Download or read book The Dog Merchants written by Kim Kavin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-05-03 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In what promises to become an "Omnivore's Dilemma" for dog lovers—breed devotees and adoption advocates alike—The Dog Merchants is the first book to explain the complex and often surprisingly similar business practices that extend from the American Kennel Club to local shelters, from Westminster champions to dog auctions.Without judging dog lovers of any stripe, The Dog Merchants makes it clear that money spent among these dog merchants has real-world effects on people and canines. Kavin reveals how dog merchants create markets for dogs, often in defiance of the usual rules of supply and demand. She takes an investigative approach and meets breeders and rescuers at all levels, shedding much-needed light on an industry that most people don't even realize is an industry.Kavin’s goal is to advance the conversation about how all dogs are treated, from puppy mills to high-kill shelters. She shows that a great deal can be improved by understanding the business practices behind selling dogs of all kinds. Instead of pitting rescue and purebred people against each other, The Dog Merchants shows how all dog lovers can come together, with one voice as consumers, on behalf of all our beloved companions.
Download or read book Pedigree Dog Breeding For Pleasure Or Profit written by Jocelyn Lucas and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-10-25 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1925. The author was a well known breeder of sporting dogs and terriers. The well illustrated book contains many detailed chapters: Dog Breeding for Profit - Choosing a Breed - Kennel Management - Showing - The Stud Dog - Breeding - Mendelism - Pre-arranging the sex of puppies - Telegony and Pre-natal Influence - Influence of Sex in Breeding - Simple Remedies - Terrier Breeds - Gundog Breeds - Sporting and Hounds - Non Sporting and Toy Dogs - Where to Buy a Dog etc etc. Many of the earliest dog books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Download or read book Breeding Better Dogs written by Julie T. Cecere and published by 5m Books Ltd. This book was released on 2023-11-07 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breeding Better Dogs: Genetics and Reproduction delves into the biology of managing reproduction in dogs, from mating to whelping and the first few weeks of life. It also delves into the genetic management of dog breeds and selection procedures to aid breeders in producing sound, useful dogs. The book includes: details of managing the genetic structure of breeds and genetic management of individual breeding programs details of managing dogs that are used for breeding details of mating dogs, managing pregnancies and whelping This book is an excellent resource for dog breeders. Providing an accessible approach to a complex subject, Breeding Better Dogs breaks down into digestible chunks the essential information for understanding the subject at a broad level. 5m Books
Download or read book Money Making Opportunities for Teens Who Like Pets and Animals written by Paula Johanson and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2013-07-15 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this easy-to-follow guide, readers are given creative ways to earn money working with animals in rural, suburban, and urban areas, such as at dude ranches, parks, wilderness trails, farms, animal hospitals, marinas, stables, kennels, and animal rescue centers. Those who love working with animals discover they can find jobs at breeders, slaughterhouses, historic replica villages, and animal rehabilitation centers, and can work as dog handlers, bird watchers, nature guides, pet caregivers, animal couriers, and animal trainers, among other positions. This insightful volume provides teens with practical ways to make a business plan, set goals, and promote their entrepreneurial skills in building on their interests in working with pets and animals and parlaying them into a lifelong and profitable career. Besides hands-on money-making tips, readers learn the benefits of volunteering and being a part of citizen science and animal activism for biodiversity, environmental justice, and green groups.
Download or read book The Little Secrets to Big Joy written by Alakananda Pramanik and published by Booksclinic Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-19 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "‘The Little Secrets to Big Joy’ is a collection of 25 short stories, 30 inspiring quotes, and 1 poem. Each story expresses the shades of life that someone, somewhere has experienced, and ends with a strong motivating and positive message. The stories are touching, emotional, and thought-provoking. The Author-cum-Storyteller has deeply studied the incidents happening in our lives. She has conceptualized and compiled the thought-provoking stories and inspiring quotes in this book. Life is all about experiencing the moments and painting them with your colors. Every moment enwraps some lessons; it depends on how you interpret. The perfection of life doesn’t exist; it is up to us how we accept, ponder, and shape it. Understanding the little secrets from these life experiences shapes up the big joys in our life, and this is where the stories and quotes in this book help the readers. The book has collected the tiny gems of life to form a treasure of happiness and life as well. These stories are already available in the form of videos by the Author-cum-Storyteller that have not only inspired the people but also brought a positive change in their lives. The stories have very deeply connected and touched the core of everyone’s heart. What more could have been best than to make these stories available to people in the form of a book that they can treasure and read to find joys and happiness in life.
Download or read book The Complete Dog Book written by American Kennel Club and published by . This book was released on 1947 with total page 793 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Advanced Canine Reproduction and Puppy Care written by Myra Savant Harris and published by Dogwise Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Answers to common questions and unusual problems encountered even by experienced breeders: Use sunlight to improve breeding results; avoiding C-sections; make AI more successful and much more from a breeder and lecturer who has "been there."
Download or read book Breeding Dogs For Dummies written by Richard G. Beauchamp and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-04-27 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: So what’s the big deal about breeding purebreds? You put two compatible dogs alone together in a room, lower the lights, put a Barry White CD on the stereo and voila, two months later you’ve got yourself a litter of purebreds—and the rest is gravy, right? Not quite. Simply breeding dogs takes considerable space, time, and capital. Consistently breeding mentally and physically sound purebreds, on the other hand, is a labor of love that involves all of the above and a whole lot more. If you really love dogs then you need to consult with an expert on the many responsibilities, rules, and regulations dog breeding entails before you take the leap. And that’s where Breeding Dogs For Dummies comes in. Written by Rick Beauchamp, professional breeder, exhibitor, and author of numerous books on the care and feeding of purebred dogs, Breeding Dogs For Dummies fills you in on every facet of the business. Packed with priceless insider tips and expert advice and guidance, it tells you what you need to know to: Decide whether dog breeding is really for you Choose the right breed for you Create the best possible breeding environment for your dogs Establish a breeding program Find the right breeding stock Comply with all government and AKC regulations Care for and socialize your pups Find the right owners for your dogs Explore what it takes to start a breeding program that will ensure your dogs’ health and enhance their lineage for fun and profit. Topics covered in detail include: Selecting breeding stock and keeping track of breed types Understanding purebred genetics and genotype characteristics Finding and selecting the right stud dog and brood bitch Prenatal care, whelping, and raising puppies Running a successful dog breeding business—including tips on budgeting, taxes, registration, charting, planning litters, transactions, sales contracts, and more Breeding puppies involves many responsibilities, but it can also be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding experiences of your life. Make sure that it is—order a copy of Breeding Dogs For Dummies today.
Download or read book The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog written by Ann Seranne and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-11-19 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Back by popular demand the only breeding book endorsed by top breeders "There are many books on breeding dogs, but Ann's book is so on-target and comprehensive that it has become a bible among successful breeders. The news that Howell is making this modern classic available again is to the benefit of both new and future generations of aspiring breeders." -- From the new Foreword by Wendell J. Sammet, The American Kennel Club's first Breeder of the Year (2002) The bible of quality dog breeding, The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog is a must-have for novice and veteran breeders alike, covering everything from developing a viable breeding program to genetics to whelping, raising, and socializing puppies. Written in easy-to-understand language by renowned dog breeder Ann Seranne, this classic takes you step by step through the entire process of breeding a successful litter, from the moment of conception to a dog's first show. You'll see how to select a method of breeding, evaluate your own breeding stock and the potential of a litter, avoid the pitfalls of whelping, and properly care for the litter until the puppies are ready to go to their new homes. Ann Seranne's deep love of dogs, her vast knowledge, and her expertise make this the only guide you will ever need to become a successful breeder.
Download or read book Newton s Football written by Allen St. John and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2013-11-19 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the bestselling tradition of Freakonomics and Scorecasting comes a clever and accessible look at the big ideas underlying the science of football. Did you hear the one about the MacArthur genius physicist and the NFL coach? It’s not a joke. It’s actually an innovative way to understand chaos theory, and the remarkable complexity of modern professional football. In Newton’s Football, journalist and New York Times bestselling author Allen St. John and TED Speaker and former Yale professor Ainissa Ramirez explore the unexpected science behind America’s Game. Whether it’s Jerry Rice finding the common ground between quantum physics and the West Coast offense or an Ivy League biologist explaining—at a granular level—exactly how a Big Mac morphs into an outside linebacker, Newton’s Football illuminates football—and science—through funny, insightful stories told by some of the world’s sharpest minds. With a clear-eyed empirical approach—and an exuberant affection for the game—St. John and Ramirez address topics that have long beguiled scientists and football fans alike, including: • the unlikely evolution of the football (or, as they put it, “The Divinely Random Bounce of the Prolate Spheroid”) • what Vince Lombardi has in common with Isaac Newton • how the hardwired behavior of monkeys can explain a head coach’s reluctance to go for it on fourth-down • why a gruesome elevator accident jump-started the evolution of placekicking • how Teddy Roosevelt saved football using the same behavioral science concept that Dreamworks would use to save Shrek • why woodpeckers don’t get concussions • how better helmets actually made the game more dangerous Every Sunday the NFL shares a secret with only its savviest fans: The game isn’t just a clash of bodies, it’s a clash of ideas. The greatest minds in football have always possessed an instinctual grasp of science, understanding the big ideas and gritty realities that inform the game’s rich past, as well as its increasingly uncertain future. Blending smart reporting, counterintuitive creativity, and compelling narrative, Newton’s Football takes gridiron analysis to the next level, giving fans a book that entertains, enlightens, and explains the game anew. Praise for Newton’s Football “It was with great interest that I read Newton’s Football. I’m a fan of applying of science to sport and Newton’s Football truly delivers. The stories are as engaging as they are informative. This is a great read for all football fans.”—Mark Cuban “A delightfully improbable book putting science nerds and sports fans on the same page.”—Booklist “This breezily-written but informative book should pique the interest of any serious football fan in the twenty-first century.”—The American Spectator “The authors have done a worthy job of combining popular science and sports into a work that features enough expertise on each topic to satisfy nerds and jocks alike. . . . The writers succeed in their task thanks to in-depth scientific knowledge, a wonderful grasp of football’s past and present, interviews with a wide array of experts, and witty prose. . . . [Newton’s Football is] fun and thought-provoking, proving that football is a mind game as much as it is a ball game.”—Publishers Weekly
Download or read book The Other End of the Leash written by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D. and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2009-02-19 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.
Download or read book Dog Breeders Professional Secrets written by Sylvia Smart and published by Dogwise Publishing. This book was released on 2008-08 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Becoming a dog breeder is a significant undertaking. There is so much more you need to know than just how to whelp and raise puppies. Dog Breeders Professional Secrets tells you what it takes to be a successful and ethical dog breeder." -- Back cover.
Download or read book The Gang and Beyond written by S. Hallsworth and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book challenges the widely held conjecture that gangs represent 'the new face of youth crime', repudiating claims which situate the gang at the heart of sexual violence, mass shooting and control of the illegal drugs trade and examining how better we might understand the violence of the street and the organisations that inhabit it.
Download or read book The Complete Guide to Treeing Walker Coonhounds written by Ann Jayne and published by LP Media Inc. This book was released on 2021-08-27 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experienced TWC owner Ann Jayne has written a comprehensive guidebook on Treeing Walker Coonhounds that gives the new owner a peek inside what life is really like living with a Walker Coonhound! As a longtime Treeing Walker Coonhound owner, Ann Jayne uses stories from Casey and Bowie, her own two Walker Coonhounds, to illustrate and narrate the unique quirks of living with this happy-go-lucky breed. Learn, laugh, and fall in love with the Treeing Walker Coonhound as you read along, learning everything you need to know as a new TWC owner. Find answers to all your TWC questions (and many you hadn't even thought to ask!) in the pages of this book. Topics include: Selecting the right TWC for you and your family Preparing for a puppy or adopted older Coonhound Proper nutrition for all stages of life Training a Walker, basic to advanced TWC specific health issues and prevention Caring for an older Coonhound If you are curious about the Treeing Walker Coonhound, want to learn about the Treeing Walker Coonhound, thinking about adding a Treeing Walker Coonhound to your family, or have already decided to add a Treeing Walker Coonhound to your family, this book is for you. The Complete Guide to Treeing Walker Coonhounds is just that. In the pages of this guidebook, you will discover the fascinating world of the Treeing Walker Coonhound, from puppyhood to senior citizen. This book shares firsthand experiences and stories of what happens when you add a Treeing Walker Coonhound to your family. You will learn such things as how to select your Treeing Walker Coonhound, how to train it, and what to feed it. You will also find out just how intelligent, loveable, loyal and even goofy the Treeing Walker Coonhound is. This hound dog will rock your world!
Download or read book Pure bred Dogs American Kennel Gazette written by and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 1356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book The Dog Fancier written by Eugene Glass and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 654 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
