MBR: The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
Midwest Book Review
Turtles of the World
Franck Bonin, Bernard Devaux, Alain Dupre
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
0801884969, $50.00 www.press.jhu.edu
College-level holdings, many an aquarium shop, and any serious natural
history collection must have TURTLES OF THE WORLD. It's a definitive
survey originally written in French and translated by a leading turtle
expert, Peter C.H. Pritchard. Nearly 300 species of world turtles are
covered including their habitats, lifestyle, and maps and photos. Co-
written by a veterinarian expert with turtles, a nonprofit turtle
research foundation and an avid conservationist, TURTLES OF THE
WORLD's color photos pack every page and its information is well-
rounded and key to any serious turtle researcher.
Small Animal Dentistry
Cedrick Tutt
Blackwell Publishing
Box 570, Ames, IA 50010-0570
1405123729, $119.99 www.blackwellprofessional.com
SMALL ANIMAL DENTISTRY: A MANUAL OF TECHNIQUES is a 'must' reference
for any college-level holding strong in small animal veterinary
science. It's designed as a 'how to' manual which uses color photos to
provide a step-by-step walk-through coverage of common techniques, and
will serve as an excellent classroom manual as well as a vet's
reference. From proper tools and techniques to close-ups of common
conditions and discussions of challenges in small animal dentistry,
this reference is packed with insights and perfect for both vet
classes and practicing vets alike.
Brackish-Water Fishes
Neale Monks, Editor
T.F.H. Publications
1 TFH Plaza, 3rd & Union Avenue, Neptune City, NJ 07753
0793805643, $39.95 www.tfh.com 1-800-631-2188
Brackish water fishes have grown in popularity over the years, yet
little has been written exclusively to explore the natural history and
habitat needs of this fish. BRACKISH-WATER FISHES thus is an important
addition to any library specializing in aquarium care or fish tank
maintenance: it offers both an overview of species and habitats and
recommendations for specific tank setups and tankmates for species.
Color photos throughout accompany tables, charts, and information in
BRACKISH-WATER FISHES: AN AQUARIST'S GUIDE TO IDENTIFICATION, CARE &
HUSBANDRY. Both rare and common species are covered, making this an
extensive, in-depth reference not for the casual aquarium owner.
Whisper This... Not to Your Horse to Yourself
Smokie Brannaman
Horseman's Services Limited, LLC
1724 Mill Rd., Greenleaf, WI 541126
0979144604, $16.25 www.smokiebrannaman.com
Written by horse trainer Smokie Brannaman, Whisper This... Not to Your
Horse to Yourself: A "No Bull$#it" Book For You and Your Horse is a
straightforward, tell-it-like-it-is guide for anyone considering
owning a horse, and especially for prospective first-time horse
buyers. Chapters discuss what to look for in a good horse, how to tell
if one is really ready to be a horse owner, care and feeding of
horses, the good/bad/ugly about clinics, and much more. "An older well-
broke horse doesn't need riding every day to stay in shape or remain a
well-broke horse. But once a month won't work either. I'd ride at
least twice a week if I could and three would be better. But if all
you can do is ride on a weekend, why not see if there is someone else
who can ride him?" An honest, practical-minded guide offering the
benefit of a lifetime of horse experience, enthusiastically
recommended.
The Cocker Spaniel Handbook
D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.
Barron's Educational Series, Inc.
250 Wireless Boulevard, Hauppauge, NY 11788
0764134590, $11.99 www.barronseduc.com
Written by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.: The Cocker Spaniel Handbook is a
well-rounded guide packed with everything the reader needs to know
about raising a happy and healthy cocker spaniel. From acquiring a dog
or puppy, to the many types of Cocker Spaniels, to training, grooming
and feeding, requisite exercise, common medical problems and diseases,
and much more, The Cocker Spaniel Handbook is a solidly accessible
primer, illustrated with color photographs on virtually every page.
Enthusiastically recommended especially for first-time Cocker Spaniel
owners.
The Language Of Dogs
Sarah Kalnajs
Dogwise Publishing
PO Box 2778, Wenatchee, WA 98807-2778
1929242409, $39.95 www.dogwisepublishing.com 1-800-776-2665
Expertly produced by Dogwise Publishing, "The Language Of Dogs:
Understanding Canine Body Language And Other Communication Signals" by
professional canine behaviorist and trainer Sarah Kalnajs is a two
hour, thirteen minute, two disc, instructional DVD that draws upon
extensive footage of a variety of breeds to show hundreds of examples
of canine behavior and body language. Pet owners, veterinary students,
animal shelter workers, and dog trainers will learn how to identify
common behaviors including look-aways, freezes, submissive grins, tail
flags, dog smiles, sneezes, shake-offs, urogenital check-outs,
displacement behaviors, and so much more. Informed and informative,
"The Language Of Dogs" is strongly recommended viewing by anyone
owning, encountering, or having responsibility for the care of dogs.
Other very highly recommended DVDs from Dogwise Publishing for pet
owners and trainers include Sarah Kalnajs' "Am I Safe: The Art &
Science of Canine Behavior Assessments (1929242417, $39.95); Ian
Dunbar's "Give Them A Scalpel Y& They Will Dissect A Kiss: Dog
Training: Past, Present & Future" (1929242387, $29.95); Ted Turner's
"The ABC's Of Behavior Shaping: The Fundamentals Of Training;
Proactive Behavior Management; Extinguishing Aggression And Other
Problem Behaviors" (0977264815, $29.95); and "Brenda Aloff's
Fundamentals: Foundation Training For Every Dog" (192924228X, $34.95).
Heartbeat For Horses
Laura Chester & Donna DeMari
Willow Creek Press
PO Box 147, Minocqua WI 54548
1595434437, $29.95 www.willowcreekpress.com 1-800-850-9453
Compiled and co-edited by Laura Chester and Donna DeMari, "Heartbeat
For Horses" is a compilation of impressive photographs combined
engaging commentaries about girls and horses. The quotations and
commentaries are drawn from forty-two writers that range from Chief
Buffalo Cjhild Long Lance, to E. E. Cummings, to Charles Dickens, to
James Herriot, to D.H. Lawrence, to Theodore Roosevelt. A very special
blending of image and text, "Heartbeat For Horses" is particularly
recommended reading for equine enthusiasts in general, any girl or
woman who feels a special affection for the horse in particular.
Barbaro
Sean Clancy
Eclipse Press
PO Box 919003, Lexington, KY 40591-9003
1581501595, $25.95 www.eclipsepress.com 1-800-582-5604
Not since the legendary Secretariat has any thoroughbred race horse
captured the imagination of the public so swiftly and enthusiastically
as Barbaro. His was a story of high achievement over great odds and
the promise of a Triple Crown winner - only to suffer a catastrophic
racing injury that resulted in the shattering of his right hind leg.
"Barbaro: The Horse Who Captured America's Heart" is also the story of
a dedicated trainer, Michael Matz, and a veterinary science that
brought the cutting edge of medical technology to the service of a
badly injured and beloved animal. Profusely illustrated with full
color photography throughout, "Barbaro" is a compelling read and
especially recommended to horse racing enthusiasts in general, and
Barbaro fans in particular.
Old Dog, New Tricks
David Taylor
Firefly Books
Box 1338, Ellicott Station, Buffalo NY 14205
1554071976, $19.95 www.fireflybooks.com
OLD DOG, NEW TRICKS: UNDERSTANDING AND RETRAINING OLDER AND RESCUED
DOGS is a 'must' for any with such an animal. Thousands of households
adopt older dogs which come with previous training - some wanted, some
unwanted. Here's the key to behavior modification: it provides
insights into understanding dogs, provides lists of considerations
before bringing an older dog into the home, and most importantly
covers training, from basic techniques to modification. An excellent
guide which dog owners and public libraries will find important.
Blackwell Publishing
Box 570, Ames, IA 50010-0570
www.blackwellprofessional.com
Timothy B. Hackett and Elisa M. Mazzaferro's VETERINARY EMERGENCY &
CRITICAL CARE PROCEDURES (0813823315, $49.99) offers both general
practitioners and specialists a solid text on emergency procedures,
breaking down key critical care procedures and using hundreds of
photos and lists of supplies and complication potentials for each
procedure. College-level students of veterinary science in particular
will find it a solid text reference, making it a recommended pick for
both classroom study and auxiliary reading. Andrew U. Luescher's
MANUAL OF PARROT BEHAVIOR (0813827493, $79.99) is an essential
addition to any college-level collection specializing in veterinary
science, representing the first of its kind for students of parrot
behavior and treatment. International experts on avian behavior join
to explore both normal and abnormal parrot behavior, producing an
authoritative team-researched text which covers all the basics. Andrew
Luescher, DVM/Ph.D. is a Director of the Animal Behavior Clinic at
Purdue: his title is simply a 'must have' basic text on the subject.
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