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SEE ISBN 9780754833666 for newer available edition of this book. This comprehensive and practical guide provides all the information that you need in order to start keeping poultry. A buyer's guide shows you what features to look for in healthy poultry. Essential information is provided on feeding, hygiene, treating ailments, and good husbandry. If you are interested in keeping a few hens in the back garden, selling eggs for profit, breeding birds for sale or exhibiting pure breeds, this authori...

Following the success of his books The Dog Whisperer, 2nd Edition and The Puppy Whisperer, Paul Owens introduces a groundbreaking new approach to addressing and solving specific problem behaviors—and encouraging great ones—in his newest book. Encompassing the author’s nonviolent, positive training methods, this guide is a shortcut in the training process as it uses the innovative concept of training by automatic habit—making it possible to eliminate dogs’ problem behaviors in a shorter time tha...

Cats Work Like This is for cat lovers who know that even after ten thousand years of living with cats, no one really has a clue what their cat is thinking. In this insider's guide to the habits of these puzzling animals, the authors offer insights from two generations of watching their cats work. They share the sometimes hilarious and often astonishing observations on cats that have accumulated over ages, and offer some useful insights into how to understand your own cat. Though there are many...

Accompanying the hit TV series, Victoria Stilwell provides her successful programme for perfect dog training. Do they ignore every word you say? Have they started coming in at all hours? Are they wrecking your home? No, it,s not the nation,s teenagers - it,s our pets. Nearly five million homes in the UK own a dog - but who really calls the shots? With bad behaviour rife, it,s time to put the pets in their place - move over power nannies and parenting, this is Supernanny for pets. The Channel 4 s...

Which of the many kitten breeds is best for you? What are the secrets to happy cats and kittens? How do you train a cat? No matter the question, 101 Essential Tips: Cat Care has you covered when it comes to kittens and cats. Our pocket guide includes tips on kitten care, training, and dealing with feline behavior to be sure you have a happy pet. Want information on cat diet, kitten health, cat grooming, feline neutering, or how to entertain your cat? 101 Essential Tips: Cat Care has all that and...

Each title in B.E.S. Dog Bibles Series for dog lovers and prospective dog purchasers discusses a specific dog breed in detail, describes the title breed's physical traits, history, and behavior characteristics, and instructs owners on training methods. Important topics covered include-- What to look for when choosing a puppy Living with a dog and understanding breed-specific traits Everyday care, grooming and exercise Nutrition, health maintenance, and potential breed-specific health p...

The classic bestseller--expanded and updated For years, many veterinary treatments for cats were based on research conducted with dogs because it was wrongly assumed that cats were very similar. Recently, there have been giant strides in feline veterinary research. This classic reference is fully updated and revised to reflect these advances and gives you the most up-to-date guidance on cat health and cat care. It includes: * An index of signs and symptoms to help you find information fast * Cle...

Aquarium hobbyists looking to add variety to their tanks will find color photos and concise textual profiles of more than 400 species of freshwater and marine fish. This book's easy-reference format points out key characteristics of each breed and gives information on its origins, physiology, and maintenance requirements. Each entry includes an at-a-glance guide that notes feeding habits and compatibility with other fish. The color photos are detailed to show markings and other distinguishing fe...

DOGOPEDIA is a crucial compendium that educates and entertains with facts about everything from wolf ancestry and dog physiology to canine reindeer herders and magicians. It explains how dogs train their owners, and debunks the many myths about our four-legged friends - such as the belief that they see in black and white - while investigating the mysteries of canine psychology: what does that guilty face really mean and how come dogs seem to know when we're coming home?This wonderful collection...

Discover expert advice about purchasing and caring for pet tortoises and box turtles. This title, along with all books in the comprehensive and popular B.E.S. Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series, provides advice on feeding, health care, housing, and all other important aspects of responsible pet ownership. Each title in the series is individually written from first page to last by a pet trainer, veterinarian, or other pet-care specialist. All Complete Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with hig...

The large and handsome Great Dane is impressive in stature, but despite his formidable appearance he is typically friendly and good-natured. Books in the B.E.S. Dog Bibles series are breed-specific titles that present veterinarian-approved advice and information on canine care and training. Each Dog Bible describes the title breed's traits, history, and behavior characteristics. These books also instruct readers on what to look for when choosing a puppy and advise on nutrition, exercise, groom...

This work helps you to develop a loving relationship with your adopted pet. It is your fun and easy guide to the challenges and rewards of adopting a pet. Thinking about adopting or rescuing an animal? This friendly guide gives you a no-nonsense introduction to the process and helps you select the right companion for you and your family. You'll see how to handle everything from feeding, health care, and housetraining to obedience, behavior issues, and special needs for older and abused animals....