1.
Series:
Once a Wolf
The Science that Reveals Our Dogs' Genetic Ancestry
Paperback
Bryan Sykes
9781631496615
$23.95
SCIENCE
Apr 07, 2020
The author of Seven Daughters of Eve returns with a lively account of how all dogs are descended from a mere handful of wolves.
How did wolves evolve into dogs? When did this happen, and what role did humans play? Oxford geneticist Bryan Sykes used the full array of modern technology to explore the canine genetic journey that likely began when a human child decided to adopt a wolf cub thousands of years ago. In the process, he discovered that only a handful of genes have created the huge range of shapes, sizes, and colors in modern dogs. Provid...
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2.
Series:
DAWGS
A True Story of Lost Animals and the Kids Who Rescued Them
Paperback
Diane Trull
9780806540344
$21.95
PETS
Mar 31, 2020
We can all make a difference. Elementary-school teacher Diane Trull’s life-defining moment happened when her fourth-grade reading class saw a photo of a cardboard box overflowing with homeless puppies. Her young students were determined to save these lost pups and others like them. In that moment, the Dalhart Animal Wellness Group and Sanctuary—known as DAWGS—was born. How Trull and her fourth graders started their own animal shelter is a story of dedication, commitment, and perseverance. Trull shares inspiring stories about animals and ani...
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3.
Series:
At Home in the English Countryside
Designers and Their Dogs
Hardcover
Susanna Salk
9780847864782
$67.50
HOUSE & HOME
Mar 17, 2020
An intimate celebration of British country life with all the hallmarks of how design and dogs are as intertwined as roses and Wellingtons. This dreamy look into some of the most beautiful country homes and gardens in England, lived in by many of Britain’s brightest design stars and their dogs, is brimming with inspirations.At Home in the English Countryside showcases a mix of glamorously bohemian and casually aristocratic country homes captured in original photography and lively text. Presented are the striking and chic houses of several of Gre...
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4.
Series:
Tasty Treats for Happy Dogs
Hardcover
Henrietta Morrison
9781529105506
$27.99
PETS
Jan 28, 2020
Put some love into your dog’s diet! In this book, founder of natural pet food brand Lily’s Kitchen and loving pet owner Henrietta Morrison serves up over 50 delicious and quick-to-prepare treat recipes that your canine companion will love. From everyday nourishing snacks for cold days and hot days to celebration recipes, including birthday cake and Christmas cookies, this lovely book has something for every occasion.These unique and easy to follow recipes use wholesome and organic ingredients throughout, helping your dog stay happy and healthy....
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5.
Series:
Denali
A Man, a Dog, and the Friendship of a Lifetime
Paperback
Ben Moon
9780143133612
$23.00
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Jan 14, 2020
The story of a dog, his human, and the friendship that saved both of their lives.When Ben Moon moved from the Midwest to Oregon, he hadn’t planned on getting a dog. But when he first met the soulful gaze of a rescue pup in a shelter, Ben instantly felt a connection, and his friendship with Denali was born. The two of them set out on the road together, on an adventure that would take them across the American west and through some of the best years of their lives. But when Ben was diagnosed with colorectal cancer at age 29, he faced a difficult b...
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6.
Series:
Another Good Dog
One Family and Fifty Foster Dogs
Paperback
Cara Sue Achterberg
9781643132495
$23.95
PETS
Dec 17, 2019
A warm and entertaining memoir about what happens when you foster fifty dogs
in less than two years—and how the dogs save you as much as you save them. When Cara felt her teenaged children slipping away and saw an empty nest on the horizon, she decided the best way to fill that void was with dogs—lots of them—and so her foster journey began.
In 2015, her Pennsylvania farm became a haven for Operation Paws for Homes. There were the nine puppies at once, which arrived with less than a day’s notice; a heart- worm positive dog; a deeply traumatized...
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7.
Series:
Dog Training for Kids
Fun and Easy Ways to Care for Your Furry Friend
Paperback
Vanessa Estrada Marin
9780593196571
$21.95
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 8 - 12
Nov 26, 2019
Children Will Take the Lead with Fun & Easy Dog Training TechniquesEvery child wants a dog, yet not every child--or even grown-up!--is equipped to take on the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. But with the help of Vanessa Estrada Marin, the director of a sought-after dog-training program for kids, your child will have fun being in charge!Dog Training for Kids breaks down lessons and tutorials in simple steps and easy-to-follow instructions. Kids will have everything they need to be caring and responsible dog owners: • Basic Traini...
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8.
Series:
On Dogs
An Anthology
Hardcover
Tracey Ullman
9781912559152
$24.95
PETS
Nov 05, 2019
Calling all dog-lovers: On Dogs collects essays about man’s best friend by Charles Dickens, Vita Sackville-West, Brigitte Bardot, and Shakespeare, among others, with an introduction by acclaimed actor, comedian, and adopter of strays Tracey Ullman.Dogs throughout history have enjoyed a special relationship with humankind, and our favorite four-legged creatures continue to grow in popularity. The writers and poets collected within this anthology reflect on the joys and pitfalls of dog ownership with brilliant wit, insight, and affection. With a ...
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9.
Series:
Rescue Dogs
Where They Come From, Why They Act the Way They Do, and How to Love Them Well
Hardcover
Gene Stone
9780525540359
$35.00
PETS
Oct 01, 2019
A fascinating look at rescue dogs—where they come from, why every dog lover should consider adopting one, and how to make them part of your family.America’s leading undercover animal investigator, Pete Paxton, has, among other exploits, infiltrated more than seven hundred puppy mills, worked undercover to close one of the largest and most infamous puppy mills in the United States, and shuttered the most notorious trafficker of dogs for experimentation in history. In this book, he shares stories of the amazing dogs he has rescued and brought to ...
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10.
Series:
Doctor Dogs
How Our Best Friends Are Becoming Our Best Medicine
Hardcover
Maria Goodavage
9781524743048
$37.00
PETS
Oct 01, 2019
New York Times bestselling author Maria Goodavage takes us on a thrilling, delightful, globe-trotting journey to discover the heartwarming and fascinating new world of doctor dogs. In this groundbreaking book, 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 ph...
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11.
Series:
Training Bird Dogs with Ronnie Smith Kennels
Proven Techniques and an Upland Tradition
Hardcover
Reid Bryant
9780789336798
$60.00
PETS
Oct 01, 2019
With its combination of informative instruction and beautiful photography, this is the only training book you’ll need to raise a great dog for home and field.Ronnie Smith Kennels provides trainers, owners, and dog handlers with the most refined, developed, and proven methodology for training a pointing dog. The Smith family has spent two generations working thousands of dogs through a stair-step method of replicable techniques that result in a bird dog that is well adjusted, confident, and driven to fulfill its potential. Training Bird Dogs wit...
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12.
Series:
The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Puppy
How to Train and Care for Your New Dog
Paperback
Victoria Stilwell
9780399582455
$19.99
PETS
Oct 01, 2019
Victoria Stilwell, celebrity trainer and star of Animal Planet’s It’s Me or the Dog, presents the ultimate guide to raising a puppy.Victoria Stilwell is a well-loved and trusted name in America’s pet media, winning over audiences with her SuperNanny-like British mannerisms in her popular Animal Planet show, It’s Me or the Dog. This informative guide, her first for puppies, is packed with the latest information to help owners choose a pup, integrate it into the home, and negotiate each stage of growth, from toilet training to teaching valuable l...
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13.
Series:
Resident Dog
Incredible Homes and the Dogs That Live There
Hardcover
Nicole England
9780500501443
$66.00
ARCHITECTURE
Sep 03, 2019
Stylish, aspirational homes and the dogs that live in them in a beautifully photographed celebration of style and canines.Just as every home is different, so is every dog.
In this stunningly photographed book of architecturally superb houses—many of them architects’ own homes—we see how the presence of a dog brings warmth and life to the most dramatic spaces. From mid-century raw brick to a penthouse apartment, gracious Edwardian to Scandinavian modern, from beach house to country retreat, there is always room for a dog or two. They trot, nap, ...
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14.
Series:
The Dog Went Over the Mountain
Travels With Albie: An American Journey
Hardcover
Peter Zheutlin
9781643132013
$36.95
PETS
Sep 03, 2019
The New York Times bestselling author of Rescue Road embarks on a cross-country journey to take the measure of America with a loyal friend.
On the cusp of turning 65, a man and his beloved rescue dog of similar vintage take a poignant, often bemusing, and keenly observed journey across America and discover a big-hearted, welcoming country filled with memorable characters, a new-found appreciation for the life they temporarily left behind, and a determination to live more fully in the moment as old age looms.
Inspired by John Steinbeck’s Trav...
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15.
Series:
Incredibull Stella
How the Love of a Pit Bull Rescued a Family
Paperback
Marika Meeks
9780806539461
$21.95
PETS
Aug 27, 2019
“Incredibull Stella reminds us that we are here to love, be loved, and be rescued.” —Jackson Galaxy While recovering from a serious illness, Marika Meeks adopted an abandoned pit bull puppy and named her Stella. Together, they healed each other… Marika Meeks fell in love with Stella the moment she saw her. The adorable pit bull puppy had been abandoned in a cold field in winter—but her warm, friendly eyes and boundless affection could melt anyone’s heart. Even so, Marika wasn’t sure she was ready to adopt a dog. As a busy entrepreneur, wife...
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16.
Series:
Zak George's Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog
Proven Solutions to the Most Common Training Problems for All Ages, Breeds, and Mixes
Paperback
Zak George
9780399582417
$19.99
PETS
Jul 09, 2019
A compassionate, modern, science-based approach to help you (and your dog!) with common training problems “Zak George takes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page.”—Dr. John Ciribassi, DVM, DACVB, coeditor of Decoding Your Dog Celebrity dog trainer and YouTube star Zak George creates the most watched dog training content in the world and has helped millions of people with their dogs. In this problem-based guide, he makes it easy to look up and solve the exact behavioral issue that you're struggl...
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17.
Series:
My Dog's First Year
A journal
Diary
Ebury Press
9781785038617
$27.99
PETS
Jun 25, 2019
Capture and treasure early moments with your new dog forever. ’The journey of life is sweeter when travelled with a dog’ From the first magical walk in the park together, to your pooch’s hilarious misadventures and mishaps, this book offers you prompts and cues to record that first wonderful year together, whether you have just welcomed a new puppy into your home or adopted an older dog. This journal also provides info on how to prepare for their arrival, as well as handy tips for training and fun activities you and your dog can do together to ...
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18.
Series: Find Momo
Find Momo across Europe
Another Hide-and-Seek Photography Book
Paperback
Andrew Knapp
9781683691068
$14.95
PETS
Feb 05, 2019
Momo is a border collie who loves to hide. And you can play hide-and-seek with him as he travels across Europe with his best friend, Andrew. Join them on their stops in Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, the UK, and more. No passport required!Momo is a bandana-wearing, headtilting border collie who loves to tuck himself into beautiful photographs taken by his best buddy, Andrew Knapp. The duo’s first books—Find Momo, Find Momo Coast to Coast, and the children’s board book Let’s Find Momo!—explored landmarks and little-known places across the Unite...
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19.
Series:
Zak George's Dog Training Revolution
The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Pet with Love
Paperback
Zak George
9781607748915
$21.99
PETS
Jun 07, 2016
A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist).Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup.For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of vi...
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20.
Series:
Dog Songs
Poems
Paperback
Mary Oliver
9780143125839
$21.00
POETRY
Sep 29, 2015
“The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming.” —The Boston Globe Mary Oliver’s Dog Songs is a celebration of the special bond between human and dog, as understood through the poet’s relationships to the canines that have accompanied her daily walks, warmed her home, and inspired her work. Oliver’s poems begin in the small everyday moments familiar to all dog lovers, but through her extraordinary vision, these observations become higher meditations on the world and our place in it.Dog Songs inc...
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21.
Series: Find Momo
Find Momo
A Photography Book
Paperback
Andrew Knapp
9781594746789
$14.99
PETS
Mar 04, 2014
Play hide-and-seek with Instagram’s favorite border collie, hiding in every page of this New York Times best-selling book of beautiful landscape photography.Momo and his best buddy Andrew Knapp travel all over—through fields, down country roads, across cities, and into yards, neighborhoods, and spaces of all sorts. The result is a book of spectacular photography that’s also a game for kids or adults of all ages. Perfect for fans of coffee table books, a must-have for kids on a long car trip, and a great dog lover gift.
22.
Series:
Cesar Millan's Short Guide to a Happy Dog
98 Essential Tips and Techniques
Paperback
Cesar Millan
9781426213281
$13.95
PETS
Feb 04, 2014
After more than 9 seasons as TV's Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan has a new mission: to use his unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions. Now in paperback, this inspirational and practical guide draws on thousands of training encounters around the world to present 98 essential lessons. Taken together, they will help dog owners create the most fulfilling life possible with their dogs. In these pages, Cesar delves into crucial themes that go beyond obedience-school bas...
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23.
Series:
The Genius of Dogs
How Dogs Are Smarter Than You Think
Paperback
Brian Hare
9780142180464
$18.00
PETS
Oct 29, 2013
The perfect gift for dog lovers and readers of Inside of a Dog by Alexandra Horowitz—this New York Times bestseller offers mesmerizing insights into the thoughts and lives of our smartest and most beloved pets.Does your dog feel guilt? Is she pretending she can’t hear you? Does she want affection—or just your sandwich? In their New York Times bestselling book The Genius of Dogs, husband and wife team Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods lay out landmark discoveries from the Duke Canine Cognition Center and other research facilities around the world to...
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24.
Series:
Dog Shaming
Paperback
Pascale Lemire
9780385349345
$17.00
HUMOR
Sep 24, 2013
Based on the runaway web phenomenon (dogshamingdotcom), Dog Shaming features the most hilarious, most shameful, and never-before-seen doggie misdeeds. Our dogs are our best friends. They are always happy to see us. They comfort us in our times of need. They also eat our shoes, stain our carpets, and embarrass us in front of our guests. Dog owners everywhere have found their outlet in Dog Shaming, where they can confess their dogs' biggest (and often grossest!) sins, which turn out to be recognizably universal—complete with snap...
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25.
Series:
The Puppy That Came for Christmas
How a Dog Brought One Family the Gift of Joy
Paperback
Megan Rix
9780452297487
$20.00
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Oct 25, 2011
A perfect gift for dog lovers, The Puppy That Came for Christmas is the heart-warming true story of the little dog that changed one couple’s life forever. All Megan Rix ever wanted was a baby. Yet, month after month, Megan’s dreams were dashed. Would her life ever feel complete? Megan and her husband, Ian, found a surprising answer when they began training golden retriever pups to become service dogs for people with disabilities. But opening their homes and hearts up to Emma, and then Freddy—only to have each move on after six months—eventu...
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26.
Series:
Cesar's Rules
Your Way to Train a Well-Behaved Dog
Paperback
Cesar Millan
9780307716873
$23.00
PETS
Oct 04, 2011
The dog training book you’ve been waiting for from the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel’s Dog Whisperer. #1 New York Times bestselling author Cesar Millan shows you how to communicate well with your dog and shares the most effective and humane methods for teaching your dog how to be a happy, well-behaved member of your household. In Cesar’s Rules, he addresses:• The most popular training techniques, including positive reinforcement and using a clicker • Ways to teach basic obedience commands sucha as sit, stay, and com...
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27.
Series:
A Big Little Life
A Memoir of a Joyful Dog Named Trixie
Paperback
Dean Koontz
9780345530608
$23.00
PETS
Jul 12, 2011
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In a profound, funny, and beautifully rendered portrait of a beloved companion, bestselling novelist Dean Koontz remembers the golden retriever who changed his life.A retired service dog, Trixie was three when Dean and his wife, Gerda, welcomed her into their home. She was superbly trained, but her greatest gifts couldn’t be taught: her keen intelligence, her innate joy, and an uncanny knack for living in the moment. Whether chasing a tennis ball or protecting those she loved, Trixie gave all she had to everything sh...
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28.
Series:
Brad Pattison Unleashed
A Dog's-Eye View of Life with Humans
Paperback
Brad Pattison
9780307357755
$19.95
PETS
Nov 30, 2010
Dog advocate and human-being life coach Brad Pattison brings his innovative, tough-love training and in-your-face counselling skills to the page.Whether you're just getting started on training your new pup, looking to take your good relationship with your dog to a higher level, or trying to correct negative dog behaviours, Brad Pattison's book will provide DIY training material that underlines how you can teach your dog to be a healthy, happy member of your family. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of Pattison's established training te...
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29.
Series:
How to Raise the Perfect Dog
Through Puppyhood and Beyond
Paperback
Cesar Millan
9780307461308
$23.00
PETS
Sep 14, 2010
From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel's Dog Whisperer, the only resource you’ll need for raising a happy, healthy dog. For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their lives–as well as those who have already brought a dog home–Cesar Millan, the preeminent dog behavior expert, says, "Yes, you can raise the perfect dog!" It all starts with the proper foundation in the early years. Here, Cesar tells you everything you need to know to create the best environment for a well-balanced dog in ...
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30.
Series:
A Member of the Family
The Ultimate Guide to Living with a Happy, Healthy Dog
Paperback
Cesar Millan
9780307409034
$22.00
PETS
Sep 15, 2009
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Cesar’s Way and Be the Pack Leader comes the ultimate guide for living together with a healthy, happy dog.In A Member of the Family, Cesar Millan coaches you on everything you need to know about raising a dog–from the moment you first think about getting a dog–including information on: • Selecting the right breed for your family’s lifestyle • Establishing–and enforcing– household rules from day one • What to look for in a veterinarian • Proper nutrition • Familiarizing a dog with another pet ...
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31.
Series:
Be the Pack Leader
Use Cesar's Way to Transform Your Dog . . . and Your Life
Paperback
Cesar Millan
9780307381675
$23.00
PETS
Sep 23, 2008
The bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel's Dog Whisperer shows you how to develop the calm-assertive energy of a successful pack leader and use it to improve your dog’s life–and your own Be the Pack Leader is Cesar Millan’s guide for taking your relationship with your dog to a higher level. By developing the skills necessary to become the calm-assertive owner your dog needs in order for him to live a balanced, fulfilled life, you’ll improve your dog’s behavior and your own life as well. Be the Pack Leader is filled wit...
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32.
Series:
Cesar's Way Deck
50 Tips for Training and Understanding Your Dog
Cards
Cesar Millan
9780307396327
$22.99
PETS
Apr 08, 2008
Cesar Millan, star of TV's Dog Whisperer, offers definitive and accessible advice for understanding dog behavior and correcting common dog problems. Drawn from his bestselling book, Cesar's Way, this deck of fifty cards brings his wisdom and expertise right to your fingertips. Organized by theme, these cards will teach you:How to set rules and boundaries for your dog and curtail bad habits such as barking, begging, and bed-hogging.How to bathe your dog, bring him to the vet, and invite guests into your house with a minimal amount of fuss and fr...
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33.
Series:
Good Dog. Stay.
Hardcover
Anna Quindlen
9781400067138
$21.00
PETS
Nov 20, 2007
“The life of a good dog is like the life of a good person, only shorter and more compressed,” writes Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anna Quindlen about her beloved black Labrador retriever, Beau. With her trademark wisdom and humor, Quindlen reflects on how her life has unfolded in tandem with Beau’s, and on the lessons she’s learned by watching him: to roll with the punches, to take things as they come, to measure herself not in terms of the past or the future but of the present, to raise her nose in the air from time to time and, at least meta...
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34.
Series:
Cesar's Way
The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems
Paperback
Cesar Millan
9780307337979
$23.00
PETS
Sep 18, 2007
Cesar Millan—nationally recognized dog expert—helps you see the world through the eyes of your dog so you can finally eliminate problem behaviors. 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 Cesar is not a trainer in the traditional sense—his expertise lies in his unique ability to comprehend dog psychology. Tracing his own amazing journey from a clay-walled farm in Mexico to the celebrity pala...
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35.
Series:
For the Love of a Dog
Understanding Emotion in You and Your Best Friend
Paperback
Patricia McConnell Ph.D.
9780345477156
$24.00
PETS
Aug 28, 2007
Yes, humans and canines are different species, but current research provides fascinating, irrefutable evidence that what we share with our dogs is greater than how we vary. As behaviorist and zoologist Dr. Patricia McConnell tells us in this remarkable new book about emotions in dogs and in people, more and more scientists accept the premise that dogs have rich emotional lives, exhibiting a wide range of feelings including fear, anger, surprise, sadness, and love.In For the Love of a Dog, McConnell suggests that one of the reasons we love dogs ...
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36.
Series:
A Good Dog
The Story of Orson, Who Changed My Life
Paperback
Jon Katz
9780812971491
$23.00
PETS
Jun 26, 2007
“People who love dogs often talk about a ‘lifetime’ dog. I’d heard the phrase a dozen times before I came to recognize its significance. Lifetime dogs are dogs we love in especially powerful, sometimes inexplicable ways.”–Jon KatzIn this gripping and deeply touching book, bestselling author Jon Katz tells the story of his lifetime dog, Orson: a beautiful border collie–intense, smart, crazy, and unforgettable.From the moment Katz and Orson meet, when the dog springs from his traveling crate at Newark airport and panics the baggage claim area, th...
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37.
Series:
The Complete Dog Book
20th Edition
Hardcover
American Kennel Club
9780345476265
$54.00
PETS
Jan 31, 2006
For more than seventy-five years, The Complete Dog Book has been the premier reference on purebred dogs. Now in its twentieth edition, this treasured guide is an essential volume for every dog owner and owner-to-be.Comprehensive and thoughtfully organized, The Complete Dog Book features all 153 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, the official breed standards, breed histories, and photographs. Also included are the twelve most recently recognized breeds: Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Black Russian Terrier, German Pinscher, Glen of Imaal Ter...
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38.
Series:
The Dogs of Bedlam Farm
An Adventure with Sixteen Sheep, Three Dogs, Two Donkeys, and Me
Paperback
Jon Katz
9780812972504
$23.00
PETS
Sep 13, 2005
“Dogs are blameless, devoid of calculation, neither blessed nor cursed with human motives. They can’t really be held responsible for what they do. But we can.”–from The Dogs of Bedlam FarmWhen Jon Katz adopted a border collie named Orson, his whole world changed. Gone were the two yellow Labs he wrote about in A Dog Year, as was the mountaintop cabin they loved. Katz moved into an old farmhouse on forty-two acres of pasture and woods with a menagerie: a ram named Nesbitt, fifteen ewes, a lonely donkey named Carol, a baby donkey named Fanny, and...
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39.
Series:
Dog Is My Co-Pilot
Great Writers on the World's Oldest Friendship
Paperback
Bark Editors
9781400050536
$22.00
PETS
Oct 26, 2004
Dogs have been our muses, our mentors, and our playful and noble co-pilots. They’ve had a profound influence on us as healers and spiritual guides, and also as co-workers, helping to guide, hunt, herd, search, and rescue. Our bond with dogs is deep and unbreakable, and there’s no better source a reader can turn to for a richer understanding of that complex and wonderful relationship than The Bark. The Bark began as a newsletter in Berkeley, California, that advocated for an off-leash area where dogs could cavort and play. Within a few years it ...
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40.
Series:
How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days (Revised)
Paperback
Shirlee Kalstone
9780553382891
$13.50
PETS
Aug 03, 2004
For almost twenty years, dog owners have turned to this compact guide for sensible, step-by-step advice how to housebreak their beloved pets—in just one week! Now revised and updated, pet expert Shirlee Kalstone's foolproof method for housebreaking your dog is available with a fresh new look and up-to-date information.Whether your dog is a puppy or getting on in years, whether your goal is to housebreak, paper train, or litter train, this practical, easy-to-follow plan will help you transform your pet into a dependable member of the household—i...
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41.
Series: Owner's and Instruction Manual
The Dog Owner's Manual
Operating Instructions, Troubleshooting Tips, and Advice on Lifetime Maintenance
Paperback
Dr. David Brunner
9781931686853
$18.95
PETS
Apr 01, 2004
At Last! A Beginner’s Guide to Canine Technology Pee stains on the carpet. Barking at all hours of the night. That embarrassing thing he does with your leg. It’s enough to make you cry out, “Why doesn’t my dog have an owner’s manual?” And now, thankfully, he does. Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Dog Owner’s Manual explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: Which breeds interface best with children? How can I program my model to fetch? And why is its nose always wet? Whatever your concerns, you’ll ...
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42.
Series:
A Dog Year
Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me
Paperback
Jon Katz
9780812966909
$23.00
PETS
May 06, 2003
“Change loves me, defines and stalks me like a laser-guided smart bomb. It comes at me in all forms, suddenly and with enormous impact, from making shifts in work to having and raising a kid to buying a cabin on a distant mountaintop. Sometimes, change comes on four legs.” In his popular and widely praised Running to the Mountain, Jon Katz wrote of the strength and support he found in the massive forms of his two yellow Labrador retrievers, Julius and Stanley. When the Labs were six and seven, a breeder who’d read his book contacted Katz to say...
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43.
Series:
The Other End of the Leash
Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs
Paperback
Patricia McConnell Ph.D.
9780345446787
$24.00
PETS
Apr 29, 2003
Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs...
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44.
Series:
Pug Shots
Hardcover
Jim Dratfield
9780670887262
$28.00
PETS
Oct 01, 1999
From Winston Churchill to American humorist Margo Kaufman, who quipped "the pug is living proof that God has a sense of humor," these little dogs with squashed faces, protruding eyes, bulging bellies, and corkscrew tails have always had a devoted following. Now, however, they are at a zenith of popularity. Protagonists in movies like Men in Black, Pocahontas, and Milo and Otis. . . ABC's Primetime Live featured a story about a California festival called "Puggo de Mayo" and The New York Times' recent piece on the pug phenomenon. . .they conquere...
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45.
Series:
Pack of Two
The Intricate Bond Between People and Dogs
Paperback
Caroline Knapp
9780385317016
$23.00
PETS
Jun 08, 1999
At the age of 36, Caroline Knapp, author of the acclaimed bestseller Drinking:A Love Story, found herself confronted with a monumental task: redefining her world. She had faced the loss of both her parents, given up a twenty-year relationship with alcohol, and, as she writes, "I was wandering around in a haze of uncertainty, blinking up at the biggest questions: Who am I without parents and without alcohol? How to form attachments, and where to find comfort, in the face of such daunting vulnerability?" An answer materialized in the most unlik...
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46.
Series:
Family Dog
A Simple and Time-Proven Method, Revised Edition
Hardcover
Richard A. Wolters
9780525944720
$37.00
PETS
Feb 01, 1999
The bestselling dog training book that will give you the perfect family pet—from the author of Water Dog.This time-proven guide by legendary trainer Richard A. Wolters offers a step-by-step method for completely training your dog, regardless of breed or age—in just sixteen weeks. Whether you’re six or sixty, you can learn to train your dog quickly and effectively—taking only minutes a day. In Family Dog, you’ll discover:• How to choose the right dog for your family and lifestyle• The fundamentals of training—from housebreaking to basic commands...
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47.
Series:
The Pill Book Guide to Medication for Your Dog and Cat
Paperback
Kate Roby
9780553579895
$11.99
PETS
Oct 06, 1998
How much do you know about keeping your dog or cat healthy?Did you know that the same aspirin that can safely relieve a dog's fever can be fatal to a cat?What conditions may respond better to alternative therapies than standard prescription medications? Under what circumstances can common over-the-counter medications be hazardous to your pet's health?Do you know what hazardous household products are poisonous to your cat or dog?How do certain drugs interact with other drugs or with your pet's normal diet?This one-of-a-kind guide provides you wi...
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48.
Series:
Dogs Never Lie About Love
Reflections on the Emotional World of Dogs
Paperback
Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson
9780609802014
$18.99
PETS
Sep 08, 1998
Dogs fill our hearts with love and our minds with wonder, but their emotional lives have remained unexplored since Darwin 125 years ago. Now in Dogs Never Lie About Love, controversial psychoanalyst Jeffrey Masson brilliantly navigates the rich inner landscape of "our best friends."As he guides readers through the surprising depth of canine emotional complexity, Jeffrey Masson draws from myth and literature, from scientific studies, and from the stories and observations of dog trainers and dog lovers around the world. But the stars of the book ...
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49.
Series:
The Dog Who Loved Too Much
Tales, Treatments and the Psychology of Dogs
Paperback
Nicholas Dodman
9780553375268
$23.00
PETS
Mar 03, 1997
Do you have a problem pooch? What do you do with a dog who attacks the telephone whenever it rings? Or one who chases imaginary rabbits down imaginary holes? Or one who is terrified ofmicroblinds...or turns into Cujo every time company arrives?In this warm, compassionate, entertaining, and very informative book, Dr. Nicholas Dodman, one of the premier veterinary behaviorists in the country, tells real-life stories from his practice that illustrate his unique approach to correcting unwanted behaviors. By making key changes in a dog's diet, ex...
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50.
Series:
Four Paws, Five Directions
A Guide to Chinese Medicine for Cats and Dogs
Paperback
Cheryl Schwartz
9780890877906
$42.50
PETS
Jul 01, 1996
Welcome to the world of traditional Chinese medicinefor cats and dogs! For the growing number of animal lovers seeking an alternative to Western medicine, this thoughtful and comprehensive approach to home animal care is a virtual godsend. FOUR PAWS, FIVE DIRECTIONS includes descriptions of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine treatments, with special emphasis placed on clear, uncomplicated approaches to acupressure and diet that you can do at home. And just wait till you see the photographs! These vivid color portraits accurately chart the...
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51.
Series:
My Dog Skip
Paperback
Willie Morris
9780679767220
$19.95
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Jan 30, 1996
Now a major motion picture form Warner Brothers, starring Kevin Bacon, Diane Lane, Luke Wilson, Frankie Muniz, and "Eddie" from the TV show Frasier (as Skip), and produced by Mark Johnson (Rain Man).In 1943 in a sleepy town on the banks of the Yazoo River, a boy fell in love with a puppy with a lively gait and an intellingent way of listening. The two grew up together having the most wonderful adventures. A classic story of a boy, a dog, and small-town America, My Dog Skip belongs on the same shelf as The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Russell ...
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53.
Series:
Game Dog
Second Revised Edition
Hardcover
Richard A. Wolters
9780525939429
$37.00
PETS
Jan 01, 1995
The most efficient dog training book for retrievers hunting upland birds and waterfowl—from the author of Water Dog.This time-proven guide by legendary trainer Richard A. Wolters offers a step-by-step method for completely training your dog, resulting in a skilled hunting retriever by the time your pet is one year old. In Game Dog, you’ll discover:• How to choose a pup—what to look for, where to find the best• The five critical periods of a dog's mental development• Which retrievers are easier to train—males or females• How to get two dogs to w...
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54.
Series:
How to Get Your Dog to Do What You Want
A Loving Approach to Unleashing Your Dog's Astonishing Potential
Paperback
Warren Eckstein
9780449909560
$24.00
PETS
Sep 06, 1994
Why settle for anything less than a best friend? Every dog wants to perform -- and deservedly gain your love and affection. With Warren Eckstein's expert guidance, you can forget about frustration and disobedience, and enjoy years with a loyal, alert, and very happy dog! Here are wonderful insights, witty observations, and step-by-step advice for:* Communicating with your dog* Hassle-free housebreaking*The training ABCs -- from sitting to heeling and beyond* Diet, grooming, exercise and dentistry tips* Coping with canine old age* And much, much...
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55.
Series:
The New Yorker Book of Dog Cartoons
Hardcover
The New Yorker
9780679416807
$30.00
HUMOR
Oct 06, 1992
Here's the dog's life as seen through the eyes and imaginations of, among others, Charles Addams, Edward Koren, Saul Steinberg, and the dog's all-time best friend, James Thurber. 101 cartoons in all from The New Yorker over the past 65 years.
56.
Series:
Water Dog
Revolutionary Rapid Training Method
Hardcover
Richard A. Wolters
9780525247340
$37.00
PETS
Sep 24, 1964
The classic bestselling dog training book for the person with limited time who wants to train a working retriever fast.Containing revolutionary scientific information on the mental development of your pet, Water Dog is a step by step training book with no extraneous material. It covers everything from the day you get your puppy to the finished dog, showing you the complete training procedures step by step in picture sequence.It will show you not only what to expect of your dog but what your dog can expect of you. Full of information about using...
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57.
Series:
Gun Dog
Revolutionary Rapid Training Method
Hardcover
Richard A. Wolters
9780525245490
$37.00
PETS
May 26, 1961
This dog training book will produce the perfect hunting partner for the man who wants a gun dog fast and wants to train it himself—from the author of Game Dog.This time-proven guide by legendary trainer Richard A. Wolters offers a step-by-step method for completely training your dog. It is the first book for the upland bird hunter that teaches the hunting commands with the use of training tools, making training easier for you and your dog. Written with scientific information on the mental development of a dog, Gun Dog shows the complete trainin...
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