The Grace of Dogs
The Grace of Dogs

Author: Andrew Root

Publisher: Convergent Books

Published: 2018-06-05

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 0451497619

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In the bestselling tradition of Inside of a Dog and Marley & Me, a smart, illuminating, and entertaining read on why the dog-human relationship is unique--and possibly even "spiritual." Dr. Andrew Root's search for the canine soul began the day his eight-year-old son led the family in a moving Christian ritual at the burial service for Kirby, their beloved black lab. In the coming weeks, Root found himself wondering: What was this thing we'd experienced with this animal? Why did the loss hurt so poignantly? Why did his son's act seem so right in its sacramental feel? In The Grace of Dogs, Root draws on biology, history, theology, cognitive ethology (the study of animal minds), and paleontology to trace how in our mutual evolution, humans and dogs have so often helped each other to become more fully ourselves. Root explores questions like: Do dogs have souls? Is it accurate to say that dogs "love" us? What do psychology and physiology say about why we react to dogs in the way that we do? The Grace of Dogs paints a vivid picture of how, beyond sentimentality, the dog-human connection can legitimately be described as "spiritual"--as existing not for the sake of gain, but for the unselfish desire to be with and for the other, and to remind us that we are persons worthy of love and able to share love. In this book for any parent whose kids have asked if they'll see Fido in Heaven, or who has looked their beloved dog in the face and wondered what's going on in there, Dr. Root delivers an illuminating and heartfelt read that will change how we understand man's best friend.

The Complete Guide to Border Collies
The Complete Guide to Border Collies

Author: Caroline Smith

Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC

Published: 2006-06-01

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 162884292X

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Get The Definitive Border Collie Ownership Guide. Whether you own a Border Collie, or are considering it, existing owners agree that this is the "must have" owner's manual. Border Collies are extremely rewarding companions that develop loyal bonds with their owners. The breed dates back years, and to this day they are most well-known for their unwavering protective nature and ability to serve as loyal companions. This comprehensive owners guide provides you with the most critical information, resources, and training strategies needed to successfully raise and care for your Border Collie. From choosing the right puppy, to caring for your Border Collie, the information within this guide will serve as your "go to" resource for years to come. Highlights from the The Complete Guide to Border Collies: o The Right and Wrong Reasons for Buying a Border Collie o Breed Overview and Ownership Expectations o How the Border Collie Adoption Process Really Works o All About Border Collie Puppies o Preparing Your Home for a Border Collie o How to Keep Your Dog Healthy, Safe, and Happy o Common Health Problems o Caring for Border Collie Health Issues o Exercise & Activity Expectations o Showing Your Border Collie o Training for Guard Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Herding Dogs, & More o The Aging Process and Life Expectations o Hundreds of Tips and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions As with all dog breeds, there are many advantages and disadvantages to owning a Border Collie. From the day you bring home your new puppy, or adopt, you will be bombarded with questions and concerns. It is critical that you have all of the required proper care information available, at any time, so that you do not make any costly errors or put your new best friend into danger. The importance of proper training and care, from the start, cannot be understated. The worst problems in Border Collie ownership almost always start early. Be pro-active, learn everything there is to know about Border Collies

How to Train your Jack Russell
How to Train your Jack Russell

Author: J Sparrow

Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 19

ISBN-13: 1628842423

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Want to learn how to be in control of your Jack Russell Terrier? Training your Jack Russell puppy o Basic commands o Common puppy problems o Housetraining o Barking o Biting or nipping o Jumping up o Leash problems o Choosing a trainer or a class o Training your adult Jack Russell o Particular training challenges with a Jack Russell o Common adult Jack Russell problems and solutions o Biting and nipping o Barking or Chasing other animals o Aggression towards other animals o Chewing o Digging o Anxiety o Running away o Pulling on the leash o Coprophagy o Constantly distracted Are all covered in this EASY to understand book. Act now and get How to Train your Jack Russell. With our No Quibble, Money Back Guarantee really have nothing to lose but everything to gain. A loving, caring, more rewarding relationship with your chosen friend. Take care of yourself and your Jack Russell

What's a Dog For?
What's a Dog For?

Author: John Homans

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-10-29

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 0143124129

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As dogs take their place as coddled family members and their numbers balloon to over 77 million in the United States alone, it’s no surprise that canine culture is undergoing a massive transformation. Now subject to many of the same questions of rights and ethics as people, the politics of dogs are more tumultuous and public than ever—with fierce moral battles raging over kill shelters, puppy mills, and breed standards. Incorporating interviews and research from scientists, activists, breeders, and trainers, What’s a Dog For? investigates how dogs have reached this exalted status, and why they hold such fascination for us humans.

Art for Art's Sake & Literary Life
Art for Art's Sake & Literary Life

Author: Gene H. Bell-Villada

Publisher: U of Nebraska Press

Published: 1998-01-01

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13: 9780803261433

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Art for Art's Sake and Literary Life is a dynamic history of literary aestheticism from the eighteenth century to academic deconstruction in our own time. Gene H. Bell-Villada examines an enormous range of writings by critics, philosophers, and writers from Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Uniting all is his conviction that "there are concrete social, economic, political, and cultural reasons for the emergence, growth, diffusion, and triumph of l'art pour l'art over the past two centuries." Bell-Villada begins by considering how such thinkers as Shaftesbury, Kant, and Schiller described beauty as a phenomenon to be weighed not in isolation from other aspects of our existence but as part of our general development as human beings. He recounts how the original vision of Kant and Schiller was simplified and debased within new cultural, political, and economic contexts, leading to the "aesthetic separatism" promoted by lyric poets in France. Bell-Villada then examines how the ideology of Art for Art's Sake took on new forms in Europe and the Americas, culminating in present-day versions associated with the academicization (and ever greater marginalization) of literature. Artfully combining an exceptional amount of learning with a sharp polemical focus, Art for Art's Sake and Literary Life will appeal to a wide range of scholars and general readers for whom literature, aesthetics, and the relations of culture and society are vitally important matters.

Choosing the Right Breed - Beagles
Choosing the Right Breed - Beagles

Author: Janet Long

Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC

Published: 2013-07-30

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 1628842490

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When choosing a dog it is vital to chose a breed which is compatible with your lifestyle. Getting this aspect right can mean the difference between having a long term, loving relationship with your loyal dog or another un-wanted pet in the shelter. You owe it to your chosen friend, if not yourself, to choose your breed on knowledge rather than the 'cute factor' Be prepared to care... This book will help Fiz

The Other End of the Leash
The Other End of the Leash

Author: Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Published: 2009-02-19

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 0307489183

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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.