Dogs of all shapes & sizes take centre stage in this innovative novelty book. With more than forty-seven different breeds Dachshunds Poodles & Chihuahuas to name but afew...with tails to wag & ears & fur to stroke...who can resist these adorable canines! ...

In this their second adventure together Bruce Fogle & his faithful dog Macy (with a compact motorhome) journey into the little known heart of Europe. Travelling through the Netherlands northern Germany Scandinavia & the Baltics then down the eastern rim of Poland to Slovakia & Slovenia Fogle uncovers revelations about his ancestry as well as discovering the real central Europe. With Macy stoically at his side Bruce Fogle can savour the landscape in a way he couldnt alone. Macy introduces him to an eclectic mix of rural folk & local animals as well as other travellers. Together Macy & Bruce walk for miles through peaceful woods & empty shores taking time off from the frenetic bustle of urban life to appreciate the unspoilt beauty of landscapes still frozen in the aspic of time. The perfect travelling companion A Dog Abroad" is an enchanting read." ...

The world has suffered a catastrophe of unknown cause dividing humankind into two: the Haters & the Unchanged. Each group believes the other to be the enemy; each group is fighting for survival. Only by working together can the enemy
- whoever that enemy is
- be defeated. There are no other choices. Danny Mc Coyne has managed to break free & after days of indiscriminate fighting & killing he is determined to make his way home to recalim the only thing of any value to him in this strange new world: his daughter Ellis. Unlike his wife & son Ellis is like him & he knows in his heart of hearts that she is not dead. His dearest wish is for Ellis to be fighting for the world at his side
- but Danny soon discovers his daughter is worth far more than just another fighting body. Others like him have discovered that children are absolutely vital to the cause. They are strong small fast & they have no inhibitions. They are pure Haters.. .


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Built of plywood & measuring 115 feet long powered by four supercharged petrol engines & armed to the teeth with heavy weapons the 'D' Class Motor Gun Boats (MGBs) & Motor Torpedo Boats (MTBs) were better known as Dog Boats & played havoc with enemy shipping in home & foreign waters. During three years of war they engaged the enemy on more than 350 occasions sinking & damaging many ships. Dog Boats at War" is the authoritative account of operations by the Royal Navy's 'D' Class MGBs & MTBs in the Second World War in Home Mediterranean & Norwegian waters. As well as drawing on official records
- both British & German
- the author has contacted several hundred Dog Boat veterans whose eyewitness accounts add drama to the unfolding story."

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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. ...

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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Swansea Jack the Labrador who saved more than 25 people from drowning. Maya the pit bull who defended her owner from a brutal attack. Max the police German shepherd who chased & caught two convicted criminals. Connie the Newfoundland who cares for her disabled owner. These are just a few of the incredible canine characters whose true stories are recounted in this inspiring collection of dog tales. Hounds from all walks of life are united within these pages in the search for the worlds most devoted dogs. Heart-melting dramatic & often deeply moving Dog Heroes" champions the often underestimated role of mans best friend & gives a unique insight into the lives of both working dogs & personal companions. Each loyal dog has its own story to tell & each owner or handler has individual reasons for loving them but these dogs have one thing in common: they are all truly dog heroes." ...

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." ...