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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 SynopsisOur understanding of how dogs think is littered with common misconceptions about the extent of their intellect and how they make sense of the world around them. How Dogs Think unravels the mystery of what a dog can understand and how much dogs can learn. World-renowned dog expert Stanley Coren explores the thought processes of dogs, describes how dogs solve problems, explains the depths and limits of their thinking and examines the kind of concepts which dogs can and cannot deal with. Along with practical advice for people who want to improve their dog''s learning ability and working intelligence, How Dogs Think will answer such questions as: Do dogs have a notion of time? To what extent do dogs understand what you say? How sharp are their senses? What do they see and hear? Do dogs have a sense of music, humour, empathy, guilt or love? Do they learn by observation the way that people do? How much can they remember? Do dogs have ESP or the ability to predict earthquakes, and is it true

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Book SynopsisThe story of the thoroughly Victorian origins of dog breeds. For centuries, different types of dogs were bred around the world for work, sport, or companionship. But it was not until Victorian times that breeders started to produce discrete, differentiated, standardized breeds. In The Invention of the Modern Dog, Michael Worboys, Julie-Marie Strange, and Neil Pemberton explore when, where, why, and how Victorians invented the modern way of ordering and breeding dogs. Though talk of breed was common before this period in the context of livestock, the modern idea of a dog breed defined in terms of shape, size, coat, and color arose during the Victorian period in response to a burgeoning competitive dog show culture. The authors explain how breeders, exhibitors, and showmen borrowed ideas of inheritance and pure blood, as well as breeding practices of livestock, horse, poultry and other fancy breeders, and applied them to a species that was long thought about solely in terms of work andTrade ReviewCharles Darwin, Charles Dickens and P. T. Barnum walk into a pub . . . a classic comic set-up that can only lead to one punch line: The Invention of the Modern Dog. This chronicle—by science historians Michael Worboys and Neil Pemberton and historian Julie-Marie Strange—charts the confluence of biology, class, and popular entertainment that resulted in an unprecedented burst of nineteenth-century canine breeding. That tumult, they argue, stares out at us today from the eyes of our dogs.—NatureReveals how the Victorians invented the modern way of ordering and breeding man's best friend.—The Sunday PostIn The Invention of the Modern Dog, the authors show how our modern attitudes to breeds have been shaped by Victorian cultural ideals. The book makes for a fascinating read for anyone interested in the origins of today's dog breeds.—Pets MagazineWorboys, Strange and Pemberton have produced a magnificent book . . . a wonderfully lively text that traces the sources of our own obsession with doggy design and offers a gentle warning about what is at stake when we fiddle too far.—The GuardianHighly entertaining and plentifully illustrated.—Times Literary SupplementTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroduction Part I. 1800-1873Chapter 1. Before Breed, 1800-1860 Chapter 2. Adopting Breed, 1860-1867 Chapter 3. Showing Breed, 1867-1874 Part II. 1873-1901Chapter 4. Governing Breed Chapter 5. Improving Breed I: Experience Chapter 6. Improving Breed II: Science Chapter 7. Whither Breed Conclusion. The Present in the Past Notes Index Color plates appear following page XX

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Book SynopsisFull of incredible canine capers, tales of doggy derring-do, and plenty of puppy facts, this dog-o-pedia is essential reading for dog lovers everywhere! You'll learn tantalizing trivia and tidbits about all sorts of dogs, breeds, characters, and more! Find out the answers to these questions: Who are the most famous dog trainers in Hollywood, having trained Lassie, Toto, and Old Yeller, among many others? What is the name of Yale’s bulldog mascot? Where does the proverb, “The best thing about a man is his dog,” come from? When did Laika (or Muttnik as she was known in the U.S.) become the first dog to be shot into orbit? Why did Drew Barrymore deed her house to her Labrador Flossie? How do dogs detect cancer in humans?

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Book SynopsisWith his signature hands-on style, Mike Loades experiences what it is like to handle various dogs engaged in their traditional tasks. These adventures take him to the Jordanian desert, where he shares the saddle of his camel with a Saluki and to the green hills of Wales, where he works cattle with a Corgi. He mushes Huskies in Alaska, drives carriages with Dalmatians and flies falcons with spaniels. Each encounter not only highlights the bond between humans and dogs, it also frames that connection in its historical context. Different types of dogs appear the way they do because, at some stage in their development, they were bred selectively for a specialist job. The author takes key types on a walk through history. Along the way he explores the methods and practices of their original occupations. He delves into when, where and why they were first bred as the types we recognize today. The fascinating and engaging text is supported by over 250 stunning colour photographs of dogs in action. It results in an illuminating journey through many cultures and time periods. This book is a personal and heartfelt tribute to the enduring partnership between humans and dogs.

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about one of the world’s most versatile working dogs Anyone who owns or works with Labrador Retrievers knows they are a special breed. Originally bred as a hunting dog in the nineteenth century, the Labrador Retriever is renowned for its intelligence, gentle ways, and adaptability. The same traits that allow the Labrador Retriever to excel as a hunting dog make it a versatile working dog. Its friendly disposition makes it one of the most popular family pets as well. Expert trainers Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak take you on a deep dive into the origins and history of the breed before exploring the traits and characteristics that distinguish it. Then, they provide training basics for the Labrador Retriever to get you started, and they examine the wide range of service and detection tasks the dog is ideally suited for. If you work with a Labrador Retriever or want to start working with one, this book offers a valuable guide to the many possibilities this breed offers.

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Book SynopsisBe prepared to fall in love with your dog all over again as you read these heartwarming stories of pet parenthood, and the unconditional love, companionship and amusement our dogs provide. How do dogs do it? They brighten our days, act as our therapists, and become our best friends—without saying one word. They’re frequently hilarious, often heroic, and surprisingly human. And we learn so much from them, too. You’ll find yourself laughing a lot, tearing up at times, and nodding your head in recognition as you read these tales, chosen from Chicken Soup for the Soul’s library, about the magical experience of sharing life with a dog. From comical to courageous, mischievous to miraculous, and everything in between, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of entertaining stories in these ten chapters: • Meant to Be • Miracles Happen • My Very Good, Very Bad Dog • Who Rescued Whom? • What I Learned from th

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Book SynopsisFrom the #1 New York TImes bestselling author of The Dog Lived (And So WIll I) comes a tale of love and devotion defying all the oddsAfter losing her beloved beagle Daphne to lymphoma, author Teresa Rhyne launches herself into fostering other dogs in need, including Poppy, a small, frightened beagle rescued from the China dog meat trade. The elation of rescue quickly turns to hysteria when Poppy breaks free from a potential adopter during a torrential thunderstorm and disappears into a rugged, mountainous, 1,500 acre wilderness park, bordered by a busy road. In the quest to find Poppy, Teresa will work with rescue specialists, volunteers, psychics, a Native American who communes with owls, helpful neighbors, decidedly unhelpful strangers, a howling woman, the police, crushing dead ends, glimmers of hope, and her own emotional and physical limits as she sits in the wind and rain in the wilderness park for hours each dusk and dawn with bags of roasted chicken and her dirty socks, the human lure for a terrified beagle and packs of less terrified coyotes. Meanwhile, Poppy encounters heavy rains, a homeless encampment, the Sheriff and his wife, a series of strangers, speeding traffic, hawks, and, ultimately, a world of people willing to do anything to protect rather than harm her. Through an unexpected late night encounter, Poppy is finally caught. After her time in the wild, a surprisingly transformed Poppy reunites with Teresa. Now newly confident and brave Poppy is ready to be welcomed into her forever home.Trade Review“Teresa J. Rhyne is the best kind of person, a dog person. In this beautiful, honestly told memoir, she leads us through an adventure that will inspire any dog lover. A life-affirming read, or as any dog would say if they could speak, ‘a real treat!’" -- W. Bruce Cameron, #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose"Teresa Rhyne's books about dogs always leave the heart feeling warm, but this one also leaves the soul feeling especially full. Poppy in the Wild is about far more than the usual bond between a person and a pup. It's ultimately a lesson in the true meaning of the word commitment, and a story about the very best of humanity in a time of crisis." -- Kim Kavin, author of THE DOG MERCHANTS"If I come back in another life, I want to return as one of Teresa Rhyne's beloved beagles so I can bask in her love and devotion and dedication. This is a love story first and foremost, but it's also an invaluable resource about waht to do (and what not to do) if your four-legged companion goes missing." -- Peter Zheutlin, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of RESCUE ROAD and THE DOG WENT OVER THE MOUNTAIN"Delightful. Teresa's writing is imbued with humor. Poppy in the Wild is a wonderful, heartwarming read. You will love meeting Teresa and will want to take her out for a drink. Maybe you will even want to adopt a beagle. But, as she points out, there are countless dogs and cats in need of foster homes and adoptive families. There’s even one waiting for a home near you." -- Pamela Kramer * Book Reporter *"A heartfelt story that highlights the powerful bond that can exist between humans and animals, while reminding readers how emotinoally rewarding the self-less act of rescuing dogs from shelters and other bad circumstances can be." -- Joel McGee, Former Animal Planet Development Executive and Executive Producer of the CBS TV Show, "Lucky Dog""For anyone who loves dogs as much as Rhyne and thinks sharing a bed with a beagle is heaven, this often tender story will hold great appeal...A highly detailed account that will be most appreciated by those who enjoyed Rhyne’s first two books." * Kirkus Reviews *"Rhyne is a quirky narrator and an overwhelming passion for dogs, especially beagles. As she records Poppy’s adventures, she also shares valuable information on finding lost pets. Dog lovers will root for this tiny beagle and her devoted seeker." * Booklist *"Poppy will have you laughing out loud.” * Cellar Door Books *

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Book SynopsisCapture and treasure early moments with your new dog forever. 'The journey of life is sweeter when travelled with a dog' From the first magical walk in the park together, to your pooch’s hilarious misadventures and mishaps, this book offers you prompts and cues to record that first wonderful year together, whether you have just welcomed a new puppy into your home or adopted an older dog. This journal also provides info on how to prepare for their arrival, as well as handy tips for training and fun activities you and your dog can do together to build trust. In words and pictures, you can document how your dog settles in, how they respond to the dreaded B-A-T-H, their favourite food and treats, the journeys you take together and their birthday, among many other precious memories that you won’t want to forget. Something you can cherish forever, My Dog’s First Year is an invaluable record of your early days with your new best friend.*Please note: this book is for life, not just for Christmas*

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Book SynopsisKac Young never imagined that after a lifetime as a 'cat person' she would fall in love with, and adopt, a tiny rescue dog called Talulah. She loved other people's dogs, but "I never had time and they smell funny, lick your makeup off and pee on your new shoes." All that changed when she met Talulah during a trip out with friends and just had to take her home to a house in the forest in California, shared with her partner and six cats and visited by deer, squirrels and skunks. The stories of life as a first-time adopter describe Kac's progression from slightly shell-shocked beginner to savvy, adoring dog guardian.Right from the start, Kac consulted behaviourist Lisa Tenzin-Dolma on all things dog-related, and Lisa's observations and guidance on a wide range of subjects follow Kac's stories, so that those with little experience of living with a dog can get started on the right foot and paw and build a loving, trusting relationship.Entertaining and informative, this book will appeal to both new and seasoned dog guardians.Trade ReviewVery well written paperback basically about a cat lady acquiring a dog! Written by mac Young, whose steep learning curve consisted of becoming a good doggy Mom to Talulah, a small rescue dog. The book takes the reader through rescue centres and how to find the right dog for you, this is achieved in a super true story form in how Talulah settles in and necessities such as toilet training, travel, feeding, other pets... in this case six cats! Chapters follow with Talulah making appearances in photos throughout. I love the last paragraph as I think it is so important. 'Have fun with your dogs, and make the most of every moment. Drink in his love and devotion and offer the same in return.' I think sometimes our daily lives take over and we forget our most devoted friends have such a short time with us. Both entertaining and informative, this book is totally delightful and a wonderful read for dog owners new and old. Full of information and beautiful photos and a true story shared. - Dog Training Weekly. When Kac Young adopted a rescue dog called Talulah she consulted Lisa Tenzin-Dolma on all things dog-related. Lisas observations and guidance make an entertaining and informative book that will appeal to both new and seasoned dog guardians. The result, The Supposedly Enlightened Person's Guide To Raising A Dog is a beautifully illustrated book that makes an ideal gift for dog households. - Driving With Dogs. Talulah's soulful gaze begs you to add her to your shopping cart for the tale of a lifetime. Buy and enjoy an uplifting read about learning to love a dog and learning to earn a dog's love too! Marc Bekoffs forward to The Supposedly Enlightened Persons Guide To Raising A Dog is an enduring endorsement of the pioneering work of Hubble & Hattie in publishing books written by ethical guardians of other species. Behind this superbly illustrated saga shines a beautifully bright light that will never be extinguished. Kac Youngs gentle self0deprecating humour permeates this book and offers comfort and wisdom to the newbie dog guardian. Kac shares her aspirations as an adoptive guardian in a heartwarming read. She embraces her new role with humility, a willingness to learn and a heart full of unconditional love. Lisas generous advice is also compressed into easy to follow dot point summaries. The Supposedly Enlightened Person Guide To Raising A Dog is irresistible. Pick up Talulah today!- Geelong Obedience Dog Club. This soft backed book of some 128 pages and over 20 chapters I have read at least three times before commencing this review and, as someone who has been involved in the subject for a lifetime, learned something new each time I read it. I found it fascinating and am convinced that anyone, irrespective of experience, has a new dog, no matter whether puppy of adult, will find it an extremely helpful guide. I found each chapter- no matter how short- interesting and instructive. I was learning without realising it! I am convinced that anyone who acquires a new dog, mongrel or pedigree, will benefit from these chapters whatever the reader's experience. I am sure it is not a book that will be lest gathering dust on the shelf but will be referred to time and time again. Buy it, read it and be educated and entertained. Whatever your experience I am sure you will not regret the decision. - Trevor Turner. Kac Young never imagined that after a lifetime as a 'cat person' she would fall in love with, and adopt, a tiny rescue dog called Talulah. She loved other people's dogs, but never had the time ... All that changed when she met Talulah during a trip out with friends and just had to take her home to a house in the forest in California, shared with her partner and six cats and visited by deer, squirrels and skunks. The stories of life as a first-time adopter describe Kac's progression from slightly shell-shocked beginner to savvy, adoring dog guardian. Right from the start, Kac consulted behaviourist Lisa Tenzin-Dolma on all things dog-related, and Lisa's observations and guidance on a wide range of subjects follow Kac's stories, so that those with little experience of living with a dog can get started on the right foot and paw and build a loving, trusting relationship. Entertaining and informative, this book will appeal to both new and seasoned dog guardians. - Australian Dog Lover. An engaging, entertain, and informative read from cover to cover, "The Supposedly Enlightened Person's Guide to Raising a Dog" will help anyone with a new canine companion of their own to start off on the right foot with a new dog, or get reacquainted with a longtime canine friend and companion! In addition to the reading lists of dog enthusiasts, "The Supposedly Enlightened Person's Guide to Raising a Dog" is very highly recommended for community library pet/wildlife collections. - Midwest Book Review. This charming book is a must have for any first time dog owner. It is so easy to read, honest, and packed full of brilliant advice. Unlike some dog books that just give you the information you need in a somewhat boring and sterile way, this book is created by two skilled teachers, the best kind of teachers, the teachers you don't realise are instructing you because they make it fun, a story, a journey. What they don't do is make it seem that adopting a dog or buying a puppy is easy with no drama. When bringing a dogs onto your home and life there is always adjustments to be made by both sides; it is how you manage those shifts that is important. Kac was lucky enough to have one of the best mentors I know, in Lisa's gentle, non-judgemental guidance and Talulah and Truffle thrived on Kac's compassionate approach and Lisa's common-sense instructions. It should be made compulsory for every first time dog owner to read this book. - Toni Shelbourne - Canine Behaviour Practitioner.Table of ContentsForeword by Marc Bekoff Introduction - information about Kac and Lisa, and how this book came aboutOne: How A Cat Person Became A Dog Lover and Other Miracles of Nature - how Kac came to adopt Talulah Lake, and Lisa's guidance on how to choose the right dog for youTwo: Tu-Rah-Lu-Tah-Lu-Lah: The Adoption of a Rescue - Talulah's aversion to travelling, and Lisa's guidance on how to turn this around to positive feelings. How to read body language to determine whether a dog is feeling stressed or uncomfortable.Three: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star:Potty Training a New Dog - Kac's first experience of toilet training a dog, and Lisa's guidance on how to accomplish thisFour: Girl Gone Wild: Leaving a Dog Alone - Keeping Talulah and the resident cats safely apart. Separation anxiety, and Lisa's guidance on how to alleviate thisFive: Who's Walking Who? : Excessive Pulling on the Lead - Talulah's excitement about being outdoors led to her pulling hard on the leash. Lisa's guidance on loose leash walking, recall, and socializing. How to protect your dog from unwelcome attentionSix: Talulah Goes to School: When to Take Your Dog for Training - Talulah's basic training and attendance at training classes. Lisa's guidance on how to choose a training class, and how to teach basic training at home. Seven: Big Sticks, Men and Baseball Caps: Learning What Your Dog is Afraid of - Talulah's background left her with several fears. How Kac helped her through these, and Lisa's guidance on the causes of fear, the chemistry of fear, and how to teach dogs to feel safeEight: I Love Dr. Suzy: Visits to the Veterinarian - Talulah's first visit to the veterinarian, and how this was made into a positive experience for her. Lisa's guidance on how to set up vet visits so that there is minimum anxiety, and how to help dogs who are fearful during vet visits.Nine: I'm Perfect Just as I am: Choosing a Dog Groomer - Talulah's first experience of visiting a groomer. Lisa's guidance on how to choose the right groomer and how to recognize a bad one. Guidance on diet and which foods are toxic for dogsTen: First Night at Camp: Selecting a Good Kennel - Kac's search for a good boarding facility for Talulah, and how she decided on the right one. Talulah's experience of camp. Lisa's checklist for determining where a kennels is good or undesirable, and instructions on preparing for a trip awayEleven: Now this is my Kind of Shopping Spree! By Talulah: What a Dog Really Needs and Wants to Do - Talulah's first trips to the dog park, and how Kac helped her cope with her initial fear. Lisa's dog park tips and guidance on what to look for in your dog's body language and behavior to ascertain whether she's having a good or stressful timeTwelve: Talulah and the Stinky Squirrel: Dealing with Wild Animals - Talulah's experience of being zapped by a skunk, and Lisa's tips on how to get rid of noxious smellsThirteen: A Common Candy Bar Turns Into a Designer Treat: How We Adopted A Second Dog - How Kac met and fell in love with Truffle (formerly Snickers) and adopted him. Lisa gives guidance on adopting a second dog, and getting introductions with your resident dog off to the best startFourteen: The Unintentional BFF's - Settling Truffle in, setting up routines, and the instant bond between Truffle and Talulah. Lisa gives guidance on setting up positive introductions and ensuring that both dogs are comfortable, and explains about dog emotions and the use of a reward system for all harmonious interactionsFifteen: Dog Patterns and Hurt Feelings: How a Well-meaning Human Can Hurt a Dog's Feelings - Kac describes how Talulah and Truffle formed routines and how Truffle was briefly shocked after being told off. Lisa explains why routines, if not too rigid, help foster security. She describes how hard impulse control can be for dogs and the psychological impact on dogs of our emotions and reactionsSixteen: Puppy-land and Kitty-land - Kac and Marlene decide to integrate the previously separated dogs and cats after a house move, and in a house that is still partially a building site. Lisa gives guidance on low stress moving, and on introductions between dogs and cats Seventeen: Losing Charlie - Kac and Lisa both write about their relationships with Lisa's feral dog, Charlie, and the impact he had on their lives. The tragedy of so many homeless dogs overseas, and steps that can be taken to relieve some of the sufferingEighteen: The Great Relapse - Talulah and Truffle start to toilet indoors after the house move, and Lisa's guidance on how to teach them to toilet outside againNineteen: When Your Puppy Gets Sick or Injured - Talulah's encounter with a skewer, and Truffle's bad experiences with groomers that left him in great pain. Lisa's guidance on home grooming and on caring for a sick dogTwenty: When The Student is Ready, the Teachers Appear - Kac reflects on the lessons she has learned through Talulah and Truffle. Lisa follows this by reflecting on how precious these relationships are

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Book SynopsisThere are many books that celebrate our canine friends, but few so colourfully and evocatively demonstrate the sheer enjoyment they experience just from being a dog. The photographs in this book are not about the bond between us and our canine companions, the results of dog training, or the ever-expanding canine wardrobe. Rather, the focus is on how dogs behave when they are freed from everyday constraints, and can indulge their natural instincts. The unsung heroes here are the owners, who, after ensuring that their beloved best friend would be safe, let him or her run free to interact with others for the photoshoot. The resultant images showcase pure doggie delight - as the expressions on the dogs' faces demonstrate! Whether chasing balls or other dogs, mud-bathing, swimming, or rolling, this is a joyous celebration of dogs simply enjoying themselves!Trade ReviewWow, what a wonderful book. A hardback from publisher Hubble & Hattie stuffed full of beautiful photo's of dogs playing and having fun. On every page there is a beautiful quality photo, but not a standard pet portrait, but dogs jumping into water, splashing and shaking their heads, rolling in mud and playing chase. Vibrant stunning pictures which demonstrate a dog's total commitment to having a wonderful life. Cheryl Murphy, the author, is a professional photographer and has done many formal studio shoots of people's pets in her work, but wanted to explore some natural behaviour and photograph this in an uninhibited environment. This excellent quality publication would be a superb gift for a budding pet photographer and dog lover as well. - Dog Training Weekly. Colourful and evocative photographs in this book are not about the bond between us and our canine companions, but the results of dog training, or the ever-expanding canine wardrobe. Rather, the focus of the book is on how dogs behave when they are freed rom everyday constraints, and can indulge their natural instincts. The unsung heroes here are the pet parents, who, after ensuring that their beloved best friend would be safe, let them run free to interact with others for the photoshoot. The resultant images showcase pure doggie delight - as the expressions on the dogs' faces demonstrate! Author Cheryl Murphy is a professional photographer based in Beverley, East Yorkshire and she explores photographing dogs in a natural environment, with no constraints on their behaviour. - Dogs & Pups, Cats & Kittens. The dogs in this photography book aren't posing, they're simply enjoying life. Pictured during playtime, they haven't a care in the world and this project celebrates their natural zest for life and individual personalities. Inspired by her late Golden Retriever, Tilly, photographer and author Cheryl Murphy decided to explore photographing dogs in a natural environment with no constraints on their behaviour. Having been a dog owner for many years, she's well aware of the individual traits and characteristics our pets have. This book makes for an ideal gift and coffee table read to flick through. There are plenty of pictures to giggle over, and Cheryl's dog Nellie's facial expressions are particularly hilarious. - Dogs Monthly. Thanks to the indisputable growth of Instagram and Snapchat, together with our unwavering devotion to pursuing all things cute and canine, it's difficult to pick up your smartphone without drowning in waves of Pugs in pirate outfits or Bulldogs in bikinis. And so the latest publication from ethical publishers Hubble and Hattie makes a refreshing and welcome change. The book contains 97 pages of full colour photographs, and there's not an uncomfortable animal in sight. Images of Chihuahuas in teacups have been replaced with wonderful pictures which demonstrate the natural beauty and fun-loving spirit of our canine companions. Author Cheryl Murphy, a professional photographer, was keen to capture this spirit, which is so often suppressed; how often do we truly let our dogs behave like dogs? Moreover, how often do we actually stop and appreciate the wonders of their body language and the incredible variation between breeds? In short, canine fans will enjoy 'Dogs just wanna have FUN!', a book which achieves its aim of showcasing dogs behaving naturally, free of clothes and cues, and having great fun in the process. - Grace Clarke. Brilliantly illustrated, this book is suitable for the admiring child and the most elderly adult. It captures action photographs of dogs being dogs. All shapes, sizes and types are seen having fun, thoroughly enjoying the realities of life. The photographs express the true personalities we love in this diverse species. - APDT UK. An ideal Christmas present for any dog lover that will guarantee to a frown upside down. The Kennel ClubTable of ContentsIntroduction Acknowledgements Chapter 1 Speed training- Dogs running and interacting in a game Chapter 2 Aquacise-Dogs enjoying everything watery incorporating seaside shots, rivers and streams Chapter 3 Glorious mud- Photographs showing irresistible lure of anything dirty Chapter 4 Ball games-Incorporating interaction with a dog's favourite prop, the ball Chapter 5 Poser's paradise- A selection of shots capturing dogs surveying their surroundings with natural backdrops Chapter 6 Tribute to Tilly- Photographs celebrating the life of Tilly who inspired this book idea Rogues gallery

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Book SynopsisSome people own a dog, whilst others are owned by their dogs - but either way the relationship between each is unique and special. Dogs come into our lives, bringing with them a level of devotion never before experienced . They make us laugh at their antics and funny ways, and when they leave us after a life-too-short, they break our hearts and leave our homes empty and echoing. This book is a collection of stories, photographs and illustrations that will make you laugh and cry. The stories are based on real dogs, which have been lovingly recreated by Stephanie as handmade felt models. A book that will appeal to both creative felt-makers and dog lovers alike.Trade ReviewStephanie's lifelike representations of animals, particularly dogs, have become treasured mementos to her customers. In this book, Stephanie takes a look at some of the pets that she has recreated and showcases the special bond between them and their humans. Each dog and felt replica appear alongside their backstory, retold by Stephanie in the dog's voice. Some of the stories will make you laugh; others are inspiring. It's a delightful, easy read that you can dip in and out of, and you may even decide to commission a miniature felt model of your four-legged friend. - Dogs Monthly. Heartfelt dogs appeals to all generations. Its potential is unlimited as a read-aloud. - Geelong Obedience Dog Club. As always, with these excellent publishers, the paperback has superb photography and layout, with quality pages and print. - Dog Training Weekly. Heart-felt Dogs is essentially an illustrated compendium of love stories between people and their dogs, showcasing the special bond and relationship that is not only a privilege but a blessing. Stephanie Cowburn's retelling of the stories, together with her lovingly-made felt models, demonstrate her respect for this unique relationship. Heart-felt Dogs is unreservedly and especially recommended to the attention of anyone and everyone who has a canine companion of their own. - Midwest Book Review.

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Book SynopsisWTF? THAT POOCH IS ON THE HOOCH!Dogs love a drink! When you're not looking, your four-legged friend is busy knocking them back. This book gathers the best photos of dogs getting buzzed off booze and looking pawfully pitiful the morning after. And to add to your amusement, these snaps of hedonistic and hazy hounds have been paired with hilarious captions telling us what their barking is all about. Raise a glass to these howl-raisers!

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Book SynopsisLearn the cutting-edge science of longevity and the best of integrative veterinary care to achieve a longer, happier life for your dog.Recent advances in longevity science have shed light on the causes of aging and how we can intervene to help our dogs live longer, healthier lives than ever before. America’s Favorite Veterinarian, Dr. Gary Richter, guides the reader through everything you can do to increase both life span and “health span” for your pet, from the puppy stage to geriatric and end-of-life care. You’ll understand how to make the best choices for your unique dog, using diagnostic tests, personalized diet and exercise plans, supplements, herbs, pharmaceuticals, and high-tech regenerative medicine.

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Book SynopsisMost books about dogs talk about the history of various breeds, and are filled with useful training advice, yet we learn almost nothing about how dogs think and feel. Dogs are considered to be easily trained creatures of instinct, but this attitude falls short of the mark. It doesn't take into consideration that dogs are thinking, feeling beings; individuals, just as we are, with different personalities, strengths and weaknesses, and distinct emotional lives. The aim of this book is to have dog owners get to know their companions from a different perspective, through simple routines and games that can be carried out at home. Owners will learn about - and see for themselves - the mental abilities that their dog possesses, and understand their dog.

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Book SynopsisLooking for the best dog walks in Berkshire? Then this is the book for you. Here you'll find 20 brilliant Berkshire walking routes - all hand-picked by expert walkers and tested by even-more-expert dogs. All routes have been compiled specifically to maximise off-lead time for your four-legged friend. These walks will lead you across magnificent Windsor Great Park; along the Thames path in Reading and picturesque Remenham; through ancient water meadows near Cookham; over the open rolling downland of Lambourn, discovering woods in Ufton; splashing in water at Dinton Pastures Country Park; and enjoying the Kennet and Avon canal in Hungerford and Newbury.Table of Contents1 Upper Lambourn (6 miles) 2 West Ilsley and the Ridgeway (41/2 miles) 3 Hungerford (5 miles) 4 Bagnor to Boxford (41/2 miles) 5 Newbury to Marsh Benham (6 miles) 6 Newbury to Skinners Green (21/2 miles) 7 Frilsham and the River Pang (31/2 miles) 8 Woolhampton and Midgham Park (41/2 miles) 9 Lardon Chase and the Holies (2 miles) 10 Ufton Court and Ufton Woods (4 miles) 11 Sulham (51/2 miles) 12 Reading and the River Thames (21/2 miles) 13 Swallowfield and the Blackwater Valley (41/2 miles) 14 Dinton Pastures Country Park (3 miles) 15 White Waltham and Shottesbrooke Park (3 miles) 16 Remenham and Aston (31/2 miles) 17 Wildmoor Heath, Crowthorne (4 miles) 18 Eton and the Brocas (41/2 miles) 19 Windsor Great Park (33/4 miles) 20 Cookham and the River Thames (3 miles)

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Book SynopsisThis collection of 20 tried-and-tested circular walks has been written specifically for dogs and their owners, allowing for maximum off-lead time. These routes, covering every corner of the Surrey Hills, will allow you to explore somewhere new, safe in the knowledge that the surroundings will be suitable for your dog. The hills stretch from the county border with Kent almost to Hampshire and were officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1958. Explore Leith Hill, Box Hill and the Devil's Punch Bowl as well as the extensive footpaths and tracks including the famous North Downs Way, Greensand Way and the ancient Pilgrims Way. There are many open commons and rolling hillsides, dotted with rural pubs, market towns and villages, rich in wildlife and woodland, making the Surrey Hills an ideal place to walk your dog. All the walks include details of: * Distance and terrain * Details of livestock and stiles * Recommended dog-friendly pubs and cafes * Numbered route directions * Points of interest along the way * Contact details for the nearest vets David and Hilary Staines are the authors of many popular dog walking guides, including Kent: A Dog Walker's Guide and East Sussex: A Dog Walker's Guide.Table of ContentsIntroduction Advice for Dog Walkers WALKS: 1. Abinger Hammer & Friday Street (4.5 miles / 7.2 km or 5.5 miles / 8.9 km) 2. Alfold (6 miles / 9.7 km) 3. Banstead Woods (2.5 miles / 4 km) 4. Box Hill (4.5 miles / 7.2 km) 5. Chinthurst Hill (1.5 miles / 2.4 km) 6. Devils Punch Bowl (2.5 miles / 4 km) 7. Farnham (2 miles / 4 km) 8. Newlands Corner & St Martha's Hill (4 miles / 6.4 km) 9. Holmbury Hill (2.5 miles / 4 km) 10. Leith Hill (2.5 miles / 4 km) 11. Limpsfield Chart (2.5 miles / 4 km) 12. Loseley Park (4 miles / 6.4 km) 13. Polesden Lacey (4 .5 miles / 7.2 km) 14. Ranmore (2.5 miles / 4 km) 15. Reigate & Gatton (3 miles / 4.5 km) 16. Shamley Green (5 miles / 8 km or 8 miles / 12.8 km) 17. Tatsfield (2.5 miles / 4 km) 18. Titsey (4 miles / 6.4 km) 19. Waverley Abbey (3.5 miles / 5.6 km) 20. Woldingham (3 miles / 4.5 km)

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Book SynopsisNew format edition - This imaginative and hilarious collection of colourful, humorous and meticulously-illustrated cartoons captures with great affection both the joys and frustrations of caring for these lifelong companions.

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Book SynopsisMany people believe that rescue dogs are troubled, traumatised, strays with long lasting problems. While this view may be true in some instances, the majority of dogs in rescue centres are there because their previous owners have abandoned them. Every year new homes are found for thousands of these 'rescue' dogs by dedicated charities but in order to make this re-homing a success, the new owners need considerable knowledge, patience and understanding.

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Book SynopsisIsabella Stewart Gardner was a force to be reckoned with. She routinely went toe-to-toe with major museums and titans of industry to purchase masterpieces, created a museum unlike any other, and was famous for consistently flouting the social conventions that governed women of her time. However, this book shows another side of Isabella that readers may not expect: her love of dogs. Richly illustrated with images from the collection and museum archives, this volume allows readers to meet Isabella’s favorite dogs (Kitty Wink and Patty Boy), see the litters of puppies she bred, and discover how her dogs were a comfort toward the end of her life. Usually stern in photographs, Isabella - like many people - could not help grinning when posing for photos with puppies. This enthusiasm for dogs is also evident in her correspondence. As she wrote excitedly to her art advisor Bernard Berenson: “Part of my morning’s work has been to try to induce two 9 days old fox terrier pups to open their eyes again. They did once; and then clapped them to, with a vim that seemed to say that the box they found themselves in was not the ideal they had come to this world to see!” Even the dogs of celebrities - both celebrities she knew personally, and others she admired from afar - drew her attention. This book also features some of the many photographs she collected of notable people and their dogs, like the painter Anders Zorn and his adorable pup Mouche and Caesar, the regal and loyal terrier who belonged to King Edward VII and even marched in the monarch’s funeral parade. From gathering Renaissance masterpieces to raising Fox Terriers, this book shows that Isabella approached all her tasks with enthusiasm and dedication. By learning about her love of her canine companions, this book presents a more human side of Isabella than typically on display.

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Book SynopsisThe paw-some follow up to Behind Every Great Woman is a Great Cat, Dogs are a Woman’s Best Friend showcases empowering stories of dog-loving women who changed the world.Dogs are humankind’s oldest and loyalist companions, bringing friendship, joy and comfort to the lives they touch. From Cleopatra to Michelle Obama, this inspiring book celebrates 30 women from all walks of life, including artists, writers and humanitarians, who have one thing in common - their love of dogs. Explore their stories and discover the faithful canines who have stood by their side. Along the way, readers can learn lessons for life from a dog’s perspective, discover some record-breaking dogs and take a test to find their paw-fect pooch match. Beautifully illustrated by Alissa Levy, an artist based in Germany who loves to capture female characters and animals in unusual everyday settings.Also available:Behind Every Great Woman is a

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Welcome to Sharing Our Horizon, a selection of poems and photographs from the popular blog Whippet Wisdom that capture daily moments in the Scottish Highlands with our two adopted whippets, Eivor and Pearl. Like most dogs, Eivor and Pearl love spending time in nature. They have taken us to places we had never visited before and the restorative energies of those quiet beaches, mountains and glens have played a big part in their rehabilitation. The poems and images show the beauty in each moment and the potential for the healing that spending time in nature brings. The prologue and title poem 'Sharing our Horizon' invites us to pause and see the gifts in these moments. The opening poem 'Before the Daffodils' is a distilled version of conversations and observations in and around animal rehoming shelters. It reminds us that sometimes, dogs are surrendered when people realise that simply loving a dog is not enough. A dog also deserves regular exercise, regular stimulation, socialisation and play-time. A good home provides all of this, in addition to love, food and shelter. The majority of poems are a modern take on the ancient Japanese poetry forms of haibun, haiku and tanka. Traditionally, these poems begin with quiet poetic observation and conclude with a moment of philosophical of spiritual insight. They are written in rhythm with the seasons and the fluctuations of the weather within those seasons. Like the traditional haiku poets, I would describe haiku as a way of life, a way to look and marvel at nature and see the magic in the ordinary. To me, this is very much in the spirit of how Eivor and Pearl look at the joys of the everyday and the beauty nature offers. By capturing these moments in a few words others can experience a glimpse of what we see and connect it to their own experience. For those who are interested in finding out more about the history of these Japanese poetry forms, the book offers a helpful section 'About the Poetry Forms' at the back of the book as well as a Bibliography for further reading. The overall theme of the poems and images is how rewarding adopting a rescue dog can be, how they enjoy being part of a pack and how they thrive when allowed to spend time in natural settings. The natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands is visible in the images throughout. Sixty per cent of net profits from the sale of this book will be shared with animal rehoming charities at the end of each financial year.

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Book SynopsisIncludes the story Rescued by Ruby—now on Netflix!The bestselling and beloved Godwink series returns with a charming, dog-focused collection of “joyful” (The Washington Post) stories, all of which provide plenty of hope, encouragement, and laughter. With delightfully uplifting stories and enthralling prose, DogWinks is the perfect gift for dog lovers of all backgrounds. Featuring several never-before-published and true stories about coincidences and divine intervention, DogWinks is an inspirational and entertaining book that illustrates the overwhelming power of faith and how miracles can change our lives and those of our canine companions.Trade Review"Joyful...These stories will make you want to give your pup an extra biscuit and a hug." —Washington Post

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