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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Perhaps you thought training a cat was an impossible task. Maybe you think your cat's too independent, too stubborn or too wild. Not so! In 50 Ways to Train Your Cat, author Sally Franklin's easy training methods keep feline instincts in mind. You can achieve wonderful results by working with your cat's nature rather than against it. At the same time you'll create a deeper bond with your cat through increased interaction and positive reinforcement. Among other things, your cat will learn to leave the curtains alone, climb up--and down!--a tree and get along with dogs. More precocious cats can try tricks like swimming and retrieving. Sally Franklin's methods proceed at a cat's own pace, and bring even the most difficult skills within your cat's reach. By spending just a few minutes each day, you'll make life with your cat easier, happier and more fulfilling. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Mind Over Golf Whether you struggle to break 100 or consistently break par, you've already discovered that golf is the most mentally demanding of all sports. Dr. Richard Coop, one of the foremost sports psychologists in the country, has developed a unique mental approach to the game, helping both skilled pros and beginning amateurs alike to play better. Mind Over Golf examines all the demanding psychological challenges of golf and explains in detail how to conquer them. Golfers have discovered that there are ways to lower their scores that go beyond getting tips on their swing and stance. In order to play better, you have to find the key that allows your natural athletic ability to come to the fore, without being impeded by anxiety about making a poor shot. By following Dr. Coop's principles and ideas you'll be in the strongest possible position, both physically and mentally, to put your best swing on each shot. As Payne Stewart says in his foreword to Mind Over Golf, "Not everyone can swing like a tour pro, but most everyone has it within himself or herself to think like one, and Dr. Coop lays the foundation for that within these pages." Visit us online at http://www mcp.com/mgr/macmillan. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Your reward is a well-behaved dog! Young and old, large and small, pedigreed and mixed-breed, dogs respond to clicker training. Preferred by many professionals, clicker training is a positive, precise, and effective method of reinforcing good behavior. Noted dog trainer Miriam Fields-Babineau explains clicker training techniques step by step so that all dog owners can use the approach. Whether you want to train your dog to obey basic commands, perform tricks, compete in performance sports, or do service work, clicker training gets results and enhances your relationship with your dog. Focusing on actual techniques rather than theory and science, this book explains how to: Use the three-step pattern: lure, click, reward Use an appropriate tone of voice and the right verbal cues Incorporate visual cues, with suggestions for signals for specific actions Distraction-proof your dog, teaching him to focus on you (and the clicker) even when there's lots of commotion With real-life examples from the author's experiences plus photos that illustrate proper form, this book will get you and your dog enthusiastic about training.It's truly rewarding! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In this title, the authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs - now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Once the favorite pet of the Chinese imperial court, the Shih Tzu today is a perennially popular companion dog - playful, affectionate, and irresistibly cuddly. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Shih Tzu, including: an in-depth look at the Shih Tzu temperament; the fascinating history of the breed; tips for selecting a Shih Tzu puppy or adult dog; pointers on feeding, grooming, and health; and, savvy advice on housebreaking and basic training. Bonus chapters available on companion Web site. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In paperback at last -- the definitive guide to parrot training. Originally published as The Pleasure of Their Company: An Owner's Guide to Parrot Training, this amply illustrated book is just what parrot owners need to bring up happy, well-behaved pets. You get:*Hands-on advice from one of the nation's foremost parrot authorities*A thorough explanation of "normal" parrot behavior and the benefits of training*Coverage of everything from gentling fledglings and basic obedience to potty training, speech, and tricks". The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. This title offers a positive agility training method that's fun for you and your dog. Designed expressly for dog owners who want the interactive thrill of agility sports without the rigid rules, pressures, and expenses of competition, "Having Fun with Agility" is a practical, down-to-earth guide to today's most popular canine sport. The seasoned trainer and award-winning writer Margaret Bonham explains proven, positive methods - such as clicker training - that will help your dog perform the kinds of fabulous feats you see at competitions. Whether your pet's a Chihuahua or a Great Dane, a Basset Hound or a mixed breed, "Having Fun with Agility" will help you and your dog master the basics - and enjoy doing it. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This work provides authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs - now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Your puppy is so irresistibly cute, so totally captivating - and soooooo aggravating and frustrating when she eliminates inside. This guide will help you housetrain your puppy or dog quickly and save your sanity and your carpet! It includes information on: how a pup's mother teaches the first house-training lesson; a shopping list of things you'll need; advice for the all-important first two days; how-to information for crate, paper, and outdoor training; guidance for solving special housetraining problems; and, tips on marking an outdoor spot, warning signals, and more. With this book, it won't be long before you're happily saying, 'Good puppy' instead of, 'Oh no! Uh-oh'. The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Your puppy is so irresistibly cute, so totally captivating-and soooooo aggravating and frustrating when she eliminates inside. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "Dog-world devotees will find this as gripping as any thriller."-Publishers' Weekly. A revised paperback edition, with new photos of rescue dog operations at the World Trade Center and other sites First published in 1991, "Search and Rescue Dogs" is the definitive guide to training dogs for search and rescue operations. Created by the nation's oldest search dog organization, ARDA, it shows dog owners and rescue teams how to train dogs properly for all kinds of missions, including water, wilderness, disaster and avalanche. For this first-ever paperback edition, ARDA has updated the book with new information, a more user-friendly interior design, and a salute to 9/11's hero dogs. Photographs of ARDA members who participated in searches at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and Oklahoma City illustrate -The Crucial Importance of Rescue Dog Operations. A guide to training dogs for search and rescue operations. Created by the search dog organization ARDA, it shows dog owners and rescue teams how to train dogs properly for various kinds of missions, including water, scent-driven, and avalanche rescues. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. 'True horsemanship training is about people first' - Charles Wilhelm. Charles Wilhelm's Ultimate Foundation Training has transformed thousands of horses into more responsive, mannerly companions. In this book, Wilhelm trains you to use his tried and true principles in training your horse. Go inside the horse's mind to see how he thinks and learns, so you can communicate in a language your horse understands. Discover why and how foundation training works.Wilhelm's uniquely successful methods will help you build a relationship that's more rewarding for both you and your horse - one that lasts a lifetime. This title helps you to: discover why working with your horse should be fun - and why you should stop if it isn't; learn to identify your horse's emotional level and personality type; find out the ten secrets your horse wishes he could tell you; understand why consistency is essential in establishing desired behavior; communicate with your horse using the right combination of pressure and release, patience, persistence, and conscientious follow-through; and, recognize why it's never, ever the horse's fault. The author's Ultimate Foundation Training has transformed thousands of horses into more responsive, mannerly companions. This book intends to train you to use his principles in training your horse. It helps you communicate with your horse using the right combination of pressure and release, patience, persistence, and conscientious follow-through. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The definitive guide to dressage--the art, science, and secrets of graceful horsemanship for riders who want to exude natural elegance in the saddle Dressage has been described as "a beautiful ballet on horseback." It embodies an innate grace, a seemingly effortless flow, and an easy harmony between horse and rider. Dressage elevates riding from a sport to an art form. One of the fastest growing equestrian sports in America, it appeals to competitive riders as well as those who simply want to improve their mounts and their skills. Because the principles of dressage encompass the art and science of horsemanship and every aspect of the horse-rider relationship, dressage training enhances other equestrian disciplines. The exercises and patterns help improve the horse's overall balance and athleticism and make the mount more responsive. Ideal for beginning enthusiasts or people who simply want to appreciate the elegance and finesse of classical riding, Deciphering Dressage unlocks the secrets of classical, precision riding.It covers: Choosing and caring for a suitable dressage horse Buying tack and riding apparel Sitting the horse correctly and using aids or subtle signals to cue the horse Preparing for competitions Riding a dressage test Competition and scoring Recognized shows, schooling shows, ride-a-tests, and eventing Complete with over fifty photographs and drawings, as well as step-by-step explanations of exercises and maneuvers, this guide helps riders master the basics of this exceptionally demanding and rewarding discipline. The definitive guide to dressage--the art, science, and secrets of graceful horsemanship for riders who want to exude natural elegance in the saddle Dressage has been described as "a beautiful ballet on horseback. " It embodies an innate grace, a seemingly effortless flow, and an easy harmony between horse and rider. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs - now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! A freshwater aquarium offers an endlessly fascinating pageant of movement and color. But how do you set up a tank and select the right fish? And how do you maintain an aquarium to keep your fish happy and healthy? This updated guide delivers the answers, providing all the facts and advice you need, including: tips on setting up and designing your aquarium; an illustrated guide to popular tropical fish; pointers on selecting the right mix of fish; the lowdown on maintaining your aquarium; guidance on keeping your fish healthy; and, the scoop on how to breed your fish. A freshwater aquarium offers an endlessly fascinating pageant of movement and color. But how do you set up a tank and select the right fish? And how do you maintain an aquarium to keep your fish happy and healthy? This guide delivers the answers, providing various facts and advice you need, including tips on setting up and designing your aquarium. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is a legendary dog trainer's classic guide - now revised and updated. First published in the 1960s, Winifred Strickland's celebrated guide has helped generations of dog owners succeed with obedience training. Now updated to reflect changes in AKC obedience regulations since the last edition was published in 1988, the book presents a commonsense, no-gimmicks approach to training that has stood the test of time, a remarkable achievement in dog training. It covers all aspects of obedience, from housebreaking a puppy to handling a dog in competition, and offers detailed guidance on each level of the AKC Obedience Trials - Novice, Open, and Utility - as well as Tracking. Complete with helpful training tips, answers to frequently asked questions, and 150 photographs, this is an indispensable resource for everyone involved in obedience training - students, competitors, and instructors. Winifred G. Strickland (Landenburg, PA) is one of the world's premier dog trainers - the winner of a record 207 AKC obedience titles. At age eighty-four, she is still actively training and competing. Helps dog owners with obedience training. This book covers various aspects of obedience, from housebreaking a puppy to handling a dog in competition, and offers guidance on each level of the AKC Obedience Trials (Novice, Open, and Utility), and Tracking. It includes helpful training tips, answers to frequently asked questions, and 150 photographs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs - now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Originally bred as badger hunters, Dachshunds today are among the world's favorite family pets - clever, inquisitive, fun-loving dogs who are a joy to own. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Dachshund, including: an in-depth look at the Dachshund temperament; the fascinating history of the breed; tips for selecting a Dachshund puppy or adult dog; pointers on feeding, grooming, and health; and, savvy advice on housebreaking and basic training. A bonus chapter available on companion web site. Originally bred as badger hunters, Dachshunds are among the world's favorite family pets - clever, inquisitive, fun-loving dogs who are a joy to own. This guide offers you the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Dachshund, including: a look at the Dachshund temperament and the history of the breed. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Master the essentials of clutter-busting - in a single evening! Clutter. The littlest things of life - scraps of paper from the mail, shirts draped over chair backs, odds and ends on the counter - have a way of piling up, getting under foot, gathering dust, and clogging up space. Don't worry! "The Learning Annex Presents Uncluttering Your Space" will soon have you bidding farewell to chaos at home and enjoying the clarity of organization. The Learning Annex employs top experts to teach more than 300,000 students across North America each year - so rest assured that their methods are proven, practical, quick, and easy to apply.In the space of these pages, you'll discover: how to determine your clutter patterns; how to whip each room in your house into shape; how to create a plan to beat clutter and redesign your environment; and, the inside scoop from instructor and student experience. Full of sidebars and other special features, "The Learning Annex Presents Uncluttering Your Space" re-creates the authentic seminar experience to give you the tools and knowledge you need to win out over clutter and keep it from coming back - and all in a single night's reading! The littlest things of life - scraps of paper from the mail, shirts draped over chair backs, odds and ends on the counter - have a way of piling up, getting under foot, gathering dust, and clogging up space. This title helps you discover how to determine your clutter patterns and how to create a plan to beat clutter and redesign your environment. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Imagine four dogs, competing against each other side-by-side on two separate racing lanes. Then picture a packed crowd of spirited spectators waiting to hear "Get Your Ball" and the excited barking of the competitors at the cue to start the race. If you can envision racing lanes with four jumps, spaced ten feet apart, and a Flyball box at the end of each lane you know the thrill of Flyball Racing. The anticipation of a great race is just one of the resaons that Flyball Racing has become such a popular sport for dog enthusiasts all over the world. The enthusiasm pervades this comprehensive book that includes all of the details about this fun and friendly competition. Flyball Racing: The Dog Sport for Everyone is the perfect guide for everyone from the novice participant to the experienced competitor. You will be taught how Flyball Racing has developed from its humble beginnings in a wood shop to a sport that, due to its large number of participants, has become a more formalized competition. You'll find out that all breeds (including mixed breeds) are eligible for play, how to train your dog for the sport, the equipment you need and the rules and regulations that direct all facets of Flyball Racing. Other chapters include teamwork and how to build your own team, the role of the North American Flyball Association, how to get into competition and how to host a tournament. There is even a special section that breaks down the individual parts of flyball training in a performance checklist. The text of Flyball Racing is enhanced by numerous photos of competition in action that illustrate the spirit of the sport. An indispensable guide to a thrilling relay race, Flyball Racing is the ideal book to own, learn from and refer back to as you enjoy the competition.A Howell Dog Book of Distinction "Flyball Racing: The Dog Sport for Everyone" Imagine four dogs, competing against each other side-by-side on two separate racing lanes. Then picture a packed crowd of spirited spectators waiting to hear "Get Your Ball" and the excited barking of the competitors at the cue to start the race. If you can envision racing lanes with four jumps, spaced ten feet apart, and a Flyball box at the end of each lane — you know the thrill of Flyball Racing. The anticipation of a great race is just one of the resaons that Flyball Racing has become such a popular sport for dog enthusiasts all over the world. The enthusiasm pervades this comprehensive book that includes all of the details about this fun and friendly competition. "Flyball Racing: The Dog Sport for Everyone" is the perfect guide for everyone from the novice participant to the experienced competitor. You will be taught how Flyball Racing has developed from its humble beginnings in a wood shop to a sport that, due to its large number of participants, has become a more formalized competition. You'll find out that all breeds (including mixed breeds) are eligible for play, how to train your dog for the sport, the equipment you need and the rules and regulations that direct all facets of Flyball Racing. Other chapters include teamwork and how to build your own team, the role of the North American Flyball Association, how to get into competition and how to host a tournament. There is even a special section that breaks down the individual parts of flyball training in a performance checklist. The text of Flyball Racing is enhanced by numerous photos of competition in action that illustrate the spirit of the sport. An indispensableguide to a thrilling relay race, Flyball Racing is the ideal book to own, learn from and refer back to as you enjoy the competition. A Howell Dog Book of Distinction Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Learn what you need to know about wine - in a single evening! Though more and more Americans enjoy wine each year, many still feel intimidated by the subject. The image of the wine snob - swirling glass in hand, taking luxurious sniffs, and spouting obscure factoids about the vintage - persists, making the rest of us feel lost in a seemingly elite world. In fact, anyone and everyone can appreciate wine."The Learning Annex Presents the Pleasure of Wine" is a straightforward guide that squeezes a seminar's worth of information into a book and answers questions such as: What are the different types of wine? What kinds of wine come from France, Italy, North America, Australia and New Zealand, South Africa, and South America? How do I taste wine, and how do I pair wine with food? What are some fun ways to integrate wine into my life? Full of sidebars and other special features, "The Learning Annex Presents the Pleasure of Wine" gives you the tools and knowledge you need to select, judge, and enjoy wine - and all in a single night's reading! Though more and more Americans enjoy wine, many still feel intimidated by the subject. This book and answers questions such as: What are the different types of wine? What kinds of wine come from France, Italy, North America, Australia and New Zealand, South Africa, and South America? And how do I taste wine, and how do I pair wine with food? Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. It's you against your 30 billion fat cells! These fat cells stay with you forever and can expand to store as much fat as you choose to stash in them. This book aims to tell you how your body works, how it stores energy, how it stores fuel (fat), how it moves around, and how to get it to burn instead of storing it. The book then helps you to take that knowledge and plan eating and activities that will work for you. This work aims to tell you how your body works, how it stores energy, how it stores fuel (fat), how it moves around, and how to get it to burn instead of storing it. The book then helps you to take that knowledge and plan eating and activities that will work for you. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "A clearheaded study of what life can do to us and possible ways to begin again." - Carl A. Whitaker, M.D., author of Midnight Musings of a Family Therapist and coauthor of The Family Crucible Women and men who have been deeply hurt by someone they love often experience a pain that spirals out to undermine their work, relationships, self--esteem, and even their sense of reality. In Forgiving the Unforgivable, author Beverly Flanigan, a leading authority on forgiveness, defines such unforgivable injuries, explains their poisonous effects, and then guides readers out of the paralyzing anger and resentment. As a Fellow of the Kellogg Foundation, Flanigan conducted a pioneering study of forgiveness, and from that study, from her clinical practice, and from her many years of teaching, researching, and conducting professional workshops and seminars, she devised a unique six--stage program, presented here. Filled with inspiring real--life examples, Forgiving the Unforgivable is both a practical and a comforting guide to recovery and healing. Now available in trade paperback, Forgiving the Unforgivable presents a six-stage program that guides people out of the paralyzing anger and resentment caused by unforgivable emotional injuries. "Inspiring and thought-provoking . . . should give comfort to those who thought they could never trust a loved one again".--Publishers Weekly. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This title offers authoritative, easy-to-follow guidance in giving your cat the best possible care. Written by the former president of the Academy of Feline Medicine and the proprietor of a feline-only veterinary clinic, "Guide to a Healthy Cat" is the definitive guide to feline well-being. Dr. Elaine Wexler-Mitchell provides the most up-to-date information about cat health, including vaccine recommendations, new therapeutic diets, and the latest treatments for kidney disease. You'll find everything you need to know about raising a kitten, feeding the finicky feline, grooming for good health, caring for a senior cat, and keeping peace in a multi-cat home.From the scoop on litter boxes to the keys to feline mental health, this user-friendly guide is packed with plain-English explanations and advice to help keep your cat healthy, including: a thorough discussion of feline disease-how to combat it and manage it; the latest on proper nutrition and the best foods for your cat; sensible, practical advice on keeping your cat safe from household dangers, chapters on how to tell if your cat is sick and whether it's an emergency, what the most common veterinary diagnostic tests are and what the results mean, and what items in your medicine cabinet are safe to give to your cat-and which ones are not; information on what you can catch from your cat and how to control allergies to cats; the latest developments in keeping cats flea-free; and, a glossary of veterinary and cat terms."Guide to a Healthy Cat" gives you all the knowledge and tools you need to understand your cat and his or her health needs - and provide the best care. Offers information about cat health, including vaccine recommendations, therapeutic diets, and the treatments for kidney disease. This book presents various things you need to know about raising a kitten, feeding the finicky feline, grooming for good health, caring for a senior cat, and keeping peace in a multi-cat home. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is the classic guide to dressage training, now revised and updated. Dressage the art of making horse and rider move gracefully as one has become an increasingly popular competitive sport at horse shows and the Olympics. This book, first published in 1994, is a unique guide to the art and technique of dressage, written by one of the most renowned equestrian trainers in the world today. Now revised, "Training Strategies for the Dressage Rider" offers a complete training system for both horse and rider, paying special attention to how a rider's actions can influence a mount.The book provides practical, in-the-saddle advice on the whole range of dressage topics classical equitation, a rider's seat and aids, basic gaits, gymnastic improvement, horse insubordination, clinics and competitions, and more. Whether readers want to prepare for dressage competitions or simply to improve their riding skills, this book is a matchless guide. Charles de Kunffy (Northern California) is one of the most prominent dressage experts in the world.A Hungarian-born lecturer, coach, and judge at American Horse Show Association (AHSA) and Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) events, he is the author of several books on classical riding, including "The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse" (0-87605-896-9). Dressage, the art of making horse and rider move gracefully as one, is a popular competitive sport at horse shows and the Olympics. This book offers a complete training system for both horse and rider, paying attention to how a rider's actions can influence a mount. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.