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The beauty of the beastly: new views on the nature of life
By Natalie Angier. 1996
Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer for the New York Times offers her essays on the beauty of organisms usually considered beastly,…
and the beastliness behind conventional icons of beauty in the natural world. Admitting she "anthropomorphizes shamelessly," she humorously discusses commonalities that humans share with other species. Topics include loving, adapting, healing, creating, and dying. Some descriptions of violence. 1995.Horse: how the horse has shaped civilizations
By J. Edward Chamberlin. 2006
Chamberlin draws on archaeology, biology, art, literature and ethnography to describe the relationship between humans and horses throughout history -…
from Alexander the Great to Genghis Khan, from the Moors in Spain and the knights in France to the great horse cultures of native America. From the Ice Age to the Industrial Age, horses have provided sustenance, transportation, status, companionship and the ability to establish and expand empires. Included are stories of horses at work, at war and at play, both wild horses and famous horses, in paintings, books and movies. Some descriptions of violence. 2006.Translations from the natural world
By Les Murray. 1993
Ravens, cuttlefish, sunflowers and a shell-back tick are among those non-verbal members of our natural world which find distinctive voices…
in this new collection of poems by Les Murray. Few poets could achieve such variety of approach to express character and feelings and to give us their vision of the universe. 1993.Insect lives: stories of mystery and romance from a hidden world
By Erich Hoyt, Ted Schultz. 1999
This text seeks to assemble some of the most unusual, dramatic and revealing writings about insects, ranging through history from…
the Bible to Darwin and Tom Eisner. The text varies from horror film extracts to scientific fact, and each section is introduced and annotated. 1999.Dogs with jobs: working dogs around the world
By Merrily Weisbord, Kim Kachanoff. 2000
All around the world there are certain dogs that provide life saving duties in a variety of different settings. This…
book looks at these canines and discusses their specific talents. It describes the lives of 22 working dogs that rescue, protect, entertain, hunt and happily serve people for a living. 2000.The comfort of cats
By Pamela Wallin. 2002
Often revered, sometimes feared, cats have been companions to us for over 5,000 years. Included here are reflections on the…
comfort and solace that comes from having a quiet, purring companion through the difficult times in life. 2002.The pet doctor: your total guide to dog and cat care
By Morton B Caplan. 1994
A veterinarian discusses what pet owners can do to care for their pets. The first part of the book covers…
basic concerns of pet care, including choosing the right pet, nutrition and feeding, problem behaviour, visitng the vet, breeding, travelling with pets, and the senior years. In the second part, Caplan discusses the most common medical conditions encountered by vets. He explains how the conditions develop, and how they are diagnosed and treated. 1994.Wrestling with rhinos: the adventures of a Glasgow vet in Kenya
By J. C Haigh. 2002
In 1965 Jerry Haigh graduated from veterinary college in Glasgow, Scotland, and within four days - armed with enthusiasm but…
little experience - returned to his birth country, Kenya. While working at a veterinary facility in Kabete, he met and married a Dutch doctor, and they often combined their medical skills to treat both human and animal patients, and each other. Haigh practiced on a wide array of species, including horses, dogs, lions, giraffes, rhinos, and elephants. 2002.Life on Earth: a natural history
By David Attenborough. 1979
Life with Darwin and other baboons
By Franje Van Riel. 2003
An account of the work of Karin Saks who, through fostering orphaned baby baboons and attempting to rehabilitate them back…
into the wild, had the opportunity to observe and record the activities of a number of wild baboon troops. Through her daily interaction with them she brings fresh perspectives to our knowledge of an animal society that is both complex and well ordered. 2003.A dog's best friend: the secrets that make good dog owners great
By Jan Fennell. 2004
Jan outlines the qualities that distinguish the good owner from the great one, sharing the secrets of how we can…
all become the pet owners our dogs deserve. Drawing on her own inspirational experiences, she illustrates the importance of qualities such as patience and leadership, and gives tips on improving as an owner.The ten trusts: what we must do to care for the animals we love
By Marc Bekoff, Jane Goodall. 2002
World-renowned conservationists propose ten principles to highlight humanity's role as stewards of the natural world. The authors share their vision…
of a future where people are compassionate and concerned for all living things. 2002.Conversations with an eagle: the story of a remarkable relationship
By Brenda Cox. 2002
Brenda Cox met Ichabod, a female bald eagle at the wildlife rehabilitation centre where she was volunteering, and soon became…
her primary caretaker. She used falconry techniques to train Ichabod, knowing that few bald eagles have been handled this way. Cox experienced many exhilarating moments and more than a few close calls during the eight years she spent with Ichabod. 2002.True animal tales
By Mike Lepine, Mark Leigh, Rolf Harris. 1997
Inspiring, touching and funny, these are Rolf Harris' favourite true animal stories from around the world. These include the tale…
of a pig who saved a little boy from drowning, a scruffy mongrel who saved the Crown Jewels, a chimpanzee who escaped from London Zoo by hopping on a bus, a baboon who worked the signals on a South African railway and a zebra who ran a horse race.Great apes
By Will Self. 1998
When Simon Dykes wakes after a late night of routine debauchery, he discovers that his world is irretrievably changed. His…
girlfriend has turned into a chimpanzee. And, to Simon's appalled surprise, so has the rest of humanity. Simon, under the bizarre delusion that he is "human," is confined to an emergency psychiatric ward. There he becomes of considerable interest to psychologist and chimp, Dr Zack Busner.Copper: A Dog's Life
By Annabel Goldsmith. 2006
A loveable local legend and true character to all who knew him, Copper was no ordinary dog. With more stories…
to tell than you could count on the pads of one paw, this curly-tailed, shaggy-bearded mongrel (but don't let him hear you call him that) led a truly astonishing life. Famed for his remarkable wanderlust, canine curiosity took him all over the place, from Richmond and Kingston to Brighton, sometimes travelling on buses with his friend Jessie the cat, often stopping off at his favourite pubs, or chasing unsuspecting joggers in the park - a hobby which nearly ended his life. In this delightful book, Copper tells us of his astounding adventures with the finest of tail-wagging wisdom. He sniffs out all the important things in life: the comings and goings, the loves and losses - and, of course, what it's like to live in high society. Sometimes cheeky, most of the time charming, but always cherished, Copper's story is by turns funny and moving, the tale of a real canine hero.Animal Rights: A Reference Handbook
By Clifford J. Sherry. 1994
Reviews the issues surrounding animal rights, including experimentation and animal harvesting. Presents the history of the issue, significant federal legislation,…
and arguments of activists on both sides of the debate. Includes biographical sketches and extensive annotated listings of organizations and print and nonprint resources.Nana D's Alpacas
By Denise Wasko. 2017
Ms. Emily and her preschool classroom take an adventurous trip to learn more about alpacas. Come along on the journey…
to discover how curiosity and investigation lead to a love of outdoor learning.The Healthy Pet Manual: A Guide to the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer
By Gary Kowalski, Deborah Straw. 2005
Examines the environmental, dietary, and lifestyle-related causes of cancer in pets and how to safeguard their well-being• Cancer is the…
number one killer of most domestic animals• Includes health care information on dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, and guinea pigs• The first consumer-oriented book to assess conventional and alternative treatment optionsKeeping their pets healthy and happy is the number one priority of pet owners. Having lost four animal companions to cancer, author Deborah Straw became frustrated by the lack of information about what was causing the disease and wanted to know what she could do to treat and prevent it. This thorough and comprehensive guide is the result of her search for answers. It provides readers with the knowledge of how to ward off the unforeseen causes of cancer and protect the safety and health of their pets.Cancer is the number one killer of most domestic animals. This revised and expanded edition of Why Is Cancer Killing Our Pets? includes the most up-to-date information on the environmental, dietary, and vaccine-related culprits that may cause cancer in pets and the preventive measures that can be taken against this disease. Readers whose pets have been diagnosed with cancer will benefit from the full spectrum of both conventional and alternative treatments presented in this book--from chemotherapy and laser surgery to herbal therapy, acupuncture, and touch therapy. In addition, readers will find guidance about caring for a sick pet and grieving his or her loss should the pet die. Full of information, options, and support, this is an essential resource for protecting pets.Showing Your Dog: A Beginner's Guide
By Elaine Everest. 2009
Competing at dog shows is an excellent way for the family - both young and old alike - to enjoy…
a hobby together. Many people enter this sport first with a family pet as a fun day out and then move on to more serious competition at championship level. The ultimate goal for most newcomers is to qualify for Crufts and perhaps even win the much coveted Best in Show award. This book takes you step by step through the process of what is required to enjoy showing a dog. It will tell you: - How to choose a good quality pedigree puppy and understand its health requirements - How to train and prepare from day one through to that first dog show - How to enter a show and what to expect - Where to go and when at the dog show, and what to do in the show ring - What clubs, committees and support are available for the novice exhibitor - How to qualify for Crufts and what to expect upon arriving at the World's Greatest Dog Show - What the next step is and whether to purchase another dog, breed a litter or even train to be a judge.Contents: Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. Starting out; 2. Learning to Show 3. Grooming and Presentation; 4. Entering a Show; 5. Travelling with Dogs; 6. The Day of the Show; 7. Rules and Etiquette; 8. Awards and Prizes; 9. Major Champonship Shows; 10. What Next?; The Rainbow Bridge; Glossary; Useful Information; Index.