Pets & Animal Care

A uniquely insightful, uplifting, emotional, and informative book that shows us how dogs make our lives better by making us better people from the Dogist. Elias Weiss Friedman became known as The Dogist when he took thousands of photos of dogs and posted them online along with their unique dog...

One of Washington Post’s 5 “Feel-Good Books” of Summer 2024 New York City’s premier “house call veterinarian” takes you into the exclusive penthouses and four-star hotel rooms of the wealthiest New Yorkers and shows that, when it comes to their pets, they are just as neurotic as any...

Find All Creatures Great and Small: The Warm and Joyful Memoirs of the World's Most Beloved Animal Doctor, read by Nicholas Ralph, star of the new PBS Masterpiece series, on Audible. These are the stories that catapulted James Herriot to literary fame. When this book was first published, it was...

READ BY THE AUTHOR! From the social media superstar behind @SimonSits, Isabel Klee 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. This audiobook is read by Isabel herself! A Jersey girl by birth, Isabel...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Fourteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by New York Times bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman. Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their...

The Other End of the Leash shares a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs....

The basis for the PBS Masterpiece series and the second volume in the multimillion copy bestselling series. Millions of readers have delighted in the wonderful storytelling and everyday miracles of James Herriot in the fifty years since his animal stories were first introduced to the world. All...

In this illuminating book, brain scientist and horsewoman Janet Jones describes human and equine brains working together. Using plain language, she explores the differences and similarities between equine and human ways of negotiating the world....

In Your Dog Is Your Mirror, dog trainer Kevin Behan proposes a radical new model for understanding canine behavior: a dog’s behavior and emotion, indeed its very cognition, are driven by our emotion....

Is your journey with your reactive dog filled with love, stress, and confusion? Transform it into a rewarding bond, even if you've tried everything and found little success.

Here's a third delightful volume of memoirs rich with James Herriot's own brand of humor, insight, and wisdom, and the basis for the PBS Masterpiece drama....

Tired of outdated and ineffective puppy training methods? How to House Train Your Puppy by Sophia Oldsman, M.S., is a compassionate and practical guide for new pet parents who want to housetrain their puppies humanely and efficiently.

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE The extraordinary and inspiring true story about the surprising bond between a young teacher and the small penguin he rescued “The Penguin Lessons teaches an important truth: that a single act of compassion can be repaid a thousand-fold.”—Sy Montgomery...

Here is everything you need to know about the crucial first months of your puppy's life. From the decision to adopt a pup through the practicalities of every phase of caring for your puppy...

No Ordinary Dog is the powerful true story of a SEAL Team Operator and military dog handler, and the dog that saved his life. This program is read by the author. Two dozen Navy SEALs descended on Osama bin Laden’s compound in May 2011. After the mission, only one name was made public: Cairo, a...

“As to methods there may be a million and then some, but principles are few. The man who grasps principles can successfully select his own ...

In this volume, after serving in the RAF in World War II, Herriot gladly returns home to Yorkshire to his beloved family and multitude of patients, with many more tender, funny, sad and wise stories to share with us and warm our hearts....

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER November 1958: the National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Into the rarefied atmosphere of wealth and tradition comes the most unlikely of horses—a drab white former plow horse named Snowman—and his rider, Harry de Leyer. They were the...

How do you raise a happy, healthy, and emotionally resilient dog? Full of actionable guidance, Puppy Brain will show you how to create a harmonious, fulfilling relationship with your pet, from Kerry Nichols, founder of Nicholberry Goldens. Do you want to learn how to help your dog feel safe? Do...

Bestselling author Cesar Millan takes his principles of dog psychology a step further, showing 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. Filled with practical tips and techniques as well as real-life success...

While grief is a normal, healthy response to losing a beloved pet, it is important to work through its various stages and eventually find a way to move forward.

**This program is read by Nicholas Ralph, star of the PBS Masterpiece series** "Nicholas Ralph’s readings of Herriot’s stories are as comforting an experience as the show, and even more immersive." —The Houston Chronicle A tie-in to the PBS Masterpiece series and Christmas special...

Bird Care Made Simple is a complete beginner's guide to raising a happy, healthy, and well-behaved pet bird without stress, guesswork, or overwhelming advice.

Repairing the Heartbreak of Pet Loss Grief teaches you to understand your grief, prepares you for the journey of self-discovery, helps you face your grief head-on and do what your pet would want you to do—go back to living with love and happiness in your heart....

Discover the brain behind the horse—and transform the way you connect, communicate, and train. Horse Brain Science is the definitive reference on equine neuroscience, offering both depth and clarity for anyone who works with horses.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Fourteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by New York Times bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman. Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their...

We learn so much from our cats, and along the way they keep us company, provide unconditional love, and share in the ups and downs of our lives. What do we learn from our cats? Everything. They make us better versions of ourselves and show us the power of gratitude, forgiveness, resilience...

When a storm drives a tired, ordinary mare to the gates of the Royal Meadow, no one mistakes her for a princess. She is muddy, exhausted, and far too plain for a court built on pedigree, polish, and old rules. But Prince Rowanwood sees something no one else does: a quiet strength, a deep kindness, and a heart that notices suffering when others look away. Queen Bramble is not so easily persuaded. In a kingdom where bloodlines matter and appearances can decide a future, she sets in motion a secret test built around a single hard pea and an old horse in need of comfort. If the stranger mare is...

The Bearded Dragon as a Pet is a practical, beginner-friendly guide to caring for one of the world’s most popular reptile pets. Bearded dragons are calm, fascinating, and full of personality, but they need the right setup, proper feeding, and consistent care to stay healthy. This book gives you clear, straightforward advice so you can look after your dragon with confidence. Inside, you’ll learn how to: • Set up a safe and effective enclosure • Provide the right heating and UVB lighting • Feed your bearded dragon at each stage of life • Recognise signs of stress, illness, and ...

Raise Happy, Healthy Backyard Chickens in Just 15 Minutes a Day—Even If You’ve Never Owned a Single Bird Before Discover the simple, stress-free system for fresh eggs, a thriving flock, and total peace of mind—without expensive mistakes, overwhelm, or wasted time. You love the idea of fresh eggs, a peaceful backyard routine, and a more self-sufficient lifestyle—but the reality feels confusing, time-consuming, and risky. What if you choose the wrong breed? Build the wrong coop? Or worse… lose your flock to predators or legal issues? That’s exactly why Backyard Chickens Made ...

A Calm, Practical Guide to Keeping Axolotls Healthy Axolotls are fascinating and unique aquatic pets, but they require the right environment and care to thrive. This practical guide is designed to help you confidently set up, maintain, and care for your axolotl from day one. Inside this guide, you will learn how to create a stable aquarium, understand water quality, choose the right food, and recognise important behaviour and health signs. With clear explanations and realistic advice, this book focuses on what truly matters for long-term success. This guide covers: • Aquarium setup and ...

Elena Rossi knows how to sit a powerful horse, hold a polished smile, and bury every dangerous craving beneath discipline. In the glittering world of elite dressage, control is everything—and Elena has built her life on it. But when notorious trainer Marco Valtieri enters her orbit, all that hard-won restraint starts to fracture. He is too commanding, too perceptive, too skilled at drawing brilliance from both horse and rider. And when Valerius responds to him with explosive power Elena has only dreamed of unlocking, desire becomes impossible to separate from ambition. Marco doesn’t ...

Most people believe animals understand commands. Few realize that animals understand something far deeper. They understand the human state of awareness. A dog senses tension before a word is spoken. A cow relaxes in the presence of a calm handler but becomes restless with a hurried one. A horse detects hesitation long before the rider becomes conscious of it. Anyone who has spent time with animals knows that communication is happening constantly even when nothing is said. But what exactly are animals sensing During years of veterinary work among cows, dogs, goats, horses, farmers and ...

Elizabeth Vance knows exactly what’s wrong with modern dressage: too much money, too little grit, and far too many people confusing luxury with talent. She’s spent years working herself to the bone, training horses, managing impossible clients, and scraping together a life in a sport dominated by wealth, status, and bloodlines. Then one late-night social media post changes everything. When Elizabeth’s brutally honest rant about rich riders goes wildly viral, she accidentally humiliates the last man she should have targeted: Julian Darcy, a cold, brilliant tech billionaire who has just...

Leopard geckos are one of the most popular reptile pets in the world - but keeping them properly requires more than a simple tank and a few insects. The Leopard Gecko as a Pet is a clear, practical guide designed to help beginners set up the right environment and provide responsible long-term care for this fascinating reptile. Inside this guide you will learn: • How to set up a safe and comfortable leopard gecko enclosure • The correct heating and temperature gradient your gecko needs • Safe substrates, hides, and habitat design • Feeding routines and the best insects to offer • ...

A herd of wild horses that shouldn’t exist. A scientist who dies before he can tell the truth. And a desert canyon hiding a billion-dollar lie. When equine behavior specialist Sofi Reyes is recruited to investigate a mysterious herd of Colonial Spanish mustangs discovered deep in the Davis Mountains, the find sounds like a miracle for wildlife conservation. A “ghost herd” untouched for a century could rewrite Texas history. But Sofi doesn’t believe in miracles. She believes in evidence. The horses’ behavior is wrong. Their movements are wrong. Even the soil beneath their hooves ...

Hermit crabs are fascinating animals, but they are often misunderstood. Many new owners receive incorrect advice about housing, diet, and care. As a result, hermit crabs are frequently kept in environments that do not support their long-term health. Hermit Crabs as Pets is a clear, practical guide designed to help beginners create a stable and healthy habitat for these unique animals. This book explains the essential principles of hermit crab care in simple, easy-to-follow steps. Inside this guide you will learn: • How to set up a safe and stable hermit crab enclosure • The correct ...

The Definitive A‑to‑Z Handbook for Choosing, Understanding, and Caring for Your Ideal Dog Choosing the right dog isn’t just a purchase—it’s a life-changing partnership. In this newly expanded and expertly updated second edition, Kimberly Duhart delivers the most practical, visually rich, and easy-to-use breed reference available for today’s dog lovers. Whether you’re a first-time owner or a seasoned dog enthusiast, this guide helps you confidently navigate more than 100+ dog breeds, including 15 newly added breeds and hybrids, each presented with a clean, modern profile layout...

Does your dog become anxious the moment you leave the house? Barking, pacing, whining, and destructive behavior are common signs of separation stress. Sudden silence and unpredictable outside noises can heighten that anxiety.

Doberman Mastery The Complete Guide to Raising, Training, and Leading with Confidence Dobermans are one of the most intelligent, loyal, and powerful companion breeds in the world—but they are also one of the most misunderstood. Without proper structure and training, a Doberman’s intelligence, drive, and protective instincts can quickly overwhelm an inexperienced owner. But when guided correctly, this remarkable breed becomes one of the most devoted, reliable, and capable companions a person can have. Doberman Mastery provides a clear, practical roadmap for raising a confident, stable, ...

The concept of canine consent is far more than simply a buzzword in modern dog training practices. In its current form, consent is a distinctly human concept, designed by humans and for humans. Looking beyond species boundaries can help us not only consider concepts of canine consent and...

Bird Care Made Simple is a complete beginner's guide to raising a happy, healthy, and well-behaved pet bird without stress, guesswork, or overwhelming advice. Whether you're a first-time bird owner or looking to improve your care routine, this step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to feed, train, bond with, and understand your bird with confidence.

The most comprehensive volume dedicated to horses, Original Horse Bible is a celebration of the relationship between humans and horses, written by two highly regarded horsewomen, the late Moira C. Allen and Sharon Biggs.

Bringing Up Beaver is more than just a feel-good story about human encounters with nature. Full of fascinating observations about beaver behavior and biology, Bringing Up Beaver also documents the unique challenges and obstacles to be faced and overcome in rehabbing a wild beaver kit.

Written by poultry keeper and lifetime enthusiast, Adrian Marks who has been involved with animals his whole life. He has reared and kept many breeds of poultry over the years, including many varieties of Ducks, Geese, Pheasant, Chickens, Bantams and of course Guinea Fowl. Guinea Fowl in particular have always held a lasting interest to him, which largely inspired him to pay homage to this fascinating bird.

Caring for your pets and caring for the planet work hand in hand. This friendly, clear, and slightly mischievous guide shows you how to give your dog or cat a wonderful life while lowering your household’s environmental footprint, saving money, and making everyday choices that feel good and do good. James Ellison invites you into his New England home with Sam, Edna, and Milo, where every lesson comes from real life. Sustainable pet care is not an all-or-nothing mission. It is a series of small, thoughtful habits that help pets thrive while protecting the world they live in.

Hund & Kind – Wie sie Hund und Kind sicher zusammenführen. Verstehen. Vertrauen. Verbinden. – Der ultimative Guide für Hundebesitzer, Kinder und Hunde – eine wunderbare Beziehung, die jedoch Wissen, Einfühlungsvermögen und klare Anleitung erfordert. Dieses Buch ist der perfekte Begleiter für Familien, die ihre Kinder mit Hunden sicher und liebevoll aufwachsen lassen möchten. Es vermittelt Ihnen fundiertes Wissen über die Bedürfnisse, Verhaltensweisen und spezielle Anforderungen von Hunden im Zusammenleben mit Kindern.

Our dogs, our teachers. At eight years old, Ellen Finnie got her first puppy—and her first life lesson. Years later, Ellen reflects on her lifetime of loving dogs, and what they have taught her through their steadfast love, compassion, and companionship. Through touching stories, she relates each of her ten dogs to one of the ten Buddhist qualities of the heart—known as the Ten Perfections—identifying the ways they have helped her bushwhack a path to happiness as trusted companions for life’s challenges.

WHIPPET: The Complete Owners Guide, is a practical, jargon-free guide written for anyone who wants to raise a happy, healthy, well-behaved Whippet. Whether you are bringing home a puppy for the first time or working with an adult dog, this book provides clear, step-by-step guidance covering training, care, health, grooming and behaviour from day one through to senior years. This guide is designed to help you get started immediately, without needing to read pages of theory before taking action.

Alex is an animal-loving lawyer on a mission: East West Airline hurt Spirit, her young client’s dog. They need her help to find justice. Knowing that animal law is terribly outdated, Alex researches a new legal approach called sentient property to right the wrongs the airline committed. The court seems to be finding her strategy believable. But the judge is uncertain. Though struggling with some personal hardships, Alex will not give up. She tries her next case: a custody battle over a therapy dog named Teddy. Is Teddy's happiness and well-being even legally important?