Dogs are now arguably the most popular companion animals, and the general wellbeing of the family pet is of paramount importance to many people. Today far more veterinary surgeons are concerned with the welfare of dogs than with any other animal.Veterinary Notes for Dog Owners provides a detailed, authoritative and easily understood text for the professional breeder and pet owner alike, as well as for veterinary surgeons and nurses looking for clear, up-to-the minute expla...

A comprehensive and accessible manual of feline medicine and surgery, it explains the symptoms and treatment of every disease or injury that a cat owner is likely to encounter. Written in a straightforward manner by experts in their fields, the book contains detailed sections on anatomy and physiology; the organ systems (digestive, cardiovascular reproductive, urinary, nervous, endocrine, locomotor, ear/eye/nose, immune, blood and skin); infectious diseases (bacterial, viral, parasitic etc...

This edited collection examines the means to create, maintain, and enhance welcoming colleges and universities in the United States and abroad with personal accounts, case studies, models, programs, and other frameworks written by practitioners in higher education. The contributors explain how they have created inviting classrooms; established friendly educational experiences both within and beyond the classroom; engaged faculty and enhanced the teaching experience; and developed instrumen...

Strengthening the Defences is very challenging, inspirational, and true to the Holy Scriptures. It is a wonderful, blessed, and God honouring testimony. I am confident the Lord will use it topersuade men, lost and saved, for the furtherance of the Kingdom.Pastor AdamsStrengthening the Defences teaches us ways to grow in grace daily, and to remain resolute, holding fast to that which we already have.Stephanie White, MA.The message of this book, "Stren...

In "The Visions of England," Francis Turner Palgrave presents a poetic exploration of the English landscape and spirit through a series of lyrical reflections. This collection, written in the mid-19th century, captures the tension between romantic idealism and the realities of burgeoning industrialization. Palgrave's literary style, characterized by its vivid imagery and emotive language, evokes a deep sense of place while intertwining historical and natural themes that resonate with the n...

How do we measure success in life? Is it simply by our material possessions and standard of living? Do our career, professional, or business ambitions play a role in our success? Or do we rather measure our success by the blessings we receive from God?In Whats Up? Gateway to Hopeful Living, author Trevor O. Turner draws a clear-cut line of demarcation between careless living and a decisive approach to success. Whats Up? encourages you to chart your progress and keep track of your m...

Further and Higher Education in the UK has expanded greatly in recent years, bringing into education large numbers of young people who present teachers with new challenges. At the same time, there is an immense pressure to improve the quality of learning and teaching, and to encourage students to be active participants in the process. This book is aimed at teachers, aspiring teachers and other professionals in upper secondary schools, further education colleges and universities who wish to...

Reviews advances in understanding and improving the welfare of dairy cattle;Summarises current research on rumen biology, digestion and ways of optimising nutrition of dairy cattle from grazing to feed and feed supplements;Discusses latest developments in maintaining the health of dairy cattle, including the genetics of disease resistance and dairy herd health management

An unprecedented number of folklorists are addressing issues of class, race, gender, and sexuality in academic and public spaces in the US, raising the question: How can folklorists contribute to these contemporary political affairs? Since the nature of folkloristics transcends binaries, can it help others develop critical personal narratives?Advancing Folkloristics covers topics such as queer, feminist, and postcolonial scholarship in folkloristics. Contr...

Miriam Margolyes leads a comedy spoof version of John Galsworthy's classic 'The Forsyte Saga' novelsFollow the uproarious antics of the Edwardian Fosdyke family as they work their way out of the mining pits of Lancashire to become rulers of a global tripe empire. An empire that the villainous Roger Ditchely will stop at nothing to try and bring down...A classic tale of struggle, power, personalities, and offal.Based on Bill Tidy's hugely popular Dai...