Obedient, loving, and intelligent, it's no surprise that the Labrador Retriever has been ranked #1 in dog registrations by the AKC for nearly 20 years. This easily trainable and adaptable breed is well suited to thrive in most any situation. Along with expert care and training advice, this all-in-one guide outlines the history of the Labrador Retriever and details the characteristics that make this breed America's favorite. View More...
In this heartwarming, uproarious sequel to Amory's bestselling The Cat Who Came for Christmas, the cat named Polar Bear finds that being rich and famous is not all it's cracked up to be. A witty, wonderful book with universal appeal.--The New York Times Book Review. (Animals/Pets) View More...
The Dog Owner's Guides are written by experts with years of experience training and working with the most popular breeds. This series is for dog owners and anyone considering the purchase of a purebred dog. Each title covers the specifics of the individual breed: Personality and history Choosing a puppy Obedience training and exercise Grooming and diet Health concerns and critical hereditary conditions Special requirements Professional breeders and trainers provide proven and valuable advice with simple tips to ease a puppy's transition to its new home, games to play with dogs as they devel... View More...
Is there a universal language of love, a kinship with all life that can open new horizons of experience?Example after example in this unique classic -- from Strongheart the actor-dog to Freddie the fly -- resounds with entertaining and inspiring proof that communication with animals is a wonderful, indisputable fact. All that is required is an attitude of openness, friendliness, humility, and a sense of humor to part the curtain and form bonds of real friendship.For anyone who loves animals, for all those who have ever experienced the special devotion only a pet can bring, Kinship With All Lif... View More...
Bettas are a unique tropical fish with attractive features. This handy book make it easy and fun to find favorites from the many different types of bettas, and is a great tool to help make the best care choices for these colorful fish. T.F.H. has teamed up with Animal Planet(TM), the only television network devoted to the unique bonds between humans and animals, to present an exciting new series of family-friendly, comprehensive guides to superior pet care. Each book features newly written text from animal experts on a variety of topics, including feeding, housing, grooming, training, health c... View More...
With his big-dog personality in his little-dog body, and his face that only a mother could love, the Pug is becoming increasingly popular. This book explains everything the Pug owner needs to know to care for his unique Pug, including the history of the breed, feeding, grooming and training tips, and basic health care. View More...
Such master storytellers as Rudyard Kipling, Edgar Allan Poe, Saki, Fritz Leiber, P.G. Wodehouse, Paul Gallico and Cordwainer Smith join in their admiration for the mysterious and beautiful feline. As Cara says about his subject, "For virtually their entire history our tabbies and their kin have had an arcane relationship with us". View More...
"I rehabilitate dogs. I train people." --Cesar Millan There are at least 68 million dogs in America, and their owners lavish billions of dollars on them every year. So why do so many pampered pets have problems? In this definitive and accessible guide, Cesar Millan--star of National Geographic Channel's hit show "Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan"--reveals what dogs truly need to live a happy and fulfilled life. From his appearances on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" to his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America's most sought-after dog-behavior expert. But... View More...
While we're still pondering why cats paint, this book can explain why they scratch, purr, and shed, as well as the three easiest tricks to teach your cat, the 25 things you didn't know about cat food, and the secrets to picking out the best darn cat in the world. A purr-fectly bewitching cat-alog of unusual and useful information from the authors of our popular dog title. Winner of the Cat Writers Association award for Best Cat Book in its category. View More...
Gail Damerow shows you how to choose the right breeds for your needs, build efficient chicken coops, provide necessary medical attention for your animals, and much more. Whether you're raising broilers for meat or preparing your chickens to win a blue ribbon at the next county fair, Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens will help you achieve your poultry-raising goals. View More...