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Dogs, Boys, and Other Things I’ve Cried About

A Memoir

de Isabel Klee ...

THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!From the social media superstar behind @SimonSits, Isabel Klee—known for her heartwarming tales of dog rescue—comes an utterly winning memoir about a twentysomething woman’s search for true love in New York City and the dogs who helped her find it.A Jersey girl by birth, Isabel Klee had always wanted to live in New York City. At age 20, she got her chance, ... Leer más

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THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!From the social media superstar behind @SimonSits, Isabel Klee—known for her heartwarming tales of dog rescue—comes an utterly winning memoir about a twentysomething woman’s search for true love in New York City and the dogs who helped her find it.A Jersey girl by birth, Isabel Klee had always wanted to live in New York City. At age 20, she got her chance,
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And a Dog Called Fig

Solitude, Connection, the Writing Life

de Helen Humphreys ...

And a Dog Called Fig is the story of one writer's life with dogs (including a frisky new puppy), how they are uniquely ideal companions for building a creative life, and some delightful tales about dogs and their famous writersInto my writer's isolation will come a dog, to sit beside my chair or to lie on the couch while I work, to force me outside for a walk, and suddenly, although still lonely, ... Leer más

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And a Dog Called Fig is the story of one writer's life with dogs (including a frisky new puppy), how they are uniquely ideal companions for building a creative life, and some delightful tales about dogs and their famous writersInto my writer's isolation will come a dog, to sit beside my chair or to lie on the couch while I work, to force me outside for a walk, and suddenly, although still lonely,
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Meet the Breeds

A Guide to More Than 200 AKC Breeds

Edición de American Kennel Club ...

Series series AKC Meet the Breed Series
With more than 200 registered breeds either in one of the seven Variety Groups or part of the Miscellaneous Class, the American Kennel Club is the world's largest purebred-dog registry and the governing body for the canine sport in the United States. For someone looking to add a purebred canine companion to his or her life or for the all-around purebred-dog enthusiast, this AKC-authorized fifth ... Leer más

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With more than 200 registered breeds either in one of the seven Variety Groups or part of the Miscellaneous Class, the American Kennel Club is the world's largest purebred-dog registry and the governing body for the canine sport in the United States. For someone looking to add a purebred canine companion to his or her life or for the all-around purebred-dog enthusiast, this AKC-authorized fifth
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The Year of the Puppy

How Dogs Become Themselves

de Alexandra Horowitz ...

**“What Mr. Rogers was to children, Alexandra Horowitz is to dogs: a wise and patient observer who seeks to intimately know a creature... Her chapters, packed with close observations about canine cognition and behavior, are mini-mood lifters." —NPR, Maureen Corrigan on Fresh AirWhat is it like to be a puppy? Author of the classic Inside of a Dog, Alexandra Horowitz tries to find out, spending a ... Leer más

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**“What Mr. Rogers was to children, Alexandra Horowitz is to dogs: a wise and patient observer who seeks to intimately know a creature... Her chapters, packed with close observations about canine cognition and behavior, are mini-mood lifters." —NPR, Maureen Corrigan on Fresh AirWhat is it like to be a puppy? Author of the classic Inside of a Dog, Alexandra Horowitz tries to find out, spending a
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English Setter Dog Training and Understanding Their Behavior Book

de Vince Stead ...

Have fun training and understanding your English Setter with these fun helpful tips! 1. The Characteristics of a English Setter Puppy and Dog 2. What You Should Know About Puppy Teeth 3. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your English Setter Puppy 4. Are Rawhide Treats Good for Your English Setter? 5. How to Crate Train Your English Setter 6. When Should You Spay Or Neuter Your Dog? 7. When Your ... Leer más

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Have fun training and understanding your English Setter with these fun helpful tips! 1. The Characteristics of a English Setter Puppy and Dog 2. What You Should Know About Puppy Teeth 3. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your English Setter Puppy 4. Are Rawhide Treats Good for Your English Setter? 5. How to Crate Train Your English Setter 6. When Should You Spay Or Neuter Your Dog? 7. When Your
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Healing Companions

Ordinary Dogs and Their Extraordinary Power to Transform Lives

de Jane Miller ...

"Finally, someone has written about the best kept mental health secret: how dogs save psyches, hearts, minds, and sometimes, quite literally, lives . . ."—Belleruth Naparstek, LISW, author of Invisible HeroesAs the more than 65 million dog-owners in America will attest, there's something about the presence of a dog that inspires confidence, nurtures emotional well-being, and brings out the best in ... Leer más

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"Finally, someone has written about the best kept mental health secret: how dogs save psyches, hearts, minds, and sometimes, quite literally, lives . . ."—Belleruth Naparstek, LISW, author of Invisible HeroesAs the more than 65 million dog-owners in America will attest, there's something about the presence of a dog that inspires confidence, nurtures emotional well-being, and brings out the best in
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The Heart of a Dog - Bulgakov

de Mikhail Bulgakov ...

The Heart of a Dog is a novella that blends science fiction with sharp social commentary. The story centers on a stray dog named Sharik, who is taken in by a scientist, Professor Preobrazhensky. The professor performs an experimental surgery on Sharik, transplanting human organs into the dog, which causes Sharik to transform into a human-like creature named Poligraf Poligrafovich Sharikov. ... Leer más

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The Heart of a Dog is a novella that blends science fiction with sharp social commentary. The story centers on a stray dog named Sharik, who is taken in by a scientist, Professor Preobrazhensky. The professor performs an experimental surgery on Sharik, transplanting human organs into the dog, which causes Sharik to transform into a human-like creature named Poligraf Poligrafovich Sharikov.
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Lab Dog

A Beagle and His Human Investigate the Surprising World of Animal Research

de Melanie D.G. Kaplan ...

The "remarkable" (Dr. Jane Goodall) story of a beagle’s past, and the future of animal researchWinner of an ASJA Book AwardWhen journalist Melanie D.G. Kaplan adopted her beagle Hammy, all she knew was that he had spent nearly four years in a research lab. Curious to know more about this gentle creature’s past, as well as the broader world of animal research, Kaplan—with Hammy in tow—embarks on a ... Leer más

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The "remarkable" (Dr. Jane Goodall) story of a beagle’s past, and the future of animal researchWinner of an ASJA Book AwardWhen journalist Melanie D.G. Kaplan adopted her beagle Hammy, all she knew was that he had spent nearly four years in a research lab. Curious to know more about this gentle creature’s past, as well as the broader world of animal research, Kaplan—with Hammy in tow—embarks on a
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Pugs

de Liz Palika ...

You’re no idiot, of course. You know Pugs are cute dogs, with their stocky little bodies and happy-go-lucky expressions. But these dogs are bred to be companions and can be stubborn if you get them to do something they don’t want to do!The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Pugs shows how you and your pug can enjoy each other and still follow some house rules. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get:• ... Leer más

$7.99 USD

You’re no idiot, of course. You know Pugs are cute dogs, with their stocky little bodies and happy-go-lucky expressions. But these dogs are bred to be companions and can be stubborn if you get them to do something they don’t want to do!The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Pugs shows how you and your pug can enjoy each other and still follow some house rules. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get:•
... Leer más
The Power of Positive Dog Training

de Pat Miller ...

A renowned dog trainer gives you the positive training tools you need to share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect with your dog. Plus, you'll get: information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog's body language; instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts; a diary to track ... Leer más

$14.30 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

A renowned dog trainer gives you the positive training tools you need to share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect with your dog. Plus, you'll get: information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog's body language; instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts; a diary to track
... Leer más
How to Teach Quantum Physics to Your Dog

de Chad Orzel ...

Learn the basics of quantum physics with this clever, fun, and lighthearted introduction to modern physics based on a series of conversations with Chad Orzel and his dog Emmy.When physics professor Chad Orzel went to the pound to adopt a dog, he never imagined Emmy. She wasn’t just a friendly mutt who needed a home. Soon she was trying to use the strange ideas of quantum mechanics for the really ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

Learn the basics of quantum physics with this clever, fun, and lighthearted introduction to modern physics based on a series of conversations with Chad Orzel and his dog Emmy.When physics professor Chad Orzel went to the pound to adopt a dog, he never imagined Emmy. She wasn’t just a friendly mutt who needed a home. Soon she was trying to use the strange ideas of quantum mechanics for the really
... Leer más
The Story of the Plott Hound: Strike & Stay

de Bob Plott ...

The Plott bear hound, a dog originally from Germany and developed in the North Carolina mountains, is known as one of the world's best hunting dog breeds. Recognized now as one of the premier hunting dogs in America, the Plott bear hound is unique among hunting dog breeds because it descends from Germanic stock rather than the traditional English foxhound. The breed's story began when its original ... Leer más

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The Plott bear hound, a dog originally from Germany and developed in the North Carolina mountains, is known as one of the world's best hunting dog breeds. Recognized now as one of the premier hunting dogs in America, the Plott bear hound is unique among hunting dog breeds because it descends from Germanic stock rather than the traditional English foxhound. The breed's story began when its original
... Leer más
Shelter Dogs in a Photo Booth

de Guinnevere Shuster ...

This uplifting, fun collection of photographs and biographies of rescue dogs is the perfect gift for animal lovers.Man's best friend! What better way to showcase adoptable dogs than by letting their true personalities shine in a photo booth! In the tradition of the best-selling dog photography book, Underwater Dogs, Shelter Dogs in a Photo Booth wins the heart of all dog lovers.Often seen as sad, ... Leer más

$8.90 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This uplifting, fun collection of photographs and biographies of rescue dogs is the perfect gift for animal lovers.Man's best friend! What better way to showcase adoptable dogs than by letting their true personalities shine in a photo booth! In the tradition of the best-selling dog photography book, Underwater Dogs, Shelter Dogs in a Photo Booth wins the heart of all dog lovers.Often seen as sad,
... Leer más
Craig & Fred

A Marine, A Stray Dog, and How They Rescued Each Other

de Craig Grossi ...

The uplifting and unforgettable true story of a US Marine, the stray dog he met on an Afghan battlefield, and how they saved each other and now travel America together, "spreading the message of stubborn positivity."In 2010, Sergeant Craig Grossi was doing intelligence work for Marine RECON—the most elite fighters in the Corps—in a remote part of Afghanistan. While on patrol, he spotted a young ... Leer más

$11.49 USD

The uplifting and unforgettable true story of a US Marine, the stray dog he met on an Afghan battlefield, and how they saved each other and now travel America together, "spreading the message of stubborn positivity."In 2010, Sergeant Craig Grossi was doing intelligence work for Marine RECON—the most elite fighters in the Corps—in a remote part of Afghanistan. While on patrol, he spotted a young
... Leer más
Your German Shepherd Puppy Month By Month

de Debra Eldredge DVM, Liz Palika ...

Series series Your Puppy Month by Month
Your German Shepherd Puppy Month-by-Month provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Expert authors Liz Palika, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have and many they don't think to ask, ... Leer más

$8.99 USD

Your German Shepherd Puppy Month-by-Month provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Expert authors Liz Palika, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have and many they don't think to ask,
... Leer más
CHIHUAHUA: History, Habits, Care, Legends and Training of the World's Smallest Dog

de Bill Edwards ...

They were once thought to be huge‭ ‬rats or even mystical creatures.‭ ‬They have been worshiped,‭ ‬eaten and treasured by ancient civilizations.‭ ‬The one thing for sure about the Chihuahua Breed of Dogs is that just about everyone seems to love them,‭ ‬especially celebrities. She may not be able to put up with Simon Cowell and his sharp-tongued criticisms on American Idol or The X-Factor,‭ ‬but ... Leer más

$2.69 USD

They were once thought to be huge‭ ‬rats or even mystical creatures.‭ ‬They have been worshiped,‭ ‬eaten and treasured by ancient civilizations.‭ ‬The one thing for sure about the Chihuahua Breed of Dogs is that just about everyone seems to love them,‭ ‬especially celebrities. She may not be able to put up with Simon Cowell and his sharp-tongued criticisms on American Idol or The X-Factor,‭ ‬but
... Leer más
Raising And Training Your French Bulldog Puppy

The Pet Dog Bible For Puppies

de George H. Mutter ...

Series Libro 4 - Teach Smart Not Hard
What if I told you the secrets of effortlessly teaching your new puppy to be a well mannered and obedient family member? I bet you’re a bit like me, I used to become frustrated because I didn’t know how to avoid all the known bad behaviors a puppy might form into habits, or how to make a puppy feel comfortable in a new environment. Imagine how great you and your puppy’s life will be when you use ... Leer más

$8.09 USD

What if I told you the secrets of effortlessly teaching your new puppy to be a well mannered and obedient family member? I bet you’re a bit like me, I used to become frustrated because I didn’t know how to avoid all the known bad behaviors a puppy might form into habits, or how to make a puppy feel comfortable in a new environment. Imagine how great you and your puppy’s life will be when you use
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Happy Dog

101 Easy Enrichment Activities for a Healthy, Happy, Well-Behaved Pup

de Chelsea Barstow ...

Go beyond training and tricks with enrichment activities to improve your dog’s mental health from TikTok dog enrichment specialist Chelsea Barstow.It’s time to take a big step beyond the regular old sit, stay, and roll over with your dog. Canine enrichment can help reduce stress in your dog as well as give them a constructive way to drain their energy. We all know what it’s like to be bored at ... Leer más

$2.99 USD

Go beyond training and tricks with enrichment activities to improve your dog’s mental health from TikTok dog enrichment specialist Chelsea Barstow.It’s time to take a big step beyond the regular old sit, stay, and roll over with your dog. Canine enrichment can help reduce stress in your dog as well as give them a constructive way to drain their energy. We all know what it’s like to be bored at
... Leer más
Finding And Training Your Service Dog

And Making Her Part of the Family

de George H. Mutter ...

Series Libro 2 - Owner Trained Service Dog
What if I told you the secrets of easily and effortlessly teaching your new puppy to be a well mannered and obedient family member? I bet you’re a bit like me, I used to become frustrated because I didn’t know how to avoid all the known bad behaviors a puppy might form into habits, or how to make a puppy feel comfortable in a new environment. Imagine how great you and your puppy’s life will be ... Leer más

$8.09 USD

What if I told you the secrets of easily and effortlessly teaching your new puppy to be a well mannered and obedient family member? I bet you’re a bit like me, I used to become frustrated because I didn’t know how to avoid all the known bad behaviors a puppy might form into habits, or how to make a puppy feel comfortable in a new environment. Imagine how great you and your puppy’s life will be
... Leer más
Animals Make Us Human

Creating the Best Life for Animals

de Temple Grandin, Catherine Johnson ...

How can we give animals the best life—for them? What does an animal need to be happy? In her groundbreaking, best-selling book Animals in Translation, Temple Grandin drew on her own experience with autism as well as her experience as an animal scientist to deliver extraordinary insights into the science of animal emotions and how animals think, act, and feel. Now she builds on those insights to ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

How can we give animals the best life—for them? What does an animal need to be happy? In her groundbreaking, best-selling book Animals in Translation, Temple Grandin drew on her own experience with autism as well as her experience as an animal scientist to deliver extraordinary insights into the science of animal emotions and how animals think, act, and feel. Now she builds on those insights to
... Leer más
Fabulous Finn

The Brave Police Dog Who Came Back from the Brink

de Dave Wardell ...

THE TOP TEN BESTSELLER: The Inspirational Life of Finn, Britain's Bravest Dog, Winner of the 2017 Daily Mirror Animal Hero of the Year Award and Star of Britain's Got Talent 2019Hertfordshire, October 5th 2016. At around 2 a.m., PC Dave Wardell and his dog, PD Finn, were trying to apprehend a robbery suspect when he turned around and attacked them. Finn was stabbed with a ten-inch-bladed knife, ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

THE TOP TEN BESTSELLER: The Inspirational Life of Finn, Britain's Bravest Dog, Winner of the 2017 Daily Mirror Animal Hero of the Year Award and Star of Britain's Got Talent 2019Hertfordshire, October 5th 2016. At around 2 a.m., PC Dave Wardell and his dog, PD Finn, were trying to apprehend a robbery suspect when he turned around and attacked them. Finn was stabbed with a ten-inch-bladed knife,
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Starter Dog

My Path to Joy, Belonging and Loving This World

de Rona Maynard ...

An irresistible tale of reluctant dog ownership full of heart, humor, and wisdomRona Maynard wants to love her life again. Stuck in the what-next doldrums after quitting a big job, she needs a new bridge to the world. So, well into their married life, she lets her husband talk her into their first dog, a rescue mutt named Casey. Rona frets about shedding, lost travel opportunities, and arguments ... Leer más

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An irresistible tale of reluctant dog ownership full of heart, humor, and wisdomRona Maynard wants to love her life again. Stuck in the what-next doldrums after quitting a big job, she needs a new bridge to the world. So, well into their married life, she lets her husband talk her into their first dog, a rescue mutt named Casey. Rona frets about shedding, lost travel opportunities, and arguments
... Leer más
Dog Songs

Deluxe Edition

de Mary Oliver ...

“The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming.” —The Boston GlobeMary 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 ... Leer más

$6.99 USD

“The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming.” —The Boston GlobeMary 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
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Pit Bull

The Battle over an American Icon

de Bronwen Dickey ...

The hugely illuminating story of how a popular breed of dog became the most demonized and supposedly the most dangerous of dogs—and what role humans have played in the transformation.When Bronwen Dickey brought her new dog home, she saw no traces of the infamous viciousness in her affectionate, timid pit bull. Which made her wonder: How had the breed—beloved by Teddy Roosevelt, Helen Keller, and ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

The hugely illuminating story of how a popular breed of dog became the most demonized and supposedly the most dangerous of dogs—and what role humans have played in the transformation.When Bronwen Dickey brought her new dog home, she saw no traces of the infamous viciousness in her affectionate, timid pit bull. Which made her wonder: How had the breed—beloved by Teddy Roosevelt, Helen Keller, and
... Leer más

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