Learn how to persuade cats―the world’s most skeptical and cautious negotiators―with this primer on rhetoric and argument from the New York Times bestselling author of Thank You for Arguing! Cats are skilled manipulators who can talk you into just about anything without a single word (or maybe a meow or two). They can get you to drop whatever you’re doing and play with them. They can make you serve their dinner way ahead of... more...

Mary Carlson didn't start out to become a veterinarian, let alone the owner and caretaker of cats (many), dogs (two, both huskies), and horses (some with manners, some without) in Colorado. She was a suburban Chicago girl; all she knew of the American West came from the stories her uncle, who had settled in northern Colorado, told her during his annual visits. But thanks to him, she ended up moving to Fort Collins, Colorado for college―and after... more...

If you've ever had a pet, you would have, at least once, come home after a bad day and said, 'I wish I was like you. You're always so happy!' Gilles Moutounet had never been interested in animals, but when Skottï, a cute springer spaniel, joined the family, Gilles was surprised to find how much his life was transformed for the better. In this book, Gilles shares the wise lessons he learned from observing Skottï, including living in... more...

Mediterranean Diet: The Complete Beginner's Guide To Weight Loss & Healthy Living + 7 Day Meal Plan & Recipes **BONUS** Buy a paperback copy of this book NOW and you will get the Kindle version Absolutely FREE via Kindle Matchbook. The Mediterranean diet is comprised of food that comes from an expansive region including Spain, southern Italy, Greece, Monaco, France, Turkey, and parts of the Middle East. This means that there are nearly endless... more...

Is your dog happy? How do you know? What motivates your dog and how can you make sure you're being a good human to your furry companion? Any dog owner likes to think their dog is happy but a recent study about dogs being hugged shows that many people interpret the signs incorrectly and don't know how to recognise anxiety in their animal. Making Dogs Happy is an illustrated handbook to getting to know your dog better for a happy and fulfilled household.... more...

In American history, animals are everywhere. They are a ubiquitous presence in myriad historical, literary, biographical, scientific and other documents and narratives of the American past - a past that, just like the present, was characterized by a multiplicity of relations between humans and other animals, ranging from intimate co-existence to outright violence. While such quintessentially 'American' species as the bison, mustang or grizzly continue... more...

Meet Pal, a lovable Terrier that could easily be your dog. For those of us who hope in the resurrection day, what hope is there for our pets? JoAnne Callaway shares a canine perspective on reaching heaven that will give you bright hope in your darkest hour. Whether you've lost human loved ones or canine family, this bright tale of the dog afterlife will give you much needed comfort. If you struggle to figure out how to grapple with the loss of your... more...

Do you ever wonder if there's a soul link between you and your pet? What if they could talk? What would they say? Do you ever pray that when your pet dies it isn't the end for them and that one day, somehow, you'll see them again? Do you believe that your pets go to heaven? In this book Jenny Smedley explores the many spiritual aspects of animals, with tips on how to achieve closer communication with your pet, stories of pets that have returned after... more...

For all the love and attention we give dogs,  much of what they do remains mysterious. Just think about different behaviors you see at a dog park: We have a good understanding of what it means when dogs wag their tails—but what about when they sniff and roll on a stinky spot? Why do they play tug-of-war with one dog, while showing their bellies to another? Why are some dogs shy, while others are bold? What goes on in dogs’ heads... more...

A cat’s-eye view of maritime history We remember the bold seafarers of yore—from Magellan to Shackleton—for their extraordinary exploits: new lands discovered, storms weathered, and battles won. But somehow history has neglected the stalwart, hardworking species who made it all possible . . . yes, the noble cat! In Seafurrers, able sea cat Bart sets the record straight at last. “Fear of water” aside, cats were... more...