Goes way beyond a typical breed book. The author's breadth of research, resources, insights and details are priceless. This book is a must-have for Catahoula owners Nikki Ott breeder of champions in conformation, obedience, hog hunting and baying I strongly feel that anyone who owns or wishes to own a Catahoula should read this book, and everyone breeding Catahoulas or wishing to breed them MUST read this book.

Don Abney is a man "who knows his own mind." He is not afraid to form his opinions based on facts as he knows them to be, with total disregard to popular folklore. This is the best book on the Catahoula I have ever read John Sumrall 40 years' experience breeding championship and working cattle dogs Don's new book contains information you cannot find elsewhere. I have learned a lot from reading it. As a breeder with over 40 years' experience, I will have it on my shelf and reference it often. I could not put it down. Aubrey Aden also breeding working and championship cattle dogs for 40 years.

The bestselling book that asks what dogs know and how they think, now in paperback.
The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and that other quirky animal, the human.
Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs' perceptual and cognitive abilities and then draws a picture of what it might be like to "be "a dog. What's it like to be able to smell not just every bit of open food in the house but also to smell sadness in humans, or even the passage of time? How does a tiny dog manage to play successfully with a Great Dane? What is it like to hear the bodily vibrations of insects or the hum of a fluorescent light? Why must a person on a bicycle be chased? What's it like to use your mouth as a hand? In short, what is it like for a dog to experience life from two feet off the ground, amidst the smells of the sidewalk, gazing at our ankles or knees?
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Inside of a Dog "explains these things and much more. The answers can be surprising--once we set aside our natural inclination to anthropomorphize dogs. "Inside of a Dog "also contains up-to-the-minute research--on dogs' detection of disease, the secrets of their tails, and their skill at reading our attention--that Horowitz puts into useful context. Although not a formal training guide, "Inside of a Dog "has practical application for dog lovers interested in understanding why their dogs do what they do. With a light touch and the weight of science behind her, Alexandra Horowitz examines the animal we think we know best but may actually understand the least. This book is as close as you can get to knowing about dogs without being a dog yourself.

The name of this book really says it all; it is the ULTIMATE book for anyone that is thinking about purchasing or already has the pleasure of sharing their love with a Yorkshire terrier. The author is not only a Yorkie owner, but also a breeder who showed and raised champions for over 25 years. This book contains all the information that you will ever need to know about Yorkies including: Detailed information about Yorkshire Terrier Standards. Feeding recommendations just for Yorkies, including a few homemade recipes. The history of Yorkshire Terriers and their Origin. Information about where to purchase a Yorkshire Terrier Puppy, and how to pick out your puppy from its littermates. Preparing your home for a new puppy arrival. Children, other pets and your Yorkie addition. Showing Your Yorkshire Terrier, explaining in detail the different show categories and what you can expect before, during and after a show. Yorkshire Terrier Teeth Care Brushing, Bathing & Grooming information, including hair wrapping. Immunizations Information. Pet Health Insurance and Yorkshire Terrier Health Concerns including: Hypoglycemia, Collapsed trachea, Luxating Patella, Pancreatitis, Canine Idiopathic Epilepsy, Portosystemic Shunt, Renal Failure, Retinal Dysplasia, Legg-Perthes Disease, Enteropathy, Distichia, Cataracts. Helpful hints for Traveling with your Yorkshire Terrier Spaying or Neutering information. Breeding your Yorkie, in detail, before you breed, selecting your mate, line breeding, inbreeding, outcross breeding, what to expect during the mating, and, when you should or shouldn't breed your pet. Detailed information explaining what you can expect during the pregnancy, whelping (the delivery) and afterwards care for mom and newborn puppies. Yorkie puppy care from birth including weaning the puppies from mom, and selling your puppies. Advice about when it's time to say Goodbye to your old friend. Also included are Yorkshire Terrier Facts, Oddities and Interesting Tidbits just for fun.

If it wasn't for dogs, some people would never go for a walk.
--anonymous Gotham Chopra considers himself a pretty average guy. He devours pizza, lives and dies by his hometown teams, and watches "Kung Fu Panda" with his son--daily. But his childhood wasn't quite so average. Growing up, Gotham was exposed to the deepest reservoirs of knowledge that his famous father, Deepak, could find; his childhood was part spiritual, part scientific, and totally unique. Now a newly minted father himself, he's contemplating the influences he wants to draw on for his own son. The first was no surprise: his father. The second was unexpected: his dogs. From Nicholas, the blaze of energy and anarchy who turned the family upside down, to Cleo, a rescue mutt with food issues, the Chopra dogs taught the family about curiosity and wisdom, open-mindedness and passion, not to mention loyalty and pig's ears. But what else, Gotham wondered? And how did these lessons compare to the ones that Deepak himself imparted? Gotham would soon find out. When his mother took an unexpected trip to India and leaves instructions to "look after Papa," father and son have an opportunity for male bonding on a big scale. That this bonding takes place on their daily walks seems almost natural. After all, Gotham also had in his care a nervous dog and an exuberant toddler, both with an insatiable need for exercise and exploration. So Gotham and Deepak walk and talk, discussing the laughs and licks that come with having a dog, along with the contradictions, complexities, and consequences of having children. They soon realize the qualities they observe and admire most in their pets are values we humans would do well to nurture within ourselves. They discover that our best friends have a lot to teach us. Gotham and Deepak's message may seem simple, but therein lies its brilliance. Heartfelt, endearing, and above all down to earth, "Walking Wisdom" offers readers both enlightenment and comfort, with a little bit of mayhem thrown in for good measure.

Their stories will make you smile, laugh and perhaps there will even be a few tears. Enjoy the heartwarming tails and journeys of the horses at Special Needs Ranch. Horses that have been abused, neglected, abandoned or in need of a gentle nudge from an unforeseen situation are learning to live their lives not in fear, but to interact as the herd animal God intended.

Sue and Wes Kranz open their hearts to provide a home for troubled horses and give them a second chance in their lives to share their unique gift with others with no questions asked. Horses that have been mistreated may never forget, but through our interactions with them they can learn to forgive.

Maddie's Tail of a horse with a special gift of helping others

Reagan helping someone overcoming their fear of animals

Ginger's journey to the Rainbow Bridge

Woody, our blind horse, living a normal life

Proceeds from the sale of this book directlysupport the horses of the Special Needs Ranch.

Explore the paw-some world of pooches in this definitive guide to dogs that's packed with fun facts and illustrations. Large continent maps show the origin of 150 weird and wonderful breeds like the Greenland Dog with wicked sledging skills. Plus amazing Pooch Profiles provide size, coat and personality stats. Kids will love this who's who of dogs! Discover bright and cheery dog diagrams to learn about their super senses and satisfy your canine curiosity with brilliant features about record-breaking hounds, fluffy film stars and more. Kids will meet some of the world's most unique pups like Africa's magnificent Basenji that doesn't bark but yodels and the mighty Irish Wolfhound that towers above its four-pawed friends. Inside Atlas of Dogs: - 150 awesome breeds and crossbreeds from North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand - Large maps of each continent that show where each dog breed originates from - Atlas of a dog's body and their super senses - Lively and colourful illustrations throughout with annotations that reveal unique and quirky dog facts and features - Pooch Profile detailing country of origin, size, coat and personality - Insightful Doggie Dictionary to help humans understand what their four-pawed pal is trying to say - Low-down of dogs with jobs including Hollywood hounds and courageous canines - Themed fun features that cover little dogs, gentle giants, heroic pups, doggie sports, furry film stars - and so much more - Plus, practical tips about just what it takes to look after your own waggy-tailed dog at home From small dogs to tall dogs to lovers-of-the-great-outdoors dogs, this book will take curious readers on a woof-tastic journey across the continents. Written by Frances Evans and featuring incredibly cute illustrations by Kelsey Heaton, Atlas of Dogs shares wow-factor facts about our furry best friends. Perfect for kids who want to learn more about the history of dogs and puppy personalities, this beautiful hardcover atlas can be treasured forever. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

This book helps pet owners fully understand what it means to care for a companion animal, from choosing a pet to veterinary visits and beyond. Pets are extremely popular in the United States. According to a recent survey, one third of American homes contain one or more cats; almost 40 percent of U.S. households include at least one dog. Pets serve as cherished companions for everyone from young children to senior citizens. However, there are responsibilities and risks involved with pet ownership, and the proper care of these animals that many consider "family" involves much more than keeping a water dish and food bowl full. This book is written by top animal health experts to explain our roles, rights, and health care challenges when bringing animals into our homes. Topics such as health, first aid, companion animal diseases, common surgeries, and alternative care for pets are all addressed. Information is also provided about pet birds, large pets such as horses, exotics such as snakes and reptiles, and "pocket pets" such as hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, and rats. Contains contributions from 13 nationally recognized veterinarians who are board certified in their respective fields Includes a bibliography with most chapters Includes a resource list of additional information organized by topic and type of animal Provides sidebars and tables offering quick reference info on health and disease in pets Serves as a ready reference for pet owners as well as a text for high school and college students focused on veterinary medicine and animal science and health

Inside you will find that I have tried to create a guide for the general dog owner. It is not intended to create a show dog or an award-winning dog, but to give you the groundwork, if that is your desire. This book is intended to help in choosing your dog, understanding your dog, training your dog in basic obedience, and accomplishing some of the general skills that are needed to be a successful dog owner. Dogs are living, loving creatures that make every effort to understand humans and try to please us by fitting into our pack. If you want the bond often seen with some other dog owners, you have to make an effort to understand the dog.

CAREGIVER FOLLOW ME is a unique book for chief caregivers of Alzheimer's patients living at home. Patti has heard the caregivers' pleas for help and has done something about it. "Caregivers need help and that help can come in the form of a specially trained dog; an Alzheimer's dog that the caregiver can train themselves." Patti knows her subject from twenty-five years of hands-on-experience and generously gives her knowledge in language a lay person can understand. For clarification she uses photographs, illustrations, stories, and diagrams. The dog's explicit job is "wander control" and Patti's humane training methods have been proven to work. All of the training techniques that Patti developed for the Alzheimer's dogs are available to you. She knows that caregivers will experience pure joy as they journey with her in creating an Alzheimer's dog that becomes their partner in the confrontation against dementia. Together they can keep their loved one at home where they can provide maximum care with less stress. Using Patti's personal knowledge of her subject matter you will craft a working partnership with your dog that gives you peace of mind and offers a myriad of therapeutic benefits for your patient, yourself, and your entire family. Wouldn't it be nice to get a good night's sleep knowing that your dog is affectionately watching over your loved one listening for, hearing, and recognizing a potential wandering situation? There would be no more, "What did I hear? Is she up? Should I get up again and check?" Your dog will handle this for you and be absolutely delighted to perform its job. The only wage that your dog asks for is your acknowledgement that it has done its job, has pleased you, and will get oodles of your love. Primary to your success is establishing the idea that each training session, from the dog's viewpoint, is a game it can play with you for its entire life. You will be teaching your dog nine steps that, once put together, will be known as the pattern, which the dog will execute in order to successfully complete its work task. These nine steps are taught from within five different environments; each one getting progressively more challenging for the dog. This way you can efficiently teach the dog what it must learn to become an Alzheimer's dog. Learn its language and listen to its voice--your dog is already reading you. Take pride in yourself and your dog. Teach your dog to hear for you.

"Buckley's Story" is the story of how one small cat changed the author's life in ways she never could have imagined. In this warm-hearted memoir, Ingrid King shares the story of Buckley, a joyful, enthusiastic and affectionate tortoiseshell cat she meets while managing a veterinary hospital. When Ingrid leaves her job at the veterinary hospital to start her own business, Buckley comes home to live with her and Amber, another tortoiseshell cat who had adopted the author several years earlier.

Buckley is diagnosed with heart disease after only two years of living with Ingrid, and caring for Buckley through her illness only deepens the bond between cat and human. Interspersed with well-researched information about cat health in general, and heart disease in particular, the author describes the challenges and rewards of managing illness in a feline companion, and ultimately helping her through the final transition. Ingrid shares both the day-to-day joys of living with a special cat as well as the profound grief that comes with losing a beloved animal companion.

"Buckley's Story" is a celebration of the soul connection between animals and humans, a connection that is eternal and transcends the physical dimension.