Animal Care

A name is destiny...or is it? Young Vicky is reeling from the loss of her old horse Joe, but eager to help the flighty, impossible to ride young mare, Witch. Unpredictable and dangerous, Witch's future is bleak. In her first moment with the horse no one trusted, Vicky changed Witch's name to Gidget, a hopeful benediction. "If only changing her name is all it took to change behavior," the farm owner laments. Despite her new name, Gidget, the horse formerly known as Witch, struggles to abandon old, unstable habits.

Feline asthma affects millions of cats in the United States alone. It can be mild, moderate, or severe, with some severe asthma attacks even being fatal. While the potential for losing your furry family member can be intimidating to some pet owners, it is important to remember that asthma, no matter how severe, does not have to change your cat's quality of life, and is very manageable.

The past, present, and future of the world's most popular and beloved pet, from a leading evolutionary biologist and great cat lover. "Engaging and wide-ranging ... The Cat's Meow is a readable and informed exploration of the wildcat that lurks within Fluffy." —The Washington Post The...

Do you love animals? Are you looking for a career that is recession-proof and always in demand? Would you like to be your own boss? You should start a pet hotel business! I have been in the pet care industry for over a decade. I first started working as a receptionist in my uncle’s veterinary clinic at age 18. I had owned dogs and cats in my childhood, but never thought about making it a career.

In Unleashing the Bond, Dr. Rustin Moore takes listeners on a captivating journey into the profound connection between humans and animals, challenging the notion of this relationship as merely a feel-good phenomenon. With heartwarming stories, firsthand experiences, historical perspectives, and compelling scientific insights, this exploration reveals the dynamic, symbiotic nature of the human-animal bond and its multitude of mutual benefits.

Learn what it means to have healthy biomechanics, the power of mind-set, setting goals, and the most important conversations you need to be able to have with your horse in order to improve the quality of his movement. This book is in-depth enough to explain the concepts yet short enough to easily listen to and remember. It is an excellent introduction to Karen Rohlf and her "dressage naturally" system.

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

Michael Hingson’s inspiring true story captivated the world when he and his guide dog Roselle escaped the Twin Towers together on 9/11, a story that became the New York Times bestselling book Thunder Dog. During decades of walking with guide dogs, he had learned a surprising truth that helped save his life that day: Being afraid can be a positive thing, one that prepares us to deal with any situation that befalls us.

In this pragmatic and insightful audiobook, I delve into the invaluable techniques that have assisted countless dog owners in overcoming the challenges of managing reactive dogs. From the incessant pulling to the persistent barking, growling, and lunging, rest assured, there are solutions that can restore the joy of your walks with your furry companion. If you've found yourself resorting to late-night strolls to avoid encounters with other dogs and distractions, then this comprehensive guide is tailor-made for you.

Dog anxiety is common among all breeds, but different dogs can show different symptoms. Dog Anxiety For Dummies is for the millions of dog parents (and dog-parents-to-be) who want to help improve their pets' quality of life and relieve their suffering. With this helpful resource, you can recognize common signs of anxiety in dogs, discover what triggers their anxiety, learn to use training and play to ease anxiety, and find professional help when you need it.

Whether you are acquiring a new parrot or looking to improve the bond you have with your parrot, The Parrot Bliss Bond will help you create a quality life for your parrot. Learn to meet their physical requirements and to understand how to care for them as best as possible, giving you the ability to have the blissful companion you can.

The New York Times bestselling authors of The Genius of Dogs take us into their “Puppy Kindergarten” at Duke University, a center to study how puppies develop, to show us what goes in to raising a great dog. Don’t miss Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods in Netflix’s film Inside the Mind of a...

Oscar the cat has a very special skill. An otherwise ordinary cat—he'd sooner give you his back or a sideways glance than curl up on your lap—Oscar has the uncanny ability to predict when people are about to die. Adopted by staff members at Steere House nursing home when he was a kitten, the three year-old cat has presided over the deaths of more than twenty-five nursing home residents thus far.

This book will guide you through the life of a Mini Aussie, from puppyhood to aging adult. Learn how to keep your dog healthy, understand common medical illnesses, and discover how to choose the correct veterinarian. The Complete Guide to Miniature Australian Shepherds will give you tips, tricks, and the tools you need to make the most out of your experience as a new Mini Aussie owner!

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.

Princess Katie's greatest wish is to have a kitten of her own to care for. So when she discovers a litter of kittens in the forest, it's a dream come true! But back at the palace she realizes that one of the kittens is missing . . . Can Katie and her best friend Becky find Pixie and bring her to safety?

Providing everything you need to know about raising and training strong, healthy horses, this all-inclusive guide will take you from being a novice to expert handler in no time.

An adorable five-week-old rescue kitten slowly learns to trust the woman who saved her. An obsessive cat teaches himself to play fetch and demands it morning and night from his hapless mom - whether she's working, sleeping, eating, bathing, or trying to enjoy some "alone time" with her husband. And Homer, the blind wonder cat himself, returns triumphant in a new story about life and love after worldwide fame.

A sequel to the highly popular Healing Shine: A Spiritual Assignment, The Trials of Joe Ben Black: Confessions of a Rope Horse was intended to be a collection of best practices to start a young roping horse. However, the subject matter turned out to encompass a much larger area. What is the best way to train our horse? According to Michael Johnson's latest audiobook, "The process is far less about training the horse...and far more about training ourselves".

Best-selling author Michael Korda's Horse People is the story - sometimes hilariously funny, sometimes sad and moving, always shrewdly observed - of a lifetime love affair with horses, and of the bonds that have linked humans with horses for more than 10,000 years. It is filled with intimate portraits of the kind of people, rich or poor, Eastern or Western, famous or humble, whose lives continue to revolve around the horse. Korda is a terrific storyteller, and his book is intensely personal and seductive, a joy for everyone who loves horses.