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A dog's life in the south of France. From puppyhood, Sirius the Pyrenean Mountain Dog has been trying to understand his humans and train them with kindness. How this led to their divorce he has no idea. More misunderstandings take Sirius to Death Row in an animal shelter, as a so-called dangerous dog learning survival tricks from the other inmates. During the twilight barking, he is shocked to hear his brother's voice but the bitter-sweet reunion is short-lived. Doggedly, Sirius keeps the faith. One day, his human will come.

Wouldn’t it be incredible if 30 expert Beagle breeders combined with a top dog trainer to create the ultimate complete owner’s guide with all your frequently asked questions answered in one place? Well here it is! You will literally find this book jam-packed full of useful quotes giving clear advice and secret tips from the world’s best Beagle breeders who between them have hundreds of years of experience in caring for Beagles.

The Dog Training Bible is the complete dog training manual and guides you through every single thing you need to know about raising a happy, respectful dog and a loyal companion through reward training. From learning how to establish yourself as the pack leader, to the six main basic commands like sit, heel, no, stay, down, and off, and all the way up to advanced training techniques to break bad behavior in older dogs, it's all here!

Carol, who is dying of cancer caused by the toxic pollution in New York in the aftermath of 9/11, needs someone to take care of Harry, who is a great listener but does have a problem with large dogs. He is great with smaller dogs. If he sees a hose he will destroy it to protect you. He will figure out ways to let you know exactly how he feels. When Martha has a chance encounter with Carol's friend, he can't help but notice Minnie, 'oh those chunky little legs', and so the matchmaking begins.

Scruffy, deaf, and homeless, life on the streets is tough for young Albi. What could the future possibly hold for an abandoned Spanish Podenco puppy that has been hit by a car and can’t hear? Yet despite a traumatic start, Albi’s life changes when he is rescued, brought to the UK, and fostered by Lois Sinclair, founder of the rescue charity, Gracehounds, and a passionate dog lover who has shared her life and home with numerous canine companions. Before long, Lois and Albi’s lives become interwoven.

Animals bond people and transcend class, financial and cultural barriers. Pets matter to people more than anything, but what happens to those people who can't afford pet insurance or vet's bills? Animal Matters is a diary of real-life cases written during a year of Charlotte's career working as a veterinary surgeon in a 24-hour inner-city London animal charity hospital. The audiobook provides listeners with a revealing, honest, emotional experience, with deeply sad moments followed by amusing and unimaginable ones.

In 1995, Wilma Melville volunteered as a canine search-and-rescue (SAR) handler with her black Labrador Murphy in the aftermath of the Oklahoma City bombing. At the time, there were only 15 FEMA-certified SAR dogs in the US. Believing in the value of these remarkable animals to help save lives, Wilma knew many more were needed in the event of future major disasters. She made a vow to help 168 dogs receive search-and-rescue training in her lifetime - one for every Oklahoma City victim.

When Abigail Thomas’s husband, Rich, was hit by a car, his brain shattered. Subject to rages, terrors, and hallucinations, he must live the rest of his life in an institution. He has no memory of what he did the hour, the day, the year before. This tragedy is the ground on which Abigail had to build a new life. How she built that life is a story of great courage and great change, of moving to a small country town, of a new family composed of three dogs, knitting, and friendship, of facing down guilt and discovering gratitude.

Golden retrievers are one of the most loyal and lovable breeds around, and so it is easy to see why they are so popular. They are playful and friendly even into their golden years and are ideal dogs for first-time dog owners. This audiobook provides all you need to know about the breed, whether you are buying a golden retriever for a pet, working dog, show dog, or breeding dog.

Do you have a much-loved dog? Your "fur kid"? Are you expecting or trying for a baby? Does your dog know? Do you want to learn how to prepare your dog for the new addition? Tell Your Dog You're Pregnant offers a practical, intuitive approach for creating a loving bond between your dog and your new baby. Dr Kirkham has packed this audiobook full of information, helpful tips, and the latest behavioral knowledge. This audio program is a must listen for any dog-owning family who is expecting a baby - your dog's and baby's future relationship may just depend on it.

In this book you will learn beginner to advanced training methods which if implemented correctly will save you time, frustration and ensure you have a happy, healthy, well behaved dog. You will also learn valuable information about the Springer and Cocker Spaniel parent breeds which will enable you to better understand the Sprocker Spaniel. By the time you finish this book you will be fully equipped with the knowledge to be the best Sprocker Spaniel owner you can be.

In 2007, a few years after purchasing Bedlam Farm in upstate New York, Jon Katz met Maria Wulf, a quiet, sensitive artist hoping to rekindle her creative spark. Jon, like her, was introspective yet restless, a writer struggling to find his purpose. He felt a connection with her immediately, but a formidable obstacle stood in the way: Maria' s dog, Frieda. A rottweiler-shepherd mix who had been abandoned by her previous owner in the Adirondacks, where she lived in the wild for several years, Frieda was ferociously protective and barely tamed.

Entdecke die wahre Sprache deines Hundes und vertiefe eure Beziehung auf eine ganz neue Ebene! Mit dem Hörbuch „Hunde richtig verstehen: Körpersprache deuten, Beziehung stärken“ erhältst du einen umfassenden Leitfaden, der dir zeigt, wie du die subtilen Zeichen deines Hundes wahrnehmen und richtig interpretieren kannst.

On Valentine’s Day 2019, someone stole Steven Carino’s dog, Oliver, from his car. Having lost his mother at 13 and grown up with an alcoholic father, he could always count on his dogs for comfort and company. But now, with his beloved Oliver missing, Steven felt utterly alone. Then, the miracle. In a series of near-impossible coincidences, people from different walks of life crossed paths with Oliver and with Steven.

While you may be excited to start training your puppy, it is crucial that you first take the time to understand how your puppy thinks. Puppies, like humans, are psychological beings and associate objects and interactions with either positive or negative emotions or intentions. How your puppy thinks will affect how successful your training is, and it's really important to make the training effective without creating stress and anxiety in your puppy.

Labradoodle and Labradoodles is your complete Labradoodle audiobook guide! You will discover all the proven insider Labradoodle secrets you’ll need to have the very best experience with your Labradoodle. The Labradoodle breed is very unique, as is about to be revealed. Everything is covered from Labradoodle breed history, finding the best Labradoodle, Labradoodle puppies, how to pick the best, and avoid the worst! Labradoodle care and keeping your Labradoodle healthy, ensuring great behavior, is all covered.

Instead of saying “This is what you do,” then leaving you to it, Beverley takes you by the hand and troubleshoots all the games so that you can get them absolutely right. And the joy is that this is all achieved without shouting, force, or intimidation. Just pure undiluted fun! This first book in the series of Essential Skills for a Brilliant Family Dog introduces you to the concepts of how to get what you want from your dog, and then sends him off to sleep for you.

Wouldn’t it be incredible if 37 expert Pug breeders combined with a top dog trainer to create the ultimate complete owner’s guide with all your frequently asked questions answered in one place? Well here it is! You will literally find this book full of useful quotes giving clear advice and tips from the world’s best Pug dog breeders who between them have hundreds of years of experience in caring for Pugs.

So many dog breeds to choose from when bringing a puppy or adult dog into your home. It can be confusing. We want to make that decision easier for you by listing all 200 dogs on the AKC list of dog breeds. In this first volume, we will start with the Top Ten dogs on that AKC list. We give you an overall description, dimensions, characteristics, features, and special needs for each breed.

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.