Showing titles in Pets & Animal Care

In addition to many expert breeders, practitioners in the fields of canine behavioral psychology, veterinary health, and breed-specific ownership have contributed with invaluable advice and tips. So whether you are looking for basic instruction or more advanced advice, you will find it all here.

The foundational work you do now is critical, and you’ll always have it to fall back on. Make sure your horse is never spooked in a dangerous moment again…From desensitizing and disengaging to backing up, these are fundamental training procedures you can’t afford to get wrong...and they’re not procedures you’ll only ever have to engage in once. You don’t need to spend years in equestrian school to learn these skills: You simply need access to all the essential knowledge distilled and explained in one clear resource.

Mental skills coach Tonya Johnston, MA, has helped thousands of equestrian athletes achieve success at every level, from recreational riders to award-winning international competitors. In Inside Your Ride, she provides specific methods and clear, easy-to-follow directions to help you mentally prepare for your next ride or competition, no matter your discipline and skill level.

Oh Behave!: Dogs from Pavlov to Premack to Pinker by Jean Donaldson, highlights key concepts in the areas of: Behavior, Training, Behavior Problems, Fear & Anxiety, Aggression, Genetics and Evolution.

Written by experienced deafie owner Amanda Brahlek and using contributions from dozens of deaf dog owners, this truly is a “must listen” for anyone opening their home to a deaf dog. You’ll find answers to the most important questions a new deaf dog owner is faced with. Find out what it’s truly like to own a deaf dog: from accommodations to cuddles. This audiobook will provide you with the information you need to understand and best care for a deaf dog.

With their broad shoulders and muscular frames, the Rottweiler is a large breed of dog that has undeservedly earned a reputation for being scary, intimidating, and aggressive. However, they can actually be incredibly goofy and friendly, acting more like clowns than protectors. There is no doubt that they can make great guard dogs, but proper training and socialization also can make them a perfect family dog who will get along with everyone they meet.

Dog Growling! How to Get your Dog to Stop Growling? The Mav4Life® focuses on creating durable, fun, and friendly premium products - from leashes to walk your dog, to toys your pets can play with anytime. Mav4Life® also will always do its diligence to provide the customer with more each time, whether it's free reads, discounted content, or access to information other product producers won't provide. We continue to focus on giving the customer more than just the purchase of our products. We primarily release content to educate our audiences in the areas of dogs as their pets!

The Complete Guide to Bernese Mountain Dogs, by dog trainer and journalist Andrea Berman, is a comprehensive guidebook that delves into the temperament, health, and history of these sturdy and adaptable animals. In this audiobook, pet parents like you will find the tools to handle every stage of a Bernese mountain dog’s life, from the first few days at home to senior years.

You’ve got your new dog; you’ve got the bowl, the collar, and the lead. Now what? This puppy doesn’t seem to understand anything you say! You got your pet to be your companion, yet all you seem to do is yell at her! Let’s change this right away. Instead of focusing on what you don’t want your dog to do, focus on what you do want. Instead of having unnecessary battles over trivia, build up terrific games your dog longs to play with you. Soon, your unruly dog will be saying, “Yes? What would you like me to do for you?”

Dog lovers get ready – Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, international bestselling author of Dogs Never Lie About Love (which the San Francisco Chronicle calls ""winning and wise,"" and ""a charming paean to our best friends""), is back with an inspiring, heart-warming, and deeply personal...

In The Stress Factor in Dogs, Dr. Kristina Spaulding explores what science has revealed about stress in dogs and other mammals and demonstrates how to effectively read scientific research in order to apply our acquired knowledge to the dogs in our lives. This thoroughly comprehensive book provides detailed insight on how stress affects the health and well-being of our dogs at all stages of development.

Growing up in an ex-mining town in Nottinghamshire, Arthur Parkinson never wanted a dog, or a cat, or a pony - just hens. As a kid, he was known as 'chicken boy', a taunt Arthur now proudly reclaims with his crested coterie that includes countless hens, from Sheila the white Silkie to Clarissa the champagne-coloured Buff Cochin. A personal and humorous memoir of Arthur's life amongst his hens, this is an invitation to discover the joy that is only possible in the company of these intriguing creatures.

Train your aggressive or reactive dog without fear, punishment, or frustration—even if you've tried everything and nothing has worked.

There are endless things to consider before receiving a dog in our home. Training is the most important one out of them. Having a house-trained and well-behaved dog is your one-way ticket to an amazing and wonderful companionship. In fact, all of us know how many problems - and aggressiveness, above all - that a bad dog education could lead to. For this reason, you need a proven, structured, defined method to train your puppy for the better and make it the model dog every child would want to play with and the model dog every neighbor would be glad to coexist with.

Do you want your dog to live a more VIBRANT, HEALTHIER, and HAPPY life? The Answer is obvious and this book is your new best friend! Holistic Dog Health Made Simple delivers a clear, practical, and powerful plan to help your dog thrive—without overwhelming you with complicated routines or confusing advice. Written by dog mom and wellness advocate Natalie “Nat” Leviston, this guide is designed for busy pet parents who want legit results with natural methods that truly work.

Training the Best Dog Ever, originally published in hardcover as The Love That Dog Training Program, is a book based on love and kindness. It features a program of positive reinforcement and no-fail techniques that author Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz used to train the White House dog, Bo Obama, and...

What you don’t know about finding, training, and loving a new puppy lies in this guide by puppy training expert, Odin Alan. Informative, inspiring, and relatable, Alan covers everything from the right breeds for every type of household, to finding a breeder you can trust, and preparing for the day you bring a canine companion home. You can rely on this guide for tried and true tips on how to teach your dog to sit, stay, or heel, and for a confidence boost at the end of a long day as a pet parent.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER FOR FANS OF A DOG'S PURPOSE. This tenderly told story reveals a comforting narrative ... told from the point of view of a loving angel dog, who wants you to know, “I’m still here ... But I’m also there where all the animals run free, with no pain, waiting for you...

'When a robin appears, a loved one is near' In 2019, Tony Putman was working as a gardener in Edenbridge, Kent, when he noticed a bold robin sitting on a branch of an old plum tree. The robin glanced in his direction as he approached, but he didn't move, so Tony grabbed his camera and took a...

Unlock the secrets of efficient, modern poultry care with 101 Chicken Keeping Hacks—your ultimate guide to transforming any backyard into a thriving poultry paradise. This comprehensive resource is packed with innovative tips on DIY chicken coop design, sustainable farming practices, and expert advice on organic nutrition and flock health. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced chicken keeper, you’ll discover modern techniques that blend time-honored traditions with cutting-edge technology to boost egg production, optimize feeding, and ensure a healthy, happy flock.