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Donkeys are a unique and hardy creature with a long-running history living alongside humans. They have long been used to provide agricultural labor, hauling small loads, and even as transportation for people across the Silk Road. Have you ever thought about raising donkeys for profit? Have you wondered what is involved in caring for and managing these animals?

‘He invented a whole cat world’ declared H. G. Wells of Louis Wain, the Edwardian artist whose anthropomorphic kittens made him a household name. His drawings were irresistible but Catland was more than the creation of one eccentric imagination. It was an attitude – a way of being in society while discreetly refusing to follow its rules. As cat capitalism boomed in the spectacular Edwardian age, prize animals changed hands for hundreds of pounds and a new industry sprung up to cater for their every need. Cats were no longer basement-dwelling pest-controllers, but stylish cultural subversives.

An instant hit in the UK, this is the true account of a German shepherd who was adopted by the Royal Air Force during World War II, joined in flight missions, and survived everything from crash-landings to parachute bailouts-ultimately saving the life of his owner and dearest friend. In the winter of 1939 in the cold snow of no-man's-land, two loners met and began an extraordinary journey that would turn them into lifelong friends.

Raising chickens is a fun adventure for a beginning or experienced chicken farmer to embark upon. In doing so, you’ll increase your overall health and have a lot of fun doing so. However, it does require some basic research, and this book will provide you with everything you need to know, so you can start raising chickens.

Attention all experienced and novice dog breeders! You are about to discover how to breed dogs and birth them safely and into healthy purebreds! If you want to get into dog breeding and have always had an interest in how to do it properly, this book will provide you with all the information you need to get started immediately and help you churn a nice profit off of your puppies.

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.

Are you curious about parrot behaviors? Are you considering owning a parrot? Do you want to know what it is like to live with a parrot? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this audiobook is for you...50 Things to Know About Parrots by Kristin Szabo offers an approach to parrot companionship from the perspective of a bird owner. This audiobook comes from personal experience and wants to ease both bird enthusiasts and non-bird owners into gaining some basic knowledge about parrots with some humorous personal anecdotes and ideas.

Are you worried about what's in your furry friend's food bowl? Say goodbye to concerns about commercial dog food with Wholesome Canine Cuisine Healthy Homemade Dog Food and Treats! This book will teach you everything you need to know about canine nutrition essentials. Once you understand the basic principles of balanced nourishment you will be able to make a meal for your dog - and yourself - at the same time!

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

Our dogs mean the world to us and as owners we do our best to make sure they feel happy and loved, whilst also keeping them in line when needed. But wouldn’t it be so much easier if we spoke the same language and could ask what they were thinking or feeling? In his latest book, top dog trainer, Graeme Hall, reveals the secrets to understanding what your furry companion is trying to say and how they see the world. Drawing on 15 years of experience training over 5,000 dogs, and backed up with scientific evidence, he tackles all the tricky questions you’ve ever wanted to ask.

Congratulations on deciding to take the step of adding a horse to your life! By now, you’ve made plenty of hard decisions, such as choosing the right horse and finding an ideal environment for him. But now it’s time to interact with your horse. Interaction can be intimidating regardless of how much equine experience you have.

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences of your life. Dementia Caregiving Guide is an essential resource for family members, caregivers, and friends of individuals living with dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease. This comprehensive guide is packed with practical advice, proven strategies, and compassionate insights to help you navigate the complexities of dementia caregiving with confidence and grace.

This audiobook provides owners with the tips for dealing with any breed facing the challenge of anxiety, specifically separation anxiety from the owner. Provided are the tools need to tackle this situation and the behavior of your dog. Step by step, we focus on the details, from the beginning of what causes your dog to battle anxiety to eliminating this behavior over time!

Follow the thrills, drama, heartbreak and incomparable joy of a lifetime filled with dogs. Hold onto your chair as two Golden Retrievers get swept away by a roaring river. Chuckle at the misadventure of hiking up to a neighbor's house at night to retrieve a puppy that wandered into a...rattlesnake rescue.

Racing horses is an amazing and thrilling experience. Whether you have a horse on a race track or around the barrels, there isn’t much that is more exciting! In this book, we will be discussing all the aspects of this challenging and awesome sport. Follow us as we walk through the history of barrel racing, conformation, and how to find your next champion. You will be a barrel racing expert by the end of this book. Learn exciting tips and tricks that will take your barrel racing to the next level. Look and feel confident in your horsemanship skills!

This audiobook was inspired from a Canadian mother aspiring to cleaner daily living for her whole family. The recipes in this audiobook have been tested in our community with five star reviews. You will love using these century old traditions with a modern twist of natural, homemade products and you will see how easy they are to use in everyday life. Soon you will be replacing all your toxic commercial products with your own custom skincare and cleaners. Your family will love you for it!

Inspired by that British (BBC) television program called The Great British Bake Off and love, more pet owners are making homemade treats for their furry companions. Fueled by the rapid spread of information on the internet, there is, what seems like, an unending array of pet recipes. It’s never been easier to treat Fido and King homemade artisan dog treats. And for those dog owners who haven’t yet jumped into baking for their pets but are more than willing to buy gourmet treats, some of the best options can be found at places often called pet bakeries.

Have you never met a plant you couldn't kill? Does maintaining a flourishing flower garden seem intimidating or time-consuming? Have you dug around in the dirt with nothing to show for it except a sunburn and a sore back? This book is for you! Inside you'll find everything you need to know to grow beautiful flowers, including gardening basics to set you up for success; great garden design ideas with ready-made plans for you to follow; easy-care instructions for a wide variety of flowers and flowering shrubs; and helpful how-tos for container and cut flower gardening.

Own your first horse like an expert, regardless of your experience. Discover how to care for and nurture your horse, even if you’ve never set foot in a stable before. The journey from a complete novice to an accomplished rider is a meaningful and rewarding experience that simply can’t be rivaled. The love and affection between horse owners and their animals is astounding–it’s no joke when riders say their horse is their best friend.

Breed, genetics, injuries, and traumas all play a part in the rate of a dog’s decline. Much like humans, dogs—even canine siblings—can age at different rates. Big dogs age more quickly than small dogs. Some breeds are more prone to serious illness than others. How will you know when your dog has reached their senior years?