Summaries of books about Pets & Animal Care:
Tiny But Mighty
Kitten Lady's Guide to Saving the Most Vulnerable Felines
Hannah Shaw
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to nurturing and rescaring neonatal kittens, providing practical advice on feeding, medical care, and socialization. It also emphasizes the importance of fostering, advocating for spay/neuter programs, and includes inspiring rescue stories to encourage animal lovers to take action in saving these vulnerable felines.
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The Speckled Beauty
A Dog and His People
Rick Bragg
The book tells the heartwarming story of a stray dog with a speckled coat that enters the life of the author, bringing joy, chaos, and companionship. It explores the bond between humans and their pets, and how this particular dog, despite his imperfections and the challenges he faces, profoundly impacts the people around him.
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Homer's Odyssey
A Fearless Feline Tale, or How I Learned About Love and Life with a Blind Wonder Cat
Gwen Cooper
The book chronicles the life and adventures of a blind cat named Homer and his owner, detailing their twenty-year journey together. It explores themes of love, resilience, and the deep bond between humans and their pets, as Homer overcomes his disability and transforms the lives of those around him.
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Horses, Heifers and Hairy Pigs
The Life of a Yorkshire Vet
Julian Norton
The book is a memoir that chronicles the author's experiences as a rural veterinarian in Yorkshire, detailing the challenges and joys of treating a wide variety of animals. It provides insight into the daily life of a vet, sharing heartwarming stories, humorous anecdotes, and the realities of veterinary practice in the countryside.
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Dewey
The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World
Vicki Myron|Bret Witter
The book chronicles the life of Dewey Readmore Books, a cat who was abandoned in the drop box of the Spencer Public Library in Iowa and became a beloved mascot and companion to the library patrons. It explores the impact Dewey had on the community and the library's director, Vicki Myron, as he brought joy, comfort, and lessons about love and resilience to everyone he met.
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Zak George's Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog
Proven Solutions to the Most Common Training Problems for All Ages, Breeds, and Mixes
Zak George|Dina Roth Port
The book provides readers with practical dog training strategies tailored to address a wide range of common behavioral issues, such as jumping, barking, and aggression. It emphasizes positive reinforcement techniques and offers step-by-step guidance for training dogs of all ages, breeds, and mixes to become well-mannered companions.
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Beekeeping for Beginners
How To Raise Your First Bee Colonies
Amber Bradshaw
The book provides a comprehensive guide for novice beekeepers, covering essential topics such as selecting equipment, understanding bee behavior, and managing hives throughout the seasons. It offers practical advice on harvesting honey, preventing and treating diseases, and ensuring the health and productivity of bee colonies.
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The Total Fishing Manual
317 Essential Fishing Skills
Joe Cermele|The Editors of Field & Stream
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to fishing, offering a wide array of tips and techniques for anglers of all levels, covering everything from basic fishing skills to advanced tactics for catching various species. It includes practical advice on gear, bait, and strategies, as well as illustrations and photographs to help readers improve their fishing prowess.
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Merle's Door
Lessons from a Freethinking Dog
Ted Kerasote
The book chronicles the life and adventures of a stray dog named Merle who is adopted by the author during a camping trip. It explores the bond between human and animal, delving into themes of pet autonomy, companionship, and the natural instincts of dogs.
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Perfect Puppy in 7 Days
How to Start Your Puppy Off Right
Sophia A. Yin
The book provides a comprehensive guide for new puppy owners on how to train and socialize their pets effectively within a week, using positive reinforcement techniques. It covers essential topics such as house training, bite inhibition, and establishing a routine, with step-by-step instructions and illustrations to ensure a well-behaved and happy puppy.
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