Unbeaten in her first ten starts, she shattered one record after another, dazzling crowds with both her beauty and her brilliant speed. Then tragedy struck on the afternoon of July 6, 1975. Ruffian broke down–on the lead–in the middle of a match race at Belmont Park. Later that night she had to be destroyed.Ruffian: Burning from the Start is the story of this exceptional filly, a horse so dominating, so powerful, that writer Walter Farley once suggested she was more like the fictional legend, the Black Stallion, than any colt he had ever seen. Beginning with her earliest days in Kentucky, the book follows Ruffian at every stage of her career and through the agony of her final hours– venturing behind the scenes of the racing world and exploring the politics and personalities that came together to shape this extraordinary filly’s fate.

    By doing so, he's able to get six different dinners every night! He also answers to six names, sleeps in six beds, and maintains six different personalities.All is perfect for Sid - until the day he catches a dreadful cough. Then it is off to the vet not once, but six times! Inga Moore's humorous illustrations capture Sid's sly nature.

    If you give him a muffin, he'll want some jam to go with it. When he's eaten all your muffins, he'll want to go to the store to get some more muffin mix. In this hilarious sequel to If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, the young host is again run ragged by a surprise guest. Young readers will delight in the comic complications that follow when a little boy entertains a gregarious moose. Children's Choices for 1992 (IRA/CBC)

    Once there he slipped so easily into Deric and Aileen's lives that there was an unspoken agreement that he had found his real home. Little did he know that he had entered the Longden world, in which the unexpected (almost) always happens. . .Aileen being Aileen, it was probably inevitable that sooner or later the kitten would be trapped in the refrigerator. And Deric being Deric, the obvious way to thaw him back to life was to make a little coat for him out of a shrunken thermal vest. Thus the cat who came in from the cold got his name - Thermal - and joined the wonderful cast of characters in the ongoing Longden saga.

    In a rare blend of scientific fact and poetic truth, the acclaimed author of A Natural History of the Senses explores the activities of whales, penguins, bats, and crocodilians, plunging headlong into nature and coming up with highly entertaining treasures.

    

    Birds and other animals scurry about looking for food. When they get tired, they stop to rest at a giant cactus. It is their hotel in the desert!

    . .This book begins with a heartwarming scene between a human parent and child, but moves on to loving care in many animal families. He sings me songs, says a gray wolf cub. He keeps me safe and warm, says a young penguin. Children will love reading about how baby animals spend time with their dads, and daddies everywhere will love celebrating Father's Day--or any occassion!--with this adorable gift from their little ones.

    Together, Anne Mazer and Steve Johnson have created a woodland paradise that any salamander would love to share with a child.

    His rabbit, his bone and his ball are all chewed and soggy. And his smelly old blanket is disgusting. Kipper looks for somewhere more comfortable to sleep. The author also wrote "Threadbear", winner of the 1991 Children's Book Award and the 1991 Acorn Award.

    Studies the work and unique methods of three women scientists who contributed to understanding chimpanzees, mountain gorillas, and orangutans.

    But when the restaurant is totally full, will Panda make room for one more guest?Perfect for back to school and units on inclusion and empathy, this is a fun rhyming story packed with charming animals. It will bring smiles, even after repeated readings.This rollicking, rhyming PBS StoryTime favorite is a counting book, an animal identification book, and a book with lots of food and fun! But most important, each child will come away knowing that "there will always be room at the Palace for you."

    Whether we are able to look at them face to face, on television, or in the hundreds of illustrations provided here by Daniel Otte, this guide allows us to understand what animals do and what their behavior means.Drawing on his own extensive fieldwork and on the research of many other scientists, Richard Estes describes and explains the behavior of four major groups of mammals. Estes's remarkably informative guide is as up-to-date for the zoologist as it is accessible for the interested onlooker.

    One fine spring day, though, Smudge decides to see the world outside Farmer Cobb's fence, and finds himself on a glorious adventure-until he discovers that he can't get back in .Smudge, the Little Lost Lamb, James Herriot's newest story for children, is another delightful addition to the beloved country veterinarian's award-winning series of books for young readers. Illustrated with the radiant watercolors of Ruth Brown, it will be a joy for readers of all ages.

    Full of imagination and humour, with clear illustrations which will appeal to the under fives.

    In the fall, Robin takes them to see his favorite tree -- a giant oak that is 300 years old. The children build a den under the oak tree's giant branches and watch the squirrels hide acorns in its wide trunk.In the winter they ski through the forest and meet the foresters who chose which trees will become firewood this year -- but not their beautiful oak tree!In the spring the children go searching for badgers and see many animals that live in the forest -- nesting birds, gentle deer and shy rabbits. One night, the tree helps Benjamin when he discovers a creature he didn't expect. How can the children say thank you?A beautifully detailed, seasonal story from Gerda Muller, who gave us the beloved Seasons board books and Where Do They Go When it Rains? Children will love to spot the realistic animals and birds that live in the great oak's forest.

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    Henry-inspired ending, Agatha arrives at a solution that benefits all, teaching readers to respect the delicate balance between our resources and responsibilities.

    No one thinks the foal will live or that it's worth trying to save. No one but Ashleigh.Can one girl's love alone work miracles?Read Thoroughbred and experience the love and friendship between a determined girl and a very special filly.

    Her friends help her find a new house. They also help her repair it and move in.

    Tricia learns to trust in God as she deals with the problems of her father's serious illness and her mother's disaproval of Tricia's involvement with hor racing.

    Fortunately, Reddy has wise Granny Fox on his side and, with some timely help from other woodland friends, manages to avoid an unhappy ending.As this timeless fable unfolds, children will delight in Reddy's risky antics and the commotion his behavior causes among Johnny Chuck, Drummer the Woodpecker, Peter Rabbit, and the other inhabitants of the Green Forest. Thornton W. Burgess, author of Old Mother West Wind and many other children's classics, was a master at telling a good story that holds a child's attention while instilling an important lesson in the most painless and enjoyable fashion. First published in 1913, The Adventures of Reddy Fox was one of his finest efforts. In this inexpensive Dover edition, newly reset in large, easy-to-read type, it will delight children (and adults) today, just as it did their grandparents.

    As the stories unfold and the activities come to life, the importance of our connections to animals became apparent. Features traditional Native American stories. Includes field-tested activities appropriate for all ages. Connects wildlife ecology and environmental issues. Fosters creative thinking and the synthesis of knowledge and experience.The stories in this book present some of the basic perspectives that Native North American parents, aunts and uncles use to teach the young. They are phrased in terms that modern youngsters can understand and appreciate, along with eye-catching illustrations and photographs throughout.Look for other Fulcrum books in this series: Keepers of the Earth, Keepers of Life and Keepers of the Night.

    He wished for a castle, He wished for a carBut one day he wishedjust a little too far...

    McCaig delves into the mysterious pact between dog and man, which involves trust and deep communication. Traveling from town to town, to competitions and farms, meeting shepherds and trainers, McCaig introduces us to unforgettable animal and human characters.

    Adorable, absurd, and irresistible reading for the sophisticated cat. Illustrated.

    A photographic guide to over 100 breeds of horse also portrays the nature and physical characteristics of each breed. Also included are tips on keeping and caring for a horse

    Multitiered illustrations will delight young readers as well as adults. These highly involving books have from five to seven pop-up spreads and, in most cases, one or two action devices on every page.

    A simple and colorful introduction to birds and bird behavior, accompanied by beautifully detailed illustrations from noted wildlife illustrator John Sill.

    These sixteen songs in praise of felines include "My Grandmother's Cat," "The In and Out Song," "Cat O Cat Come Home" as well as tunes from the more cat-loving classical composers. An enchanting recording on a very popular subject. Tracks: The Cat Came Back; The Hallelujah Patrol; The Mystery; The Cats of Cash; Dance To My Cats; Eine Kleine Kat; In Memory of Our Cat, Ralph; Alaska Cats; Beethoven Chased by Rossini; Near Death: Or, The Search Rewarded; Oy, Chuck and Katie; Forty Miles; The Rescue Cat; My Grandmother's Cat; As I Walked Out; Cats May Safely Sleep; Guilt and Shame; Out in the Catskill Mountains; Cat, You Better Come Home; The In and Out Song.

    A world-class guide dog trained by the Leader Dog Foundation for the Blind, Dinah gave Tom, a man who has been blind since birth, his first real taste of independence. And she gave the entire Sullivan family—wife Patty, daughter Blythe, and son Tom, Jr.—unfaltering loyalty and love.Together, Tom and Dinah traveled this entire country countless times, and she led him safely through crowded airport terminals, city traffic, strange hotels, and onstage performances.But when Dinah reached the age of eleven, she began to lose her edge. Her eyes were no longer as sharp, her step not as sure. The once-assured guide dog became defensive and hesitant. Although Tom hated the idea of working with any dog but Dinah, it seemed to be his only choice, and Nelson, a black Labrador retriever, joined the family.Dinah, however, was not ready to settle back into a life of leisure in the Sullivan household while an interloper took over her job and her master. She stopped eating, began hiding away, and simply gave up on life. Yet Dinah's story has a whole new beginning…and her name is Betty White.In The Leading Lady, Tom and Betty, close friends for years who have become more like family thanks to their special golden girl, take turns talking about Dinah. Here is how the supercanine came into Tom's life; the hard work and frustration man and dog endured to become a team; and the adventures—some traumatic, some joyful—that cemented the bond between them. Here, too, is how Betty rescued this gallant lady in distress and how caring, courageous Dinah became a full-fledged member of Betty's family overnight, with a brand-new job to do. Most of all, here is the essence of Dinah, a dog who made a positive difference in every life she touched.

    Then everything changed. Peter opened his heart to the Scottish Fold kitten and their adventures to Paris, Fire Island, and in the subways of Manhattan took on the color of legend and mutual love. THE CAT WHO WENT TO PARIS proves that sometimes all it takes is paws and personality to change a life.

    It was hoped his research would help protect the many species that live in that fragile reserve, which was being slowly depleted by poachers, drug traffickers, and even the native tribes of the area. Chasing the Dragon's Tail is the remarkable story of Rabinowitz's life and adventures in the forest as well as the streets of Bangkok, as he works to protect Thailand's threatened wildlife.Based on Rabinowitz's field journals, the book offers an intimate and moving look at a modern zoologist's life in the field. As he fights floods, fire-ant infestations, elephant stampedes, and a request to marry the daughter of a tribal chief, the difficulties that come with the demanding job of species conservation are dramatically brought to life. First published in 1991, this edition of Chasing the Dragon's Tail includes a new afterword by the author that brings the story up to date, describing the surprising strides Thailand has made recently in conservation.Other titles by Alan Rabinowitz include Beyond the Last Village and Jaguar.

    Her name is Henrietta, and all you have to do is find her! Is she hiding among the cake and cookies...leaving a trail of crumbs? Where do those paw prints lead? Read Henrietta's story aloud and follow the antics of this mischievous mouse. Search for Henrietta, hidden among the objects in each room. Watch out! There are lots of look-alike mice...but only one Henrietta.

    

    Only old Stour, Master of the Library, realizes the importance of her quest. For Privet seeks an answer to moledom’s final mystery: where and what is the Book of Silence, whose scribe nomole knows, whose content none can guess, whose existence many still doubt? Decades of harmony have passed since the brave moles of Duncton saved moledom’s peaceful Stone followers from the disciples of the evil Word. But now all is not well. Their system has grown sleepy, while moledom is dangerously complacent about the spread of zealots from Caer Caradoc. Led by the sinister Thripp of Blagrove Slide, the Newborns believe that any other way than theirs to the Stone’s Silence is blasphemy and deserves death. As the Caradocian moles gain power, shy Privet, aided by Stour and inspired by the strange and inarticulate Rooster, finds herself the agent of change and renewal in Duncton Wood.

    B & W photographs and illustrations throughout.

    So I shan’t be needing you all day. It’s your day off, my dear.”Jigger the sheepdog has just one day off a year. Just one day to chase all those little animals hiding in the corn. But even the best plans go wrong…And Pigs Might Fly!“Flying was not nearly as easy as it looked. Pintsize stood up on his back trotters and flapped his front ones – trotters, he thought, would do just as well as wings.”It’s a long hot summer, and Pintsize the piglet wonders if it might be cooler in the sky. But when he tries to fly, he annoys just about everyone. It’s time he learned his lesson…

    Each autumn millions of migrating birds converge here on their annual flight to wintering grounds as far away as Brazil and Peru. Season at the Point, the rich and telling story of the birds and birders of Cape May, evokes the sense of mystery and excitement that pervades the Cape as birders gather to count owls by the hundreds, hawks by the tens of thousands, and shorebirds and songbirds by the hundreds of thousands.

    Ruark's tales of African hunting not only explore the animals and their habits, but also why people hunt dangerous game.

    Jordan opens our eyes to the natural laws that rule men as well as animals, and asks the illuminating question: What is our role in this fearfully beautifully world?

    On a fishing trip with Dad, Little Critter's frog hops out of the car. Is he in the log? No. Is he up a tree? No. Why, he's under the lily pad, of course!

    Based on a combination of "Sammy Johnsin" (a Sambo caricature) and Charlie Chaplin, Felix the Cat was the first cartoon character to exhibit an individual "personality" in moving pictures, preceding Mickey Mouse by a decade. From 1919 to 1933 Felix was internationally celebrated, as popular as Chaplin and Buster Keaton. Felix's producer, Pat Sullivan, a journeyman artist, chronic alcoholic, and convicted rapist, claimed credit for creating and developing Felix. But, as John Canemaker discovered, in truth it was Otto Messmer, Sullivan's brilliant, self-effacing production manager, who conceived, animated, and directed the more than two hundred Felix films during the period of his greatest popularity. And by focusing on Messmer's amazing achievement, Canemaker illuminates the entire world of film animation in the years before Walt Disney.

    News of important new guests puts the inn into a flurry of preparation: Pandora creates a list of tasks while Bob delegates the work. Nobody knows who the important guests are, until the guests find Pandora with a bed full of baby bunnies.

    

    Commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the favorite rodent-feline team and explores its creation, award-winning films, animation techniques, television cartoons, and collectibles.

    Baxter the Basset Hound comes to the aid of some kittens when their mother disappears one afternoon. Winner Of: Colorado Children's Book Award Young Hoosier Picture Book Award Nevada Young Readers Award Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award

    His mother proceeds to dispel his fears as one by one she introduces him to some of the delightful sights of a Hawaiian night. This charming Hawaiian bedtime story has inspired a generation of island youngsters and young visitors to Hawaii, and continues to be one of the most successful children's books in Hawaii.

    A global look at all 37 species--including tigers, pumas, lions, cheetahs, leopards, jaguars, snow leopards, and bobcats. The work of 40 experts from around the world, this knowledgeable text discusses how the cats live, socialize, breed, eat, and more. Over 200 color illustrations.

    "From cover to cover, this openly invites the reader to discover the delights of dinosaurs. The visual appeal is impressive. The text is informative. Fossilization, skeleton reconstruction, and a superb time scale round out a stunning and compelling book. Complete, authoritative, exact, and imaginative, it is sure to survive when other dinosaur books become extinct."--(starred) "Science Books & Films."

    This richly illustrated book chronicles the origins of the Iditarod trail and traces today's route from Anchorage to Nome.

    Charming illustrations of a little mouse's adventures inside each book.

    Twenty-six animals from A to Z spring vividly to life in this beautifully painted and brilliantly engineered pop-up animal alphabet book. There's never been a richer alphabet pop-up book. This one is destined to be a classic. Full col

    The playful and expressive characters in this book -- Mama Pig and her eight piglets -- speak only one word, "oink," as the piglets run off in search of adventure while Mama naps.

    Whether you're planning your trip, looking for a perfect road guide, or searching for a lasting and complete record of your journey, this is the book for you. The Canadian Rockies SuperGuide has detailed information on Banff, Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, and Waterton National Parks. Included are maps, historical tidbits, info on flora and fauna, and plenty of spectacular full-colour photographs.

    A beachcomber's handbook to common birds, crabs, shells, fish and other entities of the coastal environment.

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    A chronicle of the first hunting season with the author's springer spaniel.

    It is often a challenge to understand what fish need to survive apart from a tank of water and a daily sprinkle of fish food. The Manual of Fish Health is a fully illustrated and highly informative guide covering: Maintaining a healthy aquatic environment Recognizing and coping with pests, diseases, parasites and bacteria Water chemistry and how to achieve the correct balance for your fish This book explores vital aspects of health care for all types of fish including freshwater and saltwater, tropical and temperate, and pond and aquarium. The clear and concise text is abundantly illustrated with underwater photography, charts, and diagrams.

    A stuffed bear becomes part of a quilt and then is turned into a teddy bear again as its owner grows from child to adult to father.

    

    It is written for children ages 3 and up, answering the questions they ask in a way that they will understand. Beautifully illustrated, it will also teach your children in a way that will be fun for the whole family.The Big Book of Questions & Answers has hundreds of questions on:* Animals* Nature* Food* Things That Go* The Human Body* Everyday People & ThingsIf you want to answer your children's questions and encourage their curiosity, read to them from The Big Book of Questions & Answers.

    A young girl who spends her mornings helping her father milk the cows in the barn tries to stop time so that she can hold onto each vivid moment.

    

    

    The puma, or mountain lion, can be nine feet long from head to tail. A snow leopard can jump farther than some of its big cat relatives. So what makes a little cat a little cat? This book tells all.ZOOBOOKS, the 59-book animal series - the "everything you wanted to know but didn't know who to ask" guide to the world's most fascinating creatures. Each exciting edition of ZOOBOOKS is packed with current scientific facts, striking photography, beautiful illustrations and unique activities that teach children about animals and the habitats in which they live. With innovative publications and products, Wildlife Education, Ltd. has enriched the lives of children, parents, and educators nationwide for 20 years. All titles are offered in library-bound hardcover and soft-cover styles. ZOOBOOKS, ideal for the knowledge-hungry 5-12 year old

    An essential resource for veterinarians, bereavement counselors, pet loss support groups, and, of course, pet owners themselves, Angel Pawprints is a heartwarming book for anyone who has ever loved and lost a dog.

    Escaping under the wire, he then has a series of encounters - with a dog, a bull, a coach and finally a spring blizzard. The author also wrote "All Creatures Great and Small".

    A cat's album of Victorian life.

    Benjamin Butters is called Butterfingers because he always drops everything, but when he is given his new baby sister to hold, he knows he won't drop her because she's his sister.

    

    In this book, Leahy argues that this is a movement based upon a series of fundamental misconceptions about the basic nature of animals.This is a radical philosophical questioning of prevailing views on animal rights, which credit animals with a self-consciousness like ours. Leahy's conclusions have implications for issues such as bloodsports, meat eating and fur trading.

    These easy-to-read selections include rhyming and counting stories, while basic concepts are combined with holiday themes.

    

    Simultaneous.

    Humans are perhaps most in awe of birds' ability to fly. Flight has enabled them to colonize virtually every habitat. Birds also display a great diversity of color and form. They are united by the possession of feathers-the defining characteristic of birds. Many species are threatened by habitat destruction and extinction, and their survival is dependant on our appreciation and understanding and the preservation of their habitats. This beautifully illustrated book, with more than 200 magnificent color photographs and 150 original paintings, maps, and diagrams, presents an up-to-date and comprehensive survey of the natural history of birds. The authoritative text has been written by the world's leading ornithologists and includes the most recent scientific findings in a stimulating presentation. Features: * Magnificently illustrated in full color * Includes hundreds of color photographs and meticulously researched diagrams and maps * Written by an international team of world recognized authorities

    The sandhill, most often seen, is within easy reach of bird-watchers in the center of the continent. Less visible is the whooping crane, struggling back from near extinction. Paul Johnsgard follows these elegant birds through a year’s cycle, describing their seasonal migrations, natural habitats, breeding biology, call patterns—angelic to the bird-lover’s ear—and fascinating dancing.The largest and most spectacular migratory concentration of cranes happens each spring when the Platte River valley becomes the staging ground for an amazing gathering of four hundred thousand to five hundred thousand sandhills en route from the South to the Arctic tundra. Johnsgard describes this incredible event as well as memorable personal encounters with the cranes. His knowledge of them transcends natural history, covering their importance in religion and mythology.

    Children learn to identify a variety of different plant, animal and insect species.-- Helps children identify different species.-- Includes scrapbook pages, for notes or drawings.-- Features detailed true-to-life illustrations.

    The setting is in and outside of London a number of years ago. The terrible Cruella de Vil has stolen 101 Dalmatian puppies for her own dreadful purposes. How Pongo and Perdita, loving parents of 15 of the puppies, help rescue the entire adorable bunch is exciting to read and satisfying to experience.

    Allaby covers all aspects of the study of animals in more than 5,250 clearly written entries--many new to this edition, including alarm pheromone, Fick's laws, manometer, and synanthrope. Illustrated with many line drawings, the book defines terms from animal behavior, evolution, earth history, zoogeography, genetics, and physiology, provides full taxonomic coverage of arthropods and other invertebrates, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals, and introduces new material on behavioral ecology and conservation biology. In many entries, he recommends web links, which are kept up to date through the Dictionary of Zoology's companion website. Finally, the book includes detailed appendices covering the universal genetic code, endangered animals, the geologic time scale, and SI units. An invaluable dictionary for students of zoology and the related fields of biological and biomedical sciences, A Dictionary of Zoology is also ideal for amateur naturalists and anyone with an interest in animals.

    Those who love their dogs will find a wealth of clear, precise and sensible instructions here for teaching their canine companions to be the ideal pet.

    A puppy named Buster helps a lost and frightened kitten find its mother.

    When he worked in the kibbutz chicken house, he sang so loudly that everyone began to think the chicken house must be the place to work. So Rody was moved to the laundry and Bracha took over the poultry. Can the chickens find a way to bring Rody back to them? Full-color illustrations.

    

    Multitiered illustrations will delight young readers as well as adults. These highly involving books have from five to seven pop-up spreads and, in most cases, one or two action devices on every page.

    

    For children of all ages.

    Well-researched chapters cover the antlers, evolution, natural histories, and social lives of each of North America's five deer species (white-tailed and mule deer, elk, moose, and caribou), as well as the extinct "Irish elk," which carried antlers as wide as an SUV is long. Throughout, Petersen's science is woven seamlessly into the author's personal-narrative natural history, taking readers beyond mere facts and figures and into the field for personal encounters with antlers and the animals that wear them. Also included are a ibliography, deer taxonomy chart, and a fascinating interview with antler expert Dr. Valerius Geist. "Whether you're a hunter, biologist, wildlife photographer or just a casual observer of nature, Racks is must reading if you're interested in the phenomena of antler growth and development." - Gary Wolfe (former CEO Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation) "When field observations are as well described as David Petersen's are in Racks, they open up new insights even to scientists." -Dr. Valerius Geist (from his foreword to Racks)

    Here are the field marks, habits and habitats of each species, including more than 700 illustrations and 377 detailed maps.

    The core of this authoritative reference guide is an encyclopedia of nature in North America. 1,200 entries. 1,000 full-color photos and illustrations.

    But best of all--after reading the story, unfold the concertina-style pages into a magnificent freestanding nine-foot-long frieze of Christmas cheer. The full-color paintings are repeated on the back of the frieze with captions identifying each animal.

    Using your dog's psychology, the instincts it has inherited from his wolf ancestors, John Fisher provides a fascinating insight into the roots of a dog's behaviour. Written with both dog and owner in mind, this is the essential book for anyone seeking a greater understanding of their furry friend.

    Retells a variety of Native American legends featuring Coyote in the time before the coming of humans, including Coyote Gets His Powers and Coyote and Spider Woman.

    In every way but size, miniature horses are just like their large cousins. They're good-natured and make wonderful pets for children, and because of their small size, they can be enjoyed in backyard areas, enabling urban horse lovers to indulge without acres of pasture or a full-size barn. Full-color photographs.

    

    It includes the first published collection of detailed range maps and some of the first photographs of rare species in the wild. It provides a thorough review of major issues in cat conservation such as habitat loss and management of big cats in livestock areas; field and laboratory research; international trade; the role of zoos; and reintroduction. High priority are identified to further the cause of cat conservation.

    

    

    Through the processes of history taking, clinical examination, formulation of a differential diagnosis and the interpretation of clinical pathology, the veterinarian arrives at a definite diagnosis and is able to treat the patient. By covering these aspects of veterinary practice, Clinical Medicine of the Dog and Cat proves to be a practical guide to common canine and feline diseases that will be invaluable to veterinary practitioners, students and nurses.The book is organized by body system. Each disease or disorder is presented in a consistent format that includes coverage of the definition, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical signs, differential diagnosis, diagnosis, and management/treatment options. Excellent photographs, diagrams and tables provide additional assistance throughout the text.Over 1000 superb color clinical photographs, diagrams, and tables.Accessible, practical format.Covers all the common diseases of the dog and cat.Includes treatment options.Written by an international team of renowned experts.Among the ten contributors are veterinarians from the University of Florida, North Carolina State University, Louisiana State University, Pfizer Animal Health (Dallas), the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia.

    Starting off in their cab, they pick up two sailors just in from Tahiti, then watch a parade with giant floats, and stop for frankfurters and a blueberry tart. When someone cries "Stop, thief!" Maxi speeds off in hot pursuit of a purse snatcher, while Jim cheers him on. How Maxi finally catches the thief and is proclaimed a hero to the applause of the crowd makes this a rousing tale for all young readers.