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Letters with Smokie: Blindness and More-than-Human Relations
Par 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.Saving the Night: How Light Pollution Is Harming Life on Earth (Orca Footprints #26)
Par Stephen Aitken. 2023
Key Selling Points Light pollution is threatening the survival of plants and animals all over the world and the ecosystems…
they depend on. For example, millions of migratory birds die every year because of light pollution. More than 80 percent of the world lives under skyglow from artificial lights. Two-thirds of the U.S. population and more than one-half of the European population can't see the Milky Way with the naked eye. The skyglow from Los Angeles can be seen by a plane 500 miles away. Light pollution and artificial lights like LEDs have a detrimental effect on human health and upsets our circadian rhythm. It has also been linked to some cancers. Plants and animals have adapted to live in darkness over millions of years. Darkness is as necessary as daylight for their survival. Stephen Aitken is a biologist and the author ofListen Up , also in the Orca Footprints series.Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia
Par Matt Read, Luis Campoy, Berit Fischer. 2024
Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Explore regional techniques for anesthesia and analgesia in dogs and cats in this thoroughly…
expanded and revised edition of the most comprehensive book on the topic Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia, Second Edition expands and updates the information in the first edition, making this a truly comprehensive and practical reference for regional anesthetic techniques in dogs and cats. Written by leading international experts in the field, this book provides an authoritative yet practical guide to using ultrasound-guided local and regional anesthesia techniques in clinical practice. Grounded in the latest scientific literature, the book presents a wealth of new or updated information, and incorporates a logical, standardized format and high-quality color images, making it easier and faster to find information about each block. Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia, Second Edition: Provides an expanded and updated new edition of this practical, clinically-oriented resource, with step-by-step details for each procedureFeatures more images to support the visual aspect of learning that is necessary when using ultrasound to perform locoregional anesthesiaHas been reorganized to present information based on the individual technique, rather than the general anatomical region of the body Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia, Second Edition is a must-have reference for veterinary practitioners and specialists.Elephant Tourism in Nepal: Historical Perspectives, Current Health and Welfare Challenges, and Future Directions
Par Dr Michelle Szydlowski. 2024
A study of elephant tourism in Nepal from its origins in the 1960s to the present day, this book examines…
the challenges faced by captive elephants. Used as human conveyance, on anti-poaching patrol teams, as rescue vehicles, and in forestry service, elephants have worked with and for humans for hundreds of years. However, the use of elephants in tourism is a fairly new development within Nepal. Because the health and welfare of tourism elephants is vital to the conservation of wild individuals, this book offers an assessment of captive elephant needs and an examination of their existing welfare statuses. Numerous NGOS and INGOs are now active in elephant lives, and numerous advocacy organizations have arisen with the goal of changing tourism practices and improving captive elephant welfare. This book seeks to examine the motivations of these NGOs and INGOs, and to consider their ethical approaches to elephant health and welfare. Are the motivations of these organizations similar enough to work together towards a common goal, or are their ethical norms so different that they get in one another's way? Using an ordinary language and ethics framework, this text aims to identify the norms of cultures and organisations and reframe them in ways which may allow for more successful interactions.The Open Heart Club: A Story about Birth and Death and Cardiac Surgery
Par Gabriel Brownstein. 2019
This absorbing and poignant book is not merely the story of one writer's flawed heart. It is a history of…
cardiac medicine, a candid personal journey, and a profound reflection on mortality.Born in 1966 with a congenital heart defect known as the tetralogy of Fallot, Gabriel Brownstein entered the world just as doctors were learning to operate on conditions like his. He received a life-saving surgery at five years old, and since then has ridden wave after wave of medical innovation, a series of interventions that have kept his heart beating.The Open Heart Club is both a memoir of a life on the edge of medicine's reach and a history of the remarkable people who have made such a life possible. It begins with the visionary anatomists of the seventeenth century, tells the stories of the doctors (all women) who invented pediatric cardiology, and includes the lives of patients and physicians struggling to understand the complexities of the human heart. The Open Heart Club is a riveting work of compassionate storytelling, a journey into the dark hinterlands between sickness and health lit by bright moments of humor and inspiration.Is This a House for Hermit Crab?
Par Megan McDonald. 2024
Follow a hermit crab on the perilous journey to replace his outgrown shell in this classic picture book by the…
author of the popular Judy Moody and Stink series.Hermit Crab has outgrown his shell, and it&’s time for a new home to keep him safe from predators. The beach is strewn with possible choices, but none are quite right. A rock is too heavy; a tin can is too noisy; a fishing net has too many holes. He stepped along the shore,by the sea, in the sand . . .scritch-scratch, scritch-scratchWhen a giant wave sends Hermit Crab careening toward a hungry porcupine fish, will he find a hiding place in time? Katherine Tillotson&’s immersive artwork breathes new life into this classic text by Megan McDonald, beloved author of the Judy Moody series. Brand-new backmatter provides further learning about all things hermit crab.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionA surprising, groundbreaking, and fiercely entertaining medical history that is both a collective narrative of women’s bodies and a call…
to action for a new conversation around women’s health.For as long as medicine has been a practice, women's bodies have been treated like objects to be practiced on: examined and ignored, idealized and sexualized, shamed, subjugated, mutilated, and dismissed. The history of women’s healthcare is a story in which women themselves have too often been voiceless—a narrative instead written from the perspective of men who styled themselves as authorities on the female of the species, yet uninformed by women’s own voices, thoughts, fears, pain and experiences. The result is a cultural and societal legacy that continues to shape the (mis)treatment and care of women.While the modern age has seen significant advancements in the medical field, the notion that female bodies are flawed inversions of the male ideal lingers on—as do the pervasive societal stigmas and lingering ignorance that shape women’s health and relationships with their own bodies.Memorial Sloan Kettering oncologist and medical historian Dr. Elizabeth Comen draws back the curtain on the collective medical history of women to reintroduce us to our whole bodies—how they work, the actual doctors and patients whose perspectives and experiences laid the foundation for today’s medical thought, and the many oversights that still remain unaddressed. With a physician’s knowledge and empathy, Dr. Comen follows the road map of the eleven organ systems to share unique and untold stories, drawing upon medical texts and journals, interviews with expert physicians, as well as her own experience treating thousands of women.Empowering women to better understand ourselves and advocate for care that prioritizes healthy and joyful lives— for us and generations to come—All in Her Head is written with humor, wisdom, and deep scientific and cultural insight. Eye-opening, sometimes enraging, yet always captivating, this shared memoir of women’s medical history is an essential contribution to a holistic understanding and much-needed reclaiming of women’s history and bodies.Never Better: Two Kids, Their Dad, and His Wife's Ghost
Par Gonzalo Riedel. 2024
His wife died before their second son turned one. How can he keep her memory alive when there’s so much…
he wants to forget?There was a time before his wife got sick when Gonzalo could think about other things. They had full lives where death didn’t factor. Where humour was more than a coping mechanism. Life wasn’t all about treatments and recovery, or the emptiness he felt when she died.They had kids together. Young kids. Less than a year after their youngest was born and suddenly he was strapping them both into their car seats to drive to their mother’s funeral.He used to think he was the glue holding the household together. It didn’t take long for him to realize how wrong he’d been. A grieving husband is in no condition to raise kids alone. There were times when he wanted to toss himself into a raging river that would suck him under and bash his skull on the rocks. That’s always an option for another day. For now, he’ll just squash those feelings and drive the kids to daycare.Does it get easier? Of course. But not right away. They say that hope only comes at the end of a long dark journey, but that isn’t entirely true because the journey never really ends. But that means there’s good news: hope is everywhere you look.Animal Minds: What Are They Thinking? (Orca Wild #12)
Par Dana L. Church. 2024
Key Selling Points This book explores the field of animal cognition and introduces readers to the scientists and the experiments…
they use to find out how animals think. Deals with STEM themes, including the scientific method, research, experimentation and also women in science. The book goes beyond facts about animals and explores how animals think. It fosters an appreciation of animals at a deep level: they are thinking beings and are individuals, like humans. The author is an expert in this field. She has a PhD in animal cognition and includes interviews with other scientists to help shape the stories.Eel Science (Fisheries Science Series)
Par Katsumi Tsukamoto, Mari Kuroki, Soichi Watanabe. 2023
This book is a compilation of eel research and fish migration studies for more than 40 years showing the research…
history and recent advances in eel studies. Dr. Katsumi Tsukamoto, the esteemed editor of this book, has been actively involved in eel research as one of the leading scientists in the world for a long time, and he and his team successfully collected the fertilized eggs and spawn-condition adult eels from the wild for the first time in the world. This book compiles the essentials of the scientific findings obtained by the editor and his colleagues and reviews the latest references of eel science. Knowledge and information in the book such as a spawning area survey, research on artificial production of glass eels, the discovery of a new species, etc. will attract the reader’s interest, as these are written based on the authors’ experiences. Readers can obtain a comprehensive understanding of eels from various aspects of eel science including the cultural and socio-economic importance of eels and valuable scientific information using state-of-the-art approaches. The book also endeavors to contribute to the conservation of eel species, some of which have been classified as endangered by the IUCN and to promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.Discover the life of Marie Curie—a story for kids 6 to 9 about discovering big things through hard work Marie…
Curie became one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie was an intelligent girl who studied hard to reach the top of her class. She overcame many challenges, including people who told her she couldn't be a scientist because she was a woman. She didn't let anything stop her, and her important research is still helping people today. Explore how Marie Curie went from being a young girl growing up in Poland to a famous, Nobel Prize-winning scientist. The Story of Marie Curie includes: Helpful glossary—Find easy-to-understand definitions for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Lasting change—See how Marie Curie made the world a better place for future generations. Test your knowledge—Take a fun quiz about the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Marie's life. How will Marie's determination and curiosity inspire you?The IACUC Administrator's Guide to Animal Program Management
Par William G. Greer, Ron E. Banks. 2016
The IACUC Administrator's Guide to Animal Program Management supports IACUC administrators who assist with developing, managing, and overseeing a program…
of animal care and animal use. It provides many options and possibilities for specific operational practices (e.g., how to build a well-functioning IACUC, what a functional protocol tempMan's Best Friend: with an introduction by Clare Balding, the perfect gift for every dog lover
Par The Kennel Club. 2024
WITH A FOREWORD BY CLARE BALDING, THIS BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED BOOK SHOWCASES OUR LOVE OF DOGS THROUGH THE AGES.Beneath the streets…
of London's Mayfair lies an unexpected and extraordinary archive - a collection of over two million dog-related photos and artwork amassed over the last 150 years. The Kennel Club is the oldest and most illustrious such organisation in the world, and its collection of canine curiosities gives a unique insight into the strong bond between humans and dogs from Victorian times onwards. This book showcases 130 unique vintage photos and illustrations, most of which have never been published before, accompanied by text telling the stories behind the images. From moving photos of soldiers' companion dogs in the trenches of the First World War to a rare photogravure of 'Dandy', the winner of the first organised dog show in 1859, this book is an original and stylish gift for dog and art lovers alike.INSIDE THE INCREDIBLE CANINE COLLECTION OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST KENNEL CLUBAround the World in 80 Dogs (Around the World in 80 #5)
Par Kristyna Litten. 2023
What is the oldest breed of dog? Can dogs sniff out illnesses? Which breed has six toes?Including a stunning central…
gatefold that opens out to reveal all 80 dog breeds and where they come from, this book is a visual celebration of the huge variety of dogs found across the world, from those you already know and love to those that may surprise you. As the book takes the reader on a journey around the world, it reveals dogs with the most important jobs, breeds with unusual features, record-breaking dogs and more.Focus spreads will explore subjects such as the canine family, dogs' superpower sense of smell, and how dogs became man's best friend.Man's Best Friend: with an introduction by Clare Balding, the perfect gift for every dog lover
Par The Kennel Club. 2024
WITH A FOREWORD BY CLARE BALDING, THIS BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED BOOK SHOWCASES OUR LOVE OF DOGS THROUGH THE AGES.Beneath the streets…
of London's Mayfair lies an unexpected and extraordinary archive - a collection of over two million dog-related photos and artwork amassed over the last 150 years. The Kennel Club is the oldest and most illustrious such organisation in the world, and its collection of canine curiosities gives a unique insight into the strong bond between humans and dogs from Victorian times onwards. This book showcases 130 unique vintage photos and illustrations, most of which have never been published before, accompanied by text telling the stories behind the images. From moving photos of soldiers' companion dogs in the trenches of the First World War to a rare photogravure of 'Dandy', the winner of the first organised dog show in 1859, this book is an original and stylish gift for dog and art lovers alike.INSIDE THE INCREDIBLE CANINE COLLECTION OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST KENNEL CLUBCat vs Human: Another Dose of Catnip (Cat vs Human #2)
Par Yasmine Surovec. 2013
Cat owners are familiar with those little joys of owning a feline friend: From finding cat hair-covered dresses to creating,…
well, inventive cuddle positions for sleepy time, Yasmine Surovec is all too familiar with the world of a cat lover. In her second collection of Cat vs Human comics, Surovec dives further into the intricacies of cat ownership. Perhaps you've had the pleasure of awakening next to a lovely gift from your cat—such as a dead mouse or hairball—or maybe you understand the necessary pain tolerance that comes from being a scratching post for unclipped claws. Either way, this book is sure to leave you rolling with laughter . . . on your cat hair-infested floor. This collection includes 140 comics from the blog plus 21 new, never-before-seen comics created specifically for this book.Sorry I Barfed on Your Bed: and Other Heartwarming Letters from Kitty
Par Jeremy Greenberg. 2013
Inside Sorry I Barfed on Your Bed, writer and comedian Jeremy Greenberg presents a collection of laugh-out-loud letters and photographs…
that offer a cat's eye view on common feline vs. human cohabitation conundrums. It's the perfect gift for crazy cat lovers and anyone who appreciates hilarious (and so true!) insights into cat—and human—nature, including:Your cat sits on your laptop not just for warmth or attention, but to prevent you from interacting with the outside world. After all, isn&’t the main reason to have a cat so you don&’t have to waste time developing normal human relationships?If you spent a third of your life licking yourself, you too would occasionally forget to stick your tongue back in your face.Eating grass has medicinal purposes, and most cats believe grass should be legalized.The cat feels bad about barfing on your bed…because now it must get to up to go sleep on your clean laundry instead.Through a Window: My Thirty Years with the Chimpanzees of Gombe
Par Jane Goodall. 2010
The renowned British primatologist continues the &“engrossing account&” of her time among the chimpanzees of Gombe, Tanzania (Publishers Weekly). …
In her classic, In the Shadow of Man, Jane Goodall wrote of her first ten years at Gombe. In Through a Window she continues the story, painting a more complete and vivid portrait of our closest relatives. On the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Gombe is a community where the principal residents are chimpanzees. Through Goodall&’s eyes we watch young Figan&’s relentless rise to power and old Mike&’s crushing defeat. We learn how one mother rears her children to succeed and another dooms hers to failure. We witness horrifying murders, touching moments of affection, joyous births, and wrenching deaths. As Goodall compellingly tells the story of this intimately intertwined community, we are shown human emotions stripped to their essence. In the mirror of chimpanzee life, we see ourselves reflected. &“A humbling and exalting book . . . Ranks with the great scientific achievements of the twentieth century.&” —The Washington Post &“[An] absolutely smashing account . . . Thrilling, affectionate, intelligent—a classic.&” —Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewAnimal Welfare in Animal Agriculture: Husbandry, Stewardship, and Sustainability in Animal Production
Par Wilson G. Pond, Fuller W. Bazer, Bernard E. Rollin. 2011
What constitutes animal welfare? With animals being used for companionship, service, research, food, fiber, and by-products, animal welfare is a…
topic of great interest and importance to society. As the world's population continues to increase, a major challenge for society is the maintenance of a strong and viable food system, which is linked to tThe Laboratory Ferret (Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference)
Par C. Andrew Matchett, Rena Marr, Felipe M. Berard, Andrew G. Cawthon, Sonya P. Swing. 2012
Laboratory animals, including ferrets, play an important role in biomedical research and advances. The humane care and management of these…
animals remains an ongoing concern. Published in color to provide greater clarity to the techniques and concepts discussed, The Laboratory Ferret presents basic information and common procedures in detail to pro