Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?Re=3295&N=3+5614+6601 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1682428 Cesar Millan uses his unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions. This book draws on his experience to present ninety-eight essential lessons that will help any owner apply the key aspects of Cesars celebrated philosophy to create the most fulfilling life possible with their dogs. Cesar delves into crucial themes that go beyond obedience-school basics to reveal the hearts and minds of our beloved pets. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1713107 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1738313 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1674334 Award winning journalist Brian McGrory goes head to beak in a battle royale with another male for a top spot in his home, vying for dominance with the familys pet rooster. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1713195 A guide to canine care covers such topics as the comparative health of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, the benefits and consequences of common health care practices, and how to identify best pet foods. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1712040 Today, Wallace is a champion; but in the summer of 2005, he was living in a shelter, a refugee from a suspicious pit bull-breeding operation. Then Andrew Roo Yori entered the picture. A scientist and shelter volunteer, Roo could immediately see that Wallace was something special. When Roo learned that Wallace was about to be put down, he and his wife franticly fought to keep Wallace alive until they could adopt him--even though they already had two dogs. Once Wallace made it home, Roo knew the dog needed a mission, and serendipity led them to the world of competitive dog Frisbee. Pit bulls are everything that most Frisbee dogs arent, but that was fine with Roo--because part of his mission was to change peoples minds about pit bulls. Overcoming everything from injuries to prejudice against the breed, the unlikely pair persevered to become world champions. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1254793 In a follow-up to his first two books, veterinarian Nick Trout offers a funny, moving, and thoughtful memoir about the animals hes had all his life. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1305474 From renowned anthrozoologist Dr. John Bradshaw comes a clear-headed examination of how the latest scientific research on dog behavior can improve our relationships with our canine companions. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1393245 Rin-Tin-Tin was discovered on a WWI battlefield in 1918. The adorable German shepherd went on to star in several movies throughout the 1920s and 30s. Eventually, his legacy was cemented in a popular 1950s television program. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1185281 This volume contains inspiring, funny, and heartwarming stories about cats told from the perspective of Deweys Mom, librarian Myron. Includes never-before-told stories about Dewey, along with other touching cat tales. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1198038 Julie Klam was thirty, single, and working as a part-time clerk in an insurance company, wondering if she would ever meet the man she could spend the rest of her life with. And then it happened. She met the irresistible Otto, her first in a long line of Boston terriers, and fell instantly in love. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1198088 Jim Gorant chronicles the heart-wrenching story of Michael Vicks twisted dog-fighting operation. After the ring was busted, animal rescuers were shocked when they discovered that the majority of the caged pit bulls were actually friendly, lovable animals. Here, Gorant describes the efforts to introduce the rescued dogs back into a normal living situation. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1135671 A memoir about the life-giving power of caring for an animal. One day, after waking up hung-over for nine years, Susan Richards realized she was an alcoholic. Here, she chronicles how her horse, Georgia, kept her steady and focused as she slowly overcame her urge to drink and learned how to love again. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1212351 In this extraordinary memoir, Ellen Rogers paints a vivid portrait of a large and loving family and the challenges that they face together. She shares the low points (the phone call that changed her sons life), the high points (the monkey play that led to Neds increased mobility), and the strangely in-between (bathing Kasey in the kitchen sink) with equal parts heart and humor. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1185242 Janet Elder tells an unforgettable true story of a lost puppy and a family who learned a valuable lesson about tenacity, faith, and the generosity of strangers. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1131910 This is the inspiring story of a dedicated man who lovingly nursed a young eaglet with two broken wings back to health, and how this majestic bird later inspired him to triumph over his own life-threatening condition. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1185239 When the familys terminally ill cat had to be put down, Larry Levin and his twin sons Dan and Noah were devastated. But what was a sad day turned out to be one of the Levin familys most rewarding experience as it was the same day the family fell in love with Oogy, and ugly, one-eared dog. Over the next several years, Oogy proved to be the quintessential family companion. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1023970 Alexandra Horowitz fuses her perspectives as both scientist and dog owner to deliver a fresh look at the world of dogs, as seen from the animals point of view. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=999237 Katz illuminates the interaction between humans and animals. Although he features his ever-faithful border collie Rose, Katz also includes revealing observations about Mother the murderous barn cat, Elvis the doughnut-loving steer, and his other dogs--Izzy, Lenore, and Pearl. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1028273 Building on evolutionary science, archaeology, behavioral science, and the firsthand experience of watching his own dog evolve from puppy to family member, Franklin posits that man and dog are more than just inseparable; they are part and parcel of the same creature. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1046745 A tale set against a backdrop of the war in Afghanistan describes how Mark Feffer, a navy reservist stationed in Kandahar, adopted a stray puppy that went missing while being transported to the United States. Saving Cinnamon recounts the ensuing 44-day search for the missing dog that led to the authors foundation of an international animal rescue operation. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=807029 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=816100 In his previous books, Katz introduced us to the menagerie at Bedlam Farm, including Izzy, the border collie rescue. Affectionate and intuitive, Izzy is unlike any dog Katz has encountered, and the two undertake a journey Katz could not have imagined without the arrival of a new companion: a spirited, bright-eyed black Labrador puppy named Lenore. As trained hospice volunteers visiting homes and nursing facilities, Katz and Izzy bring comfort to people who most need it. As Izzy bonds with patients and Katz focuses on their families, the author begins to come to terms with his own life, discovering dark realities he has never confronted. Meanwhile, Lenore--quickly dubbed the Hound of Love--arrives at Bedlam. Her genial personality and boundless capacity for affection steer Katz out of the shadows, rekindle his love of working with dogs, and restore his connection to the farm and the animals and people around him.--From publisher description. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=753214 The horse Susan Richards chose for rescue wouldnt be corralled into her waiting trailer. Instead, Lay Me Down, a former racehorse with a foal close on her heels, walked right up the ramp and into Susans life. This gentle creature--malnourished, plagued by pneumonia and an eye infection--had endured a rough road, but somehow her heart was still open and generous. It seemed fated that she would come into Susans paddock and teach her how to embrace the joys of life despite the dangers of living. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=634010 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=694967 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=678657 From the very beginning, Orson was a misfit. Like all border collies, he needed to work. But since there werent any sheep available for herding in the New Jersey suburbs, Orson instead tried to corral school buses, garbage trucks, and skateboarding kidns. So Katz pulled up stakes and moved to a farm in upstate New York. There, Orson improved dramatically--until the day he started nipping people. The nips soon turned into bites, forcing Katz to face an incredibly painful decision.