Schott’s Original Miscellany was a publishing phenomenon. It sired a host of sequels and parodies. But no matter how patiently and for how many years they waited, the potential feline readership was overlooked. Until now.A Cat-Lover’s Miscellany is how the original would have appeared had its creator been an obsessive cat owner. Or, indeed, a very curious cat. It parodies the randomness of entry and stylishness of design of the original, but is created entirely for cats an...

Schott’s Original Miscellany was a publishing phenomenon. It sired a host of sequels and parodies. But no matter how patiently and for how many years they begged, the potential canine readership was continually left to pine. Until now.A Dog-Lover’s Miscellany is how the original would have appeared had its creator been an obsessive dog owner. Or, indeed, a very literate dog. It parodies the randomness of entry and stylishness of design of the original, but is created entir...

Why has Fido become a generic term for all dogs? Why did hundreds of people collect dog faeces and sell it? Dogs never eat other dogs, so why is it a dog-eat-dog world? Did any dogs survive the Titanic? What is a Yorkipoo? Do mad dogs really go out in the midday sun? Every Dog Has Its Day pays homage to mans best friend, telling the stories of famous dogs in history, tracing the origins of some of our favourite breeds, showing how dogs have become a significant part of our language, and de...

The Big Book of Dogs includes everything to need to know about dogs including information on over 100 different breeds from Afghan to Yorkshire Terrier. Sections on puppy care and training as well as tips on choosing a dog.Sections Include:The Evolution of DogsDog Breeds and NicknamesDog FactsFamous DogsPresidents & Their DogsPuppy TrainingPuppy CareChoosing a DogWorking DogsHerding DogsTerrier Dogs

Did you know that in medieval times dogs were known to have accompanied their masters into battle wearing suits of armour? Or that the Rhodesian Ridgeback was first bred to fight lions? This fantastic quick-read eBook featured over one hundred facts about dogs split into categories such as evolution, health, behaviour, record breakers and many more. So if you want to know who the heaviest dog ever to have lived was, or what the wagometer was invented for, then this is the book for you! Fin...

This is a quick read reference guide to 50 popular dog breeds, which also has some excellent photos to help you recognise the breeds if you see them. Following on from his other popular 50 Quick guides, this book will open you eyes to the many wonderful and varied companions which have lived with us in our homes for many years in our shared evolution. It also contains a selection of photos of the authors own dogs.

In this patented puppy tell-all, Roger Caras will enlighten, edify, and amuse us with the inside scoop that only he can provide on what really goes on behind the scenes of dog shows.He gives a brief history of how, without knowledge of genetics, ancient people first selectively bred dogs from wolves. He goes on to explain which factors are utilitarian and which are purely aesthetic and how these figure in judging a dog today.He then describes how dog shows ...

Full of incredible canine capers, tales of doggy derring-do, and plenty of puppy facts, this dog-o-pedia is essential reading for dog lovers everywhere!You'll learn tantalizing trivia and tidbits about all sorts of dogs, breeds, characters, and more! Find out the answers to these questions:Who are the most famous dog trainers in Hollywood, having trained Lassie, Toto, and Old Yeller, among many others?What is the name of Yale’s bulldog masco...

The world's smallest breed, the Chihuahua is an ancient companion dog of Mexico. The Chihuahua gathers the scattered early literature of the breed – its history, description, character and management – into a single readable volume.These collected accounts range across the Chihuahua's history and origins, its description and character, and the practical business of rearing, breeding and showing it, assembled from the works of the fanciers and authorities w...

What Makes Women's Golf Different than Men's?Generally, women's golf is no different than the game men play. A regular golf course is comprised of 18 holes, broken into the front 9 and the back 9. You can elect to play 9 or 18 holes at most courses.The object of the game is to get the golf ball into the hole on the green in as few strokes as possible. Score is tracked on scorecards. "Par" is achieved if you match the average number of strokes on the hole. A "birdie" is if y...

Named for the butterfly set of its ears, the Papillon is a dainty continental toy spaniel of the European courts. The Papillon gathers the scattered early literature of the breed – its history, description, character and management – into a single readable volume.These collected accounts range across the Papillon's history and origins, its description and character, and the practical business of rearing, breeding and showing it, assembled from the works of...

9000-WORD ENGLISH-CHECHEN VOCABULARYKnowing and understanding around 9000 Chechen words will give you the ability to read and write with only the minimal use of a dictionary. This knowledge will foster your ability to express your thoughts during conversation in a precise and accurate way. With a little practice and with the added help and experience of having viewed many Chechen films, you will be proud and amazed at your new level of Chechen. You will now see you...