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Letters with Smokie: Blindness and More-than-Human Relations
By Rod Michalko, Dan Goodley. 2023
Letters with Smokie captures an epistolic exchange between Dan Goodley and Rod Michalko, or rather, Rod Michalko's late guide dog,…
Smokie. A lively exploration of human-animal relationships and disability as disruption, disturbance, and art, the book offers a refreshing re-evaluation of cultural misunderstandings of disability.How to Party Like a Snail
By Naseem Hrab. 2022
Biro, l'aspirant chien-guide
By Maxine Trotier. 2001
Biro, l'aspirant chien-guide
By Maxine Trotier. 2001
Great vacations for you & your dog, USA, 2001-02
By Valley House Books. 2001
State-by-state listings of U.S. facilities that accept dogs. Categories include dog camps, ranches, resorts, hotels, lodges, cabins, and campgrounds. Includes…
a description of each entry, the pet policy, and the 2001-02 rates. Also gives suggestions for vacationing with a dog in five major cities and general tips on traveling. 2001The ASPCA complete guide to pet care
By David Carroll. 2001
Detailed information on all aspects of domestic animal maintenance including choosing an appropriate pet, where to find it, bringing it…
home, housebreaking, health concerns, travel, and grieving. Covers common and uncommon house pets: cats, dogs, birds, snakes, lizards, turtles, ferrets, hamsters, gerbils, rabbits, and guinea pigs.Dog is my co-pilot
By Bark Editors. 2003
Anthology of essays, short stories, and expert commentaries celebrating the unique bond between humans and their dogs. Over forty selections…
chosen by the editors of a California-based dog magazine pay tribute to the very first meeting between man and animal, pack dynamics, canine wisdom, and the poignancy of friendship and loss. 2003Discovering frogs
By Douglas Florian. 1986
Koko's story (Scolastic hardcover)
By Francine Patterson. 1987
In 1973 the author began teaching Koko, a baby gorilla, American Sign Language. This book recounts their incredible relationship and…
the growth of Koko's vocabulary to five hundred signs, with which she even tells lies. We also meet Michael, Koko's intended future mate. Continues the story of "Koko's Kitten." For grades 3-6Snakes : biology, behavior and relationship to man
By Wolf-Eberhard Engelmann. 1981
Two East German biologists cover the basics of snake anatomy, behavior, reproduction, and nutrition. Also discusses the evolution of snakes…
and their distribution throughout the world. Includes snake legends, superstitions, and snake cuisineA crowded ark
By Jon Luoma. 1987
A look at the role played by zoos in wildlife conservation. After reviewing the history of zoos, Luoma examines the…
modern zoo, a scientifically based center for research, wildlife propagation, and education. The book explores surgery on a Siberian tiger; attempts to perpetuate genetic diversity; and social, scientific, and political issues facing zoos todayThe Sea World book of dolphins
By Randall Reeves. 1987
Dolphins come in many different sizes, shapes, and colors. Some live in deep ocean waters while others live in rivers.…
This book describes the evolution, adaptations, habits, and physical characteristics of these beautiful, intelligent, and friendly mammals. For grades 5-8 and older readersEast of the Mountains of the Moon: chimpanzee society in the African rain forest
By Michael Ghiglieri. 1988
Fascinated by reports that male chimpanzees were killing members of their own species, the author spent two years in the…
Kibale Forest of Uganda observing, but not interacting with (as other scientists have), a group of chimpanzees. In addition to presenting his research, the author comments on his problems with the regime of Idi AminSounds like Skipper: the story of Kerena Marchant and her hearing dog Skipper
By Kerena Marchant. 1987
Kerena Marchant was five years old before her hearing loss was discovered. With a determination to overcome challenges, she graduated…
from a regular school and the university and landed a job with the BBC. But living on her own created some unique problems. Skipper's arrival in Kerena's life has made her life and her work much easier. Skipper even has his own BBC staff pass101 questions and answers about pets and people
By Ann Squire. 1988
What is the function of a cat's whiskers? How can dogs hear dog whistles? How can you tell if your…
gold fish is male or female? Why doesn't a sleeping bird fall off its perch? The author answers a host of questions about dogs, cats, birds, fish, and other creatures. Also includes chapters on "Understanding your Pet's Behavior" and "Pets Helping People." For grades 3-6 and older readersBearman: exploring the world of black bears (Charles Scribner's Sons books for young readers)
By Laurence Pringle. 1989
Lynn Rogers is a United States Forest Service biologist who has studied "Ursus americanus," or the American black bear, for…
more than twenty years. This book tells of his early life and interest in wildlife, his introduction to black bears, and his education in their ways. The physical characteristics, natural environment, habits, and life cycle of the American black bear are examined. For grades 4-7Chelsea, the story of a signal dog
By Paul Ogden. 1992
Ogden, a deaf professor, discusses the loving working relationship he and his wife have with Chelsea, the professional signal dog…
they received from Canine Companions for Independence (CCI). Impressed by CCI's integrity and training methods, Ogden describes the initial two-week orientation, the tasks signal dogs are trained to perform, and the unique quirks that developed as the couple's relationship with Chelsea grewEvery living thing
By James Herriot. 1992
In this sequel to "The Lord God Made Them All," Dr. Herriot looks back at his family and his practice…
after World War II, when he and his partners expanded their care of farm animals to include more and more small animals. He introduces new assistants and villagers, whose various livestock and pets Herriot and his partners treat with new medical techniques, knowledge, common sense, and love. BestsellerThe cat who went to Paris
By Peter Gethers. 1991
Gethers, a publisher and screenwriter, hated cats before his girlfriend presented him with Norton, a small grey Scottish Fold kitten…
who takes over his life. Gethers recounts their adventures from vacations on Fire Island to business trips abroad. The cat makes friends with everyone--flight attendants, hotel managers, movie stars, and, finally, Janis, Gethers's true love, of whom Norton approvesThe hidden life of dogs
By Elizabeth Thomas. 1993
Marshall has observed and chronicled the lives of a group of eleven dogs in her household. She began the project…
while caring for Misha for friends. Following the ever-escaping husky on his remarkable wide-ranging jaunts, Marshall finally concluded that Misha's quests were undertaken solely to meet other dogs. The following year of hierarchy and love affairs within the dog group confirm her belief that what dogs want are each other. Bestseller