In the summer of 2012, Steve Jenkins was contacted by an old friend about adopting a micro piglet. Though he knew his partner Derek wouldn't be enthusiastic, he agreed to take the adorable little pig anyway, thinking he could care for her himself. Little did he know, that decision would change his and Derek's lives forever. It turned out there was nothing "micro" about Esther, and Steve and Derek had actually signed on to raise a full-sized commercial...

Darrin's wish comes true when he receives a pet dinosaur for a day.

"The family had no idea that adopting a prairie dog could result in contracting a life-threatening illness. Schyan Kautzer and her parents want a new pet, so they adopt a prarie dog. But one day Schyan gets a fever, and her body is suddenly covered with sores. The only clue to her illness is a bite from her pet prairie dog." -- Amazon.com.

GaWaNi Pony Boy's unique approach to horses is captured in these five books from BowTie Press. GaWaNi Pony Boy is the founder and president of lyuptala University (lyuptala means "one-with" in Lakota), and online college that allows horse lovers to expand their knowledge of these magnificent animals. He regularly writes for equine publications throughout the United States and Europe.

Este libro puede leerse como un libro de viajes donde los paisajes. Y en el momento en que el lector curioso pide más, justo allí, Valenzuela ya lo está subiendo a otro avión para contarle otra historia de otra geografía.

First published in 1910 in the "Atlantic" magazine, this is a powerful and heartfelt essay that perfectly encapsulates the love and trust that all dog lovers should feel towards their four-legged friends. With chapters named after the canine stars of the show, Pedro, Carus, Don, Sylvan Roamer and Toby. This text has been republished here for its historical and cultural significance. Including a brand new introduction on the subject of dogs in fiction....

Yet more observations on rural life. We have cattle, environmentalists, a plethora of new thinking as Defra plunges into the new world but more importantly we still have our Loyal Border Collie, Sal. She is joined in a starring role by Billy, the newly arrived farm cat. As well as this we have diversification opportunities for those wishing to serve niche markets, living in the past, and the secret of perfect hair.

"Second Chances" is a poignant exploration of the global street dog crisis and the transformative power of compassion. Through heartwarming rescue stories, it sheds light on the challenges faced by street dogs and the tireless efforts of individuals and organizations to provide them with hope and healing. From tales of resilience to practical tips on responsible pet ownership, this ebook inspires readers to make a difference in the lives of street...

In this heartwarming and illuminating collection of twenty-five original stories of personal experience, Neil Plakcy and Sharon Sakson celebrate the joy, growth, and healing offered to all of us by the dogs in our lives. Touching, powerful, and often humorous, PAWS AND REFLECT explores and celebrates the special bond between gay men and their dogs, yet the universal appeal of unconditional love from man's best friend makes PAWS AND REFLECT a must-read...

This title examines captive animal welfare past to present including zoos and marine parks. Legislation regulating the process is discussed as are opposing viewpoints and alternatives such as virtual reality parks. A timeline, glossary, index, and historic and color photos supplement easy-to-read text. An infographic shows how the reader can learn more and get involved. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard...