A concise & accessible guide to the various conditions which affect the process of reproduction in dogs & bitches. The book considers all aspects of the physiology anatomy & endocrinology of the male & female reproductive system followed by a discussion of mating pregnancy & parturition. Later chapters describe problems such as anatomical abnormalities abnormal physiology & endocrinology intersexuality infertility contraception & surgical procedures. Building on content first published in Allens Fertility & Obstetrics in the Dog (Blackwell 1998) this book is fully revised & updated with substantial new material designed to give practical guidance to the professional breeder as well as the vet. ...

When Tim finds an abandoned & bedraggled little dog outside his house he cant just leave him there even though his parents hate the idea of pets in their house. & then the endearing animal turns out to be Grk the much loved pet of the recently replaced ambassador of Stanislavia left behind when they made a rushed (and enforced) exit. Tim innocently wants to reunite them but it means that he will become embroiled in the violent & dangerous politics of this little known East European country. To find them he will have to break into a high security prison (and out again!) & escape from the consequent hue & cry. This will involve the hair-raising piloting of a helicopter & a nail-biting race for the border. Could this be the new 007? A Dog Called Grk is Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award. ...

My name is Cally Louise Fisher & I haven't spoken for thirty-one days. Talking doesn't always make things happen however much you want them to. Cally Fisher saw her mum bright & real & alive. But no one believes her so Cally's stopped talking. A mysterious wolfhound always seems to be there when her mum appears & now he's started following her everywhere. But how can Cally convince anyone that Mum is still with them or persuade Dad that the huge silver-grey dog is their last link with her? An outstandingly assured debut novel from a sparkling new talent. ...

The fourth title in the new Usborne Very First Reading" series designed for younger children to introduce them to reading together with their parents. Parents & children take turns to read from the page (the text clearly marked for who should be reading) & as the books progress in the series the adults read less & less & the child more & more. There are puzzles at the end to check the childs understanding of the text & guidance notes for the parents. Beautiful illustrations help to motivate beginner readers." ...

Handle grooming yourself to save money & bond with your dog Brush bathe & clip your dog like a pro! Whether your dog is destined for a career in the show ring or a spot on the living room couch good grooming is important. This friendly guide shows you how to develop a grooming routine that will keep your dog clean -- & strengthen the bond between you. It

Includes:: detailed step--by--step grooming instructions for all types of coats. Discover how to * Train your dog for grooming * Care for nails teeth & ears * Use clippers & scissors * Groom specific types of coats * Prepare a dog for the show ring

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Youve heard of the Horse Whisperer -- now meet the woman who uses similar methods to train dogs. Jan Fennells remarkable gifts have earned her the nickname the dog listener". Her unique understanding of the canine world & its instinctive language has enabled her to bring even the most desperate & delinquent of dogs to heel. This easy-to-follow guide to understanding Jans simple techniques draws on her countless case histories of problem dogs -- from biters & barkers to bicycle chasers -- to show how we can bridge the language barrier that separates man from his best friend. In The Dog Listener Jan shares her secrets telling us how she grew determined to find a more compassionate alternative to standard "obedience" training techniques & ultimately how to communicate with canines." ...

Dog loves books but one day he receives a strange one in the post
- its blank! Soon Dog realises that this book is not for reading
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Dog loves books but one day he receives a strange one in the post
- its blank! Soon Dog realises that this book is not for reading
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This is a beginner reader tale about a witch who advertizes for a new cat--and employs a dog instead. He cant scratch but he can dig big holes. He cant hiss & spit but he can growl dribble & cover everything in muddy pawprints. Will the witch let the dog help her at the Grand Spell contest? ...

Tips & tricks for capturing your canines personality with every click of the camera Simply snapping a picture may not capture the playfulness or spontaneity of a dog. Knowing what kind of equipment angle & composition to use while photographing a dog can make all the difference in the character captured in the photo. Dog Photography For Dummies gives you practical & fun guidance for capturing your dogs personality & turning ordinary shots into priceless memories that will last a lifetime. Covering all the latest & greatest gadgets & accessories available to capture & alter photos of your favorite pooch Dog Photography For Dummies offers techniques that amateurs & intermediates alike can use to improve their photography skills. This hands-on guide features great examples of dog portraiture plus tons of ideas for fun new places to pose your furry friend such as the beach the park the car in the snow & more. Detailed discussions of color versus black-&-white indoors versus outdoors composition & capturing movement Advice on how to get a dog to sit still Considerations for photographing a shy dog who is scared of the camera Guidance on making the most of natural light Tips for photographing dogs with black (or dark) coats How to photograph people & dogs together Whether for decorating memories or holiday cards Dog Photography For Dummies makes it easy to capture the best of your four-legged friend. ...