Animal Garden

Picking up where she left off in Where the Blind Horse Sings, Kathy Stevens regales us with more tales of the rescued animals at Catskill Animal Sanctuary (CAS), some touching, some hilarious, all provocative. We meet Barbie, the broiler hen found hiding under a blue Honda in Brooklyn who falls for the animal ambassador Rambo, a ram with an uncanny sense of what others need. Then there’s Norma Rae, the turkey rescued from a "turkey bowl" just before Thanksgiving.

So here you are, right next to a new dog who just entered the house, and whose life history you know little or nothing about. Now what? How do you welcome an adult or adolescent dog into your home and incorporate this new individual into your family? This audiobook is designed to help you ease the transition from "new dog" to "family member" by guiding you through the first steps of this new relationship.

Et si une Intelligence Artificielle pouvait donner la parole à votre chat ? Imaginez tout ce qu'il pourrait révéler ! Découvrez le témoignage exclusif de NEKO, un vieux matou gris légèrement enrobé et qui n’a pas la langue dans sa poche. Avec humour et une bonne dose d'ironie, « Les chats expliqués par un chat » nous plonge dans la vie intime des félins.

Are you a first-timer or beginner considering rearing Axolotl for an aquarium or business? Axolotl Care Guide for Beginners by Lucy Howard offers a comprehensive, easy-to-follow roadmap for anyone interested in caring for these amazing creatures. Are you just starting or looking to broaden your understanding? This book provides all the necessary knowledge to ensure your axolotl's health and happiness.

Horse Care 2.0 is a how-to guide to become and remain a horse owner from the very beginning. While it may take an entire set of encyclopedias to cover every possible horse topic, this audiobook pulls the must-haves and must-dos from the horse world that every beginner needs to know.

Zen Dogs, sequel to the best-selling Zen Cats, offers the timeless teachings of Buddhism along with key lessons our canine companions are here to remind us of - such as how to live in the now. Every dog is a living example of loving kindness, a central tenet of the Buddha, which they reteach us with every affectionate lick and joy-filled wag of the tail. Filled with meditations and eternal truths, Zen Dogs offers insight into every aspect of life for both two-leggers and four-leggers.

Bettas are some of the most popular fish beginner “aquariumists” purchase. It’s easy to see why! These fish are true beauties, as they float effortlessly and elegantly in an aquarium. They are entertaining to observe as they swim with sassy confidence around their tank. So they look beautiful, are said to be easy to care for, and are readily available at most pet shops. While this is all mostly true, their care should definitely be taken seriously.

Il rapporto che i gatti hanno instaurato con gli esseri umani circa 10.000 anni fa non ha niente a che vedere con l'amicizia: noi e i gatti non parliamo la stessa lingua, non ci capiamo ma ci piacciamo, a tratti non ci sopportiamo ma non possiamo stare lontani gli uni dagli altri. Partendo dalle interazioni quotidiane con i suoi gatti Esther e Toshiro, diversissimi in tutto ma ugualmente nevrotici, Matteo Bordone racconta e analizza la relazione che abbiamo creato con queste miagolanti palle di pelo.

As-tu récemment perdu ton chien, ou sens-tu que ce moment approche ? Quand on perd son chien, on ne perd pas seulement un animal. On perd une partie de soi. Des années d’amour, de complicité, de gestes quotidiens partagés se transforment soudain en un silence assourdissant que personne ne nous apprend vraiment à traverser. On te répète que « ce n’était qu’un chien » ou que « le temps guérira tout », mais ceux qui n’ont jamais aimé ainsi ne peuvent comprendre combien cela fait mal.

There are many commonly used products on the market that can cause similar problems for your dog. There is, however, an alternative to this problem and a number of others. This book will show you a way to help your dog with many of the painful everyday issues that come up, and do it without the nasty side effects of toxic chemicals. A way to see your dog happy and healthy that is easily affordable and helps to improve the quality of their life.

As a diabetic pet owner, you will find this audiobook to be invaluable as you learn to manage and cope with your dog's diabetes. This new version now includes new chapters: Monitoring Your Dog, provides information on glucose monitors and urine glucose testing; Getting Organized, explores using spreadsheets, online diabetes logs, smartphone apps and more to track your dogs vital diabetic information.

Xenophon's The Art of Horsemanship is a highly unusual text in the corpus of Classical Greek literature. It is a short survey on the various aspects of care for horses as seen by a highly experienced rider from the 5th century BCE. It is particularly notable because so many of its observations are relevant to the modern rider. Xenophon, friend of Socrates and professional soldier, is best known as the author Anabasis, the vivid account of a failed military expedition deep into Persia.

Does your dog feel guilty when it is caught misbehaving? Can your dog sense when you're upset? Does your dog really love you? Written by a leading dog trainer and a neuroscientist, What Your Dog Is Thinking reveals the answers to these questions and more using the latest cutting-edge research from neuroscience, psychology and other life sciences to bust common myths about dogs and their relationship with people.

Are you curious about parrot behaviors? Are you considering owning a parrot? Do you want to know what it is like to live with a parrot? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this audiobook is for you...50 Things to Know About Parrots by Kristin Szabo offers an approach to parrot companionship from the perspective of a bird owner. This audiobook comes from personal experience and wants to ease both bird enthusiasts and non-bird owners into gaining some basic knowledge about parrots with some humorous personal anecdotes and ideas.

You adore your cat because you probably wish you were a little more like him. It may challenge your confidence, but facts are facts—your cat is a remarkable role model!

On Horsemanship, also sometimes titled The Art of Horsemanship, is a treatise written about 350 BCE by the Athenian historian, soldier, and student of Socrates, Xenophon (c. 430-354 BC). The treatise is a "hands-on" manual which deals with the selection, care, and training of horses in general.

Impossible to listen to only once, these exuberant poems, written and performed by renowned poet Jack Prelutsky are filled to the brim with smiles and silliness and are sure to be loved by children from Miami to Seattle. So much to see! So much to do! Listen to this audio book and... meet people...

Whether you have a vocal Chihuahua or a boisterous Beagle, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools to decode your dog's barking and bring peace back into your home. Don't let excessive barking strain your relationship with your beloved pet. Learn the easy steps to silence the noise and build a stronger, more understanding connection with your canine companion.

Unlock the secrets to a harmonious relationship with your Chihuahua with "Chihuahua Survival Guide: How to Train Your Chihuahua." Whether you're a seasoned Chihuahua owner or new to this beloved breed, this comprehensive guide is your essential companion for nurturing a well-behaved and happy pet. Inside, you'll embark on a journey to understand your Chihuahua's unique characteristics, tackle training fundamentals, and explore advanced techniques for a well-rounded canine companion. From early socialization to addressing specific Chihuahua needs, this book covers it all.

Written by Mary R. Burch, PhD, with input from the respected dog experts at the American Kennel Club (R)–the very same organization that designed the test–Canine Good Citizen: The Official AKC Guide will help dog owners easily maneuver through the program's 10-step curriculum, with a focus on responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs.