Modern Dog

In The Invention of the Modern Dog, Michael Worboys, Julie-Marie Strange, and Neil Pemberton explore when, where, why, and how Victorians invented the modern way of ordering and breeding dogs. Though talk of "breed" was common before this period in the context of livestock, the modern idea of a dog breed defined in terms of shape, size, coat, and color arose during the Victorian period in response to a burgeoning competitive dog show culture.

Set in the wide-open spaces of the American West, The Power of the Dog is a stunning story of domestic tyranny, brutal masculinity, and thrilling defiance from one of the most powerful and distinctive voices in American literature. The novel tells the story of two brothers—one magnetic but cruel, the other gentle and quiet—and of the mother and son whose arrival on the brothers’ ranch shatters an already tenuous peace.

"Embrace a journey of companionship and understanding with "Pawsitive Training: Transforming Dog Behavior with Love and Rewards." This audiobook is an essential guide for the discerning dog owner, crafted for those who seek to enrich their lives and that of their furry companions through the art of positive reinforcement.

Goldens are charming fur-balls of energy! These magical guys and gals become part of the family and teach us more than imaginable. They are loyal, intelligent, friendly, and change their owners lives forever. Un-trained goldens can be a little...“ruff” around the edges though! The breeds combination of high-energy and friendliness can easily lead to over-excitement. Jumping on strangers out of joy, chewing on pillows or your kids homework are just some of the issues inexperienced owners run into.

Samantha Jaynes took her life in the cold lake. Now Rosie Trimble has done the same. Before they died, both girls claimed they had seen an angel. And they're not the only ones. A spate of teenage suicides rattles the rural community of Kirkdale, in England's Lake District. Before they died, each of the girls talked about seeing an angel. Is this collective hallucination, or is something more sinister leading these young girls to their deaths? That’s a question for Dr Alex Ripley, the so-called "Miracle Detective".

Training a puppy can look like tons of fun, but it can be a head-scratching and difficult experience if you don't know what you're doing. It can be frustrating enough to resort to using spanking, yelling, and other less-than-ideal training methods to get your puppy to behave, which often makes the problem worse. In this guide, Alexander Ward shows you everything you need to know about house-training even the most energetic and rambunctious of puppies and getting them to listen to your commands.

It was one hell of an inheritance for former Chicago reporter Tom Coleman: a broken-down pickup truck, ramshackle campground, a canoe livery - and one pot-smoking, barely working employee he doesn’t need, doesn’t want, and can’t afford. But the truth is, after losing a child and a marriage, Tom doesn’t really care.

To miało być sentymentalne spotkanie po latach i wymarzony sylwestrowy wieczór na koniec trudnego roku. Za oknem mróz i śnieg, a w urokliwie położonym domu nad jeziorem kilkoro przyjaciół, których łączy zagadkowa historia. Błogi nastrój burzą cztery wystrzały. Szybko okazuje się, że nie były to fajerwerki…

While trying to shut the door on the mess of her relationship, Olivia accidentally opens the door to a murder investigation. Olivia’s friend, the owner of a boutique dog food brand, has been killed at her warehouse - bludgeoned with a side of beef. Olivia tries to run off her emotions but only stumbles upon the main murder suspect acting suspicious. She sees this as a sign. If she can’t solve her romantic problems, she can solve the murder of her good friend.