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The Collins Gem series is being relaunched in Spring 2004 and this
new title features a new internal design and a strong new cover
design. Packed full of tips for the aspiring watercolourist, its
handy format makes it ideal for quick reference either in the
studio or out in the field. Contents include: essential tips on all
the basic watercolour techniques, plus helpful advice on sketching
and drawing guidelines on painting skies, backgrounds, foregrounds,
the main subject, trees, details and shadows clear and
straightforward step-by-step instructions for painting a complete
landscape in 7 easy stages tips on painting water in various forms
and adding people to a painting
From millennia-old cave art to world-famous internet sensations,
dogs have inspired artists to strive to capture their loyal
personalities and antics for as long as they've been our furry
friends. This joyous collection celebrates dogs in art, spanning
eras, styles and continents, from the brushes of masters such as
Manet, Toulouse-Lautrec, Sargent, Gauguin, Klee, Picasso and more.
Why My Cat Is More Impressive Than Your Baby is chockfull of comics
about cats, babies, dogs, lasers, selfies, and pigeons! This book
contains a vast wealth of never-before-seen comics, including
informative guides, such as: How to comfortably sleep next to your
cat 10 ways to befriend a misanthropic cat How to hold a baby when
you are not used to holding babies A dog's guide to walking a human
being How to cuddle like you mean it. Includes a pull-out poster
of: How to tell if your cat thinks you're not that big of a deal.
When Dr. Cyrus Mills returned home after inheriting his estranged
father's veterinary practice, The Bedside Manor for Sick Animals,
the last thing he wanted was to stay in Eden Falls, Vermont, a
moment longer than absolutely necessary. However, the previously
reclusive veterinarian pathologist quickly found that he actually
enjoyed treating animals and getting to know the eccentric
residents of the tiny provincial town-especially an alluring
waitress named Amy. So Cyrus is now determined to make Bedside
Manor thrive. Not an easy goal, given that Healthy Paws, the
national veterinary chain across town, will stop at nothing to
crush its mom-and-pop competitor. And the rival vet practice isn't
Cyrus's only competition; a handsome stranger shows up out of
nowhere who clearly has a mysterious past with Amy. To top it off,
Cyrus finds himself both the guardian of a very unique orphaned dog
and smack in the middle of serious small town drama. This charming
sequel to The Patron Saint of Lost Dogs is a wild and delightful
ride through one jam- packed week, where Cyrus must figure out how
to outsmart the evil veterinary conglomerate, win back Amy's heart,
solve several tricky veterinary cases, find a home for an orphaned
dog, and detangle himself from an absurd case of mistaken identity.
DOG GONE, BACK SOON brims with Nick Trout's trademark humor, charm,
and captivating animal stories, and is proof that all dogs, lost or
not, on four feet or two, deserve a second chance.
We learn so much from our canine companions, and along the way they
keep us company, provide unconditional love, and share in the ups
and downs of our lives. What do we learn from our dogs? Everything.
Our dogs make us better people. If we rescued them, they rescue us
back. If we're sad, they comfort us. If we need to have more fun,
they show us how. They are our protectors, our role models, and our
best friends. You'll laugh a lot, tear up at times, and nod your
head in recognition as you read these tales about the wonderful
experience of sharing life with a dog. Life lessons from our dogs
come in many forms, from the hilarious to the heroic. You'll enjoy
a wide variety in these 101 entertaining stories.
Following on from Tom's life with six cats in UNDER THE PAW, he now
picks up the story in TALK TO THE TAIL, updating readers on what
has happened with his feline friends as well as looking back for
more confessions about his animal-loving past. Readers of Tom's
previous book will be delighted to read what has happened to his
six eccentric cats. Why does Janet keep bringing 1980s sweet
wrappers into the house? Will 24-hour surveillance of The Bear,
using a state-of-the-art cat GPS system, finally solve the mystery
of his wanderlust? Tom also writes about his bumbling forays into
the remainder of the animal kingdom. He attempts to overcome his
crippling fear of horses with disastrous results, chase ostriches
in Kenya, put his hand into a tiger's mouth for 0.9 seconds and he
meets his 'alter-doggo' -- the spaniel Tom regularly walks who
likes to roll around in dead animals. Where will it all end? Will
he give in to temptation and get a dog, a goat or even more cats?
With this soppy creature-obsessive, anything is possible.
We love our pets. Dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other species
have become an essential part of more families than ever before.
Pet owners are drawn to their animal companions through an innate
desire to connect with other species. But there is a dark side to
our domestic connection with animal life: the pet industry is
contributing to a global conservation crisis for wildlife, often
without the knowledge of pet owners. In Unnatural Companions,
journalist Peter Christie issues a call to action for pet owners.
If we hope to reverse the alarming trend of wildlife decline, pet
owners must acknowledge the pets-versus-conservation dilemma and
concede that our well-fed and sheltered cats too often prey on
garden wildlife and seemingly harmless reptiles released into the
wild might be the next destructive invasive species. We want our
pets to eat nutritionally healthy food, but how does the designer
food we feed them impact the environment? Christie's book is a
cautionary tale to responsible pet owners about why we must change
the ways we love and care for our pets. It concludes with the
positive message that the small changes we make at home can foster
better practices within the pet industry that will ultimately
benefit our pets' wild brethren.
If you've found yourself almost inconsolable after your pet died,
please know that you're normal. If you've found that your family
and friends don't seem to understand the level of your grief,
please know that, too, is normal. Without comparing our
relationships with our pets to those with people, we know that,
because of the unique emotional relationships we have with our
pets, their deaths produce a level of pain that is difficult to
describe. If you relate to any or all of these sentences, this book
is for you. We have been there and most probably will be there
again. We will be with you on this journey to help your heart deal
with the absence of your cherished companion. -Russell, Cole, and
John Your relationship with your pet is special-it's a bond that is
very different than those that human beings share with each other.
When a beloved pet passes away, people often resort to incorrect
mechanisms to deal with the grief, such as trying to move too
quickly past the loss (dismissing the real impact), or even
attempting to replace the pet immediately. However, these are
merely two myths out of six that the authors discuss and dismantle
in The Grief Recovery Handbook for Pet Loss. Based on the authors'
Grief Recovery Method (R), this book addresses how losing a pet is
different from losing a human loved one, and ultimately, how to
move on with life.
The bestselling story of survival and our powerful bond with
man's best friend, in the aftermath of the nation's most notorious
animal cruelty case. Featuring a new Afterword with updates on the
Vick dogs.
Animal lovers and sports fans were shocked when the story broke
about NFL player Michael Vick's brutal dog-fighting operation. But
what became of the fifty-one dogs who survived? As acclaimed writer
Jim Gorant reveals, their story is the truly newsworthy aspect of
this case. "The Lost Dogs" traces the effort to bring Vick to
justice and turns the spotlight on these infamous pit bulls, which
were saved from euthanasia by an outpouring of public appeals
coupled with a court order that Vick pay nearly a million dollars
in "restitution" to the dogs.
As an ASPCA-led team evaluated each one, they found a few
hardened fighters, but most were lovable, friendly creatures
desperate for compassion. In "The Lost Dogs," we meet these amazing
animals, many of whom now live in loving homes and work in therapy
programs. "The Lost Dogs" exposes the terrible practice of dog
fighting and shows us that even after being subjected to
heartbreaking abuse, above all, a dog still wants to be man's best
friend.
Friendly, dependable, intelligent, and easy to care for, donkeys
are increasingly prized by small-scale farmers, horse lovers, and
animal enthusiasts. Already, there are hundreds of thousands of
donkeys and mules in the U.S., and their population is growing
steadily. Donkeys not only pull carts, carry riders, and tote gear
for hikers, but they also make terrific stable companions and
livestock guardians, and they are renowned for their skills in
transport, raising water, milling, and farm tillage. They're also
gentle with children and the elderly, making them a popular therapy
animal and family pet.
A donkey is not simply a long-eared horse, however; understanding
the donkey's distinctive traits is critical to the animal's
well-being and usefulness. "The Donkey Companion," by Sue Weaver,
offers a comprehensive overview of this hardy creature -- the most
complete, up-to-date reference of its kind. Here is everything
donkey enthusiasts need to know about the animal's history,
physiology, behavior, breed characteristics, daily care, and health
needs.
Readers will come to understand this versatile animal, and through
understanding will become skilled, satisfied owners. "The Donkey
Companion" offers detailed information about different breeds and
types; provides tips for finding and selecting the right animal;
explains donkeys' daily care and health requirements; and guides
readers through the nuances of training, riding, driving, and
breeding. The book is enhanced with fun facts, training tips,
quotes, photographs, illustrations, and additional resources. From
foaling to first aid, and from grooming to professional showing,
this extensive guide offers everything a donkey ownerneeds to get
the most out of this gentle, hardworking animal.
The incredible, moving and hilarious story of Cheeta the Chimp,
simian star of the big screen, on a behind-the-scenes romp through
the golden years of Hollywood. As heard on Radio 4, starring Jon
Malcovich and Julian Sands. The greatest Hollywood Tarzan, Johnny
Weissmuller, died in 1984. Maureen O'Sullivan, his Jane, died in
1998. Weissmuller's son, who first played Boy in the 1939 film
'Tarzan Finds a Mate', has gone too. But Cheeta the Chimp, who
starred with them all, is alive and well, retired in Palm Springs
as an abstract painter. At the incredible age of seventy-six, he is
by far the oldest living chimpanzee ever recorded. Now, in this
extraordinary debut novel, James Lever uncovers the astonishing
tale of Cheeta... Cheeta was just a baby when snatched from the
Liberian jungle in 1932, by the great animal importer Henry
Trefflich, who went on to supply NASA with its 'Monkeys for Space'
programme. That same year, Cheeta appeared in 'Tarzan the Ape Man',
and in 1934 'Tarzan and His Mate', in which he famously stole the
clothes from a naked O'Sullivan, dripping wet from an underwater
swimming scene with Weissmuller. Full of humour, wit and emotion,
James Lever's novel tells the truly unique tale of a monkey stolen
from deepest Africa and forced to make a living among the fake
jungles and outrageous stars of Hollywood's golden age. Cheeta's
tinseltown journey extends beyond the screen, to his struggle with
drink and addiction to cigars, his breakthrough with a radical new
form of abstract painting, 'Apeism', his touching relationship with
his retired nightclub-performing grandson Jeeta, now a considerable
artist in his own right, his fondness for hamburgers and his battle
in later life with diabetes, and, through thick and thin, carer Dan
Westfall, his loving companion who has helped this magnificent
monkey come to terms with his peculiar past. Funny, moving - and so
searingly honest, you know it has to be fiction - 'Me Cheeta'
transports us back to a lost Hollywood. Cheeta is a real star, and
this is the greatest celebrity non-memoir of recent times...
A beautifully written, deeply provocative inquiry into the
intersection of animal and disability liberation—and the debut of
an important new social critic How much of what we understand of
ourselves as “human†depends on our physical and mental
abilities—how we move (or cannot move) in and interact with the
world? And how much of our definition of “human†depends on its
difference from “animalâ€? Drawing on her own experiences as a
disabled person, a disability activist, and an animal advocate,
author Sunaura Taylor persuades us to think deeply, and sometimes
uncomfortably, about what divides the human from the animal, the
disabled from the nondisabled—and what it might mean to break down
those divisions, to claim the animal and the vulnerable in
ourselves, in a process she calls “cripping animal ethics.â€
Beasts of Burden suggests that issues of disability and animal
justice—which have heretofore primarily been presented in
opposition—are in fact deeply entangled. Fusing philosophy, memoir,
science, and the radical truths these disciplines can bring—whether
about factory farming, disability oppression, or our assumptions of
human superiority over animals—Taylor draws attention to new worlds
of experience and empathy that can open up important avenues of
solidarity across species and ability. Beasts of Burden is a
wonderfully engaging and elegantly written work, both philosophical
and personal, by a brilliant new voice.
As seen on ITV's This Morning 'You really can learn to talk to your
pet' - Daily Mail We all want what's best for our pets, but what if
we simply don't understand what that is? With this easy
introductory guide to animal communication, you can leave out the
guesswork and open yourself to a deeper, richer relationship with
your pet. In this book, you will: * Learn exactly what animal
communication is, how it differs from being a pet psychic and the
different types of ways you can psychically communicate with your
pet, including Beth's unique PACT method * Receive important
messages from your pet, learn to communicate with other people's
pets, as well as read messages via photographs * Understand how to
solve behavioural issues in your pet and help them with their
wellbeing * Be able to learn how to use animal communication to
help cope with the loss of a beloved pet as well as learn how to
use your new skills to locate a missing animal. Your pet is part of
your family, they know what you are feeling, and now you can really
understand what they are feeling too.
Queer Entanglements provides the first comprehensive account of the
intersections of lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, trans, and
non-binary people's lives with the lives of animals. Exploring
diverse topics such as domestic violence, grief following the loss
of an animal, veganism, cruelty-free makeup products, Pride events,
and community activism, the book offers a theoretical and empirical
basis for understanding the contexts that bring together human and
animal lives. By using real-world examples, it provides a lively
and engaging view of what it means to think about the connections
between animal and human lives, even when human experiences operate
at the expense of animal wellbeing. This critical, intersectional,
and interdisciplinary perspective on human-animal relations will be
of interest to scholars and students in human-animal studies,
psychology, sociology, social work, and cultural and gender
studies.
Let Steve Murray show you step by step how to learn Psychic
Communication with dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, any and all pets!
The steps explain how to Psychically send information to a pet, and
how to Psychically receive information from a pet. Any person can
learn Pet Psychic Communication with Steve's guidance. Two psychic
abilities assist with Pet Psychic communication: Clairsentience and
Clairvoyance. "Clairvoyance" is the psychic ability of receiving
information mentally through images. "Clairsentience" is the
psychic ability of receiving information through feelings and
bodily sensations. Steve also provides a Bonus program on the video
that will help open both psychic abilities for you. The DVD
includes: A complete step-by-step instructions on how to
psychically communicate with pets; A program to increase your
Clairsentience and Clairvoyance abilities; Instructions for Long
Distance Pet Psychic Communication. Steve also explains
Clairsentience & Clairvoyance; Biological Intelligence; Alpha
& Theta Brain Waves; Brain Wave Entrainment; and, Isochronic
Tones.
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling creator of Heads and Dog
comes a funny and interactive book featuring everyone's favorite
pets! Children will delight in this interactive introduction to an
incredible assortment of pets, from guinea pigs and rabbits to
pot-bellied pigs, reptiles, fish, and more! Sturdy pull tables,
flaps, textures, and a fabulous pop-up finale will engage young
readers as they discover the world of possible pets to get! Pets is
an interactive and read aloud favorite for all toddlers who love
animals.
Michael Stern, PhD, is a clinical psychologist practicing in New
York and New Jersey. He is an adjunct associate professor at
Teachers' College of Columbia University, and a clinical supervisor
in a number of other academic institutes. He has worked and
published in the field of the human-animal bond, is counseling
bereaved pet owners, and is currently involved in assisting pet
owners who are threatened with evictions and legal actions by their
landlords. This activity grew out of frequently asked questions at
book signing events, radio call-in shows, and television
interviews, when it became clear that too many people are forced to
part with their pets because of housing restrictions. Stern's
experience with various age groups serves as background to many of
the chapters in Loving and Losing a Pet. In following the meaning
that pet ownership has in different phases of life, one can gain a
better appreciation of the bonds that develop. It also enhances
one's understanding of the grief involved in losing a pet at any of
these phases. The book is based on real people with real pets. The
many anecdotes that are offered as illustrations were taken from
the professional experience of the book's coauthor, Susan Cropper,
a veterinarian with a unique home visiting practice in northern New
Jersey. Such an approach made it easier to address practical issues
and concerns in a clear and specific manner, while all along
preserving the authors' awe and appreciation of the wonderful bond
between people and their pets.
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