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My name is Jack, and my nickname is "Jet Dog". I am a rescue dog, and although most rescue dogs have an interesting story to tell, in my short life, I have found myself placed on death row not once but twice, I was nearly run over by a huge truck, and I was shot at and nearly killed by a drunk with a Colt .45 pistol. I acquired my nickname because to my amazement, a crazy few years later, I found myself sitting in the copilot’s seat, flying around the country in a Cessna Citation II private jet with my current pack leader.

More and more, riders are looking for effective mental strategies to improve their enjoyment and success in the saddle. This is a highly practical guide detailing techniques that are invaluable whilst unmounted and whilst mounted. In fact, there is a whole chapter devoted to methods to use whilst you are riding.

There are numerous hobbies that can develop into true passions. Among them is the upkeep of an aquarium. This is a serious hobby, as there is no space for error; otherwise, you risk injuring or killing a living thing.

Have you been wanting to add a kitten to your family but are overwhelmed with choices? Do you want your first purebred cat but are unsure of which perfect cat breed is right for you? Have you heard horror stories of people paying deposits online for kittens that never existed? Do you want to make sure you get a fun healthy kitten for a reputable breeder? Then this is the book for you!

The American Mini Pig Association's expanded 2nd edition guide for potential, new, and seasoned mini pig owners. This book addresses topics related to adding and keeping a mini pig as a pet. Offering basic information on care, nutrition, health and disease, how to address bad behaviors, training, and more.

When Rhiannon fell in love with, and eventually married her flatmate, she imagined they might one day move on. But this is London in the age of generation rent, and so they share their home with a succession of friends and strangers while saving for a life less makeshift. The desire for a baby is never far from the surface, but can she be sure that she will ever be free of the anxiety she has experienced since an attack in the street one night? And after a childhood spent caring for her autistic brother, does she really want to devote herself to motherhood?

Is caring for your stressed-out dog making you feel like a prisoner in your own home? Does your dog freak-out when you leave? Globally respected, certified dog trainer Julie Naismith has helped thousands of stressed owners get their dogs past separation anxiety.

Roger Windsor’s stories of life as, first, a naïve student at vet school, then as a junior vet in general practice, and finally as a senior member of the Veterinary Investigation Service running a laboratory in Africa, certainly give James Herriot a run for his money. His vignettes of animal woe and human frailty have enduring appeal, and the story of setting up such a valuable service in Botswana, and helping to build that country’s agricultural and forensic veterinary resources, is truly fascinating.

Training as an RAF pilot in the smoke and bustle of wartime London is a far cry from James Herriot’s day job as a country vet in the Yorkshire Dales. And whilst he is keen to serve King and country, James cannot help but miss his life in Darrowby – despite frequent arguments between his colleagues Siegfried and Tristan, bad-tempered cattle, opinionated farmers and the continuing saga of Cedric the flatulent dog. But most of all he misses his wife Helen; pregnant with their first child.

When Juliet Porter saw an advertisement for "Puppies for Sale", little did the author expect that instead of one puppy, they would end up adopting three adorable little pups from the same litter.

Mischlingsrüde Benji hat sich zu einem ziemlichen Terrorbolzen entwickelt. Menschen anspringen, Passanten verbellen, an der Leine ziehen, Ohren auf Durchzug stellen – all das beherrscht er in Perfektion. Als Frauchen trotz einer Odyssee durch fragwürdige Erziehungstheorien am Ende ihres Hundelateins ist, erfährt sie schließlich, wo in ihrer Beziehung zu Benji der Hund begraben liegt. In diesem Hörbuch wird mit einer Reihe von Mythen und Irrtümern zum Thema Hundeerziehung aufgeräumt.

Troy McDaniel is one of a few inmates who started and graduated from California City Correction facilities' Pawsitive Change dog program in 2016. He shares his remarkable experience of the ups and downs of his journey. Relating a lot of his experience to the dangerous yet intelligent life form of the canines he worked with during his prison term.

The Leonberger is like no other breed. They tend to be gentle giants, but their low bark is enough to scare off anyone who doesn’t know about their affectionate temperament.

Have you ever wondered what it is that makes an Akita so special? To answer that question, author and editor Anastasia Ormeron goes back more than 30 years—when, during a trip to Tokyo, a beautiful bronze statue of a dog caught her attention outside Shibuya railway station.

Commonly known as America’s favorite feline, the Maine coon is beloved by cat owners across the country. The largest of the domesticated cat breeds, this long-haired, lovable furball is a family favorite due to its gentle nature and playful temperament. Weighing in at up to 20 pounds, this regal cat is a sight to behold.

People often contact a dog trainer, thinking that hiring them will fix all of their puppy's problems. This thinking will usually make things worse because the focus is on fixing the puppy's behavior instead of teaching the puppy what you want them to do. With positive reinforcement reward-based training, the puppy will thrive and excel in doing the things you want them to do instead of constantly trying to fix their bad behaviors.

In 2008, 26-year-old Tik Maynard faced a crossroads not unlike that of other young adults. A university graduate and modern pentathlete, he suffered both a career-ending injury and a painful breakup, leaving him suddenly adrift. The son of prominent Canadian equestrians, Maynard decided to spend the next year as a "working student." In the horse industry, working students aspire to become professional riders or trainers, and willingly trade labor for hands-on education.

Did you know there is an area of your brain known as the "Lizard Brain" that thinks only about the immediate moment and your means of survival? Yes, in certain circumstances, your "Rational Brain" can effectively "shut down" and you are at the mercy of a reptile... dry-mouthed, sweating, queasy, unable to think clearly - even though you know better. When does the Lizard Brain run the show? It can happen in any number of unfamiliar, uncomfortable, challenging, or "stressful" riding situations. But here's the thing: with the right kind of training, you can learn to manage the reptile within.

Over 15 years ago, Jane Savoie wrote the first book to recognize the importance of training the mind and shaping attitude in order to achieve higher levels of riding skill than ever imagined. Riders who benefited from the lessons in "That Winning Feeling!" clamored for more, and Savoie responded with her fabulous follow-up audiobook, "It's Not Just About the Ribbons". Once again, Savoie shares the tools and ideas for self-improvement that she has used, not only to help herself deal with challenges, but her students—who range from Olympic contenders to intermediate riders—as well.

When vet Timothy Milton is offered a job in the village of Picklewick, he is over the moon, especially when he shares the excitement of landing his dream position with a rather pretty stranger, whom he hopes he will see more of when he starts work. Charity Jones isn’t used to men showing an interest in her, and she’s even less used to being attracted to them. Until now, she has preferred looking after her horse to having a relationship. However, when she discovers Timothy is the new equine vet and that he shares her love of all things horsey, she wants to get to know him better.