The Tao of Bow Wow is not just any dog training book. Part how-to, part primer in the ways of Tao, this unique guide to training and understanding your dog will revolutionize the way owners view their dogs. Not only does veteran dog trainer Deborah Wood explain how the principles of Tao can be used to train your dog in a clear, prescriptive fashion, but she also shows owners how to better communicate with and relate to their dogs using these same principles. Included in this companion designed for easy reference are: Quick simple instructions for teaching the essential commands for a dog's safety and well-being: sit, stay, heel, down, come and stand. The best (and the worst) games to play with your dogs. Dog Qi, true telepathic communication between you and your dog How to use meditation, massage, and exercise to achieve true peaceful companionship The Tao of Bow Wow is an essential guide for any animal lover seeking to have a truly profound and joyful relationship with their dog.

The Tao of Bow Wow: Understanding and Training Your Dog the Taoist Way

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Wood, Deborah

Pets & Animal Care

Random House Publishing Group

Use the gentle principles of Taoism to forge a profound and joyful relationship with your cat. The epitome of yin-yang, the cat is perfectly balanced between tame and wild, sociability and solitude, action and rest. Called inscrutable and mysterious, perhaps even recalcitrant, felines have been deemed difficult to understand and train. Not anymore. Using the kind, gentle principles of Taoism, veteran trainer Deborah Wood introduces her revolutionary "no force, no punishment" method of creating a loving, harmonious relationship with your cat . . . a companionship filled with unparalleled rewards and unconditional love. Discover: Step-by-step remedies for difficult problems: refusal to use the litter box, aggression, clawing furniture, and spraying urine Cat massage and other techniques to increase the flow of qi and create telepathic communication between human and animal Interactive human-cat games to give the cat essential mental and physical stimulation The practice of wu wei, action through nonaction, to enrich your relationship Taoist diet needs, a path to understanding a cat's finicky eating, and the best foods for glowing health

The Tao of Meow: Understanding and Training Your Cat the Taoist Way

Dell

Tao of Meow, the 8c MIX Prepack

Romance

Historical

When a terrible flood hits Oregon City, Caroline enlists Daniel's aid to fix her leaking roof, and when he stays to help Caroline make two orphaned twins' first Christmas as joyous as possible, the two fall in love. Original.

Caroline's Promise

Jove

The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating: Using Cold Noses to Find Warm Hearts

Unleash your love life by walking your dog! Think romance has gone to the dogs? You're right-and it's actually a good thing! Studies show you're three times more likely to meet someone if you have a dog with you. So leash up your pooch and get ready to enter the world of meeting, greeting, and falling in love with dog lovers and their dogs in The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating. Combining wit, warmth, and wisdom with lots of practical advice, dog trainer Deborah Wood shows you the techniques of dog experts-as well as the secrets of the American Kennel Club!-for finding the right human mate for you. She offers encouragement and inspiration for the romantically challenged dog lover, providing a list of the best and worst date breeds and activities you can do with your dog to meet new friends-and maybe even Mr. or Ms. Right. You'll see how to: * Find the hot spots where single dog lovers congregate * Break the ice with conversation starters that are perfect for dog lovers * Train your dog to fetch a date * Write a canine-friendly personal ad * Ensure that your dog and your new love get along * Spot dog owners who should be avoided * Use your dog to prolong a date-or end it
Featuring a host of true-life love stories and fun, revealing self-quizzes, The Dog Lover's Guide to Dating will help you find your perfect match!

Parenting & Relationships

Howell Book House

This book describes in detail all the excitement behind the 2001 Westminster Kennel Club dog show. Get ready for a suspenseful telling of the events leading up to the big, two day spectacular that is Westminster—culminating in thefamous Best in Show broadcast. You'll find personal accounts of triumph over tragedy—for both humans and canines.

Top Dogs: Making it to Westminster

Jenny, seeking a home for a little orphaned girl named Elise, takes the child to Elise's uncle, a solitary lighthouse keeper in Oregon who has a troubled past, and, slowly, all three discover the redemptive power of love. Original.

Heart's Song (Homespun)

Diamond Books

Award-winning author Deborah Wood details how to safely and gently train your little dog, communicate effectively, deal with problem behaviors, and participate in size-appropriate games and activities. Colorful sidebars and numerous photographs highlight key information and provide extra training tips that every owner will appreciate.

Little Dogs: Training Your Pint-Sized Companion

Tfh Pubns Inc

Want to treat your little dog like royalty? Indulge his every desire or whim? When your pooch is more like a friend or family member than a pet, he deserves the best. 
High on the list of doggie indulgences are fancy collars, fabulous footwear, and canine couture. An outfit for your dog can be a t-shirt, or a head-to-toe ensemble (like the tourist look: a little straw hat, a floral shirt, and a pair of teeny-tiny tennis shoes!). And buying special products is just one of the many way to pamper your pooch. There are also many activities that can be catered to dogs, like pedicures, massages, and exercise plans. 
Discover the multitude of ways to pamper your pup with this fresh, new title. Learn how to create doggie duds for less, how to make the holidays special for a pooch, and even how to keep the house looking fashionable when dealing with doggie drool and shedding. 
Superbly designed, chock-full of practical information, and just plain fun, The Little Dogs' Beauty Book is the dog owner's comprehensive guide to making your furry friend feel like royalty.

The Little Dogs' Beauty Book

Does your little dog seem to have boundless energy? Are you searching for new ways to not only keep your vivacious small friend entertained but also avoid destructive behavior and encourage healthy habits? 
 The Little Dogs' Activity Book provides dozens of ideas on how to get active with small dogs (defined as those weighing less than 20 pounds) both inside and outside the home, to alleviate boredom, and keep your pet fit and cheerful. This unique guide includes step-by-step instructions for amusing tricks, enjoyable outdoor sports, instructions for games (including dog-themed puzzles), delightful doggy parties, and even travel. This book also offers tips for dogs and people who have limited mobility, a disability, or age-related challenges. The fun design includes photos and illustrations that help inspire little dog owners to develop fresh ideas for their diminutive canine friends. 
 If you have been looking for the best ways to keep your small dog amused, The Little Dogs' Activity Book is a fantastic and fun resource to help avert problem behaviors while encouraging happiness and wellness in your petite pet.

The Little Dogs' Activity Book: Fun and Frolic for a Fit Four-legged Friend

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