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Advantages: Satisfyingly dog-centred
Disadvantages: Has given mr-zeeman an appetite for another dog

...by Roy Hattersly; "Dogs in the News" by Martyn Lewis"; "500 Mile Walkies" by a chap whose name I have temporarily forgotten; "Dog Facts" by Joan Palmer … and a whole sagging shelf-load of other titles. Hence it was with massive coronary-inducing excitement that I handed over 20pence in a charity shop in exchange for a dog-related volume that I hadn't seen before … "The Hidden Life of Dogs" by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas [E.M.T for brevity]. A quick ...
...and easily-digested academic study of the behaviour of domestic dogs. ~~~~~~ "How might dogs conduct themselves if left undisturbed in normal circumstances?" This was the recurring thought that propelled dog enthusiast Elizabeth Marshall Thomas into conducting a totally unsentimental piece of research into normal, unrestricted, uncontrolled, canine behaviour. At first glance one would assume that this very same thought had reverberated through ... Read review

Advantages: Some good tips for training a pet dog.
Disadvantages: Some methods may seem severe.

The Dog Listener "Learning the Language of your Best Friend" is a guide to learning the psychology of dogs in the hope that, with better understanding we can train them to be obedient, social pets. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jan Fennell from Lincolnshire began her career as a successful English Springer Spaniel breeder and went on to become a dog behaviour specialist making frequent contributions to radio and television programmes. THE FOREWARD The foreward ...
...of horses that Jan found the inspiration to develop his techniques to canine advantage. THE PRINCIPLE- AMICHIEN BONDING Dogs were once "pack animals" and although lifestyles and appearances have changed over thousands of years the wolf pack instinct still remains. The "alpha pair" was the strongest, healthiest and most intelligent .Among the pack it is only the "Alpha pair" who breed, ensuring a strong line of descendants. They are responsible ... Read review

Advantages: Jam packed with information, tips and brilliant advice
Disadvantages: None

Title - The Perfect Puppy Author - Gwen Bailey Price - £12.99 This book is a must have for anyone thinking about buying a puppy or already owning one, The Perfect Puppy was recommended to me by my dogs breeder when I bought her and it is full of very useful information. I have a few other dog training books but this is the one I keep referring to, since buying this book I havent opened my others. The author of this book, Gwen Bailey, is the Dog ...
...and knows her stuff. The contents are divided into 19 chapters starting with a bit of advice on choosing your puppy, the most popular breeds and their needs, some advice on whether to buy from working or show stock, and what to look out for in a breeder. Next the author tells you how to read your puppys body language etc. Their is also some information on dogs abilities, their sense of smell, eyesite and how sensitive to sound they are. There is ... Read review

Advantages: Quick and Easy to use; very useful; good information
Disadvantages: Quite large, takes up space around the house

The new encyclopedia of a horse book is a fantastic, and extremely useful and educational tool, not even just for horse-related families. These are valuable things to have around, especially for kids, if they want to know something, are looking something up or even just doing a school project it is a quick and easy way to do thisIt is also very well organised which makes any information you need to find quick and simple to look for. I would recommend ... Read review

Advantages: Very funny! Well written, easy read!
Disadvantages: Mascara stained cheeks at the end!

...my head the situations that Marley got himself into. I would recommend this to any dog owner or dog lover, although i'm sure that many other people would also find this a very enjoyable read. It was very easy to read and follow and very entertaining! Marley is a very loveable character and the fact that it is a true story just makes it all the more interesting. As funny as the start of the book is, the end is equally sad. I found myself crying ... Read review