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From nose to tail and everything in between - this is your visual
guide to understanding your four-legged friend! When your dog looks
at you with those big, expressive puppy-dog eyes, do you ever
wonder what's going on in their fur-covered heads? This dog book
will help you gain invaluable canine insight through quirky
illustrations and infographics. The unique dog encyclopedia
explores and explains the world of dogs! It includes: - The dog in
pictures - with more than 500 original illustrations - Encyclopedic
in scope - covers dog behaviour, psychology, communication, history
and dog breeds, as well as celebrity pups and record-breaking
hounds - Dog infographics that communicate facts and ideas in a fun
way - Witty language that will both inform and entertain readers Do
you walk your dog or does your dog walk you? Can you teach an old
dog new tricks? What is your dog saying with its wagging tail? This
fun visual book gives you all the essential facts about dogs to
help you translate their curious canine behaviour. Covering
history, breeds, dog care, and training, How Dogs Work is the
perfect gift for dog lovers of all ages - from 9 to 109! From how
dogs evolved from the wolf to our favourite pet to the finer points
of working dogs and show dogs - this unique dog guide is a
wonderful celebration of man's best friend! Learn what experts
believe the cute doggy head tilt could mean, explore what your
dog's wagging tail could be saying about their mood and discover
the world's fastest dog that's twice as quick as Usain Bolt. This a
must-have book for every soon-to-be dog whisperer!
Genetic improvement is an essential component of the management of
animal genetic resources and can make important contributions to
food security and rural development. Yet, the majority of
developing countries have not been successful in sustaining breed
development programmes. The objective of these guidelines is to
help countries plan and develop effective genetic improvement
programmes and to maximize the chances that such programmes will be
sustained. These guidelines address Strategic Priority Area 2 of
the Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic resources adopted in
2007, and are intended for use by policy-makers and organizations
involved in livestock development.
Before crude oil and the combustion engine, the industrialized
world relied on a different kind of power - the power of the horse.
Horses in Society is the story of horse production in the United
States, Britain, and Canada at the height of the species'
usefulness, the late nineteenth and early twentieth-century.
Margaret E. Derry shows how horse breeding practices used during
this period to heighten the value of the animals in the marketplace
incorporated a intriguing cross section of influences, including
Mendelism, eugenics, and Darwinism. Derry elucidates the
increasingly complex horse world by looking at the international
trade in army horses, the regulations put in place by different
countries to enforce better horse breeding, and general aspects of
the dynamics of the horse market. Because it is a story of how
certain groups attempted to control the market for horses, by
protecting their breeding activities or 'patenting' their work,
Horses in Society provides valuable background information to the
rapidly developing present-day problem of biological ownership.
Derry's fascinating study is also a story of the evolution of
animal medicine and humanitarian movements, and of international
relations, particularly between Canada and the United States.
The Franciscana Dolphin: On the Edge of Survival provides the most
updated and comprehensive knowledge on the most endangered marine
mammal in the Western South Atlantic Ocean. It synthesizes all
available information on this dolphin species, also referred to as
La Plata dolphin, ranging from taxonomy, evolution, diet, parasites
and diseases, reproduction and growth, to genetic diversity and
stock definition, distribution, abundance, behavior, as well as the
threats and causes behind the dwindling population numbers. Written
by international experts, this book explores aspects of the
species' natural history and urgent problems of accidental
mortality in fishing nets, contamination, and habitat loss. It
offers the most current research and practices on rehabilitating
debilitated animals and presents initiatives at the regional and
international level for species conservation, including current and
potential strategies related to marine protected areas and public
policies. The Franciscana Dolphin: On the Edge of Survival is an
important resource for researchers and practitioners in marine
conservation, marine biology, and zoology, particularly those who
seek to gain the most reputable information on vulnerable marine
mammal species for conservation efforts. Policymakers and public
officials involved in environmental protection and planning will
also find this useful to combat similar threats with other dolphin
species around the world
The "Milking Your Goats What You Need To Know Guide" helps you
learn about milking goats and what to consider. Why Milk Goats? How
much milk can goats produce? What are your goat's nutritional
requirements when milking? Why record the quantities of milk you
get from your goat? What do you need to milk goats? Why dry goats?
What about Mastitis and milking goats? Keeping your milking goats
healthy is vital for optimum production of goat's milk and what you
need to know is covered in this guide.
Reproductive Biology of the Crocodylia is based on over 40 years of
research on global crocodiles, alligators and caimans. It brings
together data and information previously scattered across
publications to synthesize knowledge on the history, ecology,
physiology and anatomy of crocodilians. The book provides a
comprehensive look at the physiology, current taxonomy, ecology and
sexual maturity factors of these reptiles. It then delves into the
anatomy and cycles of both male and female reproduction systems,
including nesting and incubation, temperature-dependent sex
determination, and sex ratios across various species populations.
Finally, the book focuses on conservation efforts to protect the
reproductive cycle, taking factors such as pollution, climate
change, and human disruption into consideration. It is an ideal
resource for wildlife biologists and herpetologists seeking
up-to-date and thorough research data on conservation efforts. It
will also be helpful for exotic animal veterinarians, zookeepers,
and alligator or crocodile farmers.
Since the middle of the twentieth century the world has witnessed a
succession of political and social disruptions. Globalisation,
technological advancement, climate change, human migration, war and
conflict - all have caused major worldwide upheavals. In this
light, it's unsurprising that conservation of rare breed animals
has been neglected. Yet the preservation of these genetic resources
- this biological diversity - is an essential ingredient of
sustainable life on Earth, and not something we can afford to lose.
This book challenges often repeated 'facts' about livestock
farming, straight from the horse's mouth. In it, rare breeds expert
Lawrence Alderson CBE argues for a reasoned and evidence-based
approach from political and public circles. Correcting
misconceptions as he goes, he recounts the creation and development
of the rare breed conservation movement, addresses extinctions and
genetic safe-guarding measures, and considers where we go from
here. Challenged as we are by climate change, sustainability and
feeding the world, perhaps it is these endangered animals that hold
the answer - perhaps with them, we can adapt to our changing
environment and see a way forward to a more certain future.
Jaguars of the Northern Pantanal: Panthera Onca at the Meeting of
the Waters details the lives and behaviors of this subpopulation of
jaguars through one-of-a-kind photographs from 26 international
photographers, as well as illustrations, maps, waypoints,
scientific insights, field journal excerpts and personal
narratives. The book seeks to understand how locals can coexist
with these cats while benefitting financially through ecotourism.
Users will find this book to be a conceptual model to apply to
other subpopulations in order to save jaguars throughout North and
South America. It is an ideal resource for researchers and
practitioners in wildlife conservation, naturalism ecotourism and
biologists.
An accessible, practical resource for pasture-based rabbit
production-complete with rabbit husbandry basics, enterprise
budgets, and guidelines for growing, processing and selling rabbits
commercially. In recent years, there has been talk in the food
world that rabbits make more sense than chicken. In a country with
a $41 billion broiler chicken industry, this might seem like a
pretty bold statement, but it’s hardly unsubstantiated. And yet
while media has been abuzz about the supposed super protein, very
few farmers are stepping up to meet the rapidly increasing interest
in sustainably raised rabbit meat. This is partly due to the lack
of available resources in the field of rabbit husbandry. Raising
Pastured Rabbits for Meat is the first book to address the growing
trend of ecological rabbit husbandry for the beginning to
market-scale farmer. Inspired by Daniel Salatin, who has long been
considered the pioneer in integrated rabbit farming, Nichki
Carangelo proves that a viable pasture-based rabbitry is not only
possible and user-friendly, it’s also profitable. In
Carangelo’s approach, happy, healthy rabbits are seasonally
raised outside on pasture, using a pasture and wire hybrid system
that promotes natural behaviors and a diverse diet, while
effectively managing the associated risks. Raising Pastured Rabbits
for Meat offers valuable information on how farmers can build their
own rabbit enterprise from scratch and includes tips on breed
selection, breeding techniques, nutrition guidelines, record
keeping tools, slaughtering and butchering instructions, marketing
advice, and enterprise guides to help farmers plan for
profitability. This is an essential guide for anyone interested in
integrating rabbits onto a diversified farm or homestead.
China is one of the world's largest developing agricultural
countries and dominates the international livestock revolution in
terms of its aggregate size and growth rate. While the sheep meat
industry is still in the early stages of development, it is an
excellent example of the upheaval taking place in Chinese
agriculture. This book focuses on the growing sheep meat industry
while drawing on associated research from other areas of the
Chinese livestock section. Using this research, the authors use the
sheep meat industry case study to illustrate the broader trends
that apply more generally to the Chinese livestock sector,
especially in the case of ruminant livestock.
Wildlife Conservation in Africa: A Scientific Approach presents
comprehensive management strategies for the consumptive and
non-consumptive utilization of wildlife across Sub-Saharan Africa.
It describes African economies that are currently dependent on
wildlife resources and prescribes strategies for conserving
biodiversity in both forests and animals in ecosystems across the
continent. The book covers the history and current status of how
Africa's culture, traditions, healthcare and food sources are woven
intricately around the local wildlife and resources. It is a
necessary resource for researchers and practitioners in wildlife
and ecological conservation, but is also useful for administrators
and managers of protected areas.
Strategies for Successful Animal Shelters is the first book to
assess the relationship between shelter traits, activities and
critical outcome variables, such as live release or save rates.
This book provides a data-based evaluation of shelter processes and
practices with explicit recommendations for improved shelter
activities. Using a survey of licensed animal shelters, case
studies, and data on state inspections, complaints, and save rates,
this book provides an assessment of the activities, processes, and
procedures that are most likely to lead to positive outcomes for a
variety of animal shelters. The book also contributes to community
debate around animal sheltering and provides best practices,
methods and means to assess local shelters to ensure the highest
level of animal welfare. It is a valuable resource for animal
shelter professionals and rescue groups, as well as students in
disciplines such as animal science, animal welfare and shelter
medicine.
Striking a perfect point, flushing grouse for hours, and retrieving
perfectly to hand, two German shorthaired pointer dogs named Jager
and Cent are at the heart of this huntsman's memoir. After hiring
an expert to find the best of this breed in the world, William
Urseth created "The Line"--generations of dogs that not only won
countless tournaments but also created countless highs and
heartbreaks in their lifetimes of bird hunting and spending days in
the field. Centering on stories about the Minnesota Horse and Hunt
Club, the kennel and dogs there, and the hunts in the northern
Midwest of the U.S., these dog tales comprise an entertaining and
touching look at the German shorthaired pointer breed and one man's
relationship with it.
"I grab the motionless lamb, which is frighteningly slippery, and
scramble on my feet, swinging its little body around to help it
breathe. I see its chest move, then it sneezes and starts
breathing. It's stunned by its delivery experience. As am I. I'm
high on adrenaline. Tears are streaming down my face. I pop the
lamb down on the ground and start frantically rubbing its tiny
body... Looking back, I can see that this was one of the first
moments of questioning whether I'm truly cut out for farming and
realising that the answer might be... yes"
-------------------------------------------------------------- Zoë
Colville spent years in a fancy hair salon with a long list of
clients, living on cigarettes, croissants, and a shoestring. It was
everything she'd ever wanted. But when an unexpected and
overwhelming loss caused her life to shift unexpectedly, she found
herself on a different path. One where the only use for a hairdryer
is warming new-born lambs; where the cycle of life on a farm gives
new meaning on purpose, and where nature is both a strict teacher
and a balm to soothe the pressures of everyday life. Alongside her
long-term boyfriend, Zoë is now a full-time farmer, business owner
and activist. In this memoir, she speaks vivaciously, humourously,
and candidly about the lessons learned along the way, from mental
health, social media and identity to surviving as an entrepreneur
in a shifting economy. And through those lessons - in love, loss,
and lambing - discovering something even more important: that it's
always the right time to take a bold step and try something new.
PRAISE FOR THE CHIEF SHEPHERDESS 'A new breed of shepherdess
blazing a trail across social media, challenging outdated ideas
about the job and capturing the public's imagination along the way'
- Daily Mail 'The shepherdess whose flock you definitely need to
follow' - Hello!
Quaggas were beautiful pony-sized zebras in southern Africa that
had fewer stripes on their bodies and legs, and a browner body
coloration than other zebras. Indigenous people hunted quaggas,
portrayed them in rock art, and told stories about them. Settlers
used quaggas to pull wagons and to protect livestock against
predators. Taken to Europe, they were admired, exhibited, harnessed
to carriages, illustrated by famous artists and written about by
scientists. Excessive hunting led to quaggas' extinction in the
1880s but DNA from museum specimens showed rebreeding was feasible
and now zebras resembling quaggas live in their former habitats.
This rebreeding is compared with other de-extinction and rewilding
ventures and its appropriateness discussed against the backdrop of
conservation challenges-including those facing other zebras. In an
Anthropocene of species extinction, climate change and habitat loss
which organisms and habitats should be saved, and should attempts
be made to restore extinct species?
A lively, engaging introduction to the history of goats in Britain,
and the recent renaissance of goat-related products. Ever wondered
why a goat's eyes have rectangular pupils? Or what happened to
Thor's goats each day after they finished pulling his thunderous
chariot? Do goat's milk, cheese and meat represent more ethical
food choices than cow and sheep products, and if so, can goat
farming play an important role in humankind's future? Whether
you're an aspiring smallholder, cheese fanatic or simply want to
know more about our caprine companions, this guide introduces the
fascinating history and folklore of goats and examines the
development of goatkeeping in Britain, shedding light on one of our
most intelligent, curious and mischievous domestic animals. It also
explains the origins and features of the sixteen British goat
breeds and the qualities of their products, and even has a few
craft and recipe ideas for you to try.
* Reviews the role that intellectual property plays in the
development of modern animal breeding and genetics* Discusses
common forms of intellectual property and economic issues relating
to patent protectionIntellectual property (IP) and patents
involving animals is an ever-changing field. The purpose of this
book is to review the role that intellectual property plays in the
development of modern animal breeding and genetics. It includes
discussion of the history of animal patenting, common forms of
intellectual property, economic issues related to patent protection
and the funding of research, ethical issues, and the consequences
of intellectual property in the modern animal genetics market
place.
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