Биология
Различные книги в жанре БиологияFor Love of the Clydesdale Horse
Scotland's only native heavy horse, the Clydesdale has been exported all over the world. He is recognised as having influenced heavy horse use across the globe. For Love of the Clydesdale Horse is a photographic celebration of all that makes this breed unique. This gentle ambassador with his huge feet, kind nature and willingness to work with and for the human race, turns heads wherever he goes. He is loved by those who see him and his good looks, kind eye and ease around people make even the smallest child want to hug him, despite his great size. For Love of the Clydesdale Horse includes 125 full colour photographs showing the Clydesdale at work, rest, ridden and in the public eye. This book will be of interest to the dedicated Clydesdale follower, breeder and enthusiast as well as to equestrian and general readers.
Man's Best Hero
From Lassie to Old Yeller to Rin Tin Tin to Marley, dogs have stolen our attention and our hearts. In real life, our own pets are more than just canine companions; they are members of our family. And for some, they are heroes and brave servants.<p></p>
In <i>Man’s Best Hero</i>, prolific author (and lifelong dog lover) Ace Collins provides a collection of short, dramatic stories about dogs that have gone the extra mile. Though not trained to perform heroic acts, circumstances and the remarkable bond between the dog and its owner led these animals to perform amazing feats that defy logic. Whether it is saving a drowning man, jumping in front of a truck to push a toddler to the curb, or tearing the burning clothes off a child’s back, the actions presented in these stories display courage, loyalty, intelligence, and other admirable qualities of life and faith.<p></p>
These compelling portraits, told first in the words of the dog and then through exciting narrative that recounts the dog’s actions, will touch reader’s hearts and will leave them with a greater appreciation for their furry friends.<p></p>
101 Things to Know Before Getting a Dog
If you’re longing for the pitter-patter of four furry feet, you have some homework to do. When new dog owners aren’t prepared, it’s the dog who suffers, so it’s very important to consider all angles of dog care and ownership before making the commitment. This book starts with the process of selecting a suitable dog for your home and lifestyle and goes on to discuss the present and future requirements of feeding, grooming, training, healthcare, and much more to fully educate prospective new dog owners.Inside 101 Things to Know before Getting a Dog:•Advice on selecting a puppy or adult dog based on your family, living space, and lifestyle•Buying a purebred from a breeder versus adopting from a shelter or rescue group•The equipment and supplies you’ll need before the dog comes home•Getting the dog acclimated to his new environment•Feeding, grooming, training, and healthcare for all life stages•Keeping your dog safe at home and away•Illustrations, charts, and checklists, to help you plan and prepare
The Ultimate Guide to Dog Care
Dogs can bring companionship, fun, and unconditional love to their owners. To reciprocate for all of the joy that a dog adds to life, dog owners need to be educated about and fully prepared for responsible ownership and care. There’s a lot to know when you’re a dog owner, and this comprehensive guide serves as the ultimate reference for owners at all stages of their dogs’ lives.Inside The Ultimate Guide to Dog Care:•A thorough discussion on what you need to consider before you decide to add a dog to your family•Sources from where you can obtain a healthy, sound puppy or adult dog•Checklists and charts to help you buy all of the equipment and supplies you will need before your dog comes home•How to introduce your new dog to your home, other family members, other dogs, and strangers•The importance of socialization to a dog’s overall personality and confidence•Complete nutrition for puppies, adults, and senior dogs•How to groom different coat types and the tools you will need•Making sure that your dog gets enough exercise for his body and mind, with special sections on organized dog sports and pet-assisted therapy work•Keeping your dog safe at home and everywhere you go•Raising a polite canine member of society through reward-based training, communication, and solutions to common problems•Routine health checks, dealing with parasites, and recognizing and treating illness and injury, with a chapter on care of the older dog
Blue-Tongued Skinks
Blue-tongued skinks are unique reptiles that are popular among reptile enthusiast not only for their characteristic blue tongue, but also for their ease of keeping. The newest edition the highly regarded Advanced Vivarium Systems series, Blue-Tongued Skinks is an essential guide to keeping these eye-catching reptiles; it contains useful information for all reptile keepers, whether you are a prospective buyer, a new skink owner or an experienced reptile owner. Blue-Tongued Skinks addresses every question that may arise when caring for a blue-tongued skink, including the breed's history, care, feeding and vivarium needs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
The Comprehensive Owners Guide series is the most inclusive breed series ever published – the only one to present a guide to every AKC-recognized breed.Each edition covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. With nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please fans of even the rarest of breeds.
Schnoodle
Each book in the series provides advice about how to locate a healthy, sound puppy from a reputable source and how to properly raise and care for an adorable companion dog.
The Dog Behavior Problem Solver
Life with a dog can bring companionship, fun, and joy. Life with a badly behaved dog can bring frustration and heartbreak. Behavior problems are often cited as the main reason for owners’ abandoning their dogs to shelters and surrendering them to rescues, but many of a dog’s problems can be resolved by a caring owner who’s willing to devote a little time to positive training. In The Dog Behavior Problem Solver, seasoned trainer Teoti Anderson shares her knowledge and experience with dog owners, offering insight into why dogs do what they do while showing owners how to implement reward-based training with their dogs in clear, easy-to-follow steps.INSIDE THE DOG BEHAVIOR PROBLEM SOLVER:•A professional’s take on canine behavior and misbehavior to help owners better understand their dogs.•The author’s training philosophy and how she applies it with her canine clients.•The importance of using positive, or reward-based, training to build and strengthen the dog/owner bond in the process of eliminating unwanted behaviors.•A detailed study of the most common behavior issues that dogs exhibit, along with a step-by-step positive-training solution to each of these behaviors.
The Suburban Chicken
With more and more city dwellers and suburbanites embracing the notion of getting back to basics and living simpler, more rustic lives, it’s no surprise that the popularity of backyard chicken keeping has skyrocketed in recent years. Whether for enjoyment as pets or for the convenience of farm-fresh eggs right outside your door, chicken keeping can be an easy and fun step on the road to more sustainable, ecologically friendly living.Written by Kristina Mercedes Urquhart, The Suburban Chicken shares the author’s knowledge on general chicken husbandry, profiles of 20 suitable breeds for suburban living, how to provide your birds with optimal accommodations, and the healthcare needs of chickens, among other important topics about which prospective chicken owners should be familiar.INSIDE SUBURBAN CHICKEN:•The benefits and enjoyment of keeping chickens as pets.•Considerations for would-be chicken keepers, including local ordinances, space requirements, initial and ongoing expenses, and preparing the home and family.•Favorite standard-size, bantam, and egg-laying breeds for metropolitan and family living.•Hatching eggs and raising chicks.•Coop styles and descriptions of all equipment that a budding chicken keeper needs, as well as a chapter dedicated to keeping chickens safe from predators. •Preventive care and optimal diets for healthy, hardy birds. •Raising chickens for eggs: the science behind egg production, how to properly handle and store fresh eggs, and the differences between store-bought and homegrown eggs, as well as some exciting recipes for your bounty.