Animal Health

Balto has a quiet life as a sled dog - until tragedy strikes. Dozens of children in Nome become sick with diphtheria. Without antitoxin serum, they will perish - and the closest supply is 650 miles away! The only way to get the serum to Nome is by sled, but can the dogs deliver it in time? Heading bravely into a brutal blizzard, Balto leads the race for life.

You will literally find this book jam packed full of useful quotes giving clear advice and secret tips from the world’s best Goldendoodle breeders who have hundreds of years of experience in caring for Goldendoodles.

Mother nature has a lot to teach us, if only we open our eyes. Pigeons and dolphins offer creative strategies for preserving our memories and warding off dementia, while squirrels and pigs harbor secrets for managing chronic pain. In The Book of Animal Secrets, visionary physician and biomedical researcher David B. Agus, MD, explores all these ways—and more—that we can harness the wonders of the animal kingdom in our own, very human lives.

"J'adore la viande. Encore plus le poisson. J'aime l'odeur des saucisses grillées au barbecue, un soir d'été, dans le jardin. Je raffole du poisson que mon père chasse au fusil harpon, du poisson cru sous toutes ses formes, en sushi, en tartare, en ceviche. J'en mangeais tous les jours. Mais, depuis deux ans, je ne mange plus un seul morceau de viande. Depuis un an, plus un seul de poisson."

Transform the love you have for horses into a deep and lasting bond that is forged from optimal care for your horse’s health, a knowledge of the equine mind, and key strategies for communicating with your horse. Finally! Your lifelong dream has become a reality—you are about to own your very first horse. If you are a horse lover, it is very difficult to describe the unique sense of freedom and joy that arises every time you go horse riding.

O Brasil se vê chamado a encarar um novo desafio, que até o momento nenhuma nação do mundo deu conta de superar: organizar uma rede de atendimento médico-veterinário para animais de estimação carentes. Todo o potencial da caridade parece ter sido alcançado. Voluntários, associações filantrópicas e iniciativas isoladas de estados e municípios voltadas à saúde animal, ainda que dignas de aplausos, já não são capazes de dar cobertura aos milhões de bichos carentes que sofrem em silêncio sem ter quem os acuda. Não há quem não se sensibilize com o cenário atual e não deseje mudá-lo.

An essential companion to your lovable Dachshund, this guide covers everything you should know about Dachshunds, from buying a new puppy to dealing with old age and how best to look after your precious dog.

Embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle with this comprehensive guide to raising happy hens and reaping healthy harvests. Tired of bland, factory-farmed products? Longing for a sustainable, closer-to-nature life? Ready to watch your flock thrive? Discover the essentials of backyard chicken farming. Whether you desire fresh eggs or to harvest birds for meat, this guide ensures your success from start to finish.

Alvie Fitz doesn't fit in, and she doesn't care. She's spent years swallowing meds and bad advice from doctors and social workers. Adjust, adapt. Pretend to be normal. It sounds so easy. If she can make it to her 18th birthday without any major mishaps, she'll be legally emancipated. Free. But if she fails, she'll become a ward of the state and be sent back to the group home. All she wants is to be left alone to spend time with her friend, Chance, the one-winged hawk at the zoo where she works.

From Downward Dog to Cobra, Wild Asana invites you into an embodied exploration of the animals that inspire familiar yoga poses. Drawing on wildlife science, anthropology, Hindu mythology, Eastern philosophy, and personal stories, this insightful guide by environmental educator and yoga instructor Alison Zak explores the connections among our bodies, our minds, and the animals that inspire our practice, and invites you to bring the deep nature of animals into breath and movement.

From the moment pets come into our lives, we know the day will arrive when we have to say farewell. Still, we are never emotionally prepared for the last adieu. In Goodbye, Friend, Gary Kowalski takes you on a journey of healing, offering warmth and sound advice on how to cope with the death of your pet.

A fun and refreshing approach to learning how food choices impact our health. Confusion around nutrition leads consumers down a variety of paths in search of optimal health. Dr. Brooke Bussard presents information with clarity and a new down-to-earth approach. Using entertaining and imaginative characters, she illuminates the effect of food choices on a person's well-being.

You will literally find this book jam packed full of useful quotes with clear advice and secret tips from the world’s best French Bulldog breeders, who between them have hundreds of years of experience in caring for French Bulldogs (also known as Bouledogue Français or Frenchie dog).

This one-stop instruction manual is the essential companion to your lovable Chow Chow. In this audiobook, we cover everything you should know from buying a new puppy through to old age, and how best to look after your precious Chow Chow dog.

Food-grade diatomaceous earth removes toxins, free radicals, and heavy metals that inflame nerves and muscles—causing pain, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many diseases. Composed of 85 percent silica, DE increases production of collagen needed for youthful skin, hair, and nails. Many people think that DE is an ancient miracle from heaven. It is an answer to the prayers of so many who live a pain-filled, disease-ridden existence that they cannot afford to alleviate with high-priced medications. DE therapy is a do-it-yourself (DIY), low-cost treatment that anyone can afford.

The earth is full of natural dangers that everyone should know how to survive. Step up and learn exactly what these disasters are, how to prepare, and the best ways to brave them.

Rescue thought he'd grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog - it's the family business, after all. When he gets the news that he's better suited to being a service dog, he's worried that he's not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way she'd imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time.

Written by an expert breeder and owner herself, Rosemary Kendall, writes in a fun and entertaining way about Persian cats while packing the book full of useful hints and tips about these cute and adorable long-haired cats.

Can a stray dog change the life of a teenage boy? It looks as if Strider can. He's a dog that loves to run; because of Strider, Leigh Botts finds himself running -- well enough to join the school track team. Strider changes Leigh on the inside, too, as he finally begins to accept his parents' divorce and gets to know a redheaded girl he's been admiring. With Strider's help, Leigh finds that the future he once hated to be asked about now holds something he never expected: hope.

With expert insights and practical advice, this book will empower you to make informed decisions about your cat’s diet. Overcome the challenges of feline nutrition and ensure your pet lives a long, healthy, and happy life. Ready to become the best cat owner you can be? Grab your copy of "The Complete Guide to Feline Nutrition" today and embark on the journey to optimal feline health and well-being!