Home Care

When Ted Kerasote was ready for a new dog after losing his beloved Merle - who died too soon, as all our dogs do - he knew that he would want to give his puppy Pukka the longest life possible. But how to do that? So much has changed in the way we feed, vaccinate, train, and live with our dogs from even a decade ago. In an adventure that echoes The Omnivore’s Dilemma with a canine spin, Kerasote tackles all those subjects, questioning our conventional wisdom and emerging with vital new information that will surprise even the most knowledgeable dog lovers.

In this homesteading book by best-selling author Norman J Stone, rabbits are in the spotlight. Perhaps one of the most underestimated and nutritional cheap food sources, rabbits have in recent years been on something of a comeback, and quite rightly so in this authors opinion. The humble rabbit is high in protein, low in calories, and only 4.5 percent fat - lower even than chicken! Not only that, it is easy, quick and cheap to rear; and produces meat and fur that can be used by the family or sold for profit - or both!

What would happen to dogs if humans simply disappeared? Would dogs be able to survive on their own without us? A Dog's World imagines a posthuman future for dogs, revealing how dogs would survive - and possibly even thrive - and explaining how this new and revolutionary perspective can guide how we interact with dogs now.

David Rosenfelt's loyal followers of the Andy Carpenter series are familiar with Tara, the Golden Retriever sidekick. Many also got to know Tara from Dogtripping, David's tales about becoming a slightly nutty dog rescuer and the dog that started it all. Here, finally, is a book all about the inspirational canine who taught David everything he knows. Well, he did know how to tie his shoes before he met and came to love Tara, but that's about it.

In 1992, two Russian moviemakers left a cryptic note for New Mexican writer Stephen Bodio at his local bar. It led him to Brighton Beach in Brooklyn, where he saw a film about the ancient breed of Central Asian sight hounds known as tazis. He would end up chasing these leads to Kazakhstan, where these beautiful dogs may have existed 6,000 years ago.

With expert insights and practical advice, this book will empower you to make informed decisions about your cat’s diet. Overcome the challenges of feline nutrition and ensure your pet lives a long, healthy, and happy life. Ready to become the best cat owner you can be? Grab your copy of "The Complete Guide to Feline Nutrition" today and embark on the journey to optimal feline health and well-being!

Introducing "The Ultimate Lawn Care Guide: Discover Expert Tips and Techniques for a Lush and Beautiful Lawn"–the definitive audiobook that will transform your outdoor space into a breathtaking landscape. If you dream of a lush, green lawn that's the envy of the neighborhood, this comprehensive guide is your key to achieving lawn care excellence.

Discover the secrets to unlocking the vibrant personality of your Yorkshire Terrier with the "Yorkshire Terrier Survival Guide: How to Train Your Yorkshire Terrier." This definitive guide offers a deep dive into the world of these spirited companions, revealing how to navigate their unique traits and harness their incredible energy. Why This Book? Yorkshire Terriers are more than just their luxurious coats and charming looks.

In this book, author and biologist Marcy Houle shares her personal journey of caring for her father, a surgeon, who developed Alzheimer's disease, and later her mother, who succumbed to other medical conditions.Like many children of aging parents, Marcy often felt powerless traveling this sad trajectory - watching them fall through the cracks of a fragmented and confusing healthcare system, where professionals often wrote off their symptoms as "just old age".

Beagles are classic hound dogs with a long history of popularity as animal companions. Though they’ve grown in size since our ancestors hunted with these dogs, they’ve continued to be loyal, expressive, curious, and intelligent companions to their human pack mates. This guide outlines the long, rich history of this majestic breed and provides information to ensure a continued long and happy future for the breed.

Somewhere between hunting for gold in Latin America as a geologist and getting married to a new husband, 33-year-old Susan Purvis loses her way. Susan comes to believe that a puppy and working on ski patrol at the last great ski town in Colorado will improve her life. When she learns about avalanches that bury people without warning, she challenges herself: "What if I teach a dog to save lives?" This quest propels her to train the best possible search dog, vowing to never leave anyone behind.

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

Einatmen. Ausatmen. Loslassen. Langsam atmen, langsam ruhen ist eine tief beruhigende Meditation für Hunde, die dabei hilft, sich vollständig zu entspannen – körperlich und geistig. Mit sanfter Sprache, ruhigem Rhythmus und begleitendem Pink Noise wird dein Hund sanft in einen Zustand innerer Ruhe geführt. Diese Meditation eignet sich besonders für Hunde, die schwer zur Ruhe kommen, schnell überdrehen oder generell einen hohen Erregungslevel haben. Die gleichmäßige Struktur hilft, den Herzschlag zu verlangsamen, die Atmung zu regulieren und in einen entspannten Ruhezustand zu finden.

Die perfekte Abendroutine für deinen Hund. Gute Nacht, ich bin bald wieder da begleitet deinen Vierbeiner sanft in den Schlaf – mit ruhiger Stimme, liebevollen Botschaften und einem Gefühl von Sicherheit, auch wenn du nicht an seiner Seite bist. Anwendbar bei: • Einschlafbegleitung • nächtlichem Alleinbleiben • Unsicherheit in der Dämmerung. Mit Pink Noise für tieferen Schlaf.
DogCalm – weil Ruhe auch Kopfsache ist.

Dein Zuhause passt auf dich auf ist eine einfühlsame Meditation für Hunde, die hilft, sich während deiner Abwesenheit sicher und geborgen zu fühlen. Die ruhige, klare Stimme vermittelt dem Hund Vertrauen und Orientierung: Die Umgebung ist sicher. Du bist nicht allein. Alles ist gut. Ideal für Hunde mit Unsicherheit beim Alleinsein oder für Alltagssituationen, in denen du den Raum oder das Haus verlässt.

Geräusche können bei Hunden schnell Stress auslösen. Ich höre dich ist eine gezielte Meditation, die hilft, auf Geräusche gelassen zu reagieren. Dein Hund lernt: Es ist alles in Ordnung – du bist nicht allein mit deinen Ohren. Besonders hilfreich bei: • Geräuschangst (z.B. Straßenlärm, Nachbarn) • Wachsamkeit im Haus • sensiblen, reaktiven Hunden. Mit Pink Noise zur Geräuschabschirmung. DogCalm – weil Ruhe auch Kopfsache ist.

Dein Hund bleibt allein zu Hause? Mein Geruch bleibt bei dir hilft ihm, sich trotzdem sicher und verbunden zu fühlen. Diese sanfte Meditation vermittelt Nähe, Geborgenheit und emotionale Stabilität – selbst wenn du gerade nicht da bist. Perfekt für: • Hunde mit Trennungsstress • Welpen und neue Umgebungen • Bindungsverstärkung beim Alleinbleiben. Mit Pink Noise – für die beste Anpassung an die Bedürfnisse deines Hundes. DogCalm – weil Ruhe auch Kopfsache ist.

Dein Hund bleibt allein zu Hause? Mein Geruch bleibt bei dir hilft ihm, sich trotzdem sicher und verbunden zu fühlen. Diese sanfte Meditation vermittelt Nähe, Geborgenheit und emotionale Stabilität – selbst wenn du gerade nicht da bist. Perfekt für: • Hunde mit Trennungsstress • Welpen und neue Umgebungen • Bindungsverstärkung beim Alleinbleiben. Mit Brown Noise – für die beste Anpassung an die Bedürfnisse deines Hundes. DogCalm – weil Ruhe auch Kopfsache ist.

A funny and heartwarming debut for fans of Celia Imrie and Dawn French. Evie Gallagher is regretting her hasty move into a care home. She may be 75 and recently widowed, but she’s absolutely not dead yet. And so, one morning, Evie walks out of Sheldon Lodge and sets off on a Great Adventure across Europe. But not everyone thinks Great Adventures are appropriate for women of Evie’s age, least of all her son, Brendan, and his wife, Maura, who follow a trail of puzzling text messages to bring her home.

Whether you're managing a multi-million-dollar division or contributing to a small team, blending work and life over the course of a career takes creativity, organization, cutting yourself slack, exploring strategies and asking for help. Let fifty of the world's most successful professional women show you how they too care simultaneously for kids, aging parents, households and careers. They each share simple strategies developed through every life stage and career level, whilst managing these 4 big jobs—all with sanity, good humor and grace.