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Even though ferrets are relatively new to the pet world, these charming weasels have been human companions for thousands of years, as author Karen Dale Dustman shares in the opening of Ferrets. The first chapter of the book ("A Nod to Ferret History") paints a fascinating portrait of ferrets' place in human and natural history (who knew they were related to minks?). Since ferrets aren't legal in all states (or cities and counties, depending on local...
3) Rita's rhino
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When Rita's mother refuses to get her a pet, Rita goes to the zoo and returns with a rhinoceros--but keeping a pet rhino a secret proves to be much trickier than she ever imagined.
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"Woodrow on the Bench is a touching tribute as well as a gripping story that will make you laugh and cry. It will also make you understand the majesty and wisdom imparted by the animals we are lucky to keep by our sides for as long as we can."-New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Berg
The New York Times and internationally bestselling author of Those Who Save Us pays tribute to her beloved black Lab, Woodrow, in this beautiful memoir that...
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Do you have an aggressive or reactive dog? Learn how to turn your dog's behavior around!
Complete step-by-step guide to proven methods that help dog owners manage and rehabilitate a reactive or aggressive dog, whether a rescue or purebred
Behavior program models formed by canine professionals, including Dog L.E.G.S. (R) (Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self), Fear Free, Slow Thinking is Life Saving for Dogs (TM), and ACE (Animal Centred Education)...
7) Allergic
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Publisher Annotation: At home, Maggie is the odd one out. Her parents are preoccupied with the new baby they're expecting, and her younger brothers are twins and always in their own world. Maggie thinks a new puppy is the answer, but when she goes to select one on her birthday, she breaks out in hives and rashes. She's severely allergic to anything with fur! Can Maggie outsmart her allergies and find the perfect pet? With illustrations by Michelle...
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""Updates and perspectives on the science of animal emotion and human-animal interaction by a professor emeritus of ecology and evolutionary biology. Topics include animal emotion, behavior, and cognitive abilities; ethical issues surrounding animals in captivity and human diet; and media representations of animals. Collected from essays for Psychology Today's website"--
"In 2009, Marc Bekoff was asked to write on animal emotions for Psychology Today....
9) Hamsters
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Young readers will learn how to take care of a pet hamster.
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Cats, dogs, people - funny and heartbreaking stories from a pet veterinarian
With insight and humor, Dr. Philipp Schott shares tales from the unlikely path he took into his career of veterinary science and anecdotes from his successful small-animal clinic. Dr. Schott brings to his writing the benefit of many years of expertise. Wisdom he imparts on readers includes the best way to give your cat a pill, how to prevent your very handy dog from opening...
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"On the heels of her family's beloved dog's death, one woman returns to the canines of her past in order to imagine the human she hopes to become in the future in her memoir, What Is a Dog? Chloe Shaw is in a dog house of her own choosing. A married mother with kids, the death of Booker, her children's eldest family pet, has left her reeling and reckoning with her lifelong relationship with dogs. Unable to shake the feeling a year later, she asks...
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Homemade Food for the Goodest Boys
Make your own dog food with world renowned dog chef, Kevyn Matthews. With tons of recipes for canine cooking, these healthy alternatives to processed dog food transform any home into a personal restaurant for dogs.
Haute cuisine for hounds. Whether you're cooking up doggy dinners or puppy picnics, these healthy, homemade foods are sure to keep your dog away from the dinner table. With the help of the canine culinary...
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Buddy and Earl volume 2
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Buddy and Earl are safely tucked in for the night; Buddy on his blanket and Earl in his cage. But just as Buddy settles in for a nice, long sleep, Earl says its time to say ?Bon voyage. Soon these mismatched pals are at it again, exploring the wilds of the kitchen and defending a lovely lady hedgehog ? who may or may not be Moms hairbrush ? from imminent danger. When theyve finally vanquished the greatest monster of all ? the vacuum cleaner ? its...
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It's time for the big parade, Biscuit! The parade is here, and Biscuit can't wait to see the fire trucks, jugglers, and even clowns! But when will it be his turn to march? The sweet little yellow puppy proves that with a little might and a lot of heart, any dream-big or small-can come true. Biscuit and the Big Parade! is a My First I Can Read, perfect for shared reading with a child.
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