Nature and the natural world: general interest Books
Globe Pequot Rockhounding California
Book SynopsisA complete guide and source-book brimming with advice on collecting and preparing gems and minerals .
£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Backpacker Magazines Outdoor Hazards Avoiding
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£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Northern Rocky Mountain Wildflowers Including
Book SynopsisField guide to more than 300 wildflowers conveniently arranged for easy identification. Includes vibrant color photos and descriptions.
£21.25
Rowman & Littlefield Chasing Alaska A Portrait of the Last Frontier
Book SynopsisTrade Review• National Geographic Intelligent Travel Best Travel Book• Oregon Book Awards Finalist • Publishers Weekly Top Ten Travel Pick • North Shore magazine Beach Read Selection• Bask magazine Top Summer Read• Amazon.com Nature Bestseller• Longfellow Books #1 Bestseller"A thorough and thoroughly enjoyable romp through Alaska ... exhaustive and wildly entertaining. ... The book yields a fascinating crop of adventures and characters. ... He discusses with uncommon intelligence the nature of hunting as a means of subsistence. ... The stories are gripping in the way the best adventure writing is, with enough danger and discovery to keep the reader turning pages way past bedtime. There are polar bears and seasons of privation, plenty of political intrigue and tensions between rival explorers. C. B. Bernard does a fantastic job of collapsing the years between his own experience in Alaska and Joe's to show how the fierce and wild nature of the people who live in Alaska has persisted over the years. ... Indeed, the real protagonist is Alaska itself, which 'makes everything ordinary impossible to bear.' Thanks to C. B. Bernard's assured storytelling and vibrant prose style, we understand that sentiment very well. Jack London would approve."—Minneapolis Star Tribune"Bernard's lyrical descriptions of his journey through the wildly varied landscapes of Alaska and his encounters with its colorful inhabitants make readers feel like they are traveling alongside him every step of the way."—Bask magazine"Bernard is an excellent writer. ... His sense of humor and clever words keep us fascinated, not to mention laughing. ... The purchase of two copies is recommended. You will likely wear out the first one from re-reading." —Sitka Sentinel"At its heart, Chasing Alaska becomes a story not only of Alaska's land, history, and wildlife. It becomes a story about its people. ... Poignant."—Homer News"Elegant snapshots of contemporary life in Alaska."—Willamette Week"Bernard writes movingly of the northern climate and landscape, of solitude and distance, of feeling utterly transformed. ... An illuminating quest to understand his fascinating ancestor and himself."—Booklist"The story of Joe Bernard—and his descendants' attempts to understand him and each other—makes this worth a read." —Publishers Weekly"This lyrical book, with its abundant wisdom, humility, and grace, made me see Alaska anew and with deeper regard. Bravo, C. B." —Kim Heacox, author of The Only Kayak and Visions of a Wild America "C. B. Bernard deftly takes us along on the pivotal journey of following his lodestar. His life and his words flourish for this continental migration, and his journey is like an extended vision quest. Through his eye we gather the extreme diversity of the land and the colorful people who inhabit it, past and present. By strapping us in for the ride, Bernard reminds us that we too might discover the breadths of our own waiting potentials."—Mark Warren, author of Two Winters in a Tipi
£14.24
Globe Pequot Press Rockhounding New York
Book SynopsisWith this informative guide, you can explore the mineral-rich state of New York, from the beaches to the mountains. It describes the states'' best rockhounding sites and covers popular and commercial sites as well as numerous little-known areas. This handy guide also describes how to collect specimens, includes maps and directions to each site, and lists rockhound clubs in the state. Rockhounding New York offers a complete introduction to this many-faceted hobby and is an invaluable sourcebook.
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Arches and Canyonlands National Parks In the Land
Book SynopsisA Family Journey in Two of Our Greatest National Parks
£11.66
Rowman & Littlefield Glacier National Park Going to the Sun Adventures
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£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Grand Canyon National Park Tail of the Scorpion
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£11.39
Rowman & Littlefield Great Smoky Mountains National Park Ridge Runner
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£11.66
Rowman & Littlefield Olympic National Park Touch of the Tide Pool
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Reading Mr. Graf's wonderful and often breathtaking vacation adventures of the Parker family made me want to grab my backpack and head for the high country."—Marsha Holland, literacy coordinator
£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Rocky Mountain National Park Peril on Longs Peak
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Reading Mr. Graf's wonderful and often breathtaking vacation adventures of the Parker family made me want to grab my backpack and head for the high country."—Marsha Holland, literacy coordinator
£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Yellowstone National Park Eye of the Grizzly
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Engaging and educational, this book will be a great resource for park visitors."—Charissa Reid, employee and park resident, Yellowstone National Park "Reading Mr. Graf's wonderful and often breathtaking vacation adventures of the Parker family made me want to grab my backpack and head for the high country."—Marsha Holland, literacy coordinator
£11.66
Rowman & Littlefield Mojave Desert Wildflowers
Book SynopsisThe Mojave Desert ecoregion extends from eastern California to northwestern Arizona, southern Nevada, and southwestern Utah. This guide features 300 of the common species, full-color photographs, detailed descriptions, information on flowering season, and interesting facts about each plant.Table of Contents(1) Acknowledgments (2) Preface (3) Map (4) Introduction (5) Blue, Purple, and Lavender Flowers (6) Pink, Rose, and Magenta Flowers (7) Red and Orange Flowers (8) White to Cream Flowers (9) Yellow Flowers (10) Green and Brown Flowers (11) Non-Flowering Plants (12) Glossary (13) For Further Reading (14) Index (15) About the Author (16) About Some of the Photographers
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Sierra Nevada Wildflowers A Field Guide to Common
Book SynopsisField guide to 290 wildflowers conveniently arranged for easy identification. Includes vibrant color photos and descriptions.
£20.21
Rowman & Littlefield Rockhounding Pennsylvania and New Jersey A Guide
Book SynopsisA complete guide and source-book brimming with advice on collecting and preparing gems and minerals .
£16.14
Rowman & Littlefield Nature Guide to Yosemite National Park Nature
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£12.71
Rowman & Littlefield Rockhounding Montana A Guide to 100 of Montanas
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£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Basic Illustrated Guide to Frogs Snakes Bugs and
Book SynopsisA surefire hit with young backyard diggers and bug-watchers, Basic Illustrated Guide to Frogs, Snakes, Bugs, and Slugs combines detailed illustrations of bugs, slugs, snakes, toads, and other creepy crawlies with clear and kid-friendly information to help the young bug-lover identify what''s crawling up the tree, buzzing in his ear, or hiding under a log.Trade ReviewPraise for the author/illustrator:"Himmelman's illustrations are such an artful eyeful—snappily colored and gloriously comic—that it is easy to overlook the pleasure of the simple text, a little motor that in many ways drives the whole production forward." --Kirkus Reviews
£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Acadia National Park Eye of the Whale Adventures
Book SynopsisEach book in the exciting Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8â13 explores a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as engaging and educational facts about nature, outdoor safety, and much more. Summer vacation has never been this fun!Trade Review"Your series is beautifully designed and engaging for all ages . . . the combination of illustrations and photos with a great story is perfect. We are thrilled to have your National Parks books in our library!" Carolyn Gillette, Children's Librarian, Dubois, Wyoming
£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Kids Outdoor Adventure Book 448 Great Things to
Book SynopsisThe Kids' Outdoor Adventure Book includes 448 things to do in nature for kids of all ages--more than one activity for every single day of the year. Each of the year's four seasons includes fifty checklist items, fifty challenge items, three each of projects, destinations, garden recipes, and outdoor games.Trade Review"Outdoor experiences can help to make kids smarter, healthier, and happier. But what is there to do outdoors? Everything! Here's a fun, practical guide, bursting with ideas and inspiration for everyday adventures. We'll be giving this book to every kid and every family we know." -Kenn and Kimberly Kaufman, naturalists and authors of the Kaufman Field Guide series
£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Rocks Gems and Minerals of the Southwest Falcon
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£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Southern Rocky Mountain Wildflowers A Field Guide
Book SynopsisField guide to more than 200 wildflowers conveniently arranged for easy identification. Includes vibrant color photos and descriptions.
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Falcon Pocket Guide Bugs Slugs Falcon Pocket
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£12.71
Rowman & Littlefield Gaining Ground A Story of Farmers Markets Local
Book SynopsisTrade Review"I've dedicated my business life to supporting organic farmers—but honestly, I didn't have the full story until now. This isn't a hippie manifesto about going back to the land to raise some chickens. Gaining Ground is the beautiful and nourishing story of an accomplished self-taught farmer making it work. It's about passion and dedication. It's about ecology, economy, family. And the truth of organic farming is so much more challenging and fantastic than I could have imagined. You can visit the farm and see for yourself, but start by reading this book. I have great and deep respect for Pritchard's stewardship, and a new love of the American farm." —Nell Newman, founder of Newman's Own Organics "Witty farm memoirs are sprouting like spring wheat, but real food must be tasty as well as good for you; this true story is both."—Nina Planck, author of Real Food, What to Eat and Why"Compelling and beautifully written, Gaining Ground makes us laugh, cry, and, above all, restores our faith that dreams can and do change our world. Wannabe farmers, long-time farmers, and anyone who desires a sustainable food system will all love and learn from this story."—Tanya Denckla Cobb, author of Reclaiming Our Food and The Gardener's A-Z Guide to Growing Organic Food "I have been buying food from Forrest for years, but until now I never understood how delicious the story behind the products was. Just as all cooks know a dish is more than the sum of ingredients used, so too is farming more than sun, soil, and rain—it is a human story of endurance, wit, and creativity. Reading this book will give every bite you take a little more savor, a little more flavor knowing the love that it took to create it." —Barton Seaver, chef, National Geographic fellow, and author of For Cod and Country"You will be on the edge of your seat as you read about how Forrest Pritchard saved his seventh-generation family farm. . . . [A] highly recommended page-turner for anyone interested in farming and food." —Sally Fallon Morell, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation and author of Nourishing Traditions"A fearless and well-crafted story, full of humor, better-than-fiction characters, and a driving plot that matters to all of us: Can the family farm be saved? It tells the beautiful next chapter in American agriculture, one in which all Americans play a starring role."—Shannon Hayes, author of Radical Homemakers and The Grassfed Gourmet Cookbook"Pritchard's engaging memoir opens with him, new English degree in hand, deciding to take over the family farm after fall harvest profits fail to materialize. What follows is a remarkable odyssey of food from farm to table; a classic against-all-odds narrative that will have readers changing their shopping habits. Pritchard is a born storyteller with a shrewd ability to make lively everything from his father's battle with a rogue pig to simple chores like selling firewood or bailing hay. His learned-the-hard-way experiences are thoroughly entertaining and non-farmers will absorb enough about raising livestock and tending land to broaden their expertise at the farmers' market and grocery store. He also addresses the politics involved in supporting local organic meat including issues of price, health, and the environment. By the end of his wonderful book, Pritchard lies in a field pondering his own slim margin of success from slowing things down in our fast paced world; a well-deserved moment of happiness for this important new spokesperson of the future of agriculture and poet of the earth."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Everglades Wildflowers A Field Guide to
Book SynopsisThis guide features stunning color photographs of 300 common wildflowers from Everglades National Park and the Corkscrew, Big Cypress, and Fakahatchee Swamps. Detailed descriptions and line art aid the reader in identifying plants in the field.Trade ReviewSince it was published in 2002, Roger Hammer’s Everglades Wildflowers has been the gold standard for photographic wildflower guides for the southern half of Florida. Now comes his latest version of the guide, and if the first one was the gold standard, this one sets the platinum standard for such books for wildflower enthusiasts * Florida Native Plant Society *
£18.99
Rowman & Littlefield Basic Illustrated Poisonous and Psychoactive
Book SynopsisAn information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book. With this updated guide, you'll discover how to identify and avoid poisonous, harmful, and psychoactive plants in the contiguous United States.
£12.71
Rowman & Littlefield Field and Forest Classic Hunting Stories
Book SynopsisTwo of the greatest pursuits, writing and hunting, meet in one choice volume
£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Truth About Nature A Familys Guide to 144 Common
Book SynopsisDoes moss only grow on the north side of a tree? Is the North Star really the brightest star? Will a mother bird abandon its baby if you put it back in its nest? Will toads really give you warts? The Truth About Nature answers all of these questions and more.Trade Review"Naturalists Tornio and Keffer dispel—and sometimes find elements of truth in—myths associated with the natural world. . . .[A] fun, educational, and eye-opening book. All ages."—Publishers Weekly * Publishers Weekly *Meant to inspire families to get out into nature, this guide explores the truth behind 144 different nature myths we've all heard since we were kids, from 'Animals can smell fear' and 'If you touch a baby bird, the parents will abandon it' to "You lose most of your body heat through your head' and 'You shouldn't swim for at least 30 minutes after you eat.'. . . .[T]his inexpensive, attractive, and informative book is ideal for the circulating collections of . . . public and school libraries. This book, meant for families to use together, will be of interest to kids alone as well and is a great choice for middle school collections in both public and school libraries. * Booklist *
£18.36
Globe Pequot Ill Nature
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Joy Williams is now the most gifted writer of her generation." -- Harold Brodkey "Joy Williams is simply a wonder." -- Raymond Carver "Savage, serious, hilarious, passionate, loving, and lyrical." --Kirkus Reviews "Williams means to incite, rattle, and pique. Extremely well informed.... These howls, protests, and pleas for sanity are lacerating, brilliant, and necessary." --Booklist "Williams brings plenty of heat to the page--and plenty of light, too." --Amazon.com "Compelling...Highly recommended." --Library Journal "She's seriously ticked off, wholly unapologetic, and enormously fun to read." --San Diego Union-Tribune
£13.49
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Staffordshire Spaniels
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£31.44
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Foliage Textures
Book SynopsisFabulous foliage - artists have drawn inspiration from the form and intricate textures of foliage since the beginning of time. This beautiful book and its accompanying Mac and PC compatible CD contain over 150 photographs of summer, autumn, and evergreen foliage, as well as grasses, groundcovers, and tropical and succulent foliages. Images of individual leaves as well as clusters of foliage are also included. These photographs will enhance all your projects, from high-tech computer web design to fine arts applications. Use these images and be inspired to add decorative finishes to walls, wallpapers, trompe l''oil murals, ceramics, paper crafts, and more. Designers, artists, printmakers, and craftspeople will find unique inspiration and hours of enjoyment exploring the CD and the pages of this beautiful book.
£31.44
Schiffer Publishing Ltd A History of the Alligator
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£19.54
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Mesozoic Fossils II
Book SynopsisOver 500 photos and engaging text reveal the fossils of the Cretaceous Period, the last period of the Mesozoic Era, the Age of Reptiles, dating from 120 to 67 million years ago. Included are typical Mesozoic fossils, such as the ammonites, belemnites, and other collectible fossil mollusks characteristic of the Cretaceous, a variety of plants, well-preserved arthropods such as crabs and insects, turtles, crocodiles, and dinosaurs. Fossils recovered range from the Early Cretaceous to the Upper Cretaceous III, ending at the KT boundary representing the events that swept dinosaurs off the face of the planet. Each fossil displayed is carefully identified, along with the region from which it was recovered. The book aids fossil collectors and all who are intrigued about the fascinating artifacts of this early age.
£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Closer to the Great Whales
Book SynopsisFascinating color photos let you see whales in their natural habitat. Learn about their behavior, external anatomy, and physical features. Discussed in the text are the humpback, minke, finback, and the rarely seen right whales, baleen whales that eat by taking in thousands of gallons of water and schools of fish or plankton and filtering the water through the baleen. Discover their behaviors, including breaching, lob tailing, and flipper slapping. This book is a fascinating look at the largest mammals to roam the Earth today.
£10.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Birds of Cape May New Jersey
Book SynopsisNew Jersey''s southern Cape is host to huge annual bird migrations, making Cape May one of the best bird-watching locations in the world. Over 400 species have been spotted here. See exquisite photographs that present shore, prey, and song birds commonly seen at Cape May in lively action and flight themes. Birds are shown in foliage appropriate to different seasons, with anecdotes and natural history in concise photo captions. This is a treasure for all who love birds and wildlife photography.
£36.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Cenozoic Fossils II
Book Synopsis560 color photos and engaging text take readers on a journey back to a world first of tropical climates and then plunging into an Ice Age. It covers the Miocene, Pliocene, Pleistocene, and Holocene Epochs, and includes a dazzling array of fossils, including plants, mollusks, sharks, insects, mammoths, and mastodons. This is the age when familiar plants and animals arise and where humans first appear on the Earth. Human intelligence grows and early tools are also included in this sweeping review of recent geological history. The tools include hand axes, Paleolithic scrapers, and an easily recognizable Clovis spear point. Explore the dawning of the world we know. Current value ranges for the fossils displayed here are included. This is the perfect gift for anyone who has wondered where we all came from and evidence of how things used to be.
£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd James River Reflections
Book SynopsisOver 250 photos and eloquent text reveal the majesty of Virginia''s James River. Explore the river from its humble beginnings on private property to the point where it meets one of the nation''s busiest seaports. See Class V rapids in the heart of Richmond as nowhere else in America. The text includes a final interview of country music legend Jimmy Dean, which took place a short time before his death, and whose estate and final resting place are on the James River. Read remarks from U.S. Senator Mark Warner and other government officials about the river''s importance to Virginia. Learn the historical significance of this beautiful natural resource through anecdotal notes and period photographs.
£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Petscaping
Book SynopsisDogs are human's best friends, and pets have, increasingly, become more like family members. Your castle is their castle and, with that in mind, this book combines tips and expertise for creating the perfect outdoor environment for your pet and gives answers to common behavioral problems such as barking and unwanted excavating of your yard. Through 170 images, you'll be treated to residential landscape designs that feature pet friendly zones, including shade and sun areas, pet shelters, edible gardens, and containment. The designs will inspire your own layout ideas. For landscapers, architects, and anyone who owns a pet, this book is a great resource and offers plenty of ideas for co-habitation.
£19.54
Schiffer Publishing Ltd An Illustrated Guide to the Common Birds of Cape
Book SynopsisOver 140 beautifully rendered color illustrations of common Cape Cod birds with species accounts that include locations where they may be found by birders. The informative text provides helpful advice on the best bird watching techniques and six field trips focusing on different environments and the species that populate them. These field trip locations include Woodland in Spring and Summer, Waterfowl of Freshwater Lakes and Ponds, Common Birds of the Salt Marsh, Shorebirds of the Tidal Flats in Late Summer, Fall and Winter Migrants on Salt Water, and Oceanic Birds. While addressing the needs of beginning bird watchers, adults and children alike, there is useful information on locations and logistics that any bird lover may use. This simple-to-use field guide is an invaluable resource for birding on Cape Cod.
£17.09
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Jewels of the Early Earth
Book SynopsisOver 650 vivid color photos reveal the geo-collectible fossils and minerals associated with the first two billion years of earth's history. The engaging text explores the geology of shield areas and their associated rocks and minerals. Also examined are pegmatites and their associated minerals, including attractive minerals and crystals like emerald and aquamarine. Early minerals and rocks associated with the formation of the earth's atmosphere are also revealedthe geologic strata known as BIF (Banded Iron Formation). Some of the earth's oldest fossils are included, displayed in outcrops harboring the earliest evidence of life. A variety of unusual minerals associated with early limestone-like rocks (now usually found as marble) are revealed, including highly prized rocks used for decorative carvings as well as gemstones. Greenstone belts, among the earliest rocks on the planet, are also examined and their interesting association with much of the earth's gold deposits is explored. This
£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd More Paleozoic Fossils
Book SynopsisIn this second book on Paleozoic fossils, over 840 all new specimens from this period are provided, organized by biologic (taxonomic) position. It is a real eye candy feast for fossil enthusiasts. Come and explore the fossil evidence for a world that was ancient and long gone when the dinosaurs ruled the earth. Discover the sponges, archaeocyathids (reef builders), cnidaria, worms, brachiopods, bryozoans, mollusks, arthropods, echinoderms, and chordates that populated the oceans and inhabited the land from 535 to 235 million years ago. Much of the fossil record for this era reveals marine organisms in many forms, but this is also the period when clear evidence for plants and animals appears in hard rock. While the earth presents many natural barriers to the collecting of Paleozoic fossils, the author has overcome those barriers to present readers with a formidable collection.
£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd 37Â a Fart and Other Infamous Animal Stories
Book SynopsisStay home, Lassie. Go away, Rin Tin Tin. The stars of 37 a Fart and other Infamous Animal Stories aren't heroic animals. They fart, they play you for a sucker, they hump your leg, they get sick, and sometimes die. These 44 bittersweet and pee-in-your-pants funny stories are about REAL creatures. And no, it's not just about cats and dogs. Snakes, guinea pigs, snapping turtles, bats, micethey all have their stories. And in the end, when you close the book, you may even feel a bit more kindly toward mankind. Sprinkled with 60 charming illustrations, this is a warm, candid, and entertaining book for all pet owners and animal lovers.
£14.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Collectors Guide to the Minerals of New York
Book SynopsisContinuing a tradition that began in 1842, this book examines 24 localities of particular interest to mineral collectors. These localities are organized by how they occur (in sedimentary rocks, in crystalline rocks, in fractures)a new approach that brings coherence to relationships among similar localities. For each locality, its significance to specimen mineralogy, collecting history, geological setting, origin, and a thorough description of the minerals of particular interest to collectors are presented, based on the latest research and nomenclature. Over 150 clear color photos show some of the finest specimens ever collected from each locality. Similar New York state localities are listed for each featured occurrence. While the GPS coordinates for each locality are provided, this is an introduction to what minerals occur in the State of New York, how beautiful they are, and why they are so interesting. Why have a mere field guide when you can have so much more?
£17.09
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Marylands Public Gardens Parks
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£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
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£19.54
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Colors of the Earth
Book SynopsisA photographic journey to all corners of the globe, full of panoramas of our natural world—highlighting the five most dominant hues of each photograph on a color bar placed above the image.
£55.19
Turner Publishing Company Purebred Rescue Dog Adoption
Book SynopsisHelps you decide if adopting a purebred rescue dog is right for you. This book explains how to locate local and national rescue groups, what you can expect in the adoption process - and from your rescue dog - and how to help your dog make a successful transition to your 'foreverhome'. It helps you choose whether to adopt a puppy or an adult.Table of ContentsIntroduction.1. Too Many Dogs and Not Enough Homes. Dog ownership has increased in the United States, but so has the number of dogs given up by their owners.2. Purebred Dog Rescue. Purebred dog rescue adoptions can take some of the pressure off local shelters and make it easier for purebred dogs to find new homes.3. Is a Rescue Dog Right for You? Adding a dog to your family is a big decision; make sure you think it through.4. The Adoption Process. A rescue group can help you find just the right dog for you and guide you through the adoption process.5. Before You Bring Your New Dog Home. Make sure your house, yard and family are ready for your dog before you bring him home.6. The Big Move. You, your family and your home are all new to your dog. Help her make this transition.7. Building a Relationship. Your new dog doesn't become your best friend automatically. You need to build a relationship with him.8. Introducing the Dog to Your World. A happy dog is acclimated to the sights, smells and sounds of the world around her. Take your rescue dog to meet the neighbors and explore her new town.9. Housetraining Your Rescue Dog. Many rescue dogs are well housetrained, but some need a little remedial training. Handle it with care.10. All Rescue Dogs Need Some Training. Training is an important part of building a relationship with your new dog, as well as teaching her how to live in your house and behave with people.11. Working Through Problem Behaviors. Almost every dog has one or two behaviors that their owners would like to control or change.12. Aggression. Aggression is a catchall phrase for behaviors that could be threatening or dangerous.13. When It Just Isn't Working. Sometimes a newly adopted dog just doesn't fit in with his new owner and family. How to make the decision to give the dog back to the rescue group.14 Do You Want to Do Rescue Work? Purebred dog rescue can be very rewarding volunteer work, but it can also be heartbreaking. Here's a look at what's involved.Appendix: Internet Resources for Purebred Dog Rescue.Index.
£11.39
John Wiley & Sons Inc Dog Health Nutrition For Dummies Howell Dummies
Book SynopsisA guide to keeping dogs healthy includes information on meeting dogs' nutritional needs, treating canine ailments, administering first aid, selecting common and alternative therapies, and choosing a veterinarian.Table of ContentsIntroduction. PART I: Basic Health Care. Chapter 1: Canine Health 101. Chapter 2: Preventing Problems before They Start. Chapter 3: Working with Your Dog's Vet. PART II: Food, Glorious Food! Chapter 4: The Building Blocks of Good Nutrition. Chapter 5: Feeding Your Hungry Hound. Chapter 6: Supplementing Your Dog's Diet. Chapter 7: Good Ol' Home Cookin'. Chapter 8: Meeting Your Dog's Special Nutritional Needs. PART III: Recognizing and Treating Common Maladies. Chapter 9: Innerspace: How Your Dog's Body Works. Chapter 10: Tackling Common Ailments. Chapter 11: Fighting Off the Bugs That Want Your Dog. Chapter 12: Canine First Aid. Chapter 13: Drug Therapy for Dogs. Chapter 14: Complementary and Alternative Therapies. PART IV: Health for the Body and Soul. Chapter 15: Stocking Up on the Supplies You and Your Dog Need. Chapter 16: Getting the Lead Out: Exercising Your Dog. Chapter 17: We Want You!: Enrolling Your Dog in Basic Training. PART V: Caring for the Canine Senior. Chapter 18: Helping Your Dog Age Gracefully. Chapter 19: Coping with Cancer. Chapter 20: Making the Difficult Decision to End Your Dog's Life. PART VI: The Part of Tens. Chapter 21: Ten Great Dog Health and Nutrition Web Resources. Chapter 22: Ten Signs of Illness to Watch For. Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Keep Your Dog Healthy. Chapter 24: Ten Household Hazards. Appendix: Resources. Index. Book Registration Information.
£15.29
