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Her Korean name was Ah-Chim-Hai, meaning Flame-of-the-Morning. Af our-year-old chestnut-colored Mongolian racehorse with a white blaze down her face and three white stockings, she once amazed the crowds in Seoul with her remarkable speed. But the star racer was soon sold to an American marine and trained to carry heavy loads of artillery shells up and down steep hills under a barrage of bullets and bombs. The marines renamed her Reckless. Reckless soon proved fearless under fire, boldly trekking alone through the fiery gauntlet, exposed to explosions and shrapnel.

Kavin reveals how dog merchants create markets for dogs, often in defiance of the usual rules of supply and demand. She takes an investigative approach and meets breeders and rescuers at all levels, shedding much-needed light on an industry that most people don't even realize is an industry. Kavin's goal is to advance the conversation about how all dogs are treated, from puppy mills to high-kill shelters. She shows that a great deal can be improved by understanding the business practices behind selling dogs of all kinds.

When Bob Tarte bought a house in rural Michigan, he was counting on a tranquil haven. Then Bob married Linda. She wanted a rabbit, which seemed innocuous enough until the bunny chewed through their electrical wiring. And that was just the beginning. Before long, Bob found himself constructing cages, buying feed, clearing duck waste, and spoon-feeding a menagerie of furry and feathery residents. His life of quiet serenity vanished, and he unwittingly became a servant to a relentlessly demanding family.

In this book, you will learn beginner to advanced training methods, which if implemented correctly, will save you time and frustration, and ensure you have a happy, healthy, and well-behaved dog.

Unveil the secrets to training your Dachshund with "Dachshund Survival Guide: How to Train Your Dachshund." This comprehensive guide is a must-have resource for both novice and experienced dog owners, offering tailored advice to meet the unique needs of this spirited and affectionate breed. Discover the world of Dachshunds, a breed known for its distinct personality and charming characteristics. This book takes you on a journey through understanding the peculiarities of Dachshunds, equipping you with the tools and techniques for effective training.

Every pastor struggles with demands for his time, and how to determine priorities in ministry. Some choose to respond to the most urgent needs, while others seek a more balanced and intentional approach. But what determines these priorities? Where should a busy pastor look for wisdom in making...

In Tender Paws, award-winning journalist Wendy Lyons Sunshine shows dog lovers how to use best practices from child development, attachment theory, trauma research, parenting styles, and learning theory to foster trust, resilience, and cooperation in their canine companions.

The soaps, shampoos, and household cleaning products that you use are often loaded with chemicals. How can you be sure that you won't end up suffering from the harmful chemicals that these products can bring to your body? You use them every day, and what's more horrifying is that you might be allergic to them without even knowing it. After listening to this book, not only will you be able to make many different types of soaps, but you will be a lot more knowledgeable about skin care.

Susanne Schötz is hard at work on breaking the cat code. She is a professor at Lund University in Sweden, where a long-standing research program is proving that cats do actually use vocal communication-with each other and with their human caretakers. Understanding the vocal strategies used in human-cat communication will have profound implications for how we communicate with our pets and has the potential to improve the relationship between animals and humans within several fields, including animal therapy, veterinary medicine, and animal sheltering.

Beaten, tortured and shot 17 times, Maggie the little street dog should have given up on the world. But the world didn't give up on her. With the help of her human friends, Maggie begins her long road to recovery and starts to spread joy everywhere she goes. This is the inspirational true story of a little dog who learned to be loved just as she is.

In this audiobook, author Joseph Spada, LPN, offers you insider's guidance into long-term care, clearly explaining what your options are, and the pros and cons of each. He shows you how to find and select the best facility for your needs, and most importantly, what to watch out for.

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

Do you suffer from crippling performance anxiety in the show ring? Do your ring nerves affect your ability to compete with your dog? In this audiobook Professional Dog Trainer and Sport Coach Vicki Ronchette helps the listener understand why they suffer from anxiety in dog sports and offers practical tools and techniques for people.

Are you an animal lover with an entrepreneurial spirit dreaming of owning your own business? If so, Paws to Profits: Your Guide to Starting a Mobile Pet Grooming Business is your ultimate toolkit for turning passion into prosperity. Navigating the challenges of launching a mobile pet grooming service can seem overwhelming—from understanding industry regulations, acquiring the right equipment, to building a loyal clientele. This comprehensive guide demystifies the process and provides clear, actionable steps to get your business on the road.

Your dog deserves more than conventional care. With Holistic Canine Health, discover a natural approach to pet wellness that prioritizes prevention, nourishment, and vitality—without relying solely on medications or processed foods. More pet owners are turning to holistic methods to support their dog’s immune system, reduce toxic exposure, and improve quality of life. This guide combines science and nature to help you take control of your dog’s health in a practical, accessible way.

This book describes the most effective dog barking deterrents and tells exactly how to stop loud barking dogs from wrecking your peace. It is intended is for anyone who is victimized by loud barking dogs, whose owners couldn’t care less about the barking, and who refuse to silence their dogs. The book may not be appropriate for dog owners who would like to stop their dogs from barking, since the deterrents may be too harsh to use on dogs at close range. It is for those who are serious about stopping loud dog barking.

Known as the "truffle-hunting dog of Italy," the Lagotto Romagnolo is more than just a working dog; it is a loyal companion with a heart of gold. What makes this book a must-have? Discover the secrets to raising the perfect, happy, healthy, and well-trained Lagotto Romagnolo. Designed to be your go-to companion. Presented in one jargon free, very user friendly, fun, easy to follow step by step format. Written by a highly experienced dog handler and trainer who has successfully coached both dogs and owners over a lifetime.

Rachel Anne Ridge was at the end of her rope. The economy had crashed, taking her formerly thriving business along with it. She had been a successful artist, doing work she loved, but now she felt like a failure. How would her family pay their bills? What would the future hold? If only God would somehow let them know that everything was going to be all right... and then Flash the donkey showed up.

Best-selling author and painter Justin B. Long never dreamed he’d become a horse person. But marrying a passionate vet plunged the self-confessed numbers nerd into the wild world of equine emergency care. And just when he thought he had a handle on his new life, his close-knit community gained internet fame with a daring freeway horse rescue. This outrageous collection of uproarious exploits will tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone.

Octogenarian Paul Jacobson returns to Hawaii for a vacation with his family and becomes involved in a series of crimes, while struggling with the problems of his short-term memory loss. He faces a number of strange coincidences involving acts of vandalism, drug dealers, and two murders. Paul puts all the pieces together, escapes a watery grave, and with the help of his friends, solves the murders.