Animal Psychology

Can a football game affect the outcome of an election? What about shark attacks? Or a drought? In a rational world the answer, of course, would be no. But as best-selling historian Rick Shenkman shows in Political Animals, our world is anything but rational. This isn't because we aren't smart. Instead, modern cues are setting off ancient, instinctive responses that worked to keep us safe in the Stone Age but lead us astray today.

This book will change your relationship with your veterinarian and their team forever. And what you learn in this book could save your veterinarian’s life. That’s right - the information in this book isn’t just life-changing; it’s life-saving. Because what you don’t know is your veterinarian is nearly four times more likely to complete suicide than the general population. In this book, you’ll learn why veterinarians carry so much stress, how you can help alleviate that stress and exactly what to do if you’re ever in the presence of someone who is suicidal.

Which animal can help people who are stressed or lonely? A therapy dog! Therapy dogs are trained to stay calm in all sorts of situations. They can help people practice reading, visit sick hospital patients, and more. Learn all about these furry community helpers!

Gigi the giraffe is jealous of everyone. She never thinks of how much she has. One day, Gigi discovers that she has something that no one else has. What makes her realize this? And what does she learn? Listen to find out.