Woofs of Wisdom


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This pocket-book of doggy wisdom contains a superb variety of concise phrases which help you understand and train your pet dog. Expert Dog Trainer Tony Cruse has reached out to over forty of the world's top dog trainers and behaviour professionals. The task was to provide useful and short soundbites which help to explain your pet dog, his behaviour and the training required. To add even more information and knowledge, each of the 91 short phrases is then given a full explanation by the respected expert. Woofs of Wisdom is designed to be a tactile and portable item of value and certainly lends itself to traditional book form Woofs of Wisdom contains contributions from the following experts...Andrea Arden, Anna Patfield, Annie Phenix, Carolyn Menteith, Claudia Estanislau, David Ryan, Dawn Antoniak-Mitchell, Denise Armstrong, Denise Fenzi, Diane Kasperowicz, Donna Saunders, Dr Ian Dunbar, Grisha Stewart, Hannah Wilkinson, Isla Fishburn, Jacqueline Boyd, Jane Arden, Jane Williams, Jean Donaldson, Jo Pay, Justine Schuurmans, Karen Bush, Kay Attwood, Kay Laurence, Kelly Gorman Dunbar, Kirsten Dillon, Lily Clark, Linda Case, Linda Michaels, Lisa Tenzin-Dolma, Louise Glazebrook, Louise Wilson, Lynda Taylor, Mik Moeller, Muriel Brasseur, Sally Marchant, Sarah Fisher, Silvia Trkman, Sue Kinchin, Susan G Friedman, Suzanne Clothier, Theresa McKeon, Tim Bleecker, Toni Shelbourne, Tony Cruse, Tracie Hotchner and Val Harvey. With 91 Woofs of Wisdom, this pocket-sized book will be carried around by dog enthusiasts for many years to come! What's your favourite Woof of Wisdom?




Woofs to the Wise


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In Woofs to the Wise, French Bulldog ZsaZsa and Baby Boomer Nessa, a “Diva Duo” of different species and generations engage in funny, lively discussions about how civility, manners and good humor create strong relationships, and how those can make all the difference when navigating life’s challenges and changes.




The Little Book of Dogs


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Packed full of quotes as well as snippets of information, this little book is the perfect gift for any dog lover.




Pukka's Promise


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A guide to canine care covers such topics as the comparative health of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, the benefits and consequences of common health care practices, and how to identify best pet foods.




Training Your Dog the Humane Way


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Dog owners facing tough behavior problems and unique canine personalities need tips and techniques to make their lives better. And many are realizing that traditional training through punishment is unpleasant and potentially damaging to the dog — and simply doesn’t work long-term. With Training Your Dog the Humane Way, animal behaviorist and dog trainer Alana Stevenson provides dog owners with a simple, accessible guide to the most effective positive dog training techniques available. Alana presents easy-to-follow methods and advice for teaching dogs polite manners and resolving ongoing behavior issues. She provides solutions for such problems as housesoiling, play-biting, separation anxiety, fear of strangers, aggression, lunging while on leash, car sickness, and more. Readers will learn the most effective way to teach their dogs — through kindness and benevolent leadership.




The Gospel According to Sam


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The Gospel According to Sam is a collection of thirty "animal stories for the soul," written by William Miller, a priest who's considered to be one of the best preachers in the Episcopal Church. The "Sam" in the title is Miller's Airedale, a lovable, "wounded healer" of a dog who survived a house fire that burned off his ears but couldn't extinguish his spirit. Sam becomes a vehicle for healing, humor, adventure, spiritual growth, and prayer for Miller and his parishioners. Sam isn't a typical warm-fuzzy, feel-good animal stories book, however. Miller writes with an earthy sense of humor and a Southern voice that has the reader laughing out loud--think of Molly Ivins, but with the voice of faith and prayer added in for good measure, and a low tolerance for sickly sweet theology. But then he slips in the zinger that cuts through the laughter and goes for the soul. His meditations aren't limited to Sam or even just dogs; birds, pigs, squirrels, rabbits, fish, bugs, and even yaks feature in his stories. An honest awareness and appreciation of the depth and breath of life are hallmarks of these real life adventures and thought provoking reflections.




The Little Book of Cats


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Packed full of quotes as well as snippets of information, this little book is the perfect gift for any cat lover.




Philosophers' Dogs


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Each and every human philosopher since time immemorial has stolen their best ideas and insights from their four-legged friends. Not only that, but they’ve shamelessly changed and altered their dogs’ original thoughts to make them sound more human (read: more foolish). Philosophers’ Dogs is the groundbreaking volume that will set the record straight and, in doing so, shake the very foundations of both Western and Eastern philosophy. Featuring beautiful illustrations alongside meticulous research and historical fact,* it follows the trials, tribulations and tail-wagging of the dogs owned by famous philosophers and essayists, and presents to readers the unadulterated real histories of the true masters of enlightenment. A vital addition to the bookshelves of philosophy students, dog lovers and anyone with an interest in THE TRUTH, Philosophers’ Dogs is also packed with genuine quotes hitherto (wrongly) attributed to minds such as Karl Marx, Ayn Rand, Socrates and Simone de Beauvoir. *Not necessarily historical or factual.




A Sensitive Dog's Guide to Love, Life and Counter Cruising


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High Paws for A Dogs Guide to Life, Love and Counter Cruising: I had no idea what I was missing. Bakers book brought my game to a whole new level and I cant thank him enough. It all started with a paws-on demonstration on Thanksgiving 2009. I never looked back. Gus Tobias, Newfoundland (RIP) There are those of us who beg for treats and those of us who appropriate treats. Through Bakers book, Ive learned not to concern myself with what Im doing but how Im doing it. Its made a huge difference! Jake Franklin, Collie Ive been a counter-cruiser from way back. This guidebook has refined some of my clumsier techniques and also boosted my confidence in some of my tried and true capers. This is a great read! Poppy Williams, Greyhound Never have I felt so good about doing something so bad! Kirby Leighton, Brittany Spaniel Easy as 1-2-3, simple as A-B-C and rockin like Do-Re-Me! This is the ultimate guide to snacking nirvana! Cupcake Harper, English Bulldog Baker explains it all, step by step, paw by paw. Cruising has never been so productive! Sioban Wells, Irish Wolfhound Two paws Up! Banjo Tabor, Skippit (see chapter on designer dogs)




Life's a Bark


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"Chase adventure. Play fair. Love unconditionally--and don't forget the slobbery kisses. Just like your furry friends, discover how to find joy in the simple things and avoid the dog days for good ... This ... book of woof wisdom is a celebration of the human-animal bond and a guidebook for how to learn from our canine companions"--From publisher's website.