled with witty original illustrations, this book explains the curious reasons behind all your dog's goofy looks and behaviours. Discover what your dog is saying through their barks and tail wags, and why they think you're the best.Whether you're leaving enough room for them on the sofa, taking them for walkies or always bringing them treats, you really are the hero in their big puppy-dog eyes.

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Book Synopsis Following the success of A Dog a Day (Pavilion, 2017), Sally Muir returns with a collection of new, but crucially old, faces. Several years ago Sally Muir began a Facebook project, posting dog art daily, which became the best-selling book A Dog A Day. Through the project she was introduced to endless people and their dogs, and the distinct personalities and complex emotions that owners attribute to them. More recently, Sally's project changed focus and she asked the public to send in photographs of their old dogs. Featuring grey muzzles, milky eyes and wobbly legs, as well as tender anecdotes picked up from a whole lifetime of companionship, Sally Muir’s paintings of our more senior canines are collected here for the first time. Sally Muir is well known for her portrayal of dogs, with Elderly Dog featuring in the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in 2018 and Hound following up in the Summer Exhibition in 2019. The popularity of Elderly Dog has fuelled Sally's desire to continue to paint older dogs, and celebrate the ageing process of our favourite pets in grace and style. From loose sketches and lithographs to potato prints and oil paintings, Old Dogs includes a range of mediums that Sally has become known for, and embraces dogs of all shapes and sizes: big, small, pedigree and cross breed.Trade Review'Muir’s dog portraiture ... demonstrates the artist’s technical range and her keen understanding of essential doggishness. ... Muir’s mastery of the expressive capacity of the canine eye in particular makes these paintings live and pant.' -- Claudia Massie * The Spectator *

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Book SynopsisVery few dog trainers have not been influenced by Dr. Ian Dunbar''s dog-friendly philosophy. In the 1970s, Dr. Dunbar sparked a dramatic shift in dog training — away from leash corrections and drill-sergeant adult dog classes based on competitive obedience and toward a positive approach using toys, treats, and games as rewards for teaching basic manners, preventing behavior problems, and modifying temperament. Before Dr. Dunbar there were no classes for puppies, very few family dog classes, and not much fun in dog training. His positive approach to training revolutionized the field, especially in training puppies.Now in Before and After Getting Your Puppy Dr. Dunbar combines his two popular puppy-training manuals into one indexed value-priced hardcover edition. In clear steps, with helpful photos and easy-to-follow training deadlines, he presents a structured yet playful and humorous plan for raising a wonderful dog. Dr. Dunbar’s guide is based around six developmental deadlines: completing your education and preparation, assessing a puppy’s prior socialization and education, teaching errorless housetraining and chewtoy-training, completing a socialization program of meeting strange dogs and people, etc.

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Book SynopsisDean Koontz's first ever nonfiction book, the deeply moving story of his life with his good dog TrixieDean Koontz is known for exploring the dark side of human nature in his fiction. But his softer, playful side comes out when he talks about his beloved dog, Trixie, a golden retriever.Trixie had a special place in Dean''s heart. And now, in this, his first non-fiction book, Dean opens his heart to his readers to give us memories of Trixie, of the glorious dog who changed him and changed his life.There''s everything in this memoir: adventure, mischief, emotion, and sadness too. Dean will talk with joy about the many gifts Trixie gave him and the lessons she taught and he''ll talk with sadness at losing his beloved pet.The loss of a dog is a heartbreak that''s been experienced by a great many people, and Dean''s delving into that loss is a powerful part of this book, and a cathartic experience for those of us who have loved and lost an animal companion.Trixie had a big little life and Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR DEAN KOONTZ’S NOVELS: 'Dean Koontz is not just a master of our darkest dreams, but also a literary juggler' The Times ‘Dean Koontz straddles the genres, and pretty successfully, too … Odd Thomas is certainly a page-turner – this is a read-at-a-sitting novel – with a terrific final twist’ The Observer ‘Psychologically complex, masterly and satisfying’ The New York Times 'Near Dickensian powers of description.' Los Angeles Times

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Book SynopsisA professional kitten-rescuer shows us how to save the most vulnerable (and adorable) newborn kitties.

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Book SynopsisWe all want our dogs to live pain-free, and we all want ways to connect with them. The Masterson Method® is an interactive approach to animal bodywork that follows and uses responses of the animal to your touch to find and release tension in areas of his body that affect: - His ability to get around. - His physical and mental well-being. - The quality of and length of his life. - His connection with you and other humans and animals. A lifelong horse person, Jim Masterson developed his method for the purpose of releasing tension and improving movement in the performance horse. An interesting benefit was that it led to improved communication and trust, and a better overall relationship with the horse. Since dogs go with horses “like peanut butter and jelly,” Jim says, it was only natural that he began to use his bodywork on canines, too. The techniques used in the Masterson Method rely on reading and following the subtle changes in the dog's body language as you work with him. Once you learn to read his body language, you will be “on the same page” and communication is established. Your dog recognizes that you understand what his body language is saying, that there is no threat to his well-being, and that he feels better when you work with him. In these pages you will learn the steps to incorporating the Masterson Method in your dog's life, bringing happiness to both of you. The Masterson Method is practical, easy to use, and results oriented. You see the results in the dog's responses during the bodywork, and in his behavior, comfort, and movement afterward. Beyond Dog Massage is the ideal instructional guide for all those seeking a better quality of life for and deeper connection with their dogs.

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated guide to whippets, forming part of a new series and packed with tips and tricks to keep your furry friends happy. There are many things to consider when you become a dog owner. How often should I walk them? How much training will they need? What is poisonous to my pet? Should I trust those doe eyes? This playful and informative book takes a fresh look at the wonderful world of whippets and explains everything you need to know about this energetic breed while celebrating their gentle personalities. Breed character, reasons to own a whippet and likes and dislikes are covered along with advice on training, grooming, diet and health. Illustrated by Meredith Jensen and packed with adorable photographs of beloved pets, dog lovers will adore this playful celebration of whippets.

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Book SynopsisAn informative and practical guide to cooking healthy, nutritious meals for dogsTrade Review"The ultimate guide to weening your dog off commercial foods and toward a healthier diet."—Cool Hunting"Feed Me is an illustrated cookbook with 50 easy-to-follow, nutritious and appetizing meals designed specifically for man's best friend. We're talking the likes of seared beef with carrot risotto, and pasta with soybeans and crispy apple, so yeah, we'd probably buy extra and just cook ourselves the same thing for dinner."—Cool Material"As you might expect, and hope if you're planning to buy Feed Me as a gift for a pet lover, the cookbook also has adorable dog illustrations, courtesy of Kevin Waldron."—Dude"The canine cookbook features a number of premium recipes for owners to prepare that are all focused on natural ingredients that are free from additives to ensure optimal health."—Trend Hunter"...Takes pet food to gourmet heights... It's perfect for dog parents who believe that even their canines are what they eat."—The Globe and Mail"Guys, it's all about cooking meaty rice timbale with pumpkin or turkey and ricotta quenelles for your pooch now."—The Sunday Times, Style"A handsome book, printed on heavy stock and filled with adorable line drawings of dogs. It's also full of detailed advice about why it's better to cook for your dog than to feed them store-bought food and how to navigate the transition from kibbles to home-cooked meals."—The Takeout"Publisher Phaidon is a rare gem for lovers of visual arts... We follow their Instagram (and so should you!) and spotted two gorgeous books you really need to know about. Feed Me is a beautifully illustrated book with 50 home cooked meals for your dog while Pet-tecture features 288 pages of architecture for pets created by the biggest names in global architecture."—makethemroar.com"Diligent dog owner that I am, I read all of the preamble first, which explains the value of home cooked meals, what foods should go into a healthy dog diet, and how to prepare, cook, serve and store the meals. This saved me a lot of time in understanding the recipes and helped to mitigate my surprise that foods like pasta and rice featured so heavily. I essentially live off both of these during times when midweek meals have to be cobbled together, so it was great to see that Mahler could do the same... I was relieved that, at seven items, the ingredients list was mercifully short. If you're going to make these meals regularly, as the author suggests, it's critical that the shopping and organisation is sustainable... It smelled pretty delicious and Mahler, who usually doesn't fuss at all when I cook, took up residence at my feet... The transition from his previous meals was smooth. He had plenty of energy for chasing squirrels and his digestion was great."—StyleDetails.com"Full of tasty inspiration to make cooking from scratch an affordable, tasty alternative to shop bought dog-food... The sweet illustrations by Kevin Waldron are a treat for the eyes, too."—People's Friend"Takes the fear out of navigating the world of dog food dos and don'ts... Whether your dog is already happy and healthy, or it needs a more specialised diet to feel tip-top, these 50 recipes allow you to create bespoke meals for your own dogs needs. There're also helpful meal plans tailored for dogs of every age, breed, weight and activeness. If that wasn't enough, each meal has a nutritional breakdown, so you know exactly what you're feeding Fido. Keep the window open when you cook, and don't be surprised if you have dogs howling from all down the street. This is definitely a dog's dinner to be enjoyed."—FourAndSons.com

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Book SynopsisSheila Hocken is a writer and canine specialist, best known for her book Emma & I. Sheila was born in Beeston, Nottingham, in 1946, and lives near Nottingham today. Sheila is actively involved in the canine world as a dog trainer. Her website is www.sheila-hocken-dog-training.com.Trade ReviewA delightful and courageous autobiography ... will move you to tears * Sunday Express *I confess to having a large lump in my throat as I read Sheila Hocken's story. Touching and joyful * Daily Mirror *The year's most poignant true story * Woman's Own *One of the most poignant works I have ever read. It is a beautiful book * Liverpool Echo *

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Book SynopsisPippa Mattinson, dog-training specialist, tells you everything you need to know about training and caring for your new puppy. From preparing the house and garden before the puppy arrives, to introducing your new friend to all the family (including children and other animals), and solving problems like crying, night waking, feeding, upset stomachs, biting, chewing and jumping up, this book is packed with all you need to know as a puppy owner.

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Book SynopsisDogopolis suggests a surprising source of urban innovation in the history of three major cities: human-canine relationships.Trade Review"Dogopolis is a beautifully presented book with an evocative historical voice and great confidence and flair. It is also a lot of fun to read. Pearson offers a treasure trove of details about the shared lives of humans and dogs across three rapidly urbanizing cities that epitomized urban modernity, and deals with themes at the heart of urban history in his examination of the public and private spaces; class, gender, and race relationships; and public health and disease."-- "Neil Pemberton, Manchester University"Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Straying 2 Biting 3 Suffering 4 Thinking 5 Defecating Coda Acknowledgments Appendix: Reflections on Animals, History, and Emotions Chronology Notes Index

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Book Synopsis''A little gem of a book'' Brendan O''ConnorTom Inglis and his Wheaten terrier Pepe have lived together for eighteen years: countless days of walks and play and the odd bit of chaos. Now, though, they are both getting old. To Love a Dog tells the story of Tom''s life with Pepe, and looks at the ancient connection between humans and dogs. It explores why we take on the hassle of caring for these pet animals who rely on us so completely, who can create mess and upset in our lives, and who will probably die before us, leaving us behind to grieve. This is a book for everyone who has ever loved a dog.Trade ReviewA little gem of a bookQuietly devastating ... A touching testament to the relationship between one man and his dog * Business Post *Beautiful ... I heartily recommend it to anybody, whether you have a dog or whether you don't -- John Toal * BBC Radio Ulster *It's a brilliant book ... And I can recommend it really highly -- Pat Kenny * Newstalk *Masterly ... it uses its subject to explore more than meets the eye * Dublin Review of Books *

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Book SynopsisAn authoritative guide on the special needs of these retirees. Is there life after retirement? Absolutely, for these lucky dogs. More than 18,000 Greyhounds are adopted every year. This handy reference puts you on the fast track to finding an adoption group, selecting the right dog, and more. OffersTable of ContentsIntroduction. PART I: Getting to Know Greyhounds. Chapter 1: The History of Greyhounds. Chapter 2: Retired Racing Greyhounds 101: The Basics of the Breed. PART II: Finding Your Soul Mate. Chapter 3: Determing Whether a Retired Racing Greyhound Is Right for You. Chapter 4: Getting Ready to Adopt a Retired Racer. Chapter 5: Welcoming a Retired Racer into Your Family. PART III: Training Your Greyhound for Life after the Racetrack. Chapter 6: Living with a Retired Racing Greyhound. Chapter 7: Learning to Speak Dog. Chapter 8: Elbows off the Table!: Teaching Your Greyhound Basic Household Etiquette. Chapter 9: More Training: Adding Multitask Behaviors. Chapter 10: Dealing with Behavioral Problems. Chapter 11: Helping the Fearful Dog Stand on His Own Four Feet. PART IV: Keeping Your Retired Racing Greyhound Healthy. Chapter 12: Feeding Your Greyhound. Chapter 13: Grooming Your Dog. Chapter 14: Preventing Health Problems. Chapter 15: Avoiding Emergencies. Chapter 16: Knowing What to Do When Your Retired Racer Gets Sick. PART V: The Part of Tens. Chapter 17: Ten Reasons to Adopt a Retired Racer. Chapter 18: Ten Things to Do Before You Bring Home a Retired Racer. Chapter 19: Ten Rules for Training a Retired Racer. Chapter 20: Ten Fun Things to Do with Your Hound. Appendix A: The NGA Pet Certificate. Appendix B: Resources. Index. Book Registration Information.

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Book SynopsisAn intimate celebration of British country life with all the hallmarks of how design and dogs are as intertwined as roses and Wellingtons. This dreamy look into some of the most beautiful country homes and gardens in England, lived in by many of Britain's brightest design stars and their dogs, is brimming with inspirations.At Home in the English Countryside showcases a mix of glamorously bohemian and casually aristocratic country homes captured in original photography and lively text. Presented are the striking and chic houses of several of Great Britain's top international designers, from Paolo Moschino and Kit Kemp to Anouska Hempel and Veere Grenney. Beloved canines of several sizes and breeds, among them whippets, Labrador Retrievers, lurchers, Cavalier Kin Charles spaniels, and Jack Russell terriers, are shown in their picturesque homes and gardens of fragrant flowers.The designers offer ideas on how to live stylishly with their dogs. Seen are dog colTrade Review"Though Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergleyen’s French bulldog Jack, who graces the cover of Susanna Salk’s At Home in the English Countryside: Designers and their Dogs, would not be my choice for a canine companion (too precious), the pooch does illustrate the thesis of the book, namely that dogs have the ability to tie a room together in a way that a Ming vase can’t quite. Through seventeen chapters, each featuring a famed British interior designer and his or her dogs—from Labradors to lurchers, Jack Russells to jaunty spaniels—Salk demonstrates how both canine art, and the dogs themselves, can alleviate the frightful grandeur of certain country homes, humanizing us in the process." —NEW CRITERION"Much to our delight, Salk is back with a follow-up that is sure to have Anglophiles and their canine compatriots drooling. For At Home in the English Countryside: Designers and Their Dogs, out last week from Rizzoli, the author set out with photographer Stacey Bewkes on a road trip through rural England to visit 19 designers, their sprawling estates, and their resident pups. The residences—which range from stately Queen Anne mansions to Tudor farmhouses—are escapist treats on their own, of course, but they are made even more delightful by the four-legged friends who animate their well-appointed interiors. The book captures scenes of levity and grandeur: leggy whippets lounging on chintz cushions; a dachshund trotting down a hornbeam tunnel; a pug posing on a vintage Persian runner. Here, we present a few of our favorite tableaux." —ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST "Celebrating British country life, At Home in the English Countryside: Designers and Their Dogs (Rizzoli; $50) offers charming design ideas on how to live stylishly with canine companions. From rose bushes to Retrievers and antique porcelain to Cavalier King Charles spaniels, some of Great Britain’s best—like Paolo Moschino and Kit Kemp—take readers on romps all around their dog-friendly abodes." —ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES "You will see that even the most elegant, stylish, and well-appointed house is nothing but a shell without its inhabitants, especially the canine kind. At Home in the English Countryside features over 200 pages of beautiful images offering readers a personal, guided tour into some of England’s most spectacular homes and grounds. While we’re all grounded and sheltering in place in our homes, there’s never been a better time to get lost in a gorgeous book such as this." —THE ENTERTAINING HOUSE

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Book SynopsisDog Economics provides an application of economic concepts to human-dog relationships that is accessible to a general audience with little, or even no, prior training in economics. People who keep dogs as well as scholars who do dog-related research will find that the book offers interesting new perspectives.Trade Review'An engaging book that innovatively applies economics to understanding human interactions with dogs. In a time when bridging species boundaries is critical for a deep appreciation of contemporary life, Dog Economics offers thought-provoking insights into government and business connections to animal policy issues, from canine healthcare to working dogs.' Jerry Mitchell, Professor of Public Policy, Baruch College, The City University of New York'Weimer and Vining illustrate the rich insights that economic theory can provide about our relationships with dogs. This approach does not lead them to promote an inhumane perspective that reduces dogs to expendable commodities. Instead, they illustrate how the application of economic theory can improve the lives of both humans and dogs, by helping us appreciate what dogs bring to the table and helping us design policies that could promote their wellbeing.' Stéphane Lavertu, Professor of Public Policy, John Glenn College of Public Affairs, The Ohio State University'Dog Economics provides a long overdue examination of the economics surrounding pet ownership. Weimer and Vining present what is by far the most comprehensive and insightful analysis into the economic aspects of every decision impacting the lives and well-being of dogs. Pet owners will appreciate the accessibility with which the book provides valuable insights that are of practical relevance.' W. Kip Viscusi, University Distinguished Professor of Law, Economics, and Management, Vanderbilt UniversityTable of Contents1. Dogonomics: Homo Economicus versus Canem Amans; 2. Chasing the Tale: Origins of the Human – Dog Relationship; 3. Love Me, Love My Dog: The Demand for Dogs; 4. How Much Is That Doggy in the Window? Supply, Information Asymmetry and Negative Externality in the Dog Market; 5. You Bet Your (Dog's) Life: The Value of a Statistical Dog Life (VSDL); 6. A Doggone Shame: Hard Decisions about Euthanasia and Dogs' Lives; 7. Working for the Man: Canine Occupations; 8. Dogonomics: Past, Present, and Future.

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Book SynopsisA truly wonderful and fun Milestones Book which will encourage you to produce memorable photos of your pooch. A Must Have!

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Book SynopsisA truly wonderful and fun Milestones Book which will encourage you to produce memorable photos of your pooch. A Must Have!

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Book SynopsisA truly wonderful and fun Milestones Book which will encourage you to produce memorable photos of your pooch. A Must Have!

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Book SynopsisA truly wonderful and fun Milestones Book which will encourage you to produce memorable photos of your pooch. A Must Have!

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Book SynopsisA truly wonderful and fun Milestones Book which will encourage you to produce memorable photos of your pooch. A Must Have!

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