Pets

A fun design and tasty treats give this gift book the irresistible Wow! Meow! factor

Seventy-eight million cats make themselves at home in the U.S. Following on the paws of the highly successful The Ultimate Dog Treat Cookbook, this book contains 50 delicious recipes that have earned a seal of approval from cats and veterinarians. Recipes feature easy-to-find ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions. Colorful illustrations add a fun feel, while sidebars offer tips on nutrition and cooking techniques. The Ultimate Cat Treat Cookbook is an ideal gift for any kitty lover.

Liz Palika (Oceanside, CA) is an award-winning author of more than 40 books. She has won awards from the Cat Writers' Association and the Dog Writers Association of America. Palika's work has been published in a variety of magazines, including Newsweek, the Saturday Evening Post, Dog World, Dog Fancy, and the AKC Gazette.

The best-selling guide on positive dog training is back, fully revised to include up-to-date information on canine agency and cognition, new training tips and games, and updated resources for your training success. That’s The Power of Positive Dog Training.

Renowned dog trainer Pat Miller gives you the positive training tools you need to ensure that you and your dog share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect. Following her step-by-step, six-week basic training program, you’ll learn how to develop a relationship with your dog based on friendship and positive reinforcement, not fear and punishment. Plus, you’ll get:

• Information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog’s body language
• Instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts
• A helpful diary to track progress, suggestions for delicious treats your dog will respond to, and a glossary of training terms

The third edition of The Power of Positive Dog Training includes updated studies and statistics on canine behavior, updated resources for positive dog training, new chapters on dogs’ agency and cognition, and new images.

Whether you’ve never trained a dog or are just switching over to positive training, Pat Miller’s proven method makes training your four-legged friend easy, fun, and effective. That’s The Power of Positive Dog Training.

The Power of Positive Dog Training Second Edition named Best Dog Training Book of 2025 by The Spruce Pets

The best-selling guide on positive dog training is back, fully revised to include up-to-date information on canine agency and cognition, new training tips and games, and updated resources for your training success. That’s The Power of Positive Dog Training.

Renowned dog trainer Pat Miller gives you the positive training tools you need to ensure that you and your dog share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect. Following her step-by-step, six-week basic training program, you’ll learn how to develop a relationship with your dog based on friendship and positive reinforcement, not fear and punishment. Plus, you’ll get:

• Information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog’s body language
• Instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts
• A helpful diary to track progress, suggestions for delicious treats your dog will respond to, and a glossary of training terms

The third edition of The Power of Positive Dog Training includes updated studies and statistics on canine behavior, updated resources for positive dog training, new chapters on dogs’ agency and cognition, and new images.

Whether you’ve never trained a dog or are just switching over to positive training, Pat Miller’s proven method makes training your four-legged friend easy, fun, and effective. That’s The Power of Positive Dog Training.

The Power of Positive Dog Training, 2nd Edition named Best Overall Dog Training Book of 2025 by The Spruce Pets

A tribute to horses and a treasure for horse-lovers

This unique book shares life lessons lovingly learned in the company of horses—universal lessons about facing adversity, finding your niche in life, second chances, and more. Humorous and touching, uplifting and poignant, the twenty-two stories inspire and delight.

Jean Donaldson is one of the top dog trainers in the United States, and her training academy has gained a reputation as the Harvard for dog trainers and behavioral counselors. Now, you can harness her highly effective dog-training techniques and benefit from her expert guidance without leaving your home.

If you're like most dog owners, you treat your four-legged friend as a valued member of the family who enjoys the full run of the house—which is why good behavior is so important. Train Your Dog Like a Pro offers a trusted, systematic approach to positive dog training that anyone can follow. You'll get clear, detailed instructions for teaching essential behaviors, more advanced skills, and even some fun tricks. Plus, a bonus online video shows you exactly how to accomplish each technique.

• Bonus online video contains 2 hours and 30 minutes of hands-on instruction
• Training is based only on positive reinforcement, patience, and persistence
• Donaldson is the bestselling author of The Culture Clash: The Revolutionary New Way to Understanding the Relationship Between Humans and Domestic Dogs

Whether you're the proud parent of a puppy, an adolescent, or an adult dog, this book and video truly give you everything you need to train your dog like a pro.

• WORKSHEETS that help you make informed decisions
• QUESTIONS to help you determine if your family is ready for a saltwater aquarium
• CHARTS showing the time and money required for setting up and maintaining a 30-gallon tank or larger unit
• CHECKLISTS covering how to properly locate the aquarium, supplies needed, and more
• AIDS for creating a timetable and a stocking plan
• MAINTENANCE CHARTS to keep you organized
• RESOURCES to keep in a notebook with your maintenance logs, fish purchasing records, and more

A beautifully written narrative that tells the stories of the many animals who have touched the soul of longtime veterinarian James Mahoney
From wild Asian elephants to “lowly” field mice, this collection of stories relates the poignant experiences Dr. James Mahoney has shared with animals throughout his career as a veterinarian and as a compassionate animal lover. He serves as a voice for all the creatures whose tales he tells, including:
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Loki, the South Indian elephant branded as a killer who is captured but resists being broken
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The Caribbean Trio of dogs who find their way home with the author to America and demonstrate amazing powers of love and devotion
• The Three Wild Mice, a threesome of clever females who conspire to outsmart their human host and show him the importance of freedom
While each story stands alone, together they provide a compelling case for recognizing each animal as an individual endowed with certain rights. When even a small fish in a pond can demonstrate what seems to be a sense of humor, how can we overlook the contributions that every animal makes to our world?

Be proactive about your pet's wellness and let Dr. Stacy show you how a reasonable combination of proven Western veterinary know-how and time-tested Eastern therapies can promote health and vitality for your furry companion.

Whether it's a matter of harnessing the healing properties of food, eliminating harmful elements from a pet's surroundings, restoring an animal's flow of energy, or treating bothersome symptoms, Dr. Stacy provides a revolutionary East-West approach, blending the best of both worlds to bring your pet's internal and external environments into perfect harmony.

• Written by a leading veterinarian schooled in both Western veterinary medicine and traditional Eastern medicine
• Packed with charts, quizzes, inspirational quotes, and more
• An appendix lists alternative veterinary practitioners around the U.S.

Head to Tail Wellness will show you how to make positive changes in your pet's life that will reduce the need for drugs and invasive therapies and, most importantly, yield a happy, healthy pet.

Loaded with lots of color photos and friendly information you can trust, the ASPCA Kids books were written by animal lovers for animals lovers—just like you.

You Want The Best For Your Pets

After the massive commercial pet food recall in 2007, you're probably concerned about why to feed your dog or cat. The Natural Pet Food Cookbook: Healthful Recipes For Dogs And Cats gives you great ways to supplement your pet's primary diet with nutritious meals that you prepare; that way, you're sure your dog or cat gets healthy variety. With an emphasis on natural ingredients and lots of colorful, fun illustrations, this cookbook gives you:
* More than 50 vet-approved, pet-tested recipes, ranging from basic kibble to casseroles to stews
* Tips on cooking techniques, food selection, and more
* Info on storing and freezing your homemade pet foods
* Details about the nutritional requirements of dogs and cats
* Warnings about potentially harmful foods

• Choosing your goldfish
• Setting up and maintaining your aquarium
• The outdoor goldfish pond
• Feeding your goldfish
• Keeping your goldfish healthy

• Info on choosing, equipping, and setting up your aquarium
• Pointers on choosing compatible fish for a community tank
• The scoop on the best (and worst) fish for beginners
• Guidance on maintaining your aquarium and keeping your fish healthy

• Clear, step-by-step lessons on training your dog for a variety of search and rescue operations
  
• Ways to keep your dog and yourself safe in the face of disaster
  
• Practical information on procedures and equipment for dogs, handlers, and human volunteers
  
• The ultimate experience of the interdependence of Human and Dog
  

Renowned dog trainer Pat Miller gives you the positive training tools you need to ensure that you and your dog share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect. Following her step-by-step, six-week basic training program, you’ll learn how to develop a relationship with your dog based on friendship and positive reinforcement, not fear and punishment. Plus, you’ll get:

• Information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog’s body language
  
• Instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts
  
• A helpful diary to track progress, suggestions for delicious treats your dog will respond to, and a glossary of training terms
  

Renowned dog trainer Pat Miller gives you the positive training tools you need to ensure that you and your dog share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect. Following her step-by-step, six-week basic training program, you’ll learn how to develop a relationship with your dog based on friendship and positive reinforcement, not fear and punishment. Plus, you’ll get:

• Information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog’s body language
  
• Instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts
  
• A helpful diary to track progress, suggestions for delicious treats your dog will respond to, and a glossary of training terms
  

A Labrador Retriever is an adorable bundle of black, yellow, or chocolate joy. No matter what color coat she sports, her versatility and temperament make her an equally wonderful guide dog, sporting companion, or all-around family pet. She greets each member of her human pack with enthusiasm, and her genuine love and zest for life are contagious. The Lab is a faithful friend, and after spending only a moment in each other’s company, you’ll find yourselves hopelessly devoted to each other.

Packed with full-color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your best friend even better. Inside, you’ll find:

• Characteristics to look for when choosing a Labrador Retriever
• A list of supplies you’ll need before you bring her home
• Advice on grooming, feeding, and training
• A reproducible pet-sitter chart to keep track of important information

Small dogs are charming, intelligent, and loving, but they can also be overly energetic, manipulative, and stubborn. How do you ensure that your little dog becomes a fun, feisty best friend rather than a tiny terror?

Small Dogs, Big Hearts is an updated and expanded edition of the classic The Irrepressible Toy Dog. It features the very latest, safest, and fastest training methods for little dogs. There's no need to use training methods from the past that don't work well with most dogs, let alone little ones who view the world and their owners from a very different vantage point. You'll find everything you need to know to train your little dog, from housetraining to house manners, in this updated volume.

Small Dogs, Big Hearts follows the small dog from puppyhood through the senior years, giving advice on important topics such as:

• socialization
• housetraining
• behavior
• nutrition
• healthcare
• pampering your pint-sized pooch

Darlene Arden is widely acknowledged as an authority on small dogs, and is the author of many books and articles about dogs and their care. A member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, she is a certified animal behavior consultant and a regular contributor to Animal Radio Network.

Words of Appreciation for this book and its predecessor include:

"The voice of experience speaks about the hidden (and not so hidden) life of Toy dogs. Darlene Arden's sensible and practical advice is a must for would-be Toy dog owners. -Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Tufts University, Author of The Dog Who Loved Too Much

"Small Dogs, Big Hearts is an invaluable treasure of information… It includes every aspect of puppy care from infancy through adulthood. It is precise, beautifully written, and easily understood by both the professional dog exhibitor and the owner of a beloved family pet. Every person who contemplates purchasing a dog or who has a dog should own this book." - Victor Joris, AKC Toy Group Judge.

"Darlene Arden has come up with an informative book which, just like the little creatures that inspired it, manages to be of serious intent and at the same time entertaining. A thorough instruction manual for small dogs in general, it delves into the breed-specific joys and idiosyncrasies of these mini-sized canine charmers as well."- Lilian Barber, Author, The Italian Greyhound, 21st Century.

"For anyone who has owned a small dog, the best book ever written has been written by Darlene Arden." - Martha Smith, Providence Journal Bulletin.

"At last, we have a book devoted to Toy dogs written by an authority on Toy dog care…This book would be a worthwhile addition to any dog fancier's library." - Glenna Fierheller, Dogs in Canada.

"Arden's breezy, unassuming portrait of the Rodney Dangerfields of dogdom captures everything from their blue-collar feistiness to their charming insouciance." - Ranny Green The Seattle Times.

"If you've never considered yourself a 'small dog person,' this book could change your mind. If you've always loved Toys, you'll feel vindicated. And if you're considering a change of dog to a smaller breed this book will help you to avoid what could be fatal mistakes. The Irrepressible Toy Dog provides good advice for anyone with a dog, but for the Toy person it's a gift of understanding that will shatter the myth that all little dogs are or should be nasty, snappy brats. Brava!" -Karen L. Overall, MA, VMD, PhD University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. 

A Howell Dog Book of Distinction.

If you are considerering owning a Miniature Pinscher you will find all your questions on training, general care, the breed standard, and all the fun activities owners and dogs can enjoy together answered in this insightful book. As with earlier titles in Howell's Best of Breed Library series, the book offers valuable appendices and a thorough index.

Schutzhund is one of the fastest-growing forms of canine competition in the United States. The desire to have a reliable protector and steady family companion all in the same dog has encouraged interest in the Schutzhund philosophy.

Schutzhund began in nineteenth-century Europe as a test of a dog's ability to work for humans. In the early 1900s. Max von Stephanitz refined and redesigned the tests to include obedience, protection and tracking.

Schutzhund: Theory and Training Methods, a superb explanation of Schutzhund and its components, shows how obedience, protection and tracking all play an integral part in training a Schutzhund dog. Authors Barwig and Hilliard emphasize selection and raising of the dog to suit the owner's needs as well as crystallizing the goals and techniques in training for each phase of the process.

A unique format guides the reader first through an overview of each component and then into the philosophy and training techniques for all activities. Beautifully organized and abundantly illustrated, this book will allow the reader to tailor these training systems to suit individual needs, producing a dog of value to many.

Schutzhund: Theory and Training Methods is a volume essential to any obedience or Schutzhund fan's library.

Schutzhund is one of the fastest-growing forms of canine competition in the United States. The desire to have a reliable protector and steady family companion all in the same dog has encouraged interest in the Schutzhund philosophy.

Schutzhund began in nineteenth-century Europe as a test of a dog's ability to work for humans. In the early 1900s. Max von Stephanitz refined and redesigned the tests to include obedience, protection and tracking.

Schutzhund: Theory and Training Methods, a superb explanation of Schutzhund and its components, shows how obedience, protection and tracking all play an integral part in training a Schutzhund dog. Authors Barwig and Hilliard emphasize selection and raising of the dog to suit the owner's needs as well as crystallizing the goals and techniques in training for each phase of the process.

A unique format guides the reader first through an overview of each component and then into the philosophy and training techniques for all activities. Beautifully organized and abundantly illustrated, this book will allow the reader to tailor these training systems to suit individual needs, producing a dog of value to many.

Schutzhund: Theory and Training Methods is a volume essential to any obedience or Schutzhund fan's library.

If you have a serious interest in kennels, this valuable reference, by one of America's most respected authorities on the subject, will be your indispensible guide whether you are building, buying or converting part of your home as an animal environment.

If you breed dogs for any reason, you must own this book. Genetic diseases are among the most serious hazards on the landscape of modern dog breeding and one of the most vexing challenges facing today's dog breeders. Is it appropriate to open the gene pool to unwanted conditions in the pursuit of physical perfection, or must breeding to the Standard take a back seat to producing healthy animals?

In Control of Canine Genetic Diseases, renowned authority George A. Padgett, DVM, provides an expert road map to help dog breeders everywhere avoid the pitfalls they are almost destined to encounter. For anyone whose goal is to produce healthy, functional and beautiful dogs, this is the book they need. Dr. Padgett provides clear explanations of modes of inheritance, how to conduct and analyze test matings and how to lower the chances of producing affected animals. Numerous tables, diagrams and graphs further enhance the text to facilitate the breeder's understanding.
A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

The Stone Guide to Dog Grooming For All Breeds presents the broad repertoire of the dog groomer's art for the pleasure and enlightenment of every reader. Comprehensive and comprehensible, this is the widest-ranging work ever on canine beauty culture. Here is the history and development of dog grooming from the beginning to its present sophisticated state. Here are the Basics and the Tricks of the Trade the little secrets that make the big difference in the finished product.

The Stone Guide to Dog Grooming For All Breeds includes grooming instruction for all 125 AKC recognized breeds, mixed breeds and even cats! There are chapters on equipment, setting up a shop and developing a thriving grooming business. This reliable guidance shows how to get the most out of a grooming business and avoid the pitfalls at the same time. Dozens of Specialty clubs have contributed show grooming sections for their breeds, and hundreds of to-the-point photos, drawings and charts show what the authors say as they say it.

The graphic value of the Stone Guide fully matches the expert text. Whether you are an established groomer, a grooming student, an owner who wants to groom the family dog or a hobbyist seeking information on the professional side of dog grooming, you'll find the Stone Guide a constant, indispensable reference for every question you'll ever have on the subject.

This book will help you do both-and more. In the caretaking department, "The Ultimate American Pit Bull Terrier" will tell you everything you need to know about feeding your dog from puppyhood to old age. It will explain grooming essentials, like trimming toenails, cleaning ears, checking teeth, brushing and bathing. It will describe basic health concerns, from vaccination schedules to flea control to what to do in an emergency.

As for being an ambassador for your breed, "The Ultimate American Pit Bull Terrier" will tell you all sorts of fun facts about the Pit Bull's history so you can boast about your dog and help people understand him for who he really is. Did you know The Little Rascals' devoted companion, Petey, was a Pit Bull? Or that the Pit Bull was the symbol of American strength and courage during World War I? It's true; the Pit Bull was once the all-American dog, a companion cherished for his excellent way with children, his playfulness and his doggy demeanor. In most homes, he still is. But it's also true that today Pit Bulls are associated more with crime than with companionship.

"The Ultimate American Pit Bull Terrier" celebrates the breed for the kind of dog it is with the right owners. A dog with physical and mental stature whose intelligence, charm and energy make him a superb friend, fellow athlete and playmate.
A Howell Dog Book of Distiction

At last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training, and companionship! You'll not only learn about the specific traits of your Maltese, you'll also learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective; how to feed, groom, and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together.

The Maltese was written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist Hardi McLennan.

Best of all, the book is filled with info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet easy and enjoyable.