Pets & Animal Care

The Essential Handbook for Understanding Why Horses Do What They Do
The Essential Handbook for Understanding Why Horses Do What They Do

Review:My daughter's riding instructor recommended anything written by Cherry Hill but especially this title. My daughter is 13 and could not put it down. She is a homeschooled girl who is an avid reader especially about horses. Read more

The Positive Approach to Raising a Happy - and Well-Behaved Dog
The Positive Approach to Raising a Happy - and Well-Behaved Dog

Review:I had a few issues with the extreme expectations he had. I read this book shortly before adopting my 8 week old little rescue mutt. The first issue I had is his mentality about choosing the "correct" puppy, and really he's speaking on the fact that one should purchase a puppy from a breeder to be sure you have chosen the correct "qualities". Unfortunately- many people like myself prefer to rescue puppies, regardless of what their breed and qualities are. According to Dr. Dunbar, if you do not "c... Read more

The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition)
The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition)

Review:This came in great shape. I will be honest though, my reading load has been heavy and I haven't got to this book yet. I did however read their other book, and know they are great dog trainers. I suggest this book to anyone try to train their dog. Also look into other books about the monks of new skete's german shepards. Read more

The Charmed Life and Trying Times of a Near-Perfect Purebred
The Charmed Life and Trying Times of a Near-Perfect Purebred

Review:Using Jack Australian shepherd and his retinue as a fascinating entrance into the dog show world, Josh Dean writes a delightful look into why so many people invest so much money, emotion and time on these events. His career starts with Jack appearing to be a future superstar. Over the year we get to know him and his human team up close and personal as Jack is the ticket to help us on the outside understand what motivates so many people to participate. This includes the support elements like t... Read more

Sorry I Pooped in Your Shoe (and Other Heartwarming Letters from Doggie)
Sorry I Pooped in Your Shoe (and Other Heartwarming Letters from Doggie)

Review:I have read it over and over already. What these doggies say is precious and SOOOOoooo true! I have two dawgies and totally understand what they are saying in the book. I bought it twice and gave one to the owner of a great dane, who regularly visits assisted living facilities. Read more

Good Owners, Great Dogs
Good Owners, Great Dogs

Review:This book is filled with useful information for all dog owners. It tells you how to pick the right dog for your life style and what to avoid when picking a dog. Has great tips on teaching your dogs tricks. Read more

Signs From Pets In The Afterlife
Signs From Pets In The Afterlife

Review:The info in the book is an amalgamation of information easily found on the web based on basic Native American Indian Symbolism. Other cultures and religious beliefs have some of these symbols and could have easily written the book. Save yourself time and money and just Google the symbol or symbolism you want information. I have recently lost a pet and my mother. I woul dhave really liked to have had some guidance in opening myself up to receive these signs. Very disappointed Read more

Hounded: The Lowdown on Life from Three Dachshunds
Hounded: The Lowdown on Life from Three Dachshunds

Review:There were parts of this book when I laughed till I cried! Maybe because I've been there, done that? At times it seemed to be a little repetitious, though. What brought it all together for me was the introspection and self analysis. While entertaining to the reader, it clearly was a catharsis for the author. How will he follow up? Read more

Old Dogs: Are the Best Dogs
Old Dogs: Are the Best Dogs

Review:This is a wonderful, wonderful book. I had read the author's book excerpt in the Washington Post weekend magazine and was so impressed that I got the book. I was so thrilled with the book, I bought four more copies for friends. The book will make you laugh and make you cry. The best book I have read in a while! Read more

Horses Never Lie: The Heart of Passive Leadership
Horses Never Lie: The Heart of Passive Leadership

Review:Great lessons to be learned from Mark's anecdotes of his lifelong experience of working with horses. He is not only a great horseman that truly understands animal psychology, but also a gifted writer that captivates his audience with often humorous accounts of lessons he learned through interactions with both horses and people. I can truly relate to his passive style of gaining a horse's confidence, as I acquired a rescue horse that feared everyone and everything, and using a similar approach I ... Read more

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