Domestic animals and pets Books
Forgotten Books Angora Rabbit Wool Production Classic Reprint
£17.89
Hodder & Stoughton Happy Dog Happy You
Book Synopsis , More than ever, dog ownership is on the rise as these curious and cuddly companions steal the hearts of the population. This calls for a guide that seeks to put love, happiness and encouragement at the centre of the relationship between dogs and their owners. Award-winning dog groomer Verity Hardcastle does exactly that with Happy Dog, Happy You. Incorporating facts and practical advice, Verity brings out the fun and mindfulness of dog ownership, aspects that are lacking in existing manuals and which are essential for bonding and positive wellbeing. To all dog owners - everyday life with your dog will flourish with everlasting joy!,
£16.14
Little, Brown Book Group Dogs of Courage
Book SynopsisIn Bonzo''s War, Clare Campbell told the fascinating story of what it was like for Britain''s pets when the world was at war. This time, she follows the incredible journey of the dogs who conscripted to fight for their country, with some even returning with medals for their bravery. During the most dangerous days of the Second World War, the British government set out to recruit an army of canines - a ''Guard Dog Unit''. This experimental team of brave hounds would later use their incredible sense of smell to sniff out the anti-personnel mines that barred the way to reclaiming Europe. Dog owners countrywide shed tears as they bid farewell to their beloved ''Brian'', ''Rex'', or ''Molly'' and packed them off to the War Dogs Training School to learn the skills they''d need to ''do their bit for Britain'' on the very frontiers of the Third Reich. The soldiers waiting out in the field to greet their canine counterparts were under strict instructions: do no
£10.99
Little, Brown Book Group Pet Tales
Book SynopsisThis first collection of Pet Tales, compiled by former Life editor Anne Cuthbertson, features a talking dog and a surfboarding cat, a chicken that thinks it''s human, a foul-tempered duck called Mussolini, a bear called Tina, and an escaped cornsnake who may still be at large under the floorboards.Readers will adore the cast of quirky, sympathetic, heroic and adorable characters, including Lovable Rogues, Timid Souls, Hunters and Gatherers, Escape Artists, Givers of Joy and Dearly Departed.With a foreword by the dog-lover, television presenter and adventurer Ben Fogle, this heart-warming, hilarious and at times heart-breaking book is a must for anyone who has ever loved a pet.The Pet Tales column of the Sunday Telegraph launched in 2010, giving readers the opportunity to send in their own stories and pictures. It quickly developed a devoted following with close to a thousand submissions to date.
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Headline Publishing Group Catopedia
Book SynopsisWhy do cats cry to come in and then cry to go out again? Why do they chatter silently at the window? Why can''t they be trained to fetch your slippers? Where are the most unusual places they''ve been employed as mousers? Why are there so many cat superstitions? This cat compendium educates and entertains with facts about everything from wild cat ancestry and cat physiology to cat worship and cat movie stars. We''ll investigate how cats experience the world and what they think of their human companions and explore why cats have inspired both reverence and fear throughout history. Drawing on the vast body of knowledge belonging to the world''s most famous dogs and cats home, the book contains numerous snippets that readers can dip into as well as longer essays and stories that can be enjoyed at leisure. Attractively designed, with charming photographs, and beautifully packaged as a hardback gift book, this is the ideal present for every cat lover.
£14.24
Hodder & Stoughton Gizelles Bucket List
Book SynopsisThe moving and true story of Lauren who takes her terminally ill English mastiff Gizelle on an amazing life-changing bucket list adventure.
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Tyndale House Publishers Pawverbs
Book SynopsisA charming and wise collection of lessons from Proverbs . . . taught by teachers with paws.Many of us believe a house isn't a home unless there is fur on the floor. Pawverbs, a collection of 100 short stories featuring real-life animals, presents the godly wisdom of Proverbs in a whimsical wayinviting us to explore deep spiritual truths alongside tales of our lovable pets. In this book you will meet Guinea pig sisters with celebrity status. A street-smart cat who finds his way home. A black Lab with a rap sheet. A dog and dolphin who are best friends. A bearded dragon who enjoys a good soak. A lifesaving Great Dane, and many more. Like little fuzzy, hairy, scaly, or feathery ambassadors, animals are a gift from God to point us to Himselfto the One who promises to never leave us, is always available to listen, and who loves us more than we can fathom. If you are looking for encouragement and inspiration, or even
£13.77
Kensington Publishing Death by Java
£7.59
Hodder & Stoughton More Cat Tales From Moon Cottage
Book Synopsis'It's catnip for anyone who's ever loved a feline' Karin Slaughter Fannie and Titus have had the run of tranquil Moon Cottage - until now. Pushkin, a young Russian Blue tom kitten has joined their family, but can the three cats achieve a peaceful co-existence?Capturing the joys and challenges of owning a cat, Marilyn Edwards tenderly depicts and the great privilege of loving and being loved in return by the feline companions we share our homes and lives with. **Fully illustrated throughout**Praise for the Moon Cottage cat series:'My all-time favourite cat book' Jacqueline Wilson'Cat lovers will adore this book . . . A tender story of love between the author and her cats' Celia Haddon'All the many delights and a few of the heartaches of a life with cats are told with charm and wit. A vivid, honest, observant and involving book' Desmond MorrisTrade ReviewPraise for The Cats of Moon Cottage:My all-time favourite cat book -- Jacqueline WilsonAt once engaging an uplifting - a colourful chronicle that celebrates the many ways animals enrich our relationships and our lives -- Karin SlaughterCat lovers will adore this book . . . A tender story of love between the author and her cats -- Celia HaddonAll the many delights and a few of the heartaches of a life with cats are told with charm and wit. A vivid, honest, observant and involving book -- Desmond Morris
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Hodder & Stoughton The Cats on Hutton Roof
Book Synopsis 'A colourful series that celebrates the many ways animals enrich our relationships and our lives' Karin SlaughterMarilyn and husband Michael have known many happy years at Moon Cottage, with their cats Fannie, Titus and Pushkin. However, the time has come to make a dream come true, and for the family to move to beautiful Cumbria.However, as all cat-lovers will know, the feline companions in our lives do not always share our dreams, and getting Fannie, Titus and Pushkin on board with the change will be its very own challenge. . .Capturing the highs and the lows which come with living with cats, The Moon Cottage cat series is a testimony and a tribute to that unique and rewarding relationship which exists between humans and their feline companions in which cats, in their splendid complexity, remain among us, but not of us.**Fully illustrated throughout**Praise for the Moon Cottage cat series:'My all-time favourite cat book' Jacqueline Wilson'Cat lovers will adore this book . . . A tender story of love between the author and her cats' Celia Haddon'All the many delights and a few of the heartaches of a life with cats are told with charm and wit. A vivid, honest, observant and involving book' Desmond MorrisTrade ReviewI admire this book even more than its predecessors . . . the observation and the empathy . . . are the most important things in attempts to interpret the animal world to the rest of us -- Geoffrey MoorhousePraise for The Cats of Moon Cottage:My all-time favourite cat book -- Jacqueline WilsonAt once engaging an uplifting - a colourful chronicle that celebrates the many ways animals enrich our relationships and our lives -- Karin SlaughterCat lovers will adore this book . . . A tender story of love between the author and her cats -- Celia HaddonAll the many delights and a few of the heartaches of a life with cats are told with charm and wit. A vivid, honest, observant and involving book -- Desmond Morris
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Workman Publishing Do Unto Animals: A Friendly Guide to How Animals
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestseller and USA Today bestseller The more we know about the animals in our world and the better we care for them, the better our lives will be. Former veterinary technician and animal advocate Tracey Stewart understands this better than most—and she’s on a mission to change how we interact with animals. Through hundreds of charming illustrations, a few homemade projects, and her humorous, knowledgeable voice, Stewart provides insight into the secret lives of animals and the kindest ways to live with and alongside them. At home, she shows readers how to speak “dog-ese” and “cat-ese” and how to “virtually adopt” an animal. In the backyard, we learn about building bee houses, dealing nicely with pesky moles, and creative ways to bird-watch. And on the farm, Stewart teaches us what we can do to help all farm animals lead a better life (and reveals pigs’ superpowers!). Part practical guide, part memoir of her life with animals, and part testament to the power of giving back, Do Unto Animals is a gift for animal lovers of all stripes.Trade Review“Do Unto Animals is delightful, entertaining, and hugely important. Tracey’s love for animals has led to a profound understanding of their world, and it becomes clear that the better we know this world, the better their lives will be. And this, in turn, will make our own lives more fulfilling. It is the perfect gift for all who love animals. And for those who should love them better.”—Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, and UN Messenger of Peace “Charming. . . . A memoir and how-to about enriching the world of the creatures in your life, whether they be dogs, cats, or the crows in your backyard. . . . The book details basic animal behavior as well as practical humane solutions to common animal-human conflicts (cats scratching furniture, moles destroying your lawn). It also has craft projects for those of us with great intentions and no skills.” —New York Times “A guide to understanding animals and treating them with respect. . . . While the book is about loving and caring for animals, it also follows Tracey’s path to happiness through animals.” —Gayle King on CBS This Morning “Stewart has a heart as big as all outdoors, which is helpful since her caring largesse extends to moles and squirrels, goats and sheep, as well as the more-commonplace cats and dogs. A lifelong animal lover and one-time veterinary technician, Stewart evinces a genuine empathy for all creatures, from the lowliest frog to the loftiest owl, and winsomely guides other animal enthusiasts in their desire to develop a more rewarding relationship with man’s best friend, whatever that turns out to be. An ardent proponent for the adoption of rescue animals, Stewart broadens that philosophy to include sanctuaries for farm animals as well. Married to former host of The Daily Show, Jon Stewart, who announced their plan to create just such a haven for at-risk animals, Stewart is on a mission far above the typical, nominal celebrity cause du jour. Rich in informed insights on animal behavior, augmented by creative craft projects, and alluring with clever watercolor illustrations, Stewart’s passionate and practical guide to living with domestic pets, backyard critters, and farm animals artfully combines sensible advice with grassroots advocacy. Stewart’s zeal for animal welfare is infectious and sincere, and her desire to create a kinder world for animals and humans is earnest and essential.”—Booklist, starred review “A one-of-a-kind mix of info, advice, philosophy and hands-on activities.” —Philadelphia Daily News “Gives readers not only facts and advice, but also smart and caring ways to improve animals’ existences.” —Chicago Tribune “With humor and grace, this beautiful and inspiring book helps us to understand and appreciate animals and encourages us to treat them with compassion and respect . . . How we treat other animals is a reflection of who we are, and this wonderful book helps us to be kinder, better people.”—Gene Baur, co-founder and president, Farm Sanctuary “This book is a dazzling confluence of art, heart, and animal welfare information. Informative, thought-provoking, and charming, Do Unto Animals is a gentle call to action for animal lovers of all ages that fully embodies Stewart’s vital message: If we all do a little better, a lot of good is possible.”—Susan Friedman, PhD, Behaviorworks.org “I love this book. Superbly illustrated, beautifully written, and with a profound message that everyone needs to hear. Do Unto Animals has an entertaining, instructional, and compassionate message about the animals with whom we live and share this planet. From dogs and cats to birds and horses (even earthworms and bees), the story of life and living together is skillfully woven into the finely illustrated tapestry of this missive. With lighthearted humor and heartfelt sincerity, Tracey Stewart tell it the way it is—or rather the way it should be—when it comes to our understanding and interactions with animals. Two paws up (or feet, hooves, or talons)!”—Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, director of the Animal Behavior Clinic at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
£14.24
New World Library Love, Animals, and Miracles: Inspiring True
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Workman Publishing Rabbit Breeds: The Pocket Guide to 49 Essential
Book SynopsisRabbits are the third-most popular pet in the United States and have also earned significant farming and commercial followings: fiber enthusiasts love angora for its light-weight warmth, and chefs are serving up increasing amounts of their high-protein, low-fat meat. In Rabbit Breeds, photographer Lynn M. Stone spotlights all 49 breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association with adorable original photos, engaging descriptions, and fun facts. This handsome and educational guide is sure to inform and bring a smile to the face of rabbit fanciers and general animal lovers alike.
£10.54
Microcosm Publishing Amica's World: How a Giant Bird Came into Our
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Elizabeth Spann Craig Checked Out
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Literarturagentur Latza Der Haushund Canis lupus familiaris
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Books on Demand Meine Traumkatze: Heilige Birma
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Books on Demand Der Hundeexperte rät - Mein Ökohund: Ein Knigge
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The University of Chicago Press The Great Cat and Dog Massacre The Real Story of
Book SynopsisThe tragedies of World War II are well known. But at least one has been forgotten: in September 1939, four hundred thousand cats and dogs were massacred in Britain. The government, vets, and animal charities all advised against this killing. So why would thousands of British citizens line up to voluntarily euthanize household pets? In The Great Cat and Dog Massacre, Hilda Kean unearths the history, piecing together the compelling story of the life and death of Britain's wartime animal companions. She explains that fear of imminent Nazi bombing and the desire to do something to prepare for war led Britons to sew blackout curtains, dig up flower beds for vegetable patches, send their children away to the countryside and kill the family pet, in theory sparing them the suffering of a bombing raid. Kean's narrative is gripping, unfolding through stories of shared experiences of bombing, food restrictions, sheltering, and mutual support. Soon pets became key to the war effort, providing emot
£76.00
The University of Chicago Press The Last Walk
Book SynopsisDrawing on the moving story of the last year of the life of her own treasured dog, Ody, the author presents an in-depth exploration of the practical, medical, and moral issues that trouble pet owners confronted with the decline and death of their companion animals.Trade Review"Decisions about how to treat an animal toward the end of her or his life are among the most difficult we have to make, and it's our responsibility to do the best we can. Our companions trust that we will have their best interests in mind. In The Last Walk, Jessica Pierce considers all of the hard questions about sick and old animals. She seamlessly weaves in personal stories with scientific research to provide readers with an incredibly valuable guide-a must read-about when and how to end an animal's life in the most humane way possible. I learned a lot from reading this book, and I know others will as well." -Marc Bekoff, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals"
£23.00
MO - University of Illinois Press Traveling with Service Animals
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Enlivened throughout with firsthand anecdotes of the authors and other service animal handlers, this long overdue handbook is a winner." --Booklist "This book is one of a kind. Detailed, easy to read, and well researched."--Toni Ann Eames, cofounder and president of the International Association of Assistance Dog Partners"Traveling with Service Animals prepares those traveling with Service Animals to answer the call with confidence when far off horizons beckon. These well-traveled authors share their experiences, best practices, travel tips and in depth travel information to assure every journey with a Service Animal becomes a stress free, pleasurable experience. This book is a must to have to get there!"--Sheila O’Brien, President of the North American Region of Assistance Dogs International "Traveling with Service Animals is a must-read for any service dog handler interested in travel with their four-legged partner. Henry and Chris balance relatable anecdotes with practical information, helping the reader navigate legal and logistical hurdles to ultimately open up their world."--Sarah Birman, director of training and client services, Canine Companions for Independence
£77.35
University of Illinois Press Traveling with Service Animals
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Enlivened throughout with firsthand anecdotes of the authors and other service animal handlers, this long overdue handbook is a winner." --Booklist "This book is one of a kind. Detailed, easy to read, and well researched."--Toni Ann Eames, cofounder and president of the International Association of Assistance Dog Partners"Traveling with Service Animals prepares those traveling with Service Animals to answer the call with confidence when far off horizons beckon. These well-traveled authors share their experiences, best practices, travel tips and in depth travel information to assure every journey with a Service Animal becomes a stress free, pleasurable experience. This book is a must to have to get there!"--Sheila O’Brien, President of the North American Region of Assistance Dogs International "Traveling with Service Animals is a must-read for any service dog handler interested in travel with their four-legged partner. Henry and Chris balance relatable anecdotes with practical information, helping the reader navigate legal and logistical hurdles to ultimately open up their world."--Sarah Birman, director of training and client services, Canine Companions for Independence
£15.19
University of Nebraska Press From the Mouths of Dogs
Book SynopsisWhat have dogs done to earn the title of “man’s best friend”? B.J. Hollars attempts to find out with firsthand reports recounting a range of stories revealing much about our pets—and even more about the humans who share their lives. Trade Review"An honest, heartwarming choice for animal lovers."—Eric Liebetrau, Kirkus "Readers of this book will come away with new knowledge and respect for both dogs and the humans that love and care for them. The stories are easy reading and can be read one chapter at a time without losing your place. Definitely a winner."—Kyle Wendy Skultety, GimmethatBook.com"From The Mouths Of Dogs speaks to the special bond between human and pet, and deftly illustrates the underlying emotional current that truly makes dog man’s best friend."—Eric Christensen, Volume One“This inspiring study is recommended for animal lovers, and for lovers of life in general.”—Portland Book Review “Part anthropology, part ethnography, part memoir, fully awesome, From the Mouths of Dogs is one of the loveliest, smartest, and most intimate celebrations [and] interrogations of heartbreak . . . that I’ve read in quite some time. . . . Hollars brilliantly reveals us as a species with equal need for the body and the dust, for history, for memory, for miracle.”—Matthew Gavin Frank, author of Preparing the Ghost“B.J. Hollars allows us intimate glimpses of dog-human relationships that are not usually in public view: behind the scenes at a shelter, in a home for senior dogs, or in the makeshift pet cemetery at his childhood home. Any animal lover will eagerly absorb these stories of love, compassion, and, inevitably, grief.”—Brenda Miller, author of Blessing of the Animals“I was touched deeply by the true stories [the author] shared—things I am all too familiar with in the world of rescue where death is all too frequent. . . . This is a beautifully written story that anyone who has ever been loved by a dog should read. There is heartbreak in this world, and cruelty is all too real, but to focus on the positive messages presented in this work is what made me continue to read and enjoy it.”—Julie Dorsey-Oskerka, coauthor of Adopting a Dog? Start Off Right with a Sound Beginning: How to Build a Relationship and Gain TrustTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsAuthor's NotePrologue: Going to the DogsPart 1. Lessons Learned1. Sniffing for Trouble2. Old Dogs, New Shticks3. Cruisin’ for a Bruiser4. Follow the Leader5. I Left My Heart in HartsdalePart 2. Lessons Lived 6. Apollo’s Deed 7. Bingo Was Her Name 8. The Bionic Dog 9. Letting Luna Lead10. Travels with SandySourcesBibliography
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John Wiley & Sons WhiteTailed Deer
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Purdue University Press Bridging the Bond: The Cultural Construction of
Book SynopsisWhat happens behind the doors of the animal shelter? This book will introduce the reader to the work culture of animal shelter employees, volunteers, activists, educators, and pets. By weaving together her own personal memoirs with interviews with workers, the author describes the traditions, philosophies, history, and current social dynamics of a typical animal welfare community. She examines how the daily interactions, personal philosophies, disparate methods, technology, and life experiences of the humans and pets influence the care of homeless animals, often playing an intricate role in the life or death situation each pet eventually faces. The author, over the course of five years of research, also describes how her own experience with a ""rescued"" dog, touching upon the issues of victimization and redemption that she finds characterize the animal welfare field. The animals in the book are presented as active participants in this daily drama, able to communicate their needs to their caretakers and form lasting impressions. Throughout the book, workers, volunteers, and activists tell their own stories-stories that embody the hopes, frustrations, successes and failures in bridging the bond between homeless pets and new families.
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Texas A & M University Press The Quarter Horse
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Temple University Press,U.S. Filling the Ark: Animal Welfare in Disasters
Book SynopsisWith a new Preface by the authorWhen disasters strike, people are not the only victims. Hurricane Katrina raised public attention about how disasters affect dogs, cats, and other animals considered members of the human family. In this short but powerful book, now available in paperback, noted sociologist Leslie Irvine goes beyond Katrina to examine how oil spills, fires, and other calamities affect various animal populations—on factory farms, in research facilities, and in the wild.In a new preface, Irvine surveys the state of animal welfare in disasters since the first edition. Filling the Ark argues that humans cause most of the risks faced by animals and urges for better decisions about the treatment of animals in disasters. Furthermore, it makes a broad appeal for the ethical necessity of better planning to keep animals out of jeopardy. Irvine not only offers policy recommendations and practical advice for evacuating animals, she also makes a strong case for rethinking our use of animals, suggesting ways to create more secure conditions. Trade Review“Filling the Ark is a fascinating combination of scholarship, public policy, and animal advocacy. Leslie Irvine examines the plight of animals in the face of man-made and natural disasters in light of larger issues associated with our society's ambivalence about the moral status of other species The writing is excellent and the author's first hand experiences rescuing companion animals during Hurricane Katrina are compelling."—Harold Herzog, Department of Psychology, Western Carolina University“As Irvine argues, we have a responsibility to minimize the vulnerability of animals within our care and those that can be affected by our actions....Aimed at general readers and those interested in animal-human interaction, this book serves as a reminder that disasters put more than human life at stake.”—Contemporary Sociology“Rather than merely planning for the future of what to do when a nightmare unfolds, [Irvine] encourages us to make animals less vulnerable here and now.... This is a book that should be read by many throughout fields as diverse as veterinary medicine, social science and public policy.”—AnthrozoosTable of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction 1. Companion Animals 2. Animals on Factory Farms 3. Birds and Marine Wildlife 4. Animals in Research Facilities Conclusion: Noah’s Task Notes Bibliography Index
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Purdue University Press Assessing Handlers for Competence in
Book SynopsisThrough practical, real-life examples, Assessing Handlers for Competence in Animal-Assisted Interventions provides guidance to any person working with animals in any setting. Facilities that have volunteers who work independently are in the greatest need of competent handlers, yet many of those facilities accept handlers with only proof of animal vaccinations. Other facilities accept an evaluation of the animal-handler team without knowing whether that evaluation relates to their facility or client dynamics. Both of these problems easily can be remedied with basic guidance.Howie brings more than thirty years of experience as an AAI provider, coordinator, and mental health therapist to bear on the topic of competence for animal handlers. In a friendly, easy-to-read style, she clearly explains the need for competencies while identifying broad categories currently in use. She then outlines training that addresses those competencies based on individual facility and client dynamics. She further describes one model for easily integrating competency assessment into an interview and provides a form for documenting the competency assessment. Additionally, Howie addresses how to deal with problems that can arise in program management.Anyone who reads this book will come away with the knowledge and confidence to assess handlers' competence.Table of Contents Foreword In Gratitude Introduction 1. The Importance of Assessing Handler Competence 2. What Is CompetencyBased Assessment? 3. AAI Competencies 4. Training for Competence 5. Conducting Your CompetencyBased Assessment 6. Animal Competencies 7. The Coordinator's Role in Animal Welfare 8. Assessing the Handler's Attention to Animal Welfare 9. Bumps in the Road 10. Putting It All Together Appendix A. Handler Competency Form Appendix B. S.E.E. the P.U.P. Appendix C. Interview Questions and Answers Appendix D. References and Resources About the Author
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WW Norton & Co Catnip: A Love Story
Book SynopsisWith the imagination of a writer and the eye of an artist, Michael Korda doodled on the backs of old manuscripts in his tackroom while his wife, Margaret, was out riding. They loved and acquired cats—a habit written about previously in their book, Cat People—and the few in residence at this time would serve as inspiration for the drawings. These are no ordinary cat illustrations, though. Korda’s cats read newspapers and books; go ice skating in the small country town where they live; comfort Margaret’s horse, Monty, after a stressful vet visit; sell fried mice at the Farmer’s Market, and undertake (on paper, at least) whatever fanciful endeavours their keeper conjures up. The result is a collection of magical pieces, filled with joy, that represent a year in the life of a couple in love with one another, and certainly with their cats.
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CABI Publishing Companion Animal Behaviour Problems: Prevention
Book SynopsisBehaviour problems are a significant cause of companion animal relinquishment and euthanasia. This book provides up to date information about animal behaviour as well as practical advice on how veterinary practice professionals can manage undesirable animal behaviour and give down to earth, appropriate and trusted advice to owners. This book: Covers the important aspects of behaviour in dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents, parrots and birds, as well as how this behaviour has adapted to the domestic environment. Discusses the role of the veterinary practice in improving the emotional experience of animals attending the veterinary practice, including practice design, socialisation classes for young animals and effective communication with owners. Covers the clinical decision-making process in managing the signs of undesirable behaviour, appropriately handling pets in the practice to minimise distress, as well as: behavioural first aid, referral to a specialist, medical influences on behaviour and decisions about euthanasia.This practical and accessible book gives all the essential information needed by veterinary professionals in order to advise clients on the behaviour and well-being of animals in their care.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Pets and People: The Psychology of Pet Ownership
Book SynopsisIn an examination of the relationship between pets and people, Barrie Gunter illustrates the many psychological benefits that animal companionship can bestow upon us; providing security for the anxious, companionship for the lonely and status symbols for the image conscious. This book examines the phenomenon of pet ownership and the importance placed upon this strange relationship by people in modern society.Table of ContentsWhy Do People Own Pets? Are Pet Owners Different? Why Are We So Attached To Our Pets? Who Is In Control? Are Pets Good For Our Physical Well-Being? Are Pets Good For Our Mental Well-Being? Are Pets Good For Children? How Can Pets Keep Us Young? How To Cope With The Loss Of A Pet? Do Pets Make Us More Sociable?
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New India Publishing Agency Handbook on Care and Management of Laboratory and
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New India Publishing Agency Handbook on Care and Management of Laboratory and
Book SynopsisIt is now an established fact that laboratory animals play a very vital role in bio-chemical research particularly in the drug development programmes. The book has been authored in accordance with the syllabi prescribed by veterinary council of India VCI, New Delhi for under graduate students of veterinary science and animal husbandry all over India. The book Includes comprehensive and updated information on all the topics, which is presented in a precise manner in a simple language, which becomes easy for students to understand. Further, with the touch of personal communication of authors out of their enriched experience in profession, for considerable long time, the information becomes more educative and lucrative for students as well as for the teacheThe book contains information on pet animals and animal welfare and ethics.Table of Contents01. Introduction to Laboratory Animal Science and Importance of Laboratory Animals 02. Ethical Guidelines for Usage of Laboratory Animals in Scientific Research 03. Classification of Laboratory Rats 04. Housing and Care of Laboratory Animals 05. Selection of Laboratory Animals 06. Nutrition and Breeding of Rats and Mice 07. Management of Guinea Pigs and Introduction to Rabbit/Fur Animals 08. Development of Rabbit Keeping 09. Selection and Breeding of Rabbits 10. Care and Management of Young Rabbits 11. Diseases and Their Management in Rabbits Guinea Pigs, Hamster, Rats and Mice 12. Angora Rabbit Management 13. History, Management, Breeds and Utilities of Dogs 14. Housing, Nutrition and General Care of Dogs 15. Breeding of Dogs 16. Insurance, Registration and Dog Shows 17. Management of Cats 18. Management of Pet Birds 19. Introduction and Identification of Body Parts 20. Handling, Sexing, Weaning and Weighing of Laboratory Animals 21. Housing of Laboratory Animals, Equipments, Breeding and Nesting Materials 22. Identification of Animals 23. Record Keeping in An Animal House 24. Computation and Formulation of Feeds for Laboratory Animals, Feeding Schedule and Presentation of Diets 25. Prophylactic Measures Against Disease of Laboratory Animals 26. Sterilization and Disinfection Methods for Laboratory Animals 27. Techniques for the Production of Specific Pathogen Free Animals 28. Techniques for the Production of Germfree Animals 29. Slaughtering and Skinning of Rabbits, Shearing and Preparation of Products 30. Project Preparation 31. Animal Welfare 32. Blood Collection in Laboratory Animals 33. Reproductive Physiology of Laboratory Animals : An Overview 34. Anesthesia in Laboratory Animals 35. List of Major Institutions Maintaining Animal Strains
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Hardpress Publishing A Treatise on the Prevention of Diseases Incidental to Horses 1
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Forgotten Books Report of the Special Investigation on Horse Breeding in Ontario 1906 Classic Reprint
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