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When a panicked stranger shows up at Charm and Cherish, Becca
Colwin feels compelled to help. But when that stranger then
disappears, leaving behind her heirloom violin the aspiring witch
detective is drawn further into a web of deceit and intrigue
complicated by a history that only Becca's three magical cats truly
understand.
Pet loss has grown as an area of concern, with greater awareness of
this kind of grief. Pet ownership itself is at an all-time high;
half of all UK households own a pet, and 63 percent of all U.S.
households, equating to more than 69 million US households. Company
and affection are the number one benefits from pets, and
three-quarters of dog owners consider their pet as a child or
family member. Small wonder that losing a companion animal can be
devastating. It can upset a young family, present children with
their first experience of death, and may also be an unwelcome rite
of passage for teenagers. For older people, it can mean the
complete disruption of their daily lives - at least 40 per cent
rely on a pet for daily exercise. For some, pet loss evokes
unresolved mourning issues from earlier losses and can have serious
emotional implications. Subjects in this sympathetic and
comprehensive book include: stages of grieving; when mourning mask
deeper problems; dealing with those who don't understand; helping
children cope; considering euthanasia; missing: when pet loss isn't
death related; special loss: losing a service dog; remembering a
pet; and when to get another pet.
"All in the Family - Pet Menageries" takes an in depth look at
owning two or more pets. This insightful book is aimed at both
current owners and potential pet owners who would like to share
their home with an animal companion, but can't make-up their mind
what kind - or if two or more animals might be a better solution.
Through studies and lots of real life examples, the author hopes to
convince pet lovers that two's company - and even three is
definitely not a crowd. The book explores why more than one pet is
a great idea for all concerned - for both owners and pets. It is
also highlights how pets could benefit from the presence of other
animals in the household, and in some cases be given a completely
new lease of life. Although many might feel two dogs or cats are
plenty, it could be that more are even merrier. Expert advice is
given on making the right choices to avoid a combination that
clearly won't work, perhaps due to the breed of dog or cat; the
owner's location or residence; a current lifestyle situation, or
the incompatibility or some combinations for numerous reasons.
Combinations of dogs and cats, as well as other animals are
discussed, with clear evidence that pets such as rabbits, pigs and
hedgehogs, among others, can all live happily in a mixed
environment. Featuring interviews with multi-animal families, who
relate their personal experiences in their real life, mixed
menageries, the book is illustrated through dynamic photographs of
multiple pets at play, eating, sleeping and interacting with each
other, their owners and families, showing what fun, joy, laughter
and love more than one pet can bring to a home.
Behaviour 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.
Herbs for Pets, by herbalists and holistic experts Gregory L.
Tilford and Mary L. Wulff, is the bible for all pet owners looking
to enhance their companion animals' lives through natural
therapies. Now in its second revised edition, Herbs for Pets is an
indispensable resource, an exhaustive compendium of medicinal
plants and natural remedies that hosts an illustrated tour through
Western, ayurvedic, and Chinese herbs that grow in North America,
including their holistic applications and contraindications, and
alternative approaches to treating a wide range of ailments.
Remedies in the book are applicable to dogs and cats, as well as
birds, small mammals, and even farm animals.
The book is organized into three chapters, the first is dedicated
to the "Principles and Practices of Herbalism," discussing the many
facets of herbs, concerns about toxicity, basic herbal preparation,
the ethical use of herbs, the connection between herbs and diet,
and using herbs as dietary supplements.
Chapter 2, titled "Materia Medica: An A-Z Guide to Herbs for
Animals," is an exhaustive 150-page section presenting color
photographs and text about the appearance, habitat and range, cycle
and bloom season, parts used, primary medicinal activities,
strongest affinities, common uses, availability, propagation and
harvest, alternatives and adjuncts, and cautions and comments for
65 different herbs (from Alfalfa to Yucca ). The common uses
section is extensive for each herb, discussing the nutrient value,
various qualities, and ways in which the herb is used for specific
treatments.
The third chapter of the book is titled "An Herbal Repertory for
Animals: Ailments and Treatments" and details remedies for the
following: anxiety, nervousness, and behavioral problems; arthritis
and hip dysplasia; cancer; cardiovascular problems; digestive
system problems; ear problems; elderly animal care; endocrine
system and related problems; epilepsy, convulsions, and seizures;
eye problems; first aid, immune system care; mouth and nose
problems; parasite-related problems; pregnancy and lactation; skin
problems; and urinary problems. The authors share over two dozen
herbal remedies for various ailments, from asthma and pneumonia to
constipation and eye cleaner. A glossary of over 200 terms is
included, as are references and a comprehensive index.
With clear, concise and immensely practical advice on how animals
communicate, behave and self-medicate, The Animal Healer is ideal
for anyone who wishes to understand more about animals, healing and
themselves. When her horse 'Wow' was seriously injured, Elizabeth
Whiter discovered her incredible talent for hands-on healing and
also observed how Wow took steps to heal himself. Now with over
1,000 animals treated, Elizabeth shares her remarkable journey,
knowledge and experience. She also explains many of the theories
that inform her practice including how to provide hands-on healing;
sensing and aligning the energies; zoopharmacognosy - an emerging
science that refers to the instinctive methods animals use to
self-medicate; and how to feed your animals, providing delicious
recipes that are healthy for both you and your pets. The Animal
Healer shows how a remarkable experience has led to wisdom that
anyone who cares about animals will find invaluable.
If The Barefoot Beekeeper was the harbinger of the 'natural
beekeeping' movement, then this is the workshop manual. Together
with its companion volume - Balanced Beekeeping I: Building a Top
Bar Hive - this book will lead you gently into a fascinating
relationship with the most engaging of nature's workers: the
honeybee. The author draws on 15 years of experience with many
types of hive in the both amateur and professional beekeeping
contexts. You will want this book beside you for years to come!
George Clooney is not one for long-term relationships. But what's
remained beyond the grasp of any woman to date was no problem for
the pot-bellied pig Max: before it died in 2006, Max had spent 18
years at the side of the "Sexiest Man Alive." Even half a century
ago, the photographer Edward Quinn recognised that the relationship
between stars and their pets is a special one. On the Cote d'Azur -
the Mecca of the 1950s and 1960s jet set - he managed to create
some of his most personal celebrity portraits in the presence of
their pets. Often shy and always on guard against fair-weather
friends, our glimpses of stars in Celebrity Pets alongside their
animal companions are unusually approachable and natural: Picasso
romping around with his dogs, Kabul and Lump, or the writer
Somerset Maugham on all fours, face to face with his Pekingese,
Chin. And we see the mongrel Guapa in a situation that every man of
the world would have dreamed of: in bed with Brigitte Bardot. Text
in English, German and French.
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