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Marley and Me meets Bravo Two Zero in this page-turning memoir of a Marine rescuing dogs from Afghanistan. This is the remarkable true story of how one man saved the stray dogs of Afghanistan. In a remote outpost of Now Zad, in Helmand Province, Pen Farthing and his troup of young Royal Marines survive frequent engagements with the Taliban and forge links with the local community. Pen's tour of duty will change his life forever, but for entirely unexpected reasons ... Appalled by the horrors of a local dog fight, he intervenes to... read more

Until Tuesday is the story of how Tuesday, a service dog, helps to heal a shattered soldier. Luis Carlos Montalvan is a 17 year veteran and retired captain of the US Army. Even after suffering stab wounds, a traumatic brain injury and three broken vertebrae, Captain Luis chose to remain at his post on the Iraq-Syria border. In his mind, he had come this far, now wasn't the time to abandon his comrades. However, when Luis returned home, the pressures and injuries proved too much to bear. Physical disabilities, agoraphobia and cripp... read more

At once touching, ethereal and warm, Rachael McKenna's unique viewpoint has made her one of the most successful animal photographers in the world today. When she recently embarked on a new lifein France, it was inevitable that she would turn her insatiable photographer's lens to capturing the unexplored world around her. The French Dog, is the follow up to the successful The French Cat, it includes atmospheric and glowing images of the countryside, buildings and canine inhabitants of France. Rachael's intense feeling for her subjec... read more

At once touching, ethereal and warm, Rachael McKenna's unique viewpoint has made her one of the most successful animal photographers in the world today. When she recently embarked on a new life in France, it was inevitable that she would turn her insatiable photographer's lens to capturing the unexplored world around her. The French Cat is the result: atmospheric and glowing images of the countryside, buildings and feline inhabitants of France. Rachael's intense feeling for her subject matter positively radiates from her images, de... read more

In December 2008, two abandoned pack horses, a young mare named Belle and an older gelding called Sundance, are spotted by snowmobilers in the remote mountains of the Canadian Rockies. Starving and exhausted, they've trampled the snow into a deep white closet, with walls towering over them. Others manage to reach the horses, bringing hay but also a gun, in case the horses are too far gone. A slight sign of life in the horses' eyes gets them the hay. The 8-day story of their near impossible rescue, involving a trench dug by dozens... read more

This book is a photographic celebration of the dogs who reside in the bed& breakfast establishments of New Zealand. One of the great reasons for staying at B&Bs is the opportunity to meet people, and most of us prefer to meet like minded people. The B&Bs listed, along with some hotels, come in all sizes and price but the one thing they all have in common is their much loved dogs. One hundred & twenty dogs along with stories of their characters plus photographs and contact details of places to stay. It's a book for dog lovers as muc... read more

A comprehensive and essential guide to training your canine companion. Based on the premise that the modern dog still shares many of the behavioural characteristics of its ancestor, the wolf, this book will show you the ten keys to effective training and how to put those keys into practice.

This superb book of the Fox Terrier was first published in London 1889 and even today remains a classic book of the breed. First editions are very rare, expensive, and much sought after. Vintage Dog Books have now republished it, using the original text and the splendid illustrations by the famous dog artist Arthur Wardle. Rawdon Lee was a celebrated author of several important dog books and was Kennel Editor of "The Field". The book's one hundred and fifty seven pages contain seven detailed chapters on:Old Writers on Terriers; His... read more

Over the past 13 years, Marta Williams has worked with clients (people and the animals in their lives) to resolve behaviour and training problems, find lost animals, assist animals that are ill or dying, and helped animals get along with each other. In the course of her work, she has come to believe that anyone can learn to communicate with animals and with nature. This inviting book offers readers techniques and exercises to tune in and learn this language.

This is the comprehensive expert guide to planning, building, stocking and maintaining your aquaria, both marine and freshwater, illustrated by over 700 step-by-step colour photographs and artworks. This is a definitive guide to identifying and keeping freshwater and marine fishes. It provides everything you need to get started as a fish-keeper - the ultimate practical guide to setting up any type of aquarium. It includes clear step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions for planning, building, stocking and maintaining... read more

With real-life stories, Extraordinary Dogs details how dogs' heightened senses, strength and loyalty allow them to perform life-saving acts. Each chapter explores an element of the world of dogs including their agility and hearing, and individual stories of remarkable dogs. This book accompanies the 13-part Channel 5 tv series of the same name.

If you could talk to animals, what would you learn? In this heart-warming book, packed with remarkable stories, Trisha McCagh reveals what dogs, cats, horses and other creatures have to say about their health and happiness, their anxieties and quiet despair. Discover what animals want from us, what they love about the things we do, and what hurts them or drives them crazy. Sometimes sad, often funny, Stories from the Animal Whisperer is a must-read for anyone who loves animals.

In 2006, Dave and Christie Nasser welcomed a Great Dane puppy into their lives - the runt of a litter of thirteen who won over the hearts of his new owners with his soulful blue eyes. They named him George and he swiftly changed their lives. In February 2010 George was officially crowned tallest dog ever by the Guinness Book of World Records. Standing at almost five feet tall and seven feet long, George has come to dominate the Nassers' home. He has grown from a quivering misfit into a goofy giant - eager to play with everyone and ... read more

Natural Pet Care will help you keep your pet healthy by showing how to: develop and maintain good health using natural methods; understand the real nutritional needs of an animal; provide better, natural food with more vitamins and minerals; save heartbreak and expense by avoiding degenerative disease. Covers cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs.

In "The Dog Who Couldn't Stop Loving", Masson considers the far-reaching consequences of the coevolution of dogs and humans, drawing upon recent scientific research. Over the past forty thousand years a collective domestication has occurred that brings us to where we are today - humans have formed intense bonds with dogs, and the adoration is almost always reciprocal. Masson himself has experienced a profound bond with his new dog, Benjy, a failed guide dog for the blind, who possesses an abundance of uninhibited love. Masson knows... read more

Award-winning poet Jana Harris tells the inspiring story of her twenty-four year relationship with a troubled but beautiful, blood-red feral mare who, in spite of her troubled past, has a talent for healing and helping every human and other being she comes into contact with. In Horses Never Lie About Love, Harris lyrically recounts how this wounded, implacable beast nevertheless held a magical influence over the other horses of the ranch and how she eased uncannily into the role of mother after having a foal. In time she became the... read more

John Bradshaw, one of the world's leading dog experts, brings us a compelling insight into what dogs would ask us for, if only they knew how. The dog has been mankind's faithful companion for tens of thousands of years, yet today finds itself in crisis throughout the western world. Until just over a hundred years ago, most dogs worked for their living, and each of the many breeds had become well suited, over countless generations, to the task for which they were bred. Now, in their purely domestic roles we fail to understand their ... read more

Suitable for horse riders of all ages and all abilities, this book guides you through every stage of the riding process from the first time in the saddle to mastering advanced riding skills. It includes dressage, show jumping, cross country and young horse training as well as how to find and develop your ultimate horse.

Choose the top dog for your family. From spaniels to sheepdogs, The Complete Dog Breed Guide will help you choose the perfect companion for your family. Fully illustrated and featuring over 400 of the world's best-loved breeds, this is the only breed guide you'll ever need. Q&A selector charts help you choose the right dog for your lifestyle plus expert guidance on caring for your dog, understanding its behaviour and training tips ensure that he'll soon becomes everyone's best friend. The Complete Dog Breed Guide is a one-st... read more