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Does freshly deceased rat taste better than frozen steak?
Can dogs weed a flowerbed?
Does the Universe provide free birthday cakes in a park?
As soon as Jitka and her fiancé buy a house, it's time for Jitka to fulfil her long-time dream: to have a faithful, cute, furry friend, capable of true, unconditional love.
The new addition to their family is strong-willed, with a clear focus on his own wants. He displays daily his obvious love of all the...
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Dizzy is a Romanian street dog who was rescued and brought to the UK for a better life, a life which is very new and full of things she is initially very scared of. First she has to learn her name, and the routines, and then, bribed by sprats she begins to learn to trust and finally to play. It is a funny, sad and utterly bewildering tale of readjustment. She is supported, or not, by Candy the resident sable border collie who can be as confused and...
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Mr. Pariyal shared Oscar's Pedigree file with a reverence akin to the way we share janampatris (horoscopes). Oscar's pedigree status was pretty impressive, and his grandfather seemed to be the outstanding one for winning dog shows on intelligence, obedience besides his alpha male looks.
Oscar's father had a rather strange name — "Casper" — and had not followed in his illustrious father's footsteps. Casper had either not participated in dog shows...
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Meat? Really?
Starved, Uzbe swallowed it. But there was something in it. He suddenly felt so dizzy. His consciousness was fading out fast. He fell.
Two men emerged from the heavy mist and put him in a sack.
Uzbe was horrified. With his last energy, he whined:
Dad, Mom, take this nightmare away... But would he ever wake up at all? Bali, 2008, Uzbe went missing. Him and his owners, a Canadian and Balinese couple, relentlessly searched for each other,...
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Anyone reading this book will find it a must and will pick it up again and again. You will also gain step-by-step tips, guidance and examples from:
Choosing a puppy, and what's best sex, a bitch or a dog.
Things to look out for such as inherited defects.
What to expect when you bring your new puppy into the home.
Toilet training; getting your puppy clean in the house.
The health of a puppy, things to look out for.
Feeding a puppy.
What bedding...
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The Glen of Imaal terrier are an endangered breed of dog. Stephen and George had owned four of these beautiful dogs and had the idea of writing children's books based on these dogs.
After a chance meeting in a London pub, Raymond and Stephen met and two years later, Raymond has written a series of books about these lovable creatures, after extricating their personalities and ideas from Stephen and putting pen to paper.
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If you like German shepherds, and who doesn't, you will appreciate this story about Chloe and her crooked ear! A story with universal appeal, it enables us to understand ourselves and accept what we cannot change!
Chloe, through a "romp" around the neighborhood and a "hands-on" demonstration, shows us how we can have fun and shape our own positive image!
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Harley is a very clever puppy, so when she woke up and couldn't find her humans, she knew something strange was going on. She had so many questions! Why would they leave without me? Why didn't they leave me a treat? Why is Nanny taking me for a walk? But more importantly: Where are my humans?
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Every child wants a puppy and every parent knows that getting a puppy means more work for them. I Really Want a Puppy Mum! is the relatable story of a child whose greatest wish is to have the puppy of their own. The first book in this series shows children how, with hard work and a never-give-up attitude, you can achieve your dreams.
10) My Dog Pig
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Sam has a big dog called Pig. Pig loves to help out and Sam loves to share lots of stories about him, but mum is never too impressed! Take a look inside to find out what mischief and mayhem Pig gets up to.
11) Hi! I'm Peps
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All Peps dreamed of was a home of his own.
Born on the streets, blind and scared, he found safety at a rescue centre. But he always wondered if he would one day find a cosy bed and a family to call his own.
Join Peps on his journey to his fur-ever home.
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One morning, the ever-vivacious Arnold wakes up to an unsettling silence. Home alone, he discovers that his treasured toy is missing. Despite combing every corner, nook, and cranny, it's nowhere to be found. It's not just any dilemma; it's a full-blown tennis ball emergency! Dive into Arnold's playful adventure as he embarks on a spirited quest to reclaim his beloved plaything. Will he find it? Join the chase and find out!
14) Wilston
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The adventures of Wilston are inspired by the world's beautiful and real-life Moodles – whose natures are playful, inquisitive, loyal and loving. Wilston spends his days finding out about life. He's a happy pet who takes the reader on a journey of adventure. Sometimes Wilston finds himself in some difficult situations but there is always a helping hand.
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Papayo is a Peruvian puppy who enters each day with excitement as he conquers many adventures with which he is faced. From exploring the Andes Mountains along the Inca Trail, to daily chores on his small village farm; readers get a glimpse into the lives of the free-roaming dogs in South America! Papayo is a real puppy living outside of Cusco, and I had the pleasure of meeting him during my travels to Peru. My own heart felt compelled to share this...
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What's so special about Maggie? She looks pretty much like most other dogs of her breed with one exception… there are two large black spots on the side of her body that join together to form a heart when she curls up. That's why she's also known as "the dog with a heart".
A New Home for Maggie is a charming story about a special Jack Russell Terrier puppy who must leave her first home after being adopted by her forever family. She is worried about...
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A story of six puppies abandoned by their mum and dad in a small Greek village.
Their fight for survival, against all odds.
The book is about Poppi, one of those puppies, her adventures and her new life in Wales.
It gives a feeling of family, friendship, trust and unconditional love for new owners, whilst dealing with a fight for life.
18) Doggy Tails
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If you love dogs then you will really enjoy reading this lovely book of poems showing how pets impact our daily lives. Both happy and sad, the book is mainly aimed at children but there is something for everyone to enjoy. The beautiful illustrations entwine with the words to take you on a journey of laughter and tears, so whether you're a child or an adult, you'll love it from beginning to end.
19) Our Dog Dora
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Our dog Dora is very friendly and loves spending time with her family. She always tries really, really hard to be good and to do the right thing, but sometimes Dora finds it just too difficult…and things don't go quite the way her family hopes.
20) Winston
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Winston is a dog unlike most dogs. Instead of chasing bunnies, they are his friends. Winston loves to spend time with Sally, the person who took him in, and his best friend, Bossy Bunny.
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