Pets

What do toads like to eat? Why do crickets sing? Why does a firefly glow? If you’ve ever longed to know more about the habits of the animals and insects that live in your backyard, here’s the book you’ve been waiting for! With Backyard Pets , you’ll find out how to catch and care for lots of different, easy-to-find critters, from terrific toads to slithering slugs. You’ll perform all sorts of investigations and activities, including discovering how snails eat and how caterpillars protect themselves, before you return your newly found pets safely to their natural home. And you’ll even find out how to attract birds and butterflies to homemade feeders and gardens so that you can observe them every day as they go about their amazing lives. more...

Price: $12.95

From the New York Times bestselling author, a second charming and hilarious book about the enduring wisdom of dogs From the New England woods of his childhood to the manicured lawns of Los Angeles, John O’Hurley has never known life without the pleasure of a dog by his side. Now, in Before Your Dog Can Eat Your Homework, First You Have to Do It, the well-known and well-loved actor, host, and New York Times bestselling author shares more lessons learned from a life with canine companions. Each of this book’s chapters is written in the form of a letter by O’Hurley’s wise, old Maltese (Scoshi), addressing O’Hurley’s new baby son (William), sharing Scoshi’s observations on what it takes to be a man. O’Hurley then responds to Scoshi in each chapter, including humorous remarks on what Scoshi meant to say, and offers more tales from growing up to illustrate each point. At once poignantly moving and laugh-out-loud funny, Before the Dog Can Eat Your Homework, First You Have to Do It is a must-read for the dog lover on everyone’s holiday shopping list. more...

Price: $21.95

My goal is to someday be the person my dog thinks I am. —Anonymous. Bestselling author Dean Koontz says that his dog, Trixie, changed his life and made him a better, happier person. A 68-pound dog who lived close to the ground, Trixie certainly did cast a long shadow. She first became known outside of her own house (dog-house, that is) as a guest blogger on Dean’s website, signing off every entry Life is Good, Bliss to You. Now, in this warm and funny book—as told to Dean Koontz—Trixie once again shares her inspiring outlook on life and reveals the eight steps that anyone can take to achieve not merely happiness, but bliss. Packed with dog wisdom, both poignant and funny, this charming and heartfelt book gives the reader much food for thought--which might not be as tasty as a bowl of kibble but is nonetheless nourishing. more...

Price: $12.95

Has a Boston Terrier stolen your heart? This book helps you learn where and how this dog originated, what it needs, and how to determine if a Boston Terrier is the right dog for you and your family. From feeding and grooming to basic training, it gives you tips that a Boston owner needs to make their dog feel welcome, loved, and well cared for. more...

Price: $16.99

A guide to bringing a feline friend into the family With its unique, fun format and diverse information and activities, this book helps everybody in the family discover what’s involved in bringing home a new kitty–including how to coax the new pet into a carrier and keep her calm in the car! This book covers everything from what to do about clawing and fur balls to how to keep a cat healthy. more...

Price: $14.99