"He's going to need six weeks crate rest; just keep him quiet while he recovers."These words - which often form part of the treatment requirements for dogs undergoing surgery, or requiring long-term medical care - can strike fear into an owner's heart. Not a lot of advice is available regarding appropriate mental and emotional support for dogs whilst their usual exercise is limited, and owners are left to manage as best they can, which can be stressful for both owner and dog, and ca...

If you're lucky, your dog is an older dog, and you have shared many happy years with him by your side. As they grow older, dogs' needs change, and they may not be as mentally, physically, or emotionally robust as they once were. Older dogs are a joy and a privilege to care for, with opportunities to further strengthen your relationship as you adapt to their changing needs.This book, part of the No Worries! series, encourages you to consider your dog's individuality, and adapt or int...

From the master of human behavior, Dr. David J. Lieberman, comes an extraordinary little book that can transform your life. Discover how food craving develop and how you can eliminate them from your life once and for all.

Written by a sufferer of impulse control disorder, and after many years of research into why people pick their skin and how Dermatillomania can be cured, this is a collection of powerful help based on real success stories in curing skin picking. These tools are immediately useable, and effective, and can be put to work immediately to help suffers stop picking their skin, including:- Simple ways to identify when and why you pick- How to use a form of 'auto-brainwashing' to sto...

First Steps is a new series of short, affordable self-help on a range of key topics. In First Steps out of Eating Disorders, Kate Middleton and Jane Smith draw on their extensive experiences as psychologists working with eating disorders. They explain what constitutes an eating disorder, common issues those with eating disorders face, and what to do about getting better. The book is written primarily for sufferers but with carers in mind, so it should be useful for both alike. Other titles...

Simple, structured and effective, this 21-day course will prevent problem behaviour and, over subsequent days, encourage positive interaction, so that your dog continues to behave well. Exercises are given for each day in the training plan, with reinforcement of the previous day's learning scheduled in, as well as time for relaxation and play with your dog.The first section helps you to assess your key concerns so that you can tailor the programme to fit your needs, while a 'quick ...

In this seminal pet psychology book, John Fisher examines the mind of the dog with examples taken from his practical experience, with the aim of explaining to owners how the world appears from a dog's point of view.The first section of the book traces the ancestry and inherent behaviour of dogs, from their origins as pack animals related to the wolf or the jackal. The second part examines what most people describe as problem behaviour, which is just normal canine behaviour exhibited in the...

The cutting-edge, scientifically accurate, definitive book on the most common behavioral issues that cats face and how to prevent or solve them.Every cat owner has wondered: Why is my cat acting this way? Decoding Your Cat, a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to demystifying your cat's behavior, likely has the answer. Many have tried to instruct proper cat training, but this is the first book of its kind to provide an in-depth understanding of the un...

Pippa Mattinson, dog-training specialist, tells you everything you need to know about training and caring for your new puppy. From preparing the house and garden before the puppy arrives, to introducing your new friend to all the family (including children and other animals), and solving problems like crying, night waking, feeding, upset stomachs, biting, chewing and jumping up, this book is packed with all you need to know as a puppy owner.

Your brain works as a storage area that stores memory. There are actually two types of memory, short-term and long-term. In your brain, there are various kinds of memory that are stored. Since the brain is so enormous, it requires a system where the memory can be encoded and retrieved.Your brain is required to get information very quickly, regardless of what it is. It doesn’t matter whether the information is old or new. There are some times where the brain cannot retrieve the memo...

New Updated and ExpaWhen you stop drinking, it takes up to 10 days for the alcohol to leave your system completely. It's a tricky time. You get cravings. Your thinking becomes emotional. Most people fail in the early days.But now there's a new, scientific and modern solution. The 10-Day Alcohol Detox Plan walks you through the detox period painlessly and explains everything you need to carry on to your personal sobriety goal, whether short-term or ...

Every year millions of puppies enter homes, carrying their new family's expectation of a wonderful relationship. Sadly, many are re-homed or lose their lives as the result of behaviours which their owners find difficult to live with. Helping a puppy to grow into a resilient dog, capable of coping with the challenges of daily living, whilst retaining a good quality of life and exhibiting behaviours acceptable within society, is not an easy task. This book aims to simplify puppy education by...