Pets & Animal Care

READ BY THE AUTHOR! From the social media superstar behind @SimonSits, Isabel Klee comes an utterly winning memoir about a twentysomething woman’s search for true love in New York City and the dogs who helped her find it. This audiobook is read by Isabel herself! A Jersey girl by birth, Isabel...

The Other End of the Leash shares a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs....

In Your Dog Is Your Mirror, dog trainer Kevin Behan proposes a radical new model for understanding canine behavior: a dog’s behavior and emotion, indeed its very cognition, are driven by our emotion....

Find All Creatures Great and Small: The Warm and Joyful Memoirs of the World's Most Beloved Animal Doctor, read by Nicholas Ralph, star of the new PBS Masterpiece series, on Audible. These are the stories that catapulted James Herriot to literary fame. When this book was first published, it was...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Fourteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by New York Times bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman. Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their...

From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel's Dog Whisperer, the only resource you’ll need for raising a happy, healthy dog. For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their lives–as well as those who have already brought a dog...

The basis for the PBS Masterpiece series and the second volume in the multimillion copy bestselling series. Millions of readers have delighted in the wonderful storytelling and everyday miracles of James Herriot in the fifty years since his animal stories were first introduced to the world. All...

In this illuminating book, brain scientist and horsewoman Janet Jones describes human and equine brains working together. Using plain language, she explores the differences and similarities between equine and human ways of negotiating the world....

Here's a third delightful volume of memoirs rich with James Herriot's own brand of humor, insight, and wisdom, and the basis for the PBS Masterpiece drama....

**This program is read by Nicholas Ralph, star of the PBS Masterpiece series** "Nicholas Ralph's narration is grand. His Yorkshire dialect is as genuine as the pudding, as authentic as it is possible to be while remaining comprehensible." (AudioFile Magazine, Earphones Award Winner) A tie-in...

Is your journey with your reactive dog filled with love, stress, and confusion? Transform it into a rewarding bond, even if you've tried everything and found little success.

“When you ask your horse to do something it should be his idea he wants to do it, he likes to do it, he understands how to do it, and he does it.” These words are typical of the way Ray Hunt expresses his philosophy of the ideal relationship between man and horse.

In this volume, after serving in the RAF in World War II, Herriot gladly returns home to Yorkshire to his beloved family and multitude of patients, with many more tender, funny, sad and wise stories to share with us and warm our hearts....

One of Washington Post’s 5 “Feel-Good Books” of Summer 2024 New York City’s premier “house call veterinarian” takes you into the exclusive penthouses and four-star hotel rooms of the wealthiest New Yorkers and shows that, when it comes to their pets, they are just as neurotic as any...

While grief is a normal, healthy response to losing a beloved pet, it is important to work through its various stages and eventually find a way to move forward.

This book explores the fascinating science of operant conditioning, where science and dog training meet. How Dogs Learn discusses the basic principles of behavior and how they can be used to teach your dog new skills, diagnose problems, and eliminate unwanted behaviors. It's for anyone who wants...

Tired of outdated and ineffective puppy training methods? How to House Train Your Puppy by Sophia Oldsman, M.S., is a compassionate and practical guide for new pet parents who want to housetrain their puppies humanely and efficiently.

In this book, renowned dog trainer Pat Miller gives you the positive training tools you need to ensure that you and your dog share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect. By following her step-by-step, six-week basic training program, you'll learn how to develop a relationship with your...

The heart-pounding thriller of a series continues as FBI Special Agent Meg Jennings and her search-and-rescue K-9 companion confront the fury of nature - and the more dangerous nature of man.... In the wake of a devastating hurricane, Special Agent Meg Jennings and her Labrador, Hawk -...

How do you raise a happy, healthy, and emotionally resilient dog? Full of actionable guidance, Puppy Brain will show you how to create a harmonious, fulfilling relationship with your pet, from Kerry Nichols, founder of Nicholberry Goldens. Do you want to learn how to help your dog feel safe? Do...

Zak George presents a next-generation guide that uses his infectiously energetic style to teach dog-lovers everything they need to know about raising and training their unique pup....

No one is better poised to write the biography of James Herriot than the son who worked alongside him in the Yorkshire veterinary practice when Herriot became an internationally bestselling author. Now, in this warm and poignant memoir, Jim Wight talks about his father.

Discover the brain behind the horse—and transform the way you connect, communicate, and train. Horse Brain Science is the definitive reference on equine neuroscience, offering both depth and clarity for anyone who works with horses.

Beautifully written with authentic personal stories, spiritual wisdom, and heartfelt guidance, The Pet I Can’t Forget invites you to join author and award-winning animal communicator Karen A. Anderson....

Understanding someone who belongs to another species can be transformative. No one knows this better than author, naturalist, and adventurer Sy Montgomery. This restorative memoir reflects on the personalities and quirks of 13 animals and the truths revealed by their grace....

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Fourteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by New York Times bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman. Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their...

If you're a first-time dog owner or simply want a calmer, better-behaved companion, this practical guide shows you exactly how to raise a happy, confident dog without confusion, stress, or complicated training systems.

We learn so much from our cats, and along the way they keep us company, provide unconditional love, and share in the ups and downs of our lives. What do we learn from our cats? Everything. They make us better versions of ourselves and show us the power of gratitude, forgiveness, resilience...

Bird Care Made Simple is a complete beginner's guide to raising a happy, healthy, and well-behaved pet bird without stress, guesswork, or overwhelming advice. Whether you're a first-time bird owner or looking to improve your care routine, this step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to feed, train, bond with, and understand your bird with confidence.

When her parents’ devastating divorce uprooted her life, Haylee Graham plunged into a downward spiral. Heartbroken and afraid, the young girl turned to her beloved horse, Cartier, as a lifeline. The only place she felt safe was hiding with him in his stall; the only time she felt like herself was when the two jumped fences together. So when a corrupt lawyer threatened to seize ownership of Cartier and sell him to a slaughterhouse to repay their debts, Haylee knew she would do anything to save him. Her mom said, "Take the horse and run!"—and she did.

Tess Harper arrives in Wellington with a battered trailer, a no-name reputation, and one extraordinary black gelding named Argento. She knows she does not belong in the glittering world of elite dressage, where fortunes buy polish, pedigree opens doors, and humiliation is served as elegantly as champagne. But Tess did not come to admire the white fences and perfect palm trees. She came for one chance to prove that talent still matters. Julian Von Kessler has spent years at the top of a world built on precision, discipline, and ruthless control. Cold, brilliant, and trapped inside a gilded ...

In the glittering, cutthroat world of elite dressage, reputation is everything, scores are currency, and one bad ride can ruin a life. Liza Bennet has built her career on instinct, grit, and an unshakable belief that horses are not machines. She knows talent cannot be reduced to data points, no matter how badly the rich and self-important want to package excellence into something measurable, marketable, and obedient. So when the powerful Fitz Darcy unveils a gleaming new system designed to quantify compatibility, predict performance, and reshape the sport from the inside out, Liza is not ...

When sharp-tongued horsewoman Elizabeth Bennet collides with Fitz Darcy—a devastatingly wealthy breeder with too much money, too much pride, and entirely too many opinions—the result is not a polite society friendship. It is a war waged in tailored show coats, cutting remarks, and the rarefied, ridiculous world of elite dressage. Elizabeth has no patience for arrogant billionaires who think breeding fees and imported horses make them kings. Darcy has even less patience for clever women who see straight through his polished exterior and dare to laugh at the whole glittering performance. ...

Rebecca Brown adopted a baby squirrel, and it changed her life. This warm, funny, poignant memoir explores the mystery of aliveness, the nature of time, and human relationships with the creatures who share our world. Organized by animals the author has encountered, from a bear in the Cascade...

A clear, beginner-friendly guide to keeping jumping spiders as pets. Jumping spiders are fascinating, intelligent, and surprisingly easy to care for, but only when their needs are properly understood. With the right setup and a simple, consistent approach, they can be low-maintenance and rewarding pets that are both engaging and easy to observe. This practical guide is designed to remove confusion and give you straightforward, reliable advice you can trust. Whether you are completely new to exotic pets or simply want a dependable reference, this book will walk you through everything step by...

Once, Darius had everything: talent, ambition, and a future in the saddle. Then scandal tore his career apart, leaving him disgraced, isolated, and haunted by the man who helped destroy him. Now he lives on the edges of Wellington horse country, half-buried in silence, until a strange woman with amber eyes appears out of the mist beside a golden stallion unlike any horse he has ever seen. She offers him exactly what he thought he had lost forever: a way back. But some horses are not meant to be owned, and some paths back come with a price. Drawn into a world of black water, ancient power, ...

Box turtles are fascinating, long-lived reptiles, but they require the right care to truly thrive. This practical, no-nonsense guide shows you exactly how to set up, feed, and care for a box turtle properly from the start. Inside this book, you will learn how to: • Create a safe and natural enclosure • Maintain correct temperature and humidity • Provide a balanced and nutritious diet • Use UVB lighting and supplements correctly • Recognise early signs of health problems Written in a calm, straightforward style, this guide focuses on what actually works—helping you avoid common ...

At Ashby Equestrian, Mara knows horses, routine, and the steady logic of hard work. What she does not believe in is ghosts. But when her white gelding, Bishop, begins reacting in terror to an old arena mirror, Mara is forced to confront something she cannot explain: the reflection of a sorrowful woman who should not be there. As the haunting intensifies, Mara teams up with the precise, skeptical Dr. Lila Serrano to dig into the buried history of Ashby Equestrian. Their search leads them through forgotten records, vanished names, and a chilling connection to Elias Thorne, a former manager ...

What if your pet had a secret diary… and you were the “landlord”? Meet Silly and Maddy—two cockatiels with very strong opinions, questionable trust in humans, and a complicated living arrangement governed by what they firmly believe is a binding lease agreement. Told through their hilariously honest and surprisingly heartfelt perspectives, The Secret Diary of Silly and Maddy takes readers inside a world where: Mirrors are suspicious portals Pianos are instruments of witchcraft Squirrels are criminal masterminds And veterinarians… may or may not be executioners While Silly sees ...

When a storm drives a tired, ordinary mare to the gates of the Royal Meadow, no one mistakes her for a princess. She is muddy, exhausted, and far too plain for a court built on pedigree, polish, and old rules. But Prince Rowanwood sees something no one else does: a quiet strength, a deep kindness, and a heart that notices suffering when others look away. Queen Bramble is not so easily persuaded. In a kingdom where bloodlines matter and appearances can decide a future, she sets in motion a secret test built around a single hard pea and an old horse in need of comfort. If the stranger mare is...

The concept of canine consent is far more than simply a buzzword in modern dog training practices. In its current form, consent is a distinctly human concept, designed by humans and for humans. Looking beyond species boundaries can help us not only consider concepts of canine consent and...

Raise Happy, Healthy Backyard Chickens in Just 15 Minutes a Day—Even If You’ve Never Owned a Single Bird Before Discover the simple, stress-free system for fresh eggs, a thriving flock, and total peace of mind—without expensive mistakes, overwhelm, or wasted time. You love the idea of fresh eggs, a peaceful backyard routine, and a more self-sufficient lifestyle—but the reality feels confusing, time-consuming, and risky. What if you choose the wrong breed? Build the wrong coop? Or worse… lose your flock to predators or legal issues? That’s exactly why Backyard Chickens Made ...

The Bearded Dragon as a Pet is a practical, beginner-friendly guide to caring for one of the world’s most popular reptile pets. Bearded dragons are calm, fascinating, and full of personality, but they need the right setup, proper feeding, and consistent care to stay healthy. This book gives you clear, straightforward advice so you can look after your dragon with confidence. Inside, you’ll learn how to: • Set up a safe and effective enclosure • Provide the right heating and UVB lighting • Feed your bearded dragon at each stage of life • Recognise signs of stress, illness, and ...

You just brought home a puppy. Congratulations. Now what? Nobody warned you about the 3am bathroom trips. The razor-sharp teeth on your ankles. The puddle on the rug you JUST cleaned. The overwhelming guilt of wondering if you made a terrible mistake. You didn't. You just need a plan. The First 30 Days With Your Puppy gives you exactly what you need, week by week: Week 1 — Surviving the first nights, puppy-proofing, establishing the routine that prevents 90% of problems Week 2 — Potty training that actually works (and why most methods fail) Week 3 — Stopping the biting, managing the ...

A Calm, Practical Guide to Keeping Axolotls Healthy Axolotls are fascinating and unique aquatic pets, but they require the right environment and care to thrive. This practical guide is designed to help you confidently set up, maintain, and care for your axolotl from day one. Inside this guide, you will learn how to create a stable aquarium, understand water quality, choose the right food, and recognise important behaviour and health signs. With clear explanations and realistic advice, this book focuses on what truly matters for long-term success. This guide covers: • Aquarium setup and ...

Are you considering a Psychiatric Assistance Dog—or simply curious about what life with one looks like? You're not alone. And that's why I wrote Hedwig for the Win! Life with a Psychiatric Assistance Dog. This is the story of Hedwig, my golden Labrador, and how he turned from 'just a dog' into my lifeline. With honesty, warmth and a dose of Labrador humour, I share what it's really like to partner with a Psychiatric Assistance Dog—from the practical (Public Access Tests, travel, endless dog hair) to the profound (finding calm in chaos, surviving panic attacks, rediscovering freedom).

Elena Rossi knows how to sit a powerful horse, hold a polished smile, and bury every dangerous craving beneath discipline. In the glittering world of elite dressage, control is everything—and Elena has built her life on it. But when notorious trainer Marco Valtieri enters her orbit, all that hard-won restraint starts to fracture. He is too commanding, too perceptive, too skilled at drawing brilliance from both horse and rider. And when Valerius responds to him with explosive power Elena has only dreamed of unlocking, desire becomes impossible to separate from ambition. Marco doesn’t ...

Caring for your pets and caring for the planet work hand in hand. This friendly, clear, and slightly mischievous guide shows you how to give your dog or cat a wonderful life while lowering your household’s environmental footprint, saving money, and making everyday choices that feel good and do good. James Ellison invites you into his New England home with Sam, Edna, and Milo, where every lesson comes from real life. Sustainable pet care is not an all-or-nothing mission. It is a series of small, thoughtful habits that help pets thrive while protecting the world they live in.

Most people believe animals understand commands. Few realize that animals understand something far deeper. They understand the human state of awareness. A dog senses tension before a word is spoken. A cow relaxes in the presence of a calm handler but becomes restless with a hurried one. A horse detects hesitation long before the rider becomes conscious of it. Anyone who has spent time with animals knows that communication is happening constantly even when nothing is said. But what exactly are animals sensing During years of veterinary work among cows, dogs, goats, horses, farmers and ...

Elizabeth Vance knows exactly what’s wrong with modern dressage: too much money, too little grit, and far too many people confusing luxury with talent. She’s spent years working herself to the bone, training horses, managing impossible clients, and scraping together a life in a sport dominated by wealth, status, and bloodlines. Then one late-night social media post changes everything. When Elizabeth’s brutally honest rant about rich riders goes wildly viral, she accidentally humiliates the last man she should have targeted: Julian Darcy, a cold, brilliant tech billionaire who has just...