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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Mindful Thoughts for Cooks presents 25 thoughtful insights into the holistic health and well being we can digest through the everyday process and experience of cooking. Holistic cook Julia Ponsonby shares the true value of eating homemade, real food, mixing together practical and soulful ingredients with a dash of nature's alchemy, to present a carefully crafted dish that every discerning cook will want to taste and savor. Embracing cooking as a spiritually-nourishing meditation is a deliciously simple path to reconnecting ourselves to what we eat every day-this beautifully illustrated little book reminds us how to do it. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Embracing gardening as a spiritually enriching activity lovingly reconnects us to nature everyday - this beautifully illustrated little book reminds us how to do it. Rooting each blossoming thought in deep ecology and conscious living, we unearth the power inherent in mindfully lifting the soil; it lifts our souls as well. Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners sows a series of meditations about tending the Earth wholeheartedly. Author Clea Danaan explores the interconnectedness of nature in this carefully-crafted small volume that any green-fingered grower will want to dig into. Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners sows a series of meditations about tending the Earth. Embracing gardening as a spiritually enriching activity lovingly reconnects us to nature everyday. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Part of the Mindful Thoughts series, this beautifully illustrated little book meditates on all aspects of running, including:Running ritualsThe running communityRunning for charityDealing with injuryThe power of breathListening to the body. . . and much moreRunning can be a spiritually enriching activity, as well as a physical one-reconnecting us to our breath, our bodies, and the natural world around us with every steady step. Author and environmentalist Tessa Wardley meditates on the holistic nature of running, through 25 focused reflections offering meaningful insights that every runner from barefoot to track will value and remember.If you like this, you might also be interested in Mindful Thoughts for Walkers . . . Mindful Thoughts for Runners explores the ways in which running offers us an opportunity to deepen our levels of awareness, lifting our souls as well as our endorphin levels! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Busy mothers balance home, children and work, but where can wellbeing fit into daily life? Mindful Thoughts for Mothers is a lovingly-crafted book of reflections that all mums can dip into during those precious moments of space from 'doing', for a positive and peaceful outlook to support their practice of mindfulness.In this beautifully illustrated book, Riga Forbes explores the micro and macro elements of a mother's world, helping the reader to hold a sense of the 'bigger picture' while being present in the day-to-day. In it, she invites every mother to embrace mindful awareness for deeper presence and understanding.From universal daily learning curves to all the things we may have to balance in our lives, she reveals the threads of connection we weave through our relationships with our children-and living memories of mothers and grandmothers-creating family-tapestries of nurture that will extend deep into the future. A lovingly crafted book of reflections that all mums can dip into during those precious moments of space from 'doing', for a positive and peaceful outlook to support their practice of mindfulness. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. If life on is Zoom getting you down and you're dreading the next inevitable invite to a Teams meeting, don't panic, help is at hand. With 101 top tips explaining the dos and don'ts of virtual meetings, You're On Mute will help you master videocalls in "the new normal." Whether you need to stop doing that weird wave at the end of meetings or want to break the habit of being transfixed by your own face in the corner of the screen, the fun advice inside this book has got you covered. In no time you'll be living your best life online, bringing your "A" game to any virtual work meeting, catch up with family, quiz with friends, online date and more.Advice includes: Mastering online etiquette - from the right way to say hello to the right time to hang up How to make multi-generational family video calls workable for both grandparents and children ("You're still on mute, grandma!") Ensuring your next video quiz is an entertaining test of knowledge rather than a painful test of endurance Successfully navigating an online romance, covering first dates to long-term relationships Avoiding the "must not dos" of video calls, whether it's the serious matter of security or the shame of surprise screen sharing. A hilarious guide to mastering virtual meetings and not embarrassing yourself online. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Roughly 1 in 5 millennials say they are playing the online word puzzle game, according to a new survey. Richard Osman and Jimmy Fallon are already Wordle addicts, and the Chase star Paul Sinha also regularly posts his results on Twitter. Brands are tweeting about the trendy game, too. Lego created its own green and yellow grid out of bricks, and the Smithsonian tweeted a picture of a green, yellow and black tablecloth from its Cooper Hewitt collection.How does Wordle work on paper? All the rows are filled in except the last one. The level of difficultly is due to the number of correct letters shown in the grid. Each letter has a different colour: white on black = correct letter incorrect place; black on grey = correct letter in wrong place; black letter on white = wrong letter, wrong place.Just like the online game, it a process of elimination and the clue at the top means that only one answer can be right.The introduction contains clear instructions on how to play, and answers are given at the back of the book. Wordle has nearly 3 million players across the world and versions of it are appearing in other languages. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Do you love playing wordle? Do you wish you could do more than one puzzle a day? If you do, then you will love this collection of 500 puzzles to do anytime, anywhere.Wordle Challenge 2 presents a fun, interactive collection of brain-teasing puzzles, that can be played offline and will entertain for hours and hours. These stimulating puzzles are graded from Easy to Expert level. Puzzlers must guess what the correct word is, deducing from previous words in the grid what letters go where. A clue means there is only one correct solution to each puzzle, and answers can be found at the back of the book. Whether you are looking for puzzle practiceto train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, this collection will have you enthralled.Perfect for commuters, keen puzzlers and all ardent wordle fans, and suitable for children and adults, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who can't get enough of the sensation puzzle game and wishes they could do more! Follows on from Wordle Challenge, which shot to the top of the UK Market frontlist chart with sales of over 60,000 copies since publication on 15 March 2022. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Cycling is about more than competitive racing, lycra, and physical endurance; it's about joy, meditative wonder and spiritual enrichment.Mindful Thoughts for Cyclists presents a series of focused meditations on why and how cycling can be a powerful practice of mindful awareness. From the pleasure of riding down a hill to finding the upsides of a puncture, Nick Moore steers us on an enlightening journey through the true value of riding a bicycle.On it, he encourages a shift in consciousness of 'those obsessed with the facts of cycling and wanting to excel in it to experience the fact of it'. Finding balance and meditation on two wheels. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Mindful walking can help us face the existential questions of 'Who am I?', 'Where have I come from?', What am I doing here?' and 'Where am I going?' Through a series of 25 succinct meditations on walking, Adam Ford presents an enlightening guide to how mindfulness and walking can help us improve our conscious living, including: Taking time to breathe Finding your rhythm Being aware of your surroundings Long-distance walking Walking with others Walking by night, by rivers and canals, and exploring the cityFrom a gentle daily stroll to a brisk hike across the mountaintops, this is a powerful reading companion for rural and urban walker alike.If you like this, you might also be interested in Mindful Thoughts for Runners, Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners and Mindful Thoughts for Birdwatchers. Mindful Thoughts for Walkers explores through a series of succinct meditations, how walking is an opportunity to deepen our levels of physical, and spiritual awareness. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Do you love crosswords and word games like Wordle? Do you want to test your skills with a unique word game? If you do, then you will love this collection of anagram puzzles ideal for you to do anytime, anywhere. Use the central shaded letter, and ring of letters to complete that target 4-, 5-, 6- and 7-word answers. Other words are possible, but they will be treated as bonus words if they arent in the answers but they are in a dictionary. Unique, fun, and interactive thiscollection of brain-teasing puzzles, can be played offline and will keep you entertained for hours and hours. These mind-melting puzzles are graded from Easy to Extreme. Puzzlers must guess what the correct word is, deducing from previous words in the grid what letters go where. A clue means there is only one correct solution to each puzzle, and answers can be found at the back of the book. Whether you are looking for puzzle practiceto train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a word hunt challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled. Anagram Challenge presents a unique collection of word hunt puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to take their wordling skills to the next level. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Do you love sudoku? Do you want to test your skills with a unique maths and logic game? If you do, then you will love this collection of over 200 puzzles ideal for you to do anytime, anywhere. In Sudoku Challenge, you fill in the puzzles with the usual rules, but when the grid is complete, you then use the clue numbers to work out how to calculate the challenge number. Unique, fun, and interactive this collection of brain-teasing puzzles, can be played offline and will keep you entertained for hours and hours. Whether you are looking for puzzle practiceto train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a sudoku challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled. Sudoku Challenge presents a unique collection of puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to take their sudoku skills to the next level. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Woolley, Tom (illustrator). Paperback. With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Sports in 30 Seconds is a must for kids who enjoy watching or playing sport. Fascinating facts about our most popular team and individual sports are combined with sections on sports science, the Olympics, the health benefits of sport and the history of sport to make this book a clear winner for all junior sport fans. Each topic is presented in a concise 30-second summary, supported by a 3-second flash soundbite and full-color artwork. Fun, active elements for kids to make-and-do support the topics, encouraging them to test, explore, and discover more. With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Sport in 30 Seconds (Know it All) is a must for kids who enjoy watching or playing sport. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Caffeine is the most widely consumed mind-altering molecule in the world; we cannot get enough of it, and drinking good coffee is our delivery system. How is it that coffee has such a hold? It's all in the chemistry; the molecular structure of caffeine and the flavour-making phenols and fats that can be lured out from the bean by roasting, grinding and brewing. Making good coffee depends on understanding the science: why water has to be at a certain temperature, what method works best with which grind, how roast affects taste, what happens when you add cream, which bean you start out with. How to Make Coffee lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientist; stick to these and you will never drink an ordinary joe again. Making good coffee depends on understanding the science,How to Make Coffee lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientist. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Do you love playing Wordle? Do you want to test your skills with a more extreme version of the game? If you do, then you will love this collection of 500 extreme Wordle puzzles to do anytime, anywhere.Extreme Wordle Challenge presents a fun, interactive collection of brain-teasing puzzles, that can be played offline and will entertain for hours and hours. These mind-melting puzzles are graded from Intense to Extreme. Puzzlers must guess what the correct word is, deducing from previous words in the grid what letters go where. A clue means there is only one correct solution to each puzzle, and answers can be found at the back of the book. Whether you are looking for puzzle practice to train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a Wordle challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled.Perfect for commuters, keen puzzlers and all ardent Wordle fans, and suitable for children and adults, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who cant get enough of the sensation puzzle game and wishes they could do more! Extreme Wordle Challenge presents a collection of 500 extreme Wordle puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to test their skills with a more extreme version of the game. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Can you escape the sinking Titanic? Make your way up the decks with this exhilarating adventure puzzle book. This exciting escape book is a bustling collection of puzzles set on the Titanic during its sinking in the early hours of 15 April 1912. To survive, you must use your skills of deduction, observation and logic to solve a series of riddles, number games and code breaking conundrums. And it all starts with a desire for adventure in the year 1912. As a young traveller, you stow yourself aboard the cargo deck of the legendary Titanic. But when you find out it's sinking, you must make your way up through the ship, dodging danger and avoiding capture. In order to escape, you must solve a series of puzzles as you pass through locations that include the crew's quarters, the ship's swimming pool and library, first-class staterooms, dark water-filled corridors and sumptuous lounges. A final puzzle will determine whether you are able to reach a lifeboat. As you journey through the Titanic you encounter other passengers and members of the crew, some helpful, some hostile, and many simply trying to make their own escape, with puzzles to solve within your interactions with them. Will you be able to save any other passengers as you make your escape? The vivid illustrations and puzzles evoke the luxurious setting and stylish art and design of the time, bringing your nautical journey to life aboard RMS Titanic. The puzzles build on each other as your adventure nears its dramatic finale, and surprising clues appear as you attempt to find your way onto a lifeboat, but will you make it off the sinking ship? This thrilling and tense adventure puzzle book will keep you on the edge of your seat as you battle to escape! Escape The Titanic with this exciting illustrated book that has you climbing up the decks by solving puzzles to keep afloat. against all odds. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Febirana, Putri (illustrator). Paperback. Taking a flight is always exciting, and On the Plane Activity Book is the perfect companion for your journey. Play I Spy While I Fly', take a multiple-choice quiz and spot the identical pilots on their way through the airport. Packed with plenty to keep kids occupied at the airport or during the flight, this book also includes planes to decorate, matching games, fill-in-the-face drawing tasks, true-or-false airplane and flying facts, and behind-the-scenes diagrams to explore. All children need to do is grab some pens and pencils, get ready to draw, write and play, and let their creativity soar! Travelling can be a bit dull. unless you're racing through the pages of On the Plane Activity Book! Bursting with puzzles, quizzes and drawing tasks, this boredom-beating book will keep children entertained for hours. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Johnsson, Mélanie (illustrator). Paperback. Focusing on so much more than plastic pollution, this ahead-of-the curve book exposes the extensive damage being done to the oceans that most of us don't know about, and what simple, everyday changes we can make to help protect our seas. When we think about climate change, our first thoughts are often of burning rainforests, cities filled with smog, and mammals teetering on the brink of extinction. But what about the effects of our actions off-land? What is really going on out of sight below the surface of the waves? And what more can we do beyond just reducing our plastic usage? This book is a necessary call to act and educate ourselves on the damage human activity is having on our seas, and a guide to how you can help stop it, whether you live on the coastline or hundreds of miles from the ocean.Shocking but enlightening, it illustrates exactly what the problems are, how they impact the ocean, why it is so important to keep our oceans healthy for our own benefit, and what we can do individually and collectively to help save our seas. Oceans cover over 70% of our planet and provide us with more life support than we can comprehend. Learn how to be an ocean hero every day, and do your part to love and protect our planet before it is too late. Our oceans need our help now! Packed with facts you never knew about the effects of climate change and pollution on our oceans, and simple actions you can take every day to protect our seas, this is an urgent read for anyone interested in the fate and wellbeing of our blue planet. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Why was the first human ever captured onfilm caught by pure luck? Where is the human blind spot, and why don't you realise you haveone? What does authenticity mean in an art where originals can be reproduced infinitelyand manipulated flawlessly? More than a merecollection of trivia, this book tackles the big picture of what photography means.Photographytakes a revolutionaryapproach to understanding the 50 most thought-provoking concepts, techniques and technologies that have shaped photography into the ever-present art form it is today. Fromthe science of converting light into digitalinformation, to the philosophical implications of freezing a moment in time, big ideas are tackledin bite-sized units: two pages, 300 words andone representative image at a time. Packed with world-renowned photographs, from the earliestdaguerreotypes to cutting-edgecontemporarywork and biographies of leading photographers, this pithy analysis will capture your curiosity andexpose you to new ideas about your camera, your photography and the visual culture that surrounds you. Packed with world-renowned photographs, from the daguerreotype to polaroid and biographies of leading photographers, this book will expose you to new ideas about your camera and your photography. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. As we face a global environmental crisis, The Eco Hero Handbook addresses all your eco-anxieties and dilemmas to empower you to become part of the solution. Looking behind the slogans and exploring the myths, this handy guide offers a clear and balanced exploration of the major eco-debates, enabling you to make decisions based on facts. Featuring practical steps for positive action in all areas of your life, find solutions to all your environment-related challenges, including: How can I keep my house clean but low impact? How can I reduce my overall energy use in the home? How can I protect my plants without using chemicals? Which transport choices will help cut carbon emissions? Is it okay to eat any meat?Organised by area of life (home, out and about, work, food and activism), each issue is paired with a practical solution and the evidence to back it up. From recycling to eating sustainably, ethical fashion to being an eco-conscious tourist, this book is the essential guide to the little changes that will make a big difference. Looking behind the slogans and exploring the myths, The Eco Hero Handbook is a clear and balanced exploration in to the major eco-debates, enabling you to make decisions based on facts. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Shadow Magic contains 75 shadow animals to learn, ranging from simple one hand creations such as a swallow or a duck, to challenging two-hand shadows which allow you to create anything from a coyote to a rhinoceros. There are also simple exercises for the hands and fingers to help you prepare to make the more advanced creatures, and advice on how the different shadow animals could be used to create your own shadow theatre to entertain your friends and family. If modern party games seem stiff and soulless, step out of the shadows with this nostalgic book. Just a little practice will have you demonstrating the roar of a lion and the snap of a crocodile; and soon youll be putting on an entire show to impress your friends and family. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Amazing patterns with a mathematical essence will be revealed as you follow the simple activity instructions. Learn incredible maths facts as you draw the beautiful designs. From simple geometric patterns to fascinating fractal art, to awesome anamorphic art, and cool celtic knots, discover the beauty in maths, and the maths in beauty. Left-brain and right-brain come together to create fantastic maths art! Discover how maths can be artistic and art can be mathematical with this awesome activity book, full of fun drawing challenges with a mathematical basis. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In Nature Tonic is a beautiful mindful workbook to cherish. It encourages us to connect with nature and grow our own meditative awareness every day. Exploring meaningful ways we can all experience and appreciate the natural world, this precious guide helps us to notice and note nature's enchanting wonders, focus on the seasons, and experience simply being in nature. Author Jocelyn de Kwant invites us all to embrace the earthy roots of a beginners' mind with a daily dose of ecotherapy to soothe our souls. Practical prompts entwine with lengthier meditative notes on the joy of journaling sensory nature, the zen of forest bathing, the simple pleasures of botanical drawing, and ways to reconnect our souls with the soil. This lovingly-illustrated workbook is a timely reminder of the ways in which natural connection can enlighten and enrich our lives. Nature Tonic encourages us to connect with nature and grow our own meditative awareness every day. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Engaging author Sam Bleakley takes us on a soulful journey across the tideline of his personal and philosophical travels. Through lunar cycles and river surfing to the Taoism of nature, he reveals an acute awareness of what the oceans can tell us about our place in the natural world. Meditating on one of nature's greatest elements - its salty swells, flow and peaks - he shares life lessons in mindfulness that will be relished by surfer and non-surfer alike. Mindfulness and Surfing casts a fresh perspective on this popular sport, and explores how riding the waves can be the ultimate meditation. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Who has never stopped to gaze enviously at a bird soaring effortlessly through the sky? Or delight in a sudden burst of birdsong through an office window? Bird flight and song are symbols of freedom and inspiration for the practice of mindful awareness, which in turn offers us greater freedom in our own experience of our minds and lives. The Art of Mindful Birdwatching explores how cultivating a deeper awareness of nature's songsters is a natural focus for practicing mindfulness meditation every day.Through personal anecdote and expert insight, Claire Thompson takes us on a journey through the natural world. She reveals how, through noticing bird life in habitats from the city to the coast, we connect with nature and appreciate the beauty, freedom, and complexity all around us. Through personal anecdote and expert insight, Claire Thompson takes us on a journey through the natural world. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Fungi are an indispensable part of the great chain of life: more than 90% of the world's plant species depend on them for their nutrition. There are believed to be about 1.5 million species, thriving in virtually every habitat, from temperate to tropical, Antarctic to marine. Using beautifully coloured illustrations, this book dips into the whole range, showcasing the unusual, the familiar, the poisonous and the delicious, and sharing the stories of puffballs, deadly webcaps and devils' fingers, among others. Some are cultivated for use in different cuisines, while others are heralded for their hallucinogenic properties, or valued for use in medicine. Essential information on distribution, uses and growth partnerships is included for each species featured. Get to know what makes mushrooms magic in this handy, colourful book. Fungi introduces you to 75 fascinating fungi from around the world. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Mindful Thoughts for Fathers is a series of beautifully illustrated reflections on different aspects of fatherhood, from the joy of holding your child for the first time and teaching them about the world, all the way through to the inevitability of illness and establishing bedtimes and boundaries. Pick this book up at any stage of fatherhood and dip into the calm of mindful awareness for deeper presence and understanding. Comprised of 25 mindful reflections, each a thoughtful guide, Ady Griffiths (Vidyadasa) offers meditative reflections into the everyday details and bigger picture of fathering in today's hectic world. In this carefully crafted little book, he encourages every father to find and embrace a mindful daily awareness for deeper presence, acceptance and understanding. Covering topics such as the father's changing identity, loving yourself as well as your loved ones and being 'good enough', this book aims to address the internal worries and struggles of fathers during one of the most challenging and rewarding phases of life.Whether you pick this little book up in a time of crisis, or in a moment of rare stillness, allow yourself to be guided through some of the ups and downs in a father's life, and let your mind pause to enjoy and cherish every stage of your child's life. Mindful Thoughts for Fathers is a lovingly crafted and beautifully illustrated book of reflections that all fathers can dip into during a quiet moment to inform, reassure, and help enhance their parenting journey with loving-kindness. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Creative Flow is a mindful workbook to treasure, encouraging the use of focused creativity to cultivate beautiful awareness every day. Exploring meaningful ways we can appreciate each of life's precious moments, this enchanting guide helps us to notice and note, embrace play, and focus again on breathing and simply being. Author Jocelyn de Kwant invites us all to embrace a beginners' mind, to add time back into our busy lives using the art of creative mindfulness. Practical prompts entwine with lengthier meditative notes on the joys of doodling and scribbling, and the joy of sensory play and reconnecting with the natural world. This lovingly-illustrated workbook is a timely reminder of the ways in which creative flow can enhance and enrich our lives. Exploring meaningful ways we can appreciate each of life's precious moments, this enchanting guide helps us to notice and note, embrace play and focus again on breathing and simply being. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. If you're thinking of getting a new pup, The Right Dog for You is a must-read. This easy-to-understand guide to the personalities of over 115 breeds allows you to be sure you'll choose the perfect companion. With all-round guidance on selecting a dog, this fully illustrated comprehensive breed directory - including new crossbreeds such as labradoodles - is packed full of useful information. Arranged by size, small to large, each concise entry begins with a brief history of the breed before revealing essential details on the dog's personality, care needs, behavioural traits and things to expect as an owner. Breed specifications are also provided, alongside a handy graphic showing how much grooming, feeding and exercise your prospective pup might need. Buy this book: it will send you to the breeder or rescue centre brimming with confidence - leaving you free to lose your heart to a dog that you know will fit in with your lifestyle. Covering over 115 breeds, The Right Dog for You is the indispensable guide to choosing the ideal breed to match you and your familys lifestyle. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Mindfulness for Black Dogs & Blue Days is an enlightening insight into depression - an experience that will affect one in five of us at some point in our lives. Richard Gilpin shares his ongoing journey with his 'black dog' - shedding light on this often misunderstood subject - and explores how the art and practice of mindfulness can help to train and mind that faithful companion. The book also includes short contributions from internationally recognised experts in the field of mindfulness. An enlightening insight into depression - an experience that will affect one in five of us at some point in our lives. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. We know how important happiness is for ourselves but when it comes to pets, making sure they're happy - as opposed to obedient, say - is often underrated. Yet there's plenty of fresh science that shows that a happy, engaged pet is easy to live with and creates happiness in its owners, too.How to Raise a Happy Dog shows what you can learn from your pet's behaviour and body language, offer a mass of practical ways to raise your pet's happiness levels, and show you how to connect with them in the way they'll love best. Building on recent scientific developments into animal behavioural science, this book's methods aim to increase inter-species understanding and encouraging the behaviour you do want, while discouraging the behaviour you don't. Divided into 6 chapters, each of which contains plenty of easy-to-follow activities which owners can carry out themselves, this book will become an invaluable resource for building and strengthening the bond between human and dog.Sections include:How you can get to know your dog better; How to develop happiness in different areas, from exercising to playing; A guide to different stages in a dog's life and at how to tailor activities to a puppy or to an ageing dog.Perfect for dog owners who want to get to know their canine friends as individuals, this indispensable book offers a new angle that gives owners lots of customized ideas for having fun with their pet, as well as explaining behaviours that they may have previously found baffling. How to Raise a Happy Dog focuses on the happiness to be found in the person/pet relationship and includes dozens of ideas for activities and hacks you can build into daily life with your pet, from spontaneous play and activities to making them the perfect sleep spot. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.