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A completely captivating and unique tale of a friendship between two different species in one shared habitat, of an individual who turns to nature when society ceases to make sense.

From the vet health professional to canine professional to the avid canine enthusiast, Feeding Dogs is an essential portrayal of canine nutrition today.

The RHS Birdwatching Journal is the ideal notebook for every birdwatcher.

The Book Your Dog Wishes You Would Read, penned by Louise Glazebrook, is a must-have for all dog owners and lovers. Published in 2021, it's a captivating read that delves into the mind of your furry friend, offering invaluable insights into their needs and desires. This book is more than just a guide; it's a journey into understanding your pet on a deeper level. Glazebrook, a renowned dog behaviorist, shares her wisdom and experience in a way that's both engaging and enlightening. The Book Your Dog Wishes You Would Read belongs to a genre that transcends the typical pet care manual, offering a unique perspective on dog care and communication. Published by Orion Publishing Co, this book is a testament to Glazebrook's love for dogs and her commitment to enhancing the bond between dogs and their owners. Whether you're a new dog owner or have had dogs for years, this book is a treasure trove of information that will undoubtedly improve your relationship with your pet.

Hedgehogs, with their quiet determination and bristling, bumbling ways, are seen by many of one of life's most enduring symbols of the countryside and town gardens. This shy, snuffling, enigmatic animal has captured the imagination of children and adults for centuries - from Beatrix Potter's Mrs Tiggywinkle to Sonic the Hedgehog. Full to the brim with fascinating insights and countryside lore, The Hedgehog Handbook explores different facets of this much-admired mammal - from its wildlife habits to its literary heritage, how different cultures have viewed the hedgehog and what we can do to help preserve this icon of rural life. Fun, sweet and warm hearted, The Hedgehog Handbook is a month by month celebration of one of the countryside's best-loved creatures. Packed with inspirational quotes, entertaining facts, folklore and literary references, it's the perfect gift for anyone with a penchant for prickles.

150 images of the Emperor Penguin, from Wildlife Photographer of the Year winner, Stefan Christmann. Text in English and German.

A comprehensive guide to the calls of the 44 species of bat currently known to occur in Europe. Following on from the popular British Bat Calls by Jon Russ, this new book draws on the expertise of more than forty specialist authors to substantially update all sections, further expanding the volume to include sound analysis and species identification of all European bats.Aimed at volunteers and professional alike, topics include the basics of sound, echolocation in bats, an introduction to acoustic communication, equipment used and call analysis. For each species, detailed information is given on distribution, emergence, flight and foraging behaviour, habitat, echolocation calls - including parameters of common measurements - and social calls.Calls are described for both heterodyne and time expansion/full spectrum systems. A simple but complete echolocation guide to all species is provided for beginners, allowing them to analyse call sequences and arrive at the most likely species or group. The book also includes access to a downloadable library of over 450 calls presented as sonograms in the species sections.

A rollicking comic treasury, starring the world's most famous cartoon horse. He has hundreds of thousands of followers on Facebook and a surging presence on Instagram. Each day, he and his diverse group of friends share their mishaps, their successes, and their innermost thoughts with the world.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Genius of Birds, a radical investigation into the bird way of being, and the recent scientific research that is dramatically shifting our understanding of birds.

'The best piece of nature writing since H is for Hawk, and the most powerful work of biography I have read in years' Neil Gaiman'I can't recommend it too highly' Helen Macdonald 'One of those rare, enchanted books' Isabella Tree 'I was entranced' Cathy Rentzenbrink

In Getting Along with Horses: An Evolution in Understanding, you will be challenged to reframecommonly held beliefs about the most effective ways to interact with your horse. A peaceful relationship is something many of us strive for. Yet, some of the lessons we're taught make it difficult to establish the connection we seek, and are based on techniques that are anything but peaceful.Seeing horses for who and what they are is key to cooperative and positive interactions. Instead of relying on antiquated practices or outdated information, you will discover ways to educate yourself and shift your understanding to the horse's point of view. Horses are hardwired to get along. In this book, you will find ideas that will help you to also get along with them.

Unleashed by the world's finest photographers, mischievous mutts, performing pooches and streetwise strays all leap to life in this deliciously waggish compilation from the Magnum archive.

Children Will Take the Lead with Fun & Easy Dog Training TechniquesEvery child wants a dog, yet not every child--or even grown-up!--is equipped to take on the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. But with the help of Vanessa Estrada Marin, the director of a sought-after dog-training program for kids, your child will have fun being in charge!Dog Training for Kids breaks down lessons and tutorials in simple steps and easy-to-follow instructions. Kids will have everything they need to be caring and responsible dog owners: • Basic Training Lessons including Stopping Unnecessary Barking, Potty & House Training, Obedience, Leash Training, Crate Training • Essential Commands including Sit, Stay, Heel, Drop It • Clever Tricks including Roll Over, Speak, High Five, and Leap • Super Fun Games including Obstacle Course, Frisbee, Tunnel • And More -- Equipment List, How to Train Your Dog to Be Calm at the Vet, How to Dog Proof Your Home Whether young dog lovers will be raising puppies, adopting rescues, or getting their first dogs, this all-in-one book will give them the confidence and knowledge to properly train, take care of, and establish a lasting bond with their well-behaved furry friends.

Instagram sensation Maggie the dog is a walking miracle. But her warm, playful nature masks a traumatic past. Maggie was shot 17 times and subjected to cruelty and torture, before being rescued from Lebanon and brought to live in the UK by a determined and loving young woman called Kasey. This is the incredible story of their journey together.

"Det sner med fjer" er figurdigte om fugle. Gøgeungen lærer aldrig sin mor at kende, gribbe har eget internet højtoppe over savannen, og vogelkopløvhyttefuglen bruger kunst til at score en mage. Følg strudsens ben, albatrossens vinge og de små pile. Opdag fuglenes verden, måske kan du genkende noget fra din egen?"Det sner med fjer" er Karen Filskovs tredje samling figurdigte og hendes hidtidige hovedværk. I 2021 blev hun shortlistet til Kulturministeriets Forfatterpris for "Det sner med fjer" samt udvalgt til The White Raven med ordene: “Det sner med fjer offers concrete poetry at its best … The images are graphical and uncluttered, the language precise and, at the same time, very poetic thanks to unusual metaphors and comparisons”. Yderligere omtale: “Usædvanligt smuk billedbog … Pædagogisk poesi, hvor den åbenlyse intention om at formidle kendskab til naturens mangfoldighed er kombineret med kreativt og sprudlende sprog … en hyldest til selve billedbogsformatet.”Anna Karlskov Skyggebjerg, Weekendavisen “Karen Filskovs figurdigte om fugle er fakta og formeksperiment som en pivåben og inkluderende leg … det grafiske udtryk står rent og knivskarpt … og i Det sner med fjer har hun aldrig været tydeligere helt sig selv som fri fugl og figurdigter til børn.”Kamilla Löfström, Dagbladet Information “Smuk billedbog med figurdigte fremtryller ordleg og fuglefakta i en imponerende flot sammensmeltning.”Annie Christensen, Litteratursiden.dk “Karen Filskovs sans for sprog, figurer, former og farver er i særklasse. Det er betagende at se, hvordan hun smelter bogstaver, farver, sprog og fakta sammen til en komplet, helstøbt og virkelighedstro fugl.” Mette Sofie Kirkedal, Bogoplevelsen“Det er så klassisk og så komplekst … Karen Filskov gør det fremragende og professionelt … som læser kan man glæde sig over de smukke fugle, poesien og kreativiteten.” Bodil Christensen, Folkeskolen.dk“En æstetisk indbydende og anderledes billedbog, der først og fremmest vil glæde digtvante børn og forældre. Skriftbillederne gør læsningen til en oplevelse, der fremmer nysgerrigheden …”Christine Christensen, Dansk BiblioteksCenter, materialevurdering“Det er fjerlet og smukt. Et flot eksperiment, hvor bogstaver og ord er så præcist placeret … Hermed store anbefalinger.” Kent Poulsen, Tidsskriftet Børn & Bøger (nr. 1, 2021)“Det sner med fjer er en flot og indbydende bog og måske kan bogen fungere som en indgang til biologien til børn på fem – syv år.” Birte Strandby, Bogvægten.dk “Der bliver i disse år udgivet gode, vedkommende, indbydende, udfordrende digtsamlinger for børn og unge. Der bliver flere og flere at vælge imellem. Hurra for det! To nye udgivelser kommer fra det skønne forlag Vild Maskine, som går i front med skæve (på den gode måde) udgivelser, ofte tilknyttet et undervisningsmateriale. Karen Filskovs smukke figurdyredigte Det sner med fjer … kan bruges fra mellemtrinnet … Undervisningsmaterialet er meget inspirerende.” Christina Wung-Sung, Bausagerbooks “Det sner med fjer er et enestående værk, man kun kan have stor respekt for. Der må ligge et umådeligt stort arbejde bag at få fuglenes karakter til at træde frem både sprogligt og visuelt. Digtene er fyldt med humor, sproglige finurligheder og spidsfindigheder. Det er imponerende udført.” ★★★★★ Pia Dalsgaard, Børnenes Bøger“Det sner med fjer er ganske enkelt en fængslende læseoplevelse. Det lægger op til en interaktiv læsning, hvor man som læser selv er med på banen og på sin vis former digtet.” ★★★★★ Christoffer Boserup Skov, PædagogenDK “Det er sådan en flot bog, der med ord tegner fuglene … en god og sjov måde, hvorpå man kan lære både fugle og farver og bogstaver og bogsider at kende.” Anne-Marie Mai, DK4 podcast, Årstidens bøger med Anne-Marie Mai, vinter 2020 ” … en æstetisk indbydende og anderledes billedbog … en imponerende bog, som jeg kun kan anbefale at gå på (fugle)jagt i.” Julie Juul Ottosen, børnebibliotekar Københavns Biblioteker, Kulturstationen Vanløse “Den er afsindig smuk og sjov, og du lærer samtidig en masse om fugle.” Christel Sunesen, redaktør samt ejer af boghandlen Mikrofest, i interviewet Jagten på den gode litteratur af a1kommunikation.“Det er vanskeligt at citere teksten her. Den skal ses. Og nydes med øje og øre … som læser kan man glæde sig over de smukke fugle, poesien og kreativiteten.” Bodil Christensen, Bogbotten.dk

If you want to do your bit to support local biodiversity, start your own wildlife pond in your back garden.Whether you are looking to do something to help the environment, building a feature pond as a family landscaping project, or attracting local wildlife to your garden; a wildlife pond is a perfect addition to your gardening efforts.Learn everything there is to know about wildlife ponds with:- Photographic and illustrative step-by-step guides on planning, creating, and maintaining your pond- A variety of pond types covered, including natural-style ponds, container ponds, and more traditional, formal-style ponds that still attract wildlife- What to expect throughout the seasons, the creatures that will visit, and the aquatic plants that will thrive- Tips on what to look out for in your pond, encouraging a natural eco-system, and how to maintain your newly built pond throughout the yearFind out everything you'll need to know to create a natural sanctuary in your garden! This e-book shows you how to create a backyard pond without filters, pipes, and chemicals, and how to attract and support local species. RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond provides easy-to-follow steps on how to dig your own pond line, advice on which pond plants to choose from, and how to make sure local wildlife can enjoy your pond safely.This book will also give you advice on how to take care of your newly built water feature so that you're able to enjoy the local animals, insects and birds for years to come. You can expect to see blackbirds bathing in your pond, hedgehogs using it as a water source, and bats flying over at night to catch insects. This wonderful book is filled with photographs and illustrations that will make planning and creating your own pond a therapeutic and fulfilling experience!Complete the Series:There are so many ways for you to enjoy your garden! If you're looking for tips on environmental changes and landscaping ideas, DK books have even more gardening guides and projects for you to explore. Discover RHS How to Garden the Low Carbon Way, or bring even more feathered friends to your garden with How to Attract Birds to Your Garden.

A fully revised edition of this bestselling, easy-to-use identification guide to 278 bird species covering the most commonly seen in Sri Lanka. Written by an experienced birder with a track record for writing to a popular audience, this is an ideal, portable guide for residents and visitors alike.

A gorgeous, scientifically up-to-date exploration of the prehistoric world, written and illustrated by leading palaeontologists.