Pets category: 9357 books

Having a dog in your life brings fulfillment and even promotes a longer life span!  One of the great benefits to owning a dog is the fact you have a live in play-mate!  Your dog is a shoulder to cry on, a partner to exercise with, an alarm clock, and over time becomes an integral part of your family! ...

Nothing makes author Peg Gould smile like seeing Duke, her iron hulk of a dog, bound into the enclosed fields of the dog park near home with true hound-dog swagger, tail held high and wagging wildly. His velvety black hair and droopy jowls often are noticed and appreciated by onlookers as though they...

A loving and enthusiastic record of a cat who was dearly loved, this book chronicles the adventures of Sammy, a Siamese who was considered a member of the family from the day he and his brother joined his "girls." He slept with his girls; he ate a sample of their food, selectively eating what he liked...

Christmas at Battersea: True Stories of Miracles and Hope is full of heart-warming festive tales about the bond between man and animal, from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. 'Battersea Dogs & Cats Home never closes its doors, not even on Christmas Day' - Paul O'Grady On Christmas Day...

The Dogs of My Life is a collection of stories about just that; the dogs of my life. I grew up with dogs and believe I learned, and am still learning, many lessons from them. Over the years I have thought about these lessons and what they teach me about the Kingdom of God. Isn't it just like God to...

As pets or show horses, for driving, therapy, or guide animals, Minis are ideal whether you have limited space or a larger property. The Book of Miniature Horses is full of information on finding and selecting Minis; their care, exercise, training, showing, and breeding; their use as therapy animals; and more.

Nurturing Paws is an uplifting collection of more than 80 short stories and poems celebrating the remarkable ability of animals to ease our physical and emotional pain while showing us love, compassion, and acceptance. These pieces, written by some of today's most prolific writers, will warm your heart,...

Ever since hamsters arrived in the United States in the 1950s, they have topped the list as America’s favorite critter. Hailed as “the ultimate pocket pet,” hamsters are “small, cute, fuzzy, clean, and easy to care for,” in the words of author Virginia Parker Guidry. Filled with terrific color...

For the family and would-be smallholder, chickens are the obvious first step when venturing into keeping livestock. Chickens also make ideal family pets, requiring less attention than a dog yet still being entertaining, productive and educational. This practical book is ideal for the complete beginner....

Everything you need to know about keeping a maltipoo as a pet.This is another very informative book by Elliott Lang. As an animal lover, he enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care for their animals to give them a happy home.This book is a must have guide for anybody passionate...

Housetraining a puppy is one of the most difficult tasks a dog owner will encounter. According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association National Pet Owners Survey, there are more than 77 million dogs kept as pets in America. How to Housetrain Your Puppy in 14 Days or Less will teach...

Beagles, the "Snoopy" breed that won the Westminster Dog Show's Best in Show award in 2008, were fifth on the American Kennel Association's 2007 list of most popular dogs in America--a tribute to the enduring appeal of these playful, very sociable pets. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

How To Get Rid of Ear Mites Ear mites trouble pets because they burrow deep into their ear and do two things. One is they expose your pet for infections caused by bacteria entering the wounds caused by these biting bugs. Second, the ear mites can clog your pet's ear, which disrupts their...

This book aims to help readers live well with their pets, creating a harmonious environment in which both animals and humans are happy. It will walk readers through each area of the home, from the kitchen to the backyard to the bedroom, providing practical advice and helpful how-tos for keeping things...