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This collection features heartfelt stories about girls who are learning what it means to be brave, kind, and true to themselves — with horses by their side. Whether it’s Ellie facing the trail with a prosthetic arm, Sophie trying to prove she’s more than just the little sister, or Maya adjusting to a new home and life, each story captures the quiet moments of growth that shape a young life.

Gentle Puppy Foundations is your comprehensive audio companion for the crucial first months of puppy parenthood. Through positive reinforcement techniques and proven strategies, this audiobook guides you day by day through the challenges of raising a well-behaved, happy puppy.

He's not kept a diary for decades but here, in Dog Days, Andrew Cotter draws inspiration from the great Samuel Pepys; like him, he bears witness to the extraordinary everyday as the world tilts on its axis in our own unsettling era. And so, with Olive and Mabel at his side - actually, dawdling in the long grass or sleeping upside down - Andrew takes a clear-eyed, often hilarious walk through a year that encompasses all of life from the crushingly mundane to the decidedly odd.

This is an unforgettable collection of more than 75 newspaper columns by John Grogan, the New York Times best-selling author of Marley & Me. Combining humor, wit, poignancy, and affection, these columns provide insight into the intriguing and wonderful world we live in. Whether writing about animals (from dogs to elephants to geese!), life's foibles and farces, family (not just his own), or interactions with memorable people, John Grogan makes us laugh, cry, and—most of all—makes us think.

Brought to you by Penguin. Guide-dog Laura needed a new home. And, after listening to her owner, Jaina, talk on the radio about what would happen to her much loved guide and companion when she retired, Martin Clunes picked up the phone. He’d always been a soft touch when it came to animals...

Sit Happens! Back of Book BlurbSit Happens! Puppy Training & Beyond is your gentle, practical guide to raising a confident, well-mannered puppy—even if this is your first dog. If you’re overwhelmed by conflicting advice or worried about “doing it wrong,” this book brings clarity and calm. Author Summer Fitchley shares simple, positive training routines that work in real homes, with real schedules. Learn how to housebreak without stress, make the crate a cozy safe space, prevent biting and chewing, teach leash manners, and quiet barking through connection—not correction.

When Monty Don's golden retriever Nigel became the surprise star of BBC Gardeners' World inspiring huge interest, fan mail and even his own social media accounts, Monty Don wanted to explore what makes us connect with animals quite so deeply. In many respects Nigel is a very ordinary dog...

As anyone who has ever had a pet knows, animals are a constant source of joy, but they also connect us to the world and to each other, touching on a deeper, older human need for companionship. Full of the leftfield humour, wit and wisdom that has made Bill Bailey such a beloved performer around the world, My Animals, and Other Animals is the story of Bill's life, but more than that, it's the story of how all of our lives are enriched by the animals who accompany us on that journey.

In A Good Horse Is Never a Bad Color, Mark Rashid continues to share his talent for training horses through communication rather than force. Rashid uses humorous, feel-good stories to relate his techniques of teaching horses by examining their view of the world. This book is a must-have for compassionate horse trainers and owners. Tales of Arabs, appaloosas, and paints - mistrusted and mistreated because of their breed - will give listeners a new perspective on these breeds and others.

One day, at the age of 31, Susan Richards realized that she was an alcoholic. She wrote it down in her journal, struck by the fact that it had taken nine years of waking up hung-over to name her illness. What had changed? Susan had a new horse, a spirited Morgan named Georgia, and, as she says, "It had something to do with Georgia.

Own an unruly horse? Thinking about purchasing a horse but don't exactly know what to expect once you do? Ever wondered what and how a horse thinks? Mark Rashid tells stories that provide horse owners and potential buyers with the best training solutions - straight from the horse's mouth. By considering the horse's point of view, he explores a variety of solutions to common training problem like head tossing, trailer loading, mounting problems, and more.

Discover the brain behind the horse—and transform the way you connect, communicate, and train. Horse Brain Science is the definitive reference on equine neuroscience, offering both depth and clarity for anyone who works with horses. Board-certified neuropsychologist and equine neuroscientist Dr. Stephen Peters opens a window into the horse’s mind—revealing how the brain learns, adapts, and thrives—and shows how this knowledge transforms training, care, and connection.

The extraordinary story of one plucky dog, his quest for a forever home and the woman who saved him. What happens when a backpacking adventure turns into a global rescue mission – all because of one determined little street dog? That’s exactly what happened to Mirelle. She set off to Peru...

Some dogs are afraid, or excited, or reactive. Dogs that "don't listen" and "go crazy" don't live the lives we - or they - want. Fired Up, Frantic, and Freaked Out can change that. Simple steps and an accessible, conversational tone from award-winning, internationally-known trainer Laura VanArendonk Baugh CPDT-KA KPACTP make calming the agitated dog not only possible, but pleasant. In this book you'll learn how to achieve change in short, simple training sessions of a minute or less; maximize the effects of natural brain chemistry; know when to call in medical help; and more.

'The perfect read for anyone who wants to bond with their pet at a deeper level.' Woman's Own Have you ever wanted to know what your cat was thinking? In The Book Your Cat Wishes You Would Read, feline behaviourist Lucy Hoile gives you all the information you could ever need to build an even...

The popular and highly respected horse trainer Mark Rashid brings together Western and Eastern philosophies to demonstrate a seamless new incarnation of horse training. After years of helping "difficult" horses, Mark Rashid understands how to build the foundation of a horse's training and resolve any problems encountered along the way.

Barry Geraghty is an Irish horseracing legend. From his first win in 1997 he has gone on to ride almost 2,000 winners, making him the fourth most accomplished rider of all time. With more wins at Cheltenham than any other jockey riding today, he has worked with all the greats - Moscow Flyer, Kicking King, Monty’s Pass. But while they have retired, he has kept on going....

Hertfordshire, October 5th 2016. At around two a.m., PC Dave Wardell and his dog, PD Finn, were trying to apprehend a robbery suspect when he turned around and attacked them. Finn was stabbed with a 10-inch-bladed knife, both through his chest, via his armpit, and then - the knife bound for Dave - through the top of his head. Finn no doubt saved Dave's life, but the race was on to try to save Finn's. Dave Wardell's heartfelt memoir charts an incredible journey of friendship and loyalty.

You love your dog more than words can say… but some days, it’s just plain hard. You imagined joy-filled walks, peaceful evenings, and a loyal companion curled calmly by your side. Instead, you’re met with chaos: barking at the doorbell, tugging on the leash, bouncing off the furniture like a four-legged tornado. You’re tired, overstretched, and secretly wondering if you’re in over your head.

Many horse trainers, even those who espouse the so-called natural horsemanship approach, take the position that horses who fail to obey a human's request are doing so as much out of perversity as ignorance. That's not Mark Rashid's view. In his words, "If we understand that horses can't separate the way they feel from the way they act, then we can start to see that unwanted behavior isn't bad behavior at all. More times than not, it's just the horse expressing the way he feels at that particular moment in time....

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Most people think I save dogs, but really they saved me. Niall Harbison is a dog hero based in Thailand. He spends his days feeding, caring for and rescuing the many street dogs he comes across. With every rescue there’s a story. Like the sweet gentle McMuffin who...

Cats are incredible creatures, and they can make an incredible choice as a pet. There are very few feelings that are as special as when a cat shows you love. And yet, these moments are often few and far between. Perhaps you already have a pet cat, and you are searching for a book that will help bring you closer to your feline friend. Or maybe you are considering getting your first cat or kitten, and you want all the tools and information ready in your back pocket.

Does your dog feel guilty when it is caught misbehaving? Can your dog sense when you're upset? Does your dog really love you? Written by a leading dog trainer and a neuroscientist, What Your Dog Is Thinking reveals the answers to these questions and more using the latest cutting-edge research from neuroscience, psychology and other life sciences to bust common myths about dogs and their relationship with people.

There are silent, yet powerful, ingredients missing from current horse training, riding, and natural horsemanship instruction. In her research of horsemen and women who have a gift with horses, Dr. Susan Fay outlines the invisible things these equestrians do that make their interactions with horses seem effortless. As a research scientist and life-long equestrian, Dr. Fay spent more than two decades searching for scientific explanations for why some people are able to develop seemingly spiritual relationships with horses.

Does your dog cry when you're heading out, destroy things when you leave the house, or follow you from room to room when you're home? Your pup may have a case of separation anxiety. The right tools can help calm your pup, and save your furniture along the way! This audio pack includes uniquely composed, hour-long tracks to avoid excessive changes and skipping. From solfeggio frequencies to canine-friendly music blended with calming nature sounds, Pawvarotti Pet Media has you covered.

Fueled by a passion for running dogs, Gary Paulsen entered the Iditarod - the 1,180-mile sled-dog race through the Alaskan wilderness - in dangerous ignorance and with a fierce determination. For 17 days, he and his team of dogs endured blinding wind, snowstorms, frostbite, dogfights, moose attacks, sleeplessness, hallucinations - and the relentless push to go on.

Der schönste Moment des Tages – dein Hund tobt ausgelassen über die Wiese. Plötzlich ein Schrei. Panik. In Sekunden entscheidet dein Handeln über alles. Der Pakt mit der Pfote ist dein kompletter Notfall-Guide für genau diese Situationen. Geschrieben von der erfahrenen Tierärztin Dr. Nora Falkner , gibt dir dieses Buch das Wissen und die Sicherheit, im Ernstfall ruhig, klar und lebensrettend zu handeln. Du lernst nicht nur, was zu tun ist, sondern vor allem wie du in den kritischen Minuten einen kühlen Kopf bewahrst.

Do you want to give your Betta the best care possible without risking its health or happiness? Are you overwhelmed by all the confusing and contradictory advice online? Would you love clear, reliable, and easy-to-follow guidance that helps your little aquatic friend live a long, vibrant, and stress-free life? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. The Betta fish is more than just a pet — it’s a living work of art that brightens your space and brings calm to your day.

Our relationship with dogs is more ancient than fossilized evidence—it’s symbiotic. Dogs inspire the noblest qualities in us: devotion, forgiveness, and unconditional love. Dog Down Days is collage of short stories that shares the wisdom of 26 dog lovers from our diverse community. It’s about the things that matter most: love, loss, and that dog down day that stays etched in your memory.

Fourteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by New York Times bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman. Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their life with a dog knows the...

In this illuminating book, brain scientist and horsewoman Janet Jones describes human and equine brains working together. Using plain language, she explores the differences and similarities between equine and human ways of negotiating the world. Mental abilities—like seeing, learning, fearing, trusting, and focusing—are discussed from both human and horse perspectives. Throughout, true stories of horses and handlers attempting to understand each other—sometimes successfully, sometimes not—help to illustrate the principles.