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Pet grief is still grief – this book about pet grief recovery offers emotional validation and practical guidance for your path toward healing. Pet loss is one of life's hardest emotional experiences. The empty food bowl that will never need filling again. The leash hanging silently by the door. The sudden stillness in spaces once filled with purrs, barks, or gentle footsteps. When we lose a pet, we lose not just an animal, but a piece of our daily life, a source of unconditional love, and a cherished soul who shared our most intimate moments.

If you have spent any part of your life with a dog, you may have found certain questions popping, unbidden, into your mind: Is my dog living a fulfilled life? Is my dog a good dog? Does my dog love me? Addressing these questions compels you to confront not just your dog's life but yours as well—to think about what fulfillment, and meaning, in life really is. In The Word of Dog, philosopher Mark Rowlands explores these questions and suggests that in dogs we can see hints—faint, shrouded, but discernible—of what a better way of living might look like.

Canine professionals are seeing increases in troubling dog behaviors, and recent studies show behavioral concerns are a large reason why dog owners surrender their pets to shelters. This professional and practical guide gives hope and encouragement to dog owners trying to eliminate unwanted aggression, barking, timidity, fear, and reactivity in their dogs.

Losing a pet feels like losing a part of yourself. They weren’t just animals—they were companions, confidants, and family. Their absence creates an empty space, leaving behind quiet moments and loneliness that can be hard to explain. Grieving a pet is deeply personal, layered with emotions like sadness, guilt, and anger. You may feel regretful over the things left undone. Memories bring both tears and smiles as the pain of their absence clashes with the joy they brought.

We once met a dog that changed the world. His name was Brooklyn. It’s hard to imagine that a spotted dog would become the inspiration for a worldwide fight; that the campaign would be successful, and that after a decade of suffering, he would come home to us. And yet it happened. The life of this one dog signaled not only the end of greyhound racing in the United States, but also the emergence of the first successful movement to outlaw an animal abuse industry that was powerful, culturally resonant, and economically significant.

Champ, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, started as the smallest pup in his litter and grew into a beacon of hope and a proud ambassador for bully breeds. With his loyalty, resilience, and infectious "Staffie smile," Champ broke stereotypes, spreading a message of love, unity, and acceptance. His deep bond with Dr. Harmony guided her personal healing and brought forth valuable lessons in mindfulness, emotional strength, and overcoming life's challenges.

In the fading grandeur of Southern Grace Stables, where Spanish moss drapes over regal oaks and the scent of magnolias mingles with mildew, Margot Sterling clings to the remnants of her equestrian legacy. Once the jewel of Lafayette’s dressage scene, the stable now teeters on the brink of ruin. Margot’s world is turned upside down with the arrival of Zara Bloom—a brash, young social media sensation with a rescue horse named Chaos Theory. Zara, unimpressed by Southern elegance and armed with a penchant for unconventional training methods, becomes an unlikely beacon of hope for the ...

Since they were first published, James Herriot’s memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, All Things Wise and Wonderful is a heartwarming story of determination, love and companionship from one of Britain’s best-loved authors.

"...The dog: man's best friend. We've all probably found ourselves owning a dog at some point, but perhaps weren't the one responsible for training it. One of the keys to training a dog is consistency. You have to reward it all the time for good behavior, and punish it all the time for bad behavior. For example if you are potty training and your dog uses the pad, reward her with a treat each and every time to reinforce that behavior. The best tip anyone can offer with regards to dog training is be the alpha. Dogs are looking for their human masters to be the pack leader. At all expense ...

"...Feed your cats proper food. Remember that cats must eat meat. Only give your cats cat food to eat. Do not feed them or let them eat dog food. Dogs and cats have different nutritional needs and some of the ingredients in dog food could harm your cat. Feeding your cat dog food for food could also lead to malnourishment, among other issues. Feed your cat a proper diet. Cats are carnivores and have specific dietary needs. Feed them quality cat food that has been approved by AAFCO or the Association of American Feed Control Officials. If you wish to make your cat's food yourself, make sure ...

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.

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.

"...If you are thinking of getting a new dog for your family, be sure you are prepared for this commitment. Smaller dogs will require at least a 14-16 year commitment, and larger dogs will require at least 10 years. If you are not prepared to own the dog for its entire life, then do not choose a dog as a pet. Let your lifestyle determine what breed of dog you should bring into your home. For example, if you're a jogger, get a type of dog that can run with you, not a toy-poodle. Likewise if you are quiet home-body, look for a smaller dog that enjoys pampering and living it up on your sofa. ...

A Dressage Drama Series Welcome to the glitzy, high-stakes world of elite dressage where horses may be the heart of the sport, but egos and ambition rule the arena. Set against the sultry backdrop of New Orleans, this four-book series crackles with drama, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. In Book One, a storm brews when revered head trainer Grant Tuttle is forced out by Kitty Beauveloir, a cunning up-and-comer with a sharp eye for ambition and a sharper tongue. As he packs his bags for Florida with his wealthy benefactors, Kitty wants to step into his stirrups, ready to ...

Dogs Deserve Better, an award-winning nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing Man’s Best Friend into the home and family, brings you 40 of its best stories, written by our own area reps, and edited by DDB founder Tamira Ci Thayne and Illinois rep Dawn Ashby. Love Thayne’s rescue of Doogie, chained and unable to walk? Read more of the quest for justice, in these pages. Love Rotties, Labs, Pitties, and Beagles? German Shepherds, Heinz 57s, Chihuahuas, and Border Collies? All these breeds and more are tucked between these pages, winning the happy endings they deserve and the loving ...

Cluckin' Awesome is not your average chicken-keeping manual. It's clever, witty, and downright fun-packed with real-life advice, step-by-step checklists, and hilarious anecdotes to keep you entertained while you learn.

Join the author and his two black cats, Percey and Minerva, as they tear through the home of Mike and Jeri oblivious to the other cats living there, Winston, Brigid and Ulysses and again work through the catastrophic loss of the other cats as well as Mike's wife Jeri.