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Where do we turn when work is draining, a friend lets us down, or we can't take any more news stories or political controversies? We turn to animals. We watch and share heartwarming videos of animals and the people who love them. For over a decade, Callie Smith Grant has been helping people celebrate our animal friends with her delightful collections of stories, and she's back with more true stories for horse lovers. With contributions from both well-known...
4702) Cuyos amigos
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Español
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From where they sleep to what they eat and how you can make them feel safe and at home, this book gives you all the pet care advice you need to become a guinea pig's best pal. Learn the inside information on how guinea pigs communicate, what games they like to play, and how to understand their behavior, so you can build a bond with your pet that will last a lifetime.
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From the renowned veterinary school at Tufts University. Our dogs are living longer than ever thanks to enormous advances in medical treatment and a highly evolved understanding of what they need to thrive. No one knows this better than the faculty of the Cummings Veterinary School at Tufts, who treat more than eight thousand older dogs annually. Their philosophy of caring for aging canines combines empathy for each individual pet and owner, a comprehensive...
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Action Steps to Build Confidence in Your Fearful, Aggressive, or Reactive dog Is walking your dog the ultimate nightmare? As she screams, barks, and lunges at other dogs and people? Stop the cycle now, with professional positive dog trainer Beverley Courtney's life-changing series of books for Growly Dogs. You know your dog has a lovely personality. She's smashing at home - loves playing with the children, does what you ask, settles quietly when you're...
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"Profitable Bee-Keeping for Small-Holders and Others" offers the reader simple tips and guidance on how to set up and manage a beehive for profit. From apiary construction and swarming to marketing honey and beyond, this volume contains everything a modern bee-keeper needs to know about his occupation.
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Read along with Disney! One day, after munching on some blueberries, Berry made her way toward the well to find some water. But once she got there, she heard footsteps coming from the forest and decided to hide in the bucket. Berry got stuck and couldn't get out! Follow along with word-for-word narration to find out who rescues Snow White's bunny.
4708) Snakes
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Covers all aspects of keeping a snake including how to clean, feed, and care for one.
4710) How to think like a horse: the essential handbook for understanding why horses do what they do
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In this fascinating best seller, Cherry Hill explores the way horses think and how it affects their behavior. Explaining why certain smells and sounds appeal to your horse's sensibility and what sets off his sudden movements, Hill stresses how recognizing the thought processes behind your horse's actions can help you communicate effectively and develop a trusting relationship based on mutual respect. Understanding how your horse thinks can help you...
4711) Afterglow: a dog memoir
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The author writes an account of her relationship with her pit bull Rosie. Starting from the emptiness following Rosie's death, the author launches a heartfelt and fabulist investigation into the true nature of the bond between pet and pet owner.
4712) A Pet For Kei-Chan
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1989
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This multicultural children's story features unique Japanese watercolor illustrations that kids and parents will love.
This is a picture-story of a lonely little Japanese girl, and her touching search for a friend. "Sometimes I'm kind of lonely because I don't have any brothers or sisters. Last night I dreamed I had a pet". Kei-chan searches the land for a new friend, any animal will do, birds, turtles, even butterflies. A Pet for Kei-chan...
This is a picture-story of a lonely little Japanese girl, and her touching search for a friend. "Sometimes I'm kind of lonely because I don't have any brothers or sisters. Last night I dreamed I had a pet". Kei-chan searches the land for a new friend, any animal will do, birds, turtles, even butterflies. A Pet for Kei-chan...
4713) Dog day afterschool
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2017.
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IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 5
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No one fights crime harder than the Crimebiters gang... and of course my crime-fighting dog, Abby. Together, we've fought against corruption in the world of elementary school sports and even stopped a neighborhood crime ring! But now a copy of the final math test has been stolen, AND our local animal shelter (where I found Abby!) is in danger of closing. As if that weren't enough, Daisy has introduced her new kitten, Purrkins, into the Crimebiters...
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Aquaponics is a revolutionary system for growing plants by fertilizing them with the waste water from fish in a sustainable closed system. A combination of aquaculture and hydroponics, aquaponic gardening is an amazingly productive way to grow organic vegetables, greens, herbs, and fruits, while providing the added benefits of fresh fish as a safe, healthy source of protein. On a larger scale, it is a key solution to mitigating food insecurity, climate...
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2020
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The cutting-edge, scientifically accurate, definitive book on the most popular behavioral issues that cats face
Every cat owner has wondered: Why is my cat acting this way? Decoding Your Cat, a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to decode your cat, likely has the answer. Many have tried to instruct proper cat training, but this is the first book of its kind to provide an in-depth understanding of the underlying...
Every cat owner has wondered: Why is my cat acting this way? Decoding Your Cat, a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to decode your cat, likely has the answer. Many have tried to instruct proper cat training, but this is the first book of its kind to provide an in-depth understanding of the underlying...
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2011
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English
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America's favorite cat behavior expert, author of Catwise and Cat vs. Cat, offers the most complete resource for cat owners of all stripes, now fully updated.
"The queen of cat behavior" - Steve Dale, author of My Pet World
Think it's impossible to train a cat? Think again! By learning how to think like a cat, you'll be amazed at just how easy it is. Whether you are a veteran cat lover, a brand-new owner of a sweet...
"The queen of cat behavior" - Steve Dale, author of My Pet World
Think it's impossible to train a cat? Think again! By learning how to think like a cat, you'll be amazed at just how easy it is. Whether you are a veteran cat lover, a brand-new owner of a sweet...
4717) British shorthair cats
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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720L
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"This book introduces readers to the british shorthair cats. Engaging, easy-to-read text invites students to examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the breed. Coat, color, size, and care are also discussed. Full-color photos feature the british shorthair in a variety of situations." --
4718) German shepherds
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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750L
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This book introduces readers to the German Shepard. Engaging, easy-to-read text invites students to examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the breed. Coat, color, size, and care are also discussed. Full-color photos show these active and loyal dogs in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included.
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2016
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Rowdy, reckless Seamus is the last dog you'd find in a training field. Instead of obediently retrieving, he stubbornly follows his heart, wherever it may lead.
Mel Miskimen's heart is heavy. Her mom, the family rock, the provider of apple pies and stubborn fan of Brett Favre, just died. Even more, her curmudgeon of a father isn't really coping. How can Mel reconnect with an old man more interested in field dog training than discussing his
...4720) Mice Are Nice
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
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130L
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English
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Simple rhyming text extolls the virtures of mice as the perfect pet.
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