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Find your ideal dog - and learn how to look after it - in this stunning guide to all things…
canine. Combining breeds, behavior, care, and training advice, this book contains everything you need to know to help you choose and look after a dog, from the tiny Chihuahua to the towering Great Dane. Find the perfect pet using Q&A selector charts that help you find the best breed to suit your lifestyle. Fully updated to reflect the latest dog breeds, The Complete Dog Breed Book contains a catalog of more than 420 dogs. Each features stunning photographs of the dog from various angles, while popular breeds - including the Boxer, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel - are given a special in-depth treatment. Clear and concise text explains the main features of the dog, as well as providing a historical overview of the breed. Annotation highlights physical characteristics of each breed, while panels provide an at-a-glance guide to key features, such as the dog's temperament, size, and color.A practical section on care covers the fundamental aspects of looking after a dog, from handling and grooming to exercise and health. Step-by-step photographic sequences, combined with expert-written advice, explain the essentials of basic obedience. The Complete Dog Breed Book is a one-stop manual to helping you become the owner of a happy, healthy, well-behaved dog.Am I Boring My Dog?: And 99 Other Things Every Dog Wishes You Knew
Par Edie Jarolim. 2009
Geared to the millions who want to be socially responsible with their dogs, but also indulgent with them, who love…
to be up to date about the latest ideas about training, but above all, who worry about their relationships with their dogs, this poignant, irreverent guide is doggone funny. Written by a first-time dog owner who's been there and worried about that, this comprehensive yet accessible book articulates the questions that many people have about all things canine-related but are afraid to ask, all with a reassuring, amusing tone.This complete catalog of all things canine is essential reading for dog lovers everywhere. From Beethoven to Toto, dogs have a…
special relationship with humans and are forever known as man&’s best friend. The enduring loyalty and companionship of our four-legged friends is celebrated throughout The Dog Encyclopedia. Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this beautiful book puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture. Famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. More than 400 dog breeds are introduced, from primitive dogs and working dogs to companion dogs and scent hounds. Each and every breed includes stunning photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice.If you&’re bringing home a new pet, this guide comes crammed with top tips for a balanced diet, exercise, grooming, and training, as well as a health section on continuing care, identifying illness, and veterinary visits.This perfect pooch package is an indispensable owner's guide and an invaluable reference for budding dog whisperers.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Horseback Riding
Par Jessica Jahiel. 2000
Expert advice from an experienced equestrienne packs The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Horseback Riding. Learn simple strategies for mastering basic riding…
skills, essential information on caring for horses, the differences between Western and English riding styles, caring for the saddle, and much more! Rules of polo and polocrosse are also included.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Beekeeping: Everything the Budding Beekeeper Needs for a Healthy, Productive Hive
Par Dean Stiglitz, Laurie Herboldsheimer. 2010
The buzz on beekeeping. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Beekeeping has all the information a beginning beekeeper needs to know…
to start a hive and keep it buzzing. Expert beekeepers Dean Stiglitz and Laurie Herboldsheimer, owners of Golden Rule Honey, take readers step by step through the entire process-from information on the inhabitants of a hive and how it works to collecting bees, keeping them healthy, raising a queen, harvesting honey and wax, and storing hives for the off-season.Your Beagle Puppy Month by Month, written by a veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team, provides readers with everything…
they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Coverage includes information on what to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home, the necessary vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them, and when a trip to the vet is needed. Also included: • Instructions on making potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. • Discussion on why and how to crate train and what to do when your puppy cries at night. • Knowing when to teach your puppy is ready to learn basic commands and how to go about leash training. • Socialization: why it's necessary, when it should happen, and how to make sure it does. • Exercising and feeding your puppy appropriately to ensure he stays physically and mentally healthy. • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. • How and how often to bathe your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.This easy-to-understand guide will cover everything a new or perspective Yorkie owner would need to know, including deciding whether or not…
a Yorkie is right for you (and vice versa). The Complete Idiot&’s Guide® to Yorkshire Terriers will show you how to handle this breed and keep your home harmonious. In this Complete Idiot&’s Guide®, you get: • The history of Yorkie and it differs from other dogs in the Terrier family. • How to manage parasites, diseases, and other health issues common to Yorkies. • The eight basic obedience commands to establish yourself as leader both inside and outside your home. • The best plans to protect your house and yard from your Yorkie—and vice versa.Easily identify bird species west of the Great Plains with this comprehensive photographic guide.A book for avid bird watchers young…
and old! These pages feature high-quality photographs and full-pages details of well-known and rare species of Western North American birds, for quick and easy identification in the wild. This informative guide book profiles the extraordinary range of birds found in Western North America. The pages of the book are filled with stunning photographs and artworks of over 367 common bird species and 128 rare species seen west of the Great Plains. This field guide profiles each bird on its own page, highlighting its unique characteristics from the posture of the bird, its coloration to its flight patterns.Inside this vivid field guide, you&’ll find: • Species profile features authenticated by the American Museum of Natural History • Crystal clear photos that make birds easy to identify • Full-page profiles, access to bird sound recordings and migration maps Written by expert ornithologists in collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History, you&’ll find the most accurate and interesting facts about birds. Explore each species key behaviours such as nesting, feeding, habitat, social groupings, lifespan, and conservation status. Grab Your Field Guide And BinocularsThis bird reference book also includes the key characteristics of the sounds that birds make and includes free access to audio recordings of over 150 bird sounds. You will also be able to understand the migratory patterns of the species in the book, with accurate maps that will help you locate different species throughout the year.Complete the Series:Once you&’ve mastered Birds of North America Western, learn about these spectacular species in the Eastern and Northern regions found in AMNH Birds of North America and AMNH Birds of North America Eastern.RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond: Plan, Dig, and Enjoy a Natural Pond in Your Own Back Garden
Par Kate Bradbury. 2021
The best way to attract wildlife to your garden is to build a pond. Discover how to do it, and…
then watch the wildlife come, month by month.Whether you want to do something for the environment, build a pond as a family project, or attract local biodiversity to your garden, a wildlife pond is a perfect addition to your gardening efforts.Inside the pages of this book about creating a wildlife pond you will find: • Photographic step-by-step guide on creating and maintaining a variety of pond types, including natural-style ponds, container ponds, and more traditional, formal-style ponds that still attract wildlife • Evocative, in-depth chapters that tell the story of your pond through the year: what you can expect to see happen, the creatures that will visit and live in and around the pond, and tips on what to look out for and how to keep it in good condition • An eye-catching mixture of photography and illustration, similar to the style used in DK&’s How to Attract Birds to Your Garden Your very own backyard oasis Create a natural sanctuary right where you are! This book shows you how to create a backyard pond in your garden and how to attract and support local species. RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond provides easy-to-follow steps on how to dig your own pond, line it, advice on which aquatic plants to plant, and how to make sure local wildlife can enter and exit the pond safely. This book will also give you advice on how to take care of your pond so that you&’re able to enjoy the local animals, insects, and birds for years to come. You can expect to see blackbirds bathing in your pond, hedgehogs using it as a water source, and bats flying over at night to catch insects. This wonderful book is filled with photographs and illustrations that will make creating your own pond easy and fulfilling!Birds of Canada
Par Dk. 2022
This photographic guide to the full range of birds found in Canada includes full page profiles of more than 430…
of the most commonly seen birds. Each profile is accompanied by diagrams of flight patterns, and photographs showing each featured species in its typical habitat or performing characteristic behaviour. There is a special section highlighting rare species and vagrants as well.Every dog has its training day. You&’re no idiot, of course. You know that housetraining a dog can be just…
as difficult—and possibly as traumatic—as potty training a child. But with an established routine and positive reinforcement, your dog can be happily and healthily trained in no time.The Pocket Idiot&’s Guide® to Housetraining Your Dog will show you exactly how to teach your dog this essential trick. In this Pocket Idiot&’s Guide®, you get: • Housetraining schedules for owners with busy lifestyles. • Tips on how to get the quickest results. • Training techniques for indoor-only dogs, dogs with yards, city dogs . . . even shelter dogs. • Advice on how to cope with health issues that may impede a dog&’s progress.Dog Tricks (Idiot's Guides)
Par Debra Eldredge, Kate Eldredge. 2015
People love to see dogs do funny and useful tricks, such as playing basketball, picking up toys, and putting down…
the toilet lid. Idiot's Guides: Dog Tricks demonstrates more than 80 popular tricks with detailed, step-by-step instructions and eye-catching full-color photographs. The book provides helpful information on using positive training, rewards, cues, and body language to facilitate training.How Dogs Work: A Head-to-Tail Guide to Your Canine (DK Practical Pet Guides)
Par Daniel Tatarsky. 2021
From nose to tail and everything in between — this is your definitive visual guide to understanding your four-legged friend!When…
your dog looks at you with those big, expressive puppy-dog eyes, do you ever wonder what&’s going on in their fur-covered heads? This dog book for adults will help you gain invaluable canine insight through quirky illustrations and infographics. The unique dog encyclopedia explores and explains the world of dogs: • The dog in pictures — with more than 500 original illustrations • Encyclopedic in scope — covers dog behavior, psychology, communication, history and dog breeds, as well as celebrity pups and record-breaking hounds. • Dog infographics that communicate facts and ideas in a fun way. • Witty language that will both inform and entertain readers. Do you walk your dog or does your dog walk you? Can you teach an old dog new tricks? What is your dog saying with its wagging tail? The fun infographics book gives you all the essential facts about dogs to help you translate their curious canine behavior. Covering history, breeds, dog care and training, How Dogs Work is the perfect gift for dog lovers of all ages — from 9 to 109!From how dogs evolved from the wolf and our favorite pet to the finer points of working dogs and show dogs — this unique dog guide is a wonderful celebration of man&’s best friend! Learn what experts believe the cute doggy head tilt could mean, explore what your dog&’s wagging tail could be saying about their mood and discover the world&’s fastest dog that&’s twice as quick as Usain Bolt. This a must-have book for every soon-to-be dog whisperer!Handbook of Butterflies and Moths (DK Handbooks)
Par David Carter. 2023
A compact, comprehensive field guide to over 500 butterfly and moth species from around the world.The clearest and sharpest recognition…
guide to over 500 butterfly and moth species from around the world. Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to the butterflies and moths of the world. Packed with more than 600 full-colour photographs of over 500 species, this handy reference book is designed to cut through the process of identification and help you to recognize a species quickly and easily. Expertly written and thoroughly vetted, each entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the characteristics and distinguishing features of each butterfly or moth, while also providing at-a-glance facts for quick reference. The introduction explains the difference between butterflies and moths, details the life cycle from egg to adult, rearing your own specimens, and offers guidance for finding and observing live specimens in the wild. A concise glossary defines technical and scientific terms. Compact enough to take out into the field, DK Handbooks: Butterflies & Moths makes identifying these beautiful insects easier than ever before.Easily identify bird species west of the Great Plains with this comprehensive photographic guide.A book for avid bird watchers young…
and old! These pages feature high-quality photographs and full-pages details of well-known and rare species of Western North American birds, for quick and easy identification in the wild. This informative guide book profiles the extraordinary range of birds found in Western North America. The pages of the book are filled with stunning photographs and artworks of over 367 common bird species and 128 rare species seen west of the Great Plains. This field guide profiles each bird on its own page, highlighting its unique characteristics from the posture of the bird, its coloration to its flight patterns.Inside this vivid field guide, you&’ll find: • Species profile features authenticated by the American Museum of Natural History • Crystal clear photos that make birds easy to identify • Full-page profiles, access to bird sound recordings and migration maps Written by expert ornithologists in collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History, you&’ll find the most accurate and interesting facts about birds. Explore each species key behaviors such as nesting, feeding, habitat, social groupings, lifespan, and conservation status. Grab Your Field Guide And BinocularsThis bird reference book also includes the key characteristics of the sounds that birds make and includes free access to audio recordings of over 150 bird sounds. You will also be able to understand the migratory patterns of the species in the book, with accurate maps that will help you locate different species throughout the year.Complete the Series:Once you&’ve mastered Birds of North America - Western Region, learn about these spectacular species in the Eastern and Northern regions found in AMNH Birds of North America and AMNH Birds of North America - Eastern Region.Maravillas del mundo acuático (DK Children's Anthologies)
Par Sam Hume. 2022
Desde el océano más ancho y profundo hasta el charco más pequeño, este hermoso álbum lleva a los niños lectores…
por un viaje fascinante a través del mundo acuático, en el que conocerán animales increíbles, plantas ingeniosas y mucho más. Impresionantes fotografías y hermosas ilustraciones complementan las descripciones de cada forma de vida, con las que los niños descubrirán cientos de datos interesantes mientras leen. ¿Sabías que los elefantes marinos pueden contener la respiración bajo el agua durante más de una hora, o que la planta acuática Victoria Cruiziana puede soportar el peso de un adulto, o que el reptil basílisco (teterete) puede correr sobre el agua?Descubre la ciencia de cómo las plantas han aprendido a vivir, alimentarse y respirar en el agua y echa un vistazo a los desafíos únicos de los diferentes ecosistemas, las características de los ríos, lagos, humedales y más. Contiene un índice visual lleno de información de referencia, con el tamaño y hábitat de cada especie.Con una elegante cinta marcapáginas y detalles dorados en la portada y en los bordes, 'Maravillas del mundo acuático' es un regalo atractivo para cualquier niño que le encante el mundo natural, ideal para que los más pequeños exploren por sí mismos o para leer cuentos a la hora de acostarse. Desde tiburones y peces vela hasta juncos y escarabajos, hay algo para todos en esta celebración de todas las cosas acuáticas.From the deepest, widest ocean to the tiniest puddle, this beautiful compendium takes young readers on an enthralling journey through the aquatic world, meeting amazing animals, ingenious plants, and much more along the way. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each lifeform, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that elephant seals that can hold their breath underwater for more than an hour, or that the Victoria Amazonica water lily can support the weight of an adult, or that the brown basilisk reptile can run across water?Discover the science of how plants have learned to live, feed, and breathe in water, and take a look at the unique challenges of distinct ecosystems on feature spreads about rivers, lakes, wetlands, and more. There&’s also a visual index, packed with reference information including the size and location of each species.With foil on the cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon for keeping your place, 'Maravillas del mundo acuático' makes an attractive gift for any child who can&’t get enough of the natural world – and it&’s perfect for young readers to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories. From sharks and sailfish, to bulrushes and beetles, there&’s something for everyone in this celebration of all things aquatic.Puppies (Idiot's Guides)
Par Connie Swaim, Debra Eldredge. 2014
Idiot's Guides: Puppies is a beautiful, full-color book with dozens of photos and step-by-step instructions to help any new pet…
owner make the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Tips on choosing a puppy, preparing for the new family member's arrival, nutrition, sleep, housetraining, medical care, socialization, and more, are included in this fun and helpful guide.Este libro bellamente ilustrado destaca a animales de todas las épocas de la historia: animales perdidos por la extinción, animales…
que pensamos que habíamos perdido pero que hemos recuperado, y animales que son el foco de los esfuerzos de conservación en todo el mundo.'El libro de los animales insólitos' proporciona información sobre eventos de extinción y las diferentes posibles causas (tanto naturales como provocadas por la presencia humana), y analiza cómo puede relacionarse con el mundo de hoy de una manera fácilmente entendida. El libro también incluye información sobre todo el increíble trabajo que se está haciendo en todo el mundo para evitar una pérdida adicional de especies (tanto de flora como de fauna), especies que se han salvado de la extinción, historias increíbles de especies descubiertas que se pensó durante mucho tiempo que estaban perdidas, historias positivas de reintroducción y lo que nosotros como humanos estamos haciendo y podemos seguir haciendo.This beautifully illustrated book will shine a spotlight on animals throughout history and in the present—animals lost to extinction, animals we thought we&’d lost but have found, and animals that are the focus of conservation efforts all over the world.'El libro de los animales insólitos' gives information about extinction events and the different possible causes of extinction (natural as well as human-made), and discusses how it may relate to the world today in an easily understood way. The book also includes information on all the incredible work that is happening around the world to prevent any further loss of species (both flora and fauna), species that have been saved from extinction, incredible stories of uncovering species long thought to have been extinct, positive stories of reintroduction, and what we as humans are doing and can continue to do.Explore the miracles of the microscopic world.Find out all about the unique and beautiful kingdoms of life at a microscopic…
scale and how every organism meets the challenges of survival no matter its size. The perfect book for people who enjoy photography, nature and biology.Inside the pages of this exciting educational nature book, you&’ll find: • Microscopic life-forms (often neglected), and their life-forms in extreme close-ups, revealing details such as nerve cells and hair follicles. • Artworks support the beautiful images, providing a deeper insight into structure and function and building a picture of how living organisms work at a microscopic level. • Comprehensive coverage of the natural world, including all the main groups of living things. • Explores overlooked groups that have a huge role in the natural world: insects, which make up 80% of the world&’s animal species, and bacteria — of which there are more in a human mouth than there are people in the world. • The book is organized according to the main functions of life: movement, reproduction, energy and feeding, sensing the surroundings, defense, etc. • Optional 80-page section containing a catalog of the major kingdoms of life. The beauty of nature under a microscopeExplore the inhabitants of an invisible world in incredible detail with this book, which contains macro photography and spectacular microscope imagery. You'll have so much information about the hidden world of intricate structures beyond the naked eye. From the tiniest spiders and insects to even microscopic creatures like bacteria and viruses, this book contains it all!See the beauty of a pollen grain, a butterfly egg, the spore of a fungus and a human&’s nerve cell in extreme close up. The amazing imagery in Micro Life contains focus-stacked macro photographs and micrographs (microscope images), including scanning electron micrographs. Illustrations in this book explain the science — from the workings of an insect&’s eye to how a plant &“breathes&” through its leaves. Micro Life is an unexpectedly breathtaking look at the natural world. Find out how life works and how organisms solve the fundamental problems of movement, reproduction, energy, communication and defense. This book belongs on the bookshelves of schools, libraries and homes for those interested in photography, nature or biology.Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month By Month: Everything You Need To Know At Each Stage Of Development (Your Puppy Month by Month)
Par Debra Eldredge, Terry Albert. 2016
Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month-by-Month provides new puppy owners with everything you need to know and do at each stage…
of development to make sure your playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Expert authors Terry Albert, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have and may not think to ask, including: What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home. Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. What do to when your puppy cries at night. Why and how to crate train your puppy. When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does. When your puppy is ready to learn basic commands-like Sit, Stay, and Come-and the best way to teach them. When and how to go about leash training. How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn't. When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. How and how often to bath your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. How to know what requires a trip to the vet and what doesn't. What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.