Home Care

In Pack of Two, the author of the acclaimed best seller Drinking: A Love Story tackles a different sort of relationship. Two-time Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank ( Boys Don’t Cry, Million Dollar Baby) guides us into the life of Caroline Knapp who, after losing both parents to cancer and breaking off a two-decade long relationship with alcohol in the span of one year, struggles - and succeeds - to redefine her world. The unlikely solution to Knapp’s task was found in the form of a dog named Lucille.

Ludo is a dog - Simon Garfield's beloved black Labrador retriever, one of millions of canines who have become integral parts of our lives. But how did the dog become top dog? How did these faithful animals come to assist us not only in hunting, but in bomb disposal and cancer detection - and ultimately become our closest companions? Dog's Best Friend examines how this bond developed over the centuries, and how it has transformed countless lives, both human and canine.

A solid beginner's guide to caring for and breeding guppies, aimed at first-time guppy owners. Very little rivals the life and beauty a well-maintained aquarium can add to a room, and getting started with one of your own needn't be as difficult as you might imagine.

For more than two decades, esteemed veterinary oncologist Dr. Renee Alsarraf treated cancer in her beloved canine patients. Then, at age fifty-one, she was diagnosed with cancer herself. Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well is Dr. Renee’s unforgettable testament to the extraordinary healing nature of dogs. Every day in her veterinary practice, she bears witness to the undeniable bond between pets and their people.

Parakeets are full of character and make great companions! They are very friendly and curious birds that are easy to care for and inexpensive to keep. They come with great personalities which make them a great choice for pet owners of all ages and skill levels! Parakeets will make you an expert in no time! You will learn everything you need to care for your new buddy, like how to select the right budgie and necessary supplies, vital nutrition information, keep your pet safe, speech and trick training, and much more!

Keeping Chickens for Beginners is for anyone wanting to keep his or her own chickens, whether for eggs, meat, or exhibiting. Keeping chickens can seem very overwhelming at first, and this audiobook provides a clear step-by-step guide walking you through everything from selecting the right breed for your needs to looking after your chickens to breeding them. Everything you need to know to successfully keep chickens and enjoy fresh eggs or meat is in this detailed audiobook.

True, amazing stories from the owner of a home care company in New England on life—its purpose and proof of divine intervention. Stories of families in crisis and the incredible turn of events. Inside, you will read how the divine shows life the sign of an afterlife. You will read about the life of one client who was saved with a miracle that defied the odds and evidence—yes, absolute proof of divine intervention in our lives.

A sudden rise in opioid addicts coinciding with a sudden drop in legally available opioids, created a desperation for prescription drugs never seen before in this country. Physicians shut down their previous practice of repeated refills, once the death toll was too high to ignore. As hospitals and rehab facilities instituted drug testing and CORI checks to ensure employees were clean, one health-care option stood alone as a place to easily obtain painkillers. That place was home health care.

This guide is designed for those that are ready to learn about dog food and how it pertains to your dog’s overall well-being - and how you can aid in the health of your canine friend by providing them the proper nutrition needed. Let’s face it, if you do not understand the nutritional facts about dog food, then how might you know what is good to feed your dog.

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.

In this groundbreaking audiobook, Goodavage brings us behind the scenes of cutting-edge science at top research centers, and into the lives of people whose well-being depends on their devoted, highly skilled personal MDs (medical dogs). With her signature wit and passion, Goodavage explores how doctor dogs are becoming our happy allies in the fight against dozens of physical and mental conditions.

If you want to teach your betta how to do cool tricks, be active, stay healthy, always look bright and vibrant, and live a high-quality, long-lasting life, then you’ll want to get this audiobook. By following the guidelines in this audiobook, you can maximize the quality of life that your betta will live.

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.

In Nourishing Caregiver Collaborations, Nawal Qarooni invites us to step beyond school-centric, one-off events and practices to create more authentic, engaging collaborations with caregivers. Instead of asking what families can do to support schools, Qarooni asks how schools can identify and celebrate what families already bring to their children's literacy learning.

In this pragmatic and insightful audiobook, I delve into the invaluable techniques that have assisted countless dog owners in overcoming the challenges of managing reactive dogs. From the incessant pulling to the persistent barking, growling, and lunging, rest assured, there are solutions that can restore the joy of your walks with your furry companion. If you've found yourself resorting to late-night strolls to avoid encounters with other dogs and distractions, then this comprehensive guide is tailor-made for you.

Raising Chickens is an authoritative and practical manual that offers invaluable insights into the world of chicken farming. Authored by a leading expert in the field, this guide provides a comprehensive overview of the essential aspects of poultry farming, designed to help both beginners and experienced farmers achieve successful and sustainable chicken-raising practices. The guide begins by introducing the fundamental principles of chicken farming, including selecting the right breed and understanding their specific requirements.

In this new US edition, author Barry Eaton separates out the facts from the fiction regarding dominance in pet dogs, presenting the listener with the results of recent research into the behavior of wolves and the impacts of selective breeding on the behavior of dogs. The results may surprise you and will surely inform you.

Are you a new Betta fish owner or considering adding these beautiful creatures to your aquarium? Betta Fish for Beginners is all you need. This guide is more than just a care manual, it's an invitation to learn and appreciate the unique beauty and intelligence of Betta fish. Written with both passion and expertise that contain comprehensive resource of everything you need to know about caring for these curious and beautiful creatures.

When Abigail Thomas’s husband, Rich, was hit by a car, his brain shattered. Subject to rages, terrors, and hallucinations, he must live the rest of his life in an institution. He has no memory of what he did the hour, the day, the year before. This tragedy is the ground on which Abigail had to build a new life. How she built that life is a story of great courage and great change, of moving to a small country town, of a new family composed of three dogs, knitting, and friendship, of facing down guilt and discovering gratitude.

Pawverbs for a Cat Lover’s Heart is a collection of stories, each featuring a real-life animal and sharing a principle from the book of Proverbs. You’ll not only find inspiring and heartwarming tales, but also spiritual truths to touch your heart and remind you of God’s unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.