Download or read book Dogs of Dreamtime written by Karen Shanley and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When does a dog’s behavior become too dangerous for even the most loving person to accept? Karen Shanley tackles this question in lyrical prose and brings to life her relationships with three very different dogs: Kiera, Molly, and Magic, who all manage to capture Shanley’s heart. Dogs of Dreamtime makes readers take a long, hard look at what matters most in life,and what does not—what can and cannot be controlled. This is a touching story that will stay with readers forever.

Download or read book The Australian Shepherd Judging Compendium written by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor and published by . This book was released on 2019-01-24 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Australian Shepherd Judging Compendium, An Illustrated Workbook for judges and non-judges alike by the award-winning author, of All About Aussies: The Australian Shepherd From A to Z. "The Australian Shepherd, Judging Compendium" by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor is an illustrated workbook that reviews not only the breed standard and how it is interpreted but illustrates the breed standard with text and carefully selected pictures that help the reader see the importance of each trait as it is discussed. The Compendium begins with a review of breed history as a herding breed to modern day usage. This workbook also provides the reader with good insight and understanding of why structure and gait are important to its function. Each chapter explains a section of the breed standard followed by a quiz that is used to make the reader think.The text is easy to read and carefully written with a good analysis of unique traits that are described in the breed standard. The illustrations of each trait give the reader good insight into why the breed standard requires certain body proportions and what is considered correct breed type, movement and character. The Compendium makes clear that herding sheep, cattle and other animals requires strong herding and guardian instincts coupled with versatile skills which are required of a dog that must be easy to train. All of these traits are carefully described.I would recommend this judging compendium to anyone who is seriously interested in a better understanding of the Australian Shepherd breed. - Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia, a highly respected AKC Judge, author, lecturer and world-renowned canine expert.

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 Zak George s Dog Training Revolution written by Zak George and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016-06-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!

Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul Stay at Home Moms written by Jack Canfield and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-03-20 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With stories by famous moms, including Jane Green, Melora Hardin, Liz Lange, Jodi Picoult, and Jill Kargman, and stories on other moms who elected to stay at home or work from home, every stay-at-home and work-from-home mom will view this book as having been written just for her! A reissue of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Power Moms, this book contains 101 great stories from mothers who have made the choice to stay home, or work from home, while raising their families, These multi-tasking, high-performing women have become today’s power mom. Every stay-at-home and work-from-home mom will view this book as having been written just for her.

Download or read book Misdiagnosed written by Jody Berger and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-09-23 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Berger movingly details her journey to healing. Her indefatigable quest...underscores the fact that there is no such thing as one size fits all in medicine."—Gayatri Devi, MD, clinical associate professor, NYU School of Medicine, and author of A Calm Brain Taking charge of your health has never been so important as it is today. Jody Berger has discovered this first hand: at forty-three, the award-winning journalist and marathoner sees a doctor about a minor tingling sensation in her hands and feet. One MRI later, she is diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and told to pick a drug and accept her fate. Instead Jody starts asking questions—only to receive a different diagnosis from each specialist she turns to, from vitamin deficiencies to metal toxicity to depression. In this powerful, witty, and eye-opening account of her misadventures from misdiagnosis to miraculous recovery, Jody offers insightful tips on how to ask doctors the right questions to get the answers and treatment you need, listen to your body, and choose health over illness. After all, while we can't always heal, we can always take control of our health and ourselves—starting now. "In this compelling, beautifully written book, Jody Berger offers an empowering look at the importance of finding the strength and confidence to take charge of your health."—Mary Shomon, New York Times bestselling author and patient advocate

Download or read book It All Comes out in the Wash written by May Dilles and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People get ready, Theres a train acomin. Its picking up passengers coast to coast. All you need is faith to hear the diesels humming. You dont need no ticket, you just get on board. May Dilles took a little ride on that very train. God was on it too, in His bad outfit. This is the story of her remarkable journey, the events leading to that train ride that forever changed her life, and what happened next.

Download or read book It s Not Easy Being A Woman written by Esther Pearlman and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2007-12-18 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You Can't Keep a Good Woman Down! It's not easy being a woman . . . there are way too many things to do and way too many people who want to make your life difficult. But Esther Pearlman finds that no matter where life takes her - whether it's to the antagonistic local deli, the over-priced plastic surgeon's office, or the harrowingly narrow streets of Madrid - a sense of humor will save the day! Join Esther as she walks us through her life and finds something to make you smile in the most unusual places . . . . Remembering growing up poor, she views her previous lack of fashionable attire, weird packed lunches, and father's embarrassing vehicle choices with fondness. . At the orthodontist, he fixes her teeth, so she decides to try to fix his love life. . A lover of shopping in her adult life, Esther encounters unusual sales techniques and odd-ball fashion tips. . As a movie extra on the sets of Father of the Bride and Naked Gun II, she finds plenty of entertainment off-screen. . Calling her husband "my partner in crime," Esther sees that miscommunication can at least be turned into some good comic material. Having a bad day? Pick up Esther's book for a boost and soon you'll be agreeing with her personal philosophy. "You can't keep a good woman down," she writes, "because a woman is needed everywhere." And no matter where Esther Pearlman is, you'll find that it's fun seeing life through her eyes. When she's not busy chatting about the absurdities of life, Esther Pearlman likes to express herself through the arts. She is the co-author of Oh Canada! Lessons in Patience in the Canadian Rockies and a contributor to the anthology Chopped Liver for the American Spirit. Also a painter inspired by Van Gogh, Gauguin and others, Esther once painted with her shoes. She and her husband Martin do their shtick in Santa Monica, California. By Robin Quinn

Download or read book You Will Be Sane written by Elena Dror and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2024-02-08 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Domestic abuse is a term Elena never thought, in a million years, she would ever be able to apply to her personal life. She is a smart, educated woman. Independent, strong, and confident, and could never understand how a woman would stay in a relationship with a man that was hurting her or - worse - hurting her children. But she was that woman. For 10 years, Elena was married to a man that belittled, degraded, isolated her...and hit her children. There are many other women that have been in similar situations, and situations so much worse than hers, whether they lasted less than a year or more than 30. They are all a part of a club they never wanted to join: domestic abuse. This is not a story meant to draw tears to your eyes or well up pity in your heart. This is a story of faith, strength, and perseverance. This is a story to help break down the stereotypes and misconceptions of what “kind of woman” ends up in a situation like Elena’s, and how there is a loving Savior who desires healing and grace for our lives. This is not a pretty story (domestic abuse never is) but hang in there as you travel with Elena through the ashes of abuse into the beauty of God’s freedom. Discover how you (or someone you know) can find freedom and healing through Christ; of how He can restore your soul. If you are in or have escaped domestic abuse, take heart, friend: You will be sane.

Download or read book Pack Up the Moon written by Kristan Higgins and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-08 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They used to joke about it. Like many brilliant scientists, Josh sometimes had trouble remembering things that needed doing in the “real” world—like buying groceries, eating regular meals, and talking to people. But he was happy to have his beloved wife, Lauren, remind him with her “honey do” lists. He just never realized how much he would need one when she was gone. Being a widower is not something Joshua Park ever expected. Given his solitary job, small circle of friends and family, and the social awkwardness he’s always suffered from, Josh has no idea how to negotiate this new, unwanted phase of life. But Lauren had a plan to keep him moving forward. A plan hidden in the letters she leaves him, giving him a task for every month in the year after her death. A plan that leads Joshua with a loving hand on a journey through grief, anger, and denial. It’s a journey that will take Joshua from his first outing as a widower to buy groceries…to an attempt at a dinner party where his lack of experience hosting creates a comic disaster…to finding a new best friend while weeping in the dressing room of a clothing store. As his grief makes room for new friendships and experiences, Joshua learns Lauren’s most valuable lesson: The path to happiness doesn’t follow a straight line. Funny, sometimes heart-wrenching, and always uplifting, this novel from New York Times bestselling author Kristan Higgins illuminates how life’s greatest joys are often hiding in plain sight.

Download or read book Trespass written by Amy Irvine and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2009-03-31 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Trespass might as well be Desert Solitaire's literary heir . . . It's hard to imagine a personal history more transporting that this one."—Judith Lewis, Los Angels Times Book Review Trespass is the story of one woman's struggle to gain footing in inhospitable territory. A wilderness activist and apostate Mormon, Amy Irvine sought respite in the desert outback of southern Utah's red-rock country after her father's suicide, only to find out just how much of an interloper she was among her own people. But more than simply an exploration of personal loss, Trespass is an elegy for a dying world, for the ruin of one of our most beloved and unique desert landscapes and for our vanishing connection to it. Fearing what her father's fate might somehow portend for her, Irvine retreated into the remote recesses of the Colorado Plateau—home not only to the world's most renowned national parks but also to a rugged brand of cowboy Mormonism that stands in defiant contrast to the world at large. Her story is one of ruin and restoration, of learning to live among people who fear the wilderness the way they fear the devil and how that fear fuels an antagonism toward environmental concerns that pervades the region. At the same time, Irvine mourns her own loss of wildness and disconnection from spirituality, while ultimately discovering that the provinces of nature and faith are not as distinct as she once might have believed.

Download or read book Christianity and Gestalt Therapy written by Philip Brownell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-06-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christianity and Gestalt Therapy is a unique integration written for psychotherapists who want to better understand their Christian clients and Christian counselors who want a clinically sound approach that embraces Christian spirituality. This book explores critical concepts in phenomenology and how they relate to both gestalt therapy and Christianity. Using mixed literary forms that include poetry and story, this book provides a window into gestalt therapy for Christian counselors interested in learning how the gestalt therapeutic model can be incorporated into their beliefs and practices. It explores the tension in psychology and psychotherapy between a rigid naturalism and an enchanted take on life. A rich mix of theory, philosophy, theology, and practice, Christianity and Gestalt Therapy is an important resource for therapists working with Christian patients.

Download or read book Beyond the Mountain written by Kalli Deschamps and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shadows of the past return to blanket the lives of the family who live in the ranch below the mountain. One tragedy after another threatens not only their lives but their lifestyle as well. The two young officers from the sheriffs department assigned to guard their lives cast a ray of light through the clouds to let the brilliance of the mountain shine through.

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Download or read book The Other Side of the Pulpit written by Susie Scheyder and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2006-03 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scheyder, wife of a pastor and mother of five, offers a light look at life and ministry in this book, which is illustrated by her teenage son, Jacob. (Practical Life)

Download or read book Crapperology written by Michael A. Moriarty and published by LifeRich Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While taking care of business, read about Acronyms, Idioms, Clichés, and Etymology of words and phrases.

Download or read book Surviving America written by Larry Charles Peterson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2012-07-24 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Surviving America is a true story, an autobiography, of Larry Charles Peterson. Through the years Larry has had the hard luck experiencing bad things right during a time when America was experiencing similar hard luck. A professional victim of sorts, Mr. Peterson tells how he dealt with each situation. It's a good entertaining, honest read.