Animal Care

In 1995, Wilma Melville volunteered as a canine search-and-rescue (SAR) handler with her black Labrador Murphy in the aftermath of the Oklahoma City bombing. At the time, there were only 15 FEMA-certified SAR dogs in the US. Believing in the value of these remarkable animals to help save lives, Wilma knew many more were needed in the event of future major disasters. She made a vow to help 168 dogs receive search-and-rescue training in her lifetime - one for every Oklahoma City victim.

David Rosenfelt's loyal followers of the Andy Carpenter series are familiar with Tara, the Golden Retriever sidekick. Many also got to know Tara from Dogtripping, David's tales about becoming a slightly nutty dog rescuer and the dog that started it all. Here, finally, is a book all about the inspirational canine who taught David everything he knows. Well, he did know how to tie his shoes before he met and came to love Tara, but that's about it.

Aquariums are more than just glass boxes filled with water and fish; they are windows into vibrant underwater worlds teeming with life, color, and beauty. Whether you're a curious beginner with a fascination for aquatic ecosystems or someone seeking a relaxing and rewarding hobby, this book is your gateway to the captivating universe of freshwater and saltwater aquariums.

Your sweet little puppy has finally arrived and you surely feel on top of the world looking into its innocent eyes. Of course, this is only until you realize that this sweet little angel can actually make your house quite messy, forcing you to spend lots of time cleaning your house. How can you get out of this mess? It's simple; it is time to housebreak your little puppy.

The Dogs That Made Australia pays tribute to the dogs that gave their all for our prosperity: the fearless hounds that saved fledgling colonies from famine; the courageous heelers and tireless collies that powered the rise of beef and wool; the tough little home-grown terriers that protected the homestead and garden; and the extraordinary police dogs, ahead of their time, loved by the nation. The selfless exploits of our heroic dogs are writ indelibly in our nation's heritage and identity.

Un ouvrage essentiel pour ronronner de bonheur, recommandé par "Femme Actuelle" et "miaou" ! De nombreuses études récentes démontrent que les personnes vivant avec un chat jouissent d'une meilleure santé psychologique que les autres. Jour après jour, tous les propriétaires constatent le pouvoir de leur compagnon griffu, sans pour autant pouvoir se l'expliquer. Ce livre audio vous permet de le comprendre.

Hunden var menneskets allerførste husdyr og er i dag det mest populære familiedyr i Danmark. Alligevel bliver hunde ofte misforstået af deres ejere og andre mennesker, hvilket kan påvirke både hundenes velfærd og ejernes livskvalitet negativt. I Din kompetente hund formidler tre af landets førende hundeeksperter ny og forskningsbaseret viden om hunde, der kan hjælpe os med at forstå hundens natur og behov. Bogen giver både en teoretisk forståelse og konkrete anvisninger til, hvordan vi bliver bedre til at forstå vores hunde, så de kan trives, og vi kan få det bedst mulige ud af relationen.

Whenever middle-aged desert tour guide Forrest Bryant Johnson went out on his daily walks into the Mojave, all was usually peaceful and serene. But one beautiful summer day in 1987, Forrest heard a cry of distress. Following the cries, he came upon a small bobcat kitten, injured, orphaned, and desperately in need of help. So Forrest took his new feline friend home for a night.

If you want to know the best way to set up your saltwater aquarium and you want the healthiest fish possible, then this audiobook is for you.

Judy, a beautiful liver and white English pointer, and the only animal POW of WWII, truly was a dog in a million. Whether she was dragging men to safety from the wreckage of a torpedoed ship, scavenging food to help feed the starving inmates of a hellish Japanese POW camp, or by her presence alone bringing inspiration and hope to men living through the 20th century's darkest days, she was cherished and adored by the British, Australian, American and other Allied servicemen who fought to survive alongside her.

This is a brief introductory guide on dogs and why they behave the way they do.

Tras un tiempo sin verse, cuatro amigas se reencuentran en una casa de campo en Chosica para la despedida de soltera de una de ellas. El entusiasmo inicial viene acompañado de recuerdos y confidencias que pronto tensan el ambiente. Al intercambiar las dudas sobre su rol de parejas, madres e hijas, la reunión se transforma en un reflejo de sí mismas, de sus vínculos agrietados; se preguntan entonces qué las mantiene unidas

If you are considering getting into tie-down roping or you want to increase your knowledge and competitiveness, we have created a set of books that will give you the inside scoop on everything you need and want to know about tie-down roping, including tips, tricks, and industry secrets from the top tie-down ropers in the industry. Everything you dreamed of learning is in this two-set manual. Instead of paying thousands for hours upon hours of lessons, you can learn just as much in these books. Listen to them while you are practicing and create a personalized, interactive experience.

The Basics of Raising Backyard Chickens is a practical guide, from a lifelong chicken raiser. This audiobook shares simple yet practical knowledge which covers all aspects of raising healthy and happy chickens in suburban or even urban backyards.This guide to backyard chickens covers things like: why keep chickens, types of chickens, how to raise day old chicks, building shelters for your chickens, how to feed and water your girls (including simple automated systems), what to do with the eggs, how to sell you chickens, DIY equipment for butchering, how to butcher, and more.

Unlock the secrets of efficient, modern poultry care with 101 Chicken Keeping Hacks—your ultimate guide to transforming any backyard into a thriving poultry paradise. This comprehensive resource is packed with innovative tips on DIY chicken coop design, sustainable farming practices, and expert advice on organic nutrition and flock health. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced chicken keeper, you’ll discover modern techniques that blend time-honored traditions with cutting-edge technology to boost egg production, optimize feeding, and ensure a healthy, happy flock.

The story that became a global sensation: Sophie, the Australian cattle dog who was lost at sea and swam six miles through shark-infested waters to a remote island where she survived in the wild for five months.... It was just another day in paradise as Jan and Dave Griffith, along with their blue cattle dog, Sophie, motored out of Mackay Marina for a gorgeous weekend at sea. But when the sky suddenly darkened and the waves turned fierce, the unthinkable happened: Sophie disappeared overboard.

Labradoodle and Labradoodles is your complete Labradoodle audiobook guide! You will discover all the proven insider Labradoodle secrets you’ll need to have the very best experience with your Labradoodle. The Labradoodle breed is very unique, as is about to be revealed. Everything is covered from Labradoodle breed history, finding the best Labradoodle, Labradoodle puppies, how to pick the best, and avoid the worst! Labradoodle care and keeping your Labradoodle healthy, ensuring great behavior, is all covered.

For fans of A Street Cat Named Bob and Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World, Strays is a compelling true story of a man who rescues a stray, injured cat and how they save each other. Homeless, alcoholic, and depressed, Michael King lives in a UPS loading bay on the wrong side of the tracks in Portland, Oregon. One rainy night, he stumbles upon a hurt, starving, scruffy cat and takes her in.

О кошках ходит много мифов, и самостоятельно разобраться в том, какие из них правда, а какие — нет, невероятно сложно. В этой книге вы найдете ответы на все жизненные вопросы. Как выбрать котенка, с которым вы проживете долгую жизнь душа в душу? Нужно ли мыть и расчесывать кошку? Как понять, что кошка плохо себя чувствует, и чем ей можно помочь? Что кроется за кошачьей нечистоплотностью? Как защитить мебель от кошачьих когтей? Как правильно запретить что-то кошке и эффективны ли при этом наказания? Можно ли что-то сделать с еженощными "тыгыдыками" или придется терпеть их всю жизнь?

Getting a puppy home is easily one of the best decisions you will ever make with your life. I mean, who doesn’t love those dreamy eyes, those cute little waggling tails, or those tiny little paws? Puppies are easily the fluffiest and the most wonderful thing to ever happen to us. But the feeling of "How cute is this guy" fades away pretty quickly if your puppy remains untrained and does not listen to anything you say. Now he is a big dog - untrained and uncontrollable.