Author: Peter Henshaw Publisher: ISBN: 9781845845384 Category : Dogs Languages : en Pages :
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Even if you're on a budget, with good planning and a little effort you can create an attractive outdoor environment that will actively enhance your relationship with your dog; a place where you can enjoy playing and relaxing together.
Author: Karen Bush Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845382 Category : Languages : en Pages : 367
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Does your garden look more like a prison exercise yard than somewhere to relax? Or is it a beautiful haven that you’d like to stay that way when your new dog arrives? From dealing with the practicalities of escape-proof fencing, to discouraging unwanted toilet activities in the rockery, this book will help you solve the problems that other gardening and dog-care books don’t touch on. Green fingers are an asset, but not essential – these tips are useful for everyone. Whatever your budget or plot size, with a little effort and imagination you can create an attractive outdoor environment that will actively enhance your relationship with your dog; a place where you can enjoy playing and relaxing together. Covering safety, planting, garden projects, and much more, this book is packed with practical advice and innovative ideas to help you and your dog enjoy your garden.
Author: Thomas Barthel Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1935484958 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 303
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For dog owners and garden lovers alike, Dogscaping presents a plan for the family dog to live in perfect harmony with a green, beautiful backyard. Whether the family dog is a demon digger like a terrier or a shade-seeking greyhound, Dogscaping offers solutions for all dog owners to create the perfect backyard and garden for all members of the human and canine family. Tom Barthel, a certified master gardener and devoted dog owner, approaches the topic of landscaping for dogs organically;figuratively and literally, whenever possible. Encouraging the reader to pursue organic methods, the author includes a terrific chapter on organic lawns and offers tips for maintaining an earth-friendly (and dog-friendly) green-as-can-be lawn. Between the chapters of this book are profiles called "Organic Gardener: Organic Dog," in which he tells entertaining success stories of dog-owning organic gardeners and hobby farmers. In the chapter "Site Planning and Plant Selection," Barthel advises on how to plan the backyard space taking the dog's habits and proclivities in mind and then makes recommendations for various kinds of vines, groundcovers, shrubs, and urine-resistant plants. In its chapter about maintaining the garden and backyard, Dogscaping presents various organic pest and weed control options, which are safe for the dog and practical for the gardener. The author also offers a list of pest-discouraging plants and methods to deter unwanted weeds and visitors (gophers, deer, squirrels, etc.). In the greenest chapter in the book, "Recycling Home, Garden, and Yard Waste," Barthel makes a compelling case for composting, cataloging both the advantages and savings and offering an easy five-step method of composting. Other additions to the dog-friendly backyard include planting fruits and vegetables, adding a water feature, and incorporating decks, gazebos, pathways, and lighting, all of which are covered in individual chapters in this beautifully photographed book. The final chapter of the book "Creating Doggy Nirvana" provides fun ideas for owners to include dog-specific features into their backyard designs, including a pooch pergola, doggy sandbox, and disappearing fountain. The appendix provides US and North American zone maps. Index included.
Author: Kirsten Häusler and Barbara Friedrich Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845847393 Category : Languages : en Pages : 150
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A unique and practical guide for owners whose dogs develop this debilitating disease, and who want to know all about how best to help their loyal companion, by understanding how their vet will treat the condition, and what kind of issues they need to be aware of. Includes information on exercises, and hints on how to get your dog moving after surgery, all written in an easy-to-understand style. Discover how to motivate your dog towards recovery!
Author: Martina Schops Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 184584775X Category : Languages : en Pages : 103
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Do you enjoy treating your dog every now and then with something delicious? The answer is: Of course you do! Whether you want to reward him for an achievement during training or just give him a treat from time to time, these little extras will increase his motivation and strengthen the bond between the two of you.
Author: Gill Carrick Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845846990 Category : Languages : en Pages : 159
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When dogs contract arthritis – as over a fifth do – they can’t tell you what hurts or how they’re feeling, nor can they ask for help. They just have to suffer in silence ... until now. This book gives our canine friends the voice they’ve been longing for. With expert input from vets, dog dieticians and specialists in complementary therapies, it covers a range of topics, and answers all the vital questions raised by this disease, helping owners judge when their canine companion needs help. Featuring case histories and owner insight, it’s an invaluable companion to dog owners and anyone considering getting a dog. Areas covered include: types of canine arthritis; the importance of an early diagnosis; the different kinds of treatment available; hopes for the future. This practical owner’s guide demonstrates that a diagnosis of arthritis doesn’t have to be the end of your dog’s world.
Author: Kirsten Häusler and Barbara Friedrich Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845847407 Category : Languages : en Pages : 134
Book Description
A practical guide for owners whose dogs develop this debilitating disease, and who want to know all about how best to help their dog, by understanding how their vet will treat the condition, and what kind of issues they need to be aware of. It includes information on exercise, and hints on how to get your dog moving again after surgery.
Author: David Alderton and Derek Hall Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845935 Category : Languages : en Pages : 280
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How to recognise and understand the changes – both mental and physical – that occur as your dog ages; how to manage these changes successfully, and thus how to make the senior canine years more enjoyable and fulfilling for both you and your beloved companion.
Author: Cheryl Murphy Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1787114074 Category : Languages : en Pages : 112
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Celebrating the unique, individual characters of dogs, and how they choose to spend their leisure time. The terrific dogs pictured in the book have not been asked to perform tricks; they are simply demonstrating their zest for life, oblivious to the click of the camera.
Author: Christiane Blenski Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1787118010 Category : Languages : en Pages : 80
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Dogs use their whole body to communicate - teeth, ears, eyes, fur, tail, body posture - and this book explains the meaning behind this body language, whilst also providing background information and practical tips. Written in a straightforward, jargon-free manner, it will help you learn to pay attention to your dog's body signals and interpret them correctly.
Author: Peter Henshaw
Author: Karen Bush
Author: Thomas Barthel
Author: Kirsten Häusler and Barbara Friedrich
Author: Martina Schops
Author: Gill Carrick
Author: Kirsten Häusler and Barbara Friedrich
Author: David Alderton and Derek Hall
Author: Cheryl Murphy
Author: Christiane Blenski