The Official Book of the Polish Lowland Sheepdog


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This book covers the history of the Polish lowland sheepdog and everything the owner needs to know to look after them, whether the dog is simply a pet or a pedigree show dog.




Stockdog Savvy


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Whether you are interested in working dogs for a hobby, on the ranch, or for serious trial competition, Stockdog Savvy will be an invaluable aid. Beginning with chapters on herding dog characteristics, instinct, and choosing a herding dog, the Taylors explain how to prepare your puppy and do basic foundation training. The book progresses to starting the dog on stock and developing a useful working dog and ends with advanced lessons and preparing for the various types of competition. If you want to learn about working stockdogs, this is the book for you! Learn how to: • Select, care for and train a working stock dog. • Teach your dog to work cattle, sheep, goats, foul or exotic livestock. • Choose the right type or breed of livestock, care for and handle them correctly. • Train a dog for work on a ranch, the open range, or in the trial pen. • Recognize more than 60 different herding breeds and much, much more.




Polish Lowland Sheepdog


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The Polish Lowland Sheepdog, known in its homeland as the Polski Owczarek Nizinny, ranks as one of the world's most irresistible shaggy dogs. The PON (named for the acronym of its Polish name) is in fact a talented, biddable herding dog whose skills and tousled cuteness continue to "pen" new admirers in every dog-loving country of the world. The PON's delightful personality shines in his ever-present smile and clever ways. For an owner seeking a smart, entertaining and cheery canine companion, the Polish Lowland Sheepdog promises to brighten your world day in and day out. The author of this volume, PON authority and American breed pioneer Elizabeth Augustowski, was honored by the Polish Kennel Club for her contributions to the breed. This new full-color book offers a concise history of the breed in both Europe and America and paints a colorful portrait of the breed's characteristics through anecdotes and photographs. The author discusses the breed standard and how to evaluate a PON, information useful for newcomers selecting a puppy or experienced breeders and judges. This Special Rare-Breed Edition also offers reliable information on PON puppy care, house-training and basic obedience, helping readers better understand this lively, lovable herding dog. An authoritative, up-to-date chapter on canine healthcare, written by Dr. Lowell Ackerman, completes the package, making this volume both comprehensive and indispensable.




Polish Lowland Sheepdog


Book Description

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog, known in its homeland as the Polski Owczarek Nizinny, ranks as one of the world's most irresistible shaggy dogs. The PON (named for the acronym of its Polish name) is in fact a talented, biddable herding dog whose skills and tousled cuteness continue to "pen" new admirers in every dog-loving country of the world. The PON's delightful personality shines in his ever-present smile and clever ways. For an owner seeking a smart, entertaining and cheery canine companion, the Polish Lowland Sheepdog promises to brighten your world day in and day out.




The Complete Dog Book


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All the breeds and varieties in between in one source.




The Woolworths Girls


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Can romance blossom in times of trouble? It's 1938 and as the threat of war hangs over the country, Sarah Caselton is preparing for her new job at Woolworths. Before long, she forms a tight bond with two of her colleagues: the glamorous Maisie and shy Freda. The trio couldn't be more different, but they immediately form a close-knit friendship, sharing their hopes and dreams for the future. Sarah soon falls into the rhythm of her new position, enjoying the social events hosted by Woolies and her blossoming romance with young assistant manager, Alan. But with the threat of war clouding the horizon, the young men and women of Woolworths realize that there are bigger battles ahead. It's a dangerous time for the nation, and an even more perilous time to fall in love . . . The first in Elaine Everest's Woolworths series, The Woolworths Girls is followed by the festive sequel, Christmas at Woolworths.




Your Purebred Puppy


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Donated by Bickerton Brokers.




Dogs Unleashed


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A comprehensive compendium of canine varieties—from purebreds to designer doodles—from the acclaimed author of The Spirit of the Dog. One glance around the local park will confirm that man’s best friend comes in many varieties. As the first animal domesticated by humans, dogs have been selectively bred for tens of thousands of years to be herders, hunters, guard dogs, and friends. The result is a plethora of breeds that are as different as the pint-sized chihuahua and the massive St. Bernard. Now there is a guide to each of them. Dogs Unleashed contains all the information required to differentiate breeds of canine. From the standard poodle to the Finnish spitz, readers will become experts of identification. Alongside beautiful photography, discover information on conformation, history, temperament, health risks, and more. This book even contains a section on today’s designer breeds like the labradoodle, the puggle, and the cockapoo. Ideal for researching a new family pet, or for general knowledge, this book reveals which dogs are the most expensive to keep, which are the best swimmers, and which breed has the longest life expectancy.




Veterinary Medical Guide to Dog and Cat Breeds


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This book provides the veterinary practitioner, student, breeder and pet owner with a complete but quick reference to the diagnosis and management of breed-related medical conditions of dogs and cats. 171 recognized dog breeds and 42 cat breeds are included, organized alphabetically, with all information fully referenced and based on the most




Finding Gabriel


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Colonel Gabriel de Laurent departed for the war intending to die. After a decade of bloodstained battlegrounds while fighting in Napoleon's army, Gabriel returns to the streets of Paris a shattered and haunted soul. Plagued by inner demons, he swallows the barrel of his flintlock pistol and pulls the trigger. But fate has a different plan. Ariah Larochelle is a survivor. Orphaned at twelve and victim to a devastating crime, she has learned to keep her back to walls and to trust no one. But when she finds a gravely injured soldier washed up on the River Seine, she's moved by compassion. In spite of her reservations, she rescues him from the icy water and brings him into her home. Now scarred inside and out, Gabriel discovers a kindred spirit in Ariah – and feelings he imagined lost forever reawaken as he observes her strength in the face of adversity. But when Ariah's own lethal secrets unfold, their new love is threatened by ancient ghosts. Can Gabriel and Ariah find hope in the wreckage of their pasts – or will the cycle of history repeat again? Perfect for fans of Gaelen Foley's Lord of Ice and Judith James's Broken Wing, Finding Gabriel features all the dark romance, searing passion, and historical intrigue of The Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables.