In Pet Death, Dr. Straub addresses issues and feelings commonly encountered after the death of a pet. Practical guidelines are provided for coping with feelings of loss and sorrow. Many questions arise from the difficult topic of euthanasia, and in this book, the medical aspect of this procedure is explained in plain language. "Are your other pets grieving?" and "Should I get another pet right away?" are other questions addressed. Dr. Straub and others openly share their personal accounts of pet loss. Dr. Straub uses her own personal experiences as well as her education in mental health counseling to help others understand what they are feeling following the death of a pet. If you are anticipating or coping with the loss of a pet in your life and wish to better understand the grief... Less

From Old Yeller to Marley and Me, pet owners been bombarded over the years by emotionally wrenching stories that border on melodramatic and exploitive....

Have you ever caught yourself talking to your pet? Have you ever reviewed a list of your best friends and realized your pet was at the top? Is your pet influential in your life? Does your pet cultivate family relationships and add emotional stability? These are just a few of the questions represented within this power of pets research. This research was designed to explore these very questions as well as the importance a pet can have on someone?s life, including ways a pet affects the relationships an individual has with other family members. In this research the opinions of pet owners are reviewed, they are asked whether they feel their pet(s) love them, if they consider their pet(s) family members, if their pet(s) is their best friend and if they view their... Less

Written by a multidisciplinary team of experts in radiology and nuclear medicine, this lavishly illustrated handbook presents an evidence-based look at the most up-to-date image-fusion technology in clinical use today. The authors combine multislice spiral CT anatomic images with specific sensitive molecular images of PET in one examination to give readers a full understanding of this evolving technology.The book places special emphasis on tumor imaging, with additional chapters on the imaging of inflammatory, cardiovascular, and neurodegenerative diseases. Leading clinicians provide systematic discussion of patient preparation, recommendations for imaging protocols for specific indications, and examination techniques such as slice orientation and positioning. To prepare the reader for... Less

DeWayne really, really wanted a pet. He didn't want just any pet. A dog would leave slobbery kisses, and DeWayne didn't like that. A bird would chirp too loud, and a pig would be too pushy and snorty....

Being a veterinarian is not the only way to work with animals. If you are an animal lover and need to make extra income, this book will give you some ideas that you can use to make some extra money. Whether it be from insects, or a pet that you love, or farm or wildlife animals, here are forty-seven business ideas that will help you earn extra money. Each business idea has Internet resources that are up to date as of the publishing date. These Internet addresses will help you decide whether a particular idea is for you or not. Being able to make money with your pet or favorite animal, for many, would be the dream of a lifetime. We hope this is your dream too, and this book will help you find your dream.

Written by a multidisciplinary team of experts in radiology and nuclear medicine, this lavishly illustrated handbook presents an evidence-based look at the most up-to-date image-fusion technology in clinical use today. The authors combine multislice spiral CT anatomic images with specific sensitive molecular images of PET in one examination to give readers a full understanding of this evolving technology.The book places special emphasis on tumor imaging, with additional chapters on the imaging of inflammatory, cardiovascular, and neurodegenerative diseases. Leading clinicians provide systematic discussion of patient preparation, recommendations for imaging protocols for specific indications, and examination techniques such as slice orientation and positioning. To prepare the reader for... Less

THIS IS A SPECIAL PRICE ENDING JULY 2ND 2011 ONCE THEY'RE GONE THEIR GONE!INSTRUCTION BASED ON ACTUAL CORPORATE LEVEL TRAINING FOR PROVEN SUCCESS See Our 5 CD Set Price for Savings!! "THE PROFESSIONAL'S GUIDE TO PET PORTRAITS" I AM A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER AND WAS ACORPORATE TRAINER FOR YEARS.-. BUT.... BEFORE ALL THAT, I SPENT 15 YEARS AS A VETERINARY ASST. AND OWNED A VERY POPULAR GROOMING SHOP IN PALM SPRINGS , CA. I HAVE BEEN TRAINING DOMESTIC AND WILD ANIMALS SINCE I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE M

Drawing on 40 years of research and stories, Sylvia Browne gives us an exploratory look at how animals "live" after death on the Other Side....

This 28 page book is a quick reference for kids ages 8 and older on what to do if your dog or cat needs your help! You’ll find references about safety, preparedness, CPR, Rescue Breathing, and basic pet first aid. It covers what to do for both you and your pet, how to find help, what supplies to keep on hand and what to tell your parents (imagine, you can tell your parents what to do!) in case of an emergency. Above all Safety First!We highly encourage both Child and Adult to participate learning pet first aid skills together.

This careful revision keeps pace with developments in the field, with new chapters on PET Metabolism, CT and MRI in the Emergency Department, Image-Guided Electrophysiology Mapping and Ablation, and Identification of Vulnerable Atherosclerotic Plaque by Radionuclide and CT techniques, plus the introduction of new contributors Udo Hoffman and Stephan Achenbach. Praised in its previous edition as a concise source of essential information, this new edition presents the most recent information in an accessible format and serves as an excellent reference source for all cardiologists, radiologists and nuclear medicine physicians.

This guide is a practical tool for veterinarians, teachers, counselors, parents, grandparents and others who are in a position to help children cope with the loss of a pet. Topics include understanding children's attachment to their pets and the significance of their loss; understanding the child's concept of death; recognizing how children grieve; encouraging the child's successful grieving; knowing when and whether to suggest getting another pet; recognizing loss as a valuable lesson about life; and knowing which books are recommended for grieving children.

The Atlas of PET/CT Imaging in Oncology serves an educational purpose and is designed to teach radiologists and nuclear medicine specialists about important aspects of molecular imaging and nuclear medicine specialists about the benefits of anatomic imaging. It consists of a brief didactic portion and an extensive selection of interesting and challenging case examples. A special  feature of the atlas is an interactive CD-ROM that provides the original PET and CT images of each case in selected planes enabling the users to manually adjust the blending intensity of each modality in a fused image. In addition, users can display the clinical history, imaging techniques and diagnostic findings of each case as well as the corresponding specific teaching point.

The bestselling author of Nature's Super 7 Medicines and Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Juices returns with the ultimate guide to holistic health care for pets. People naturally want the best treatment for their pets, and "natural" and "best" is what they'll find in this user-friendly reference to alternative remedies for dogs and cats. Your Healthy Pet contains expert treatments for over 100 common health problems, plus commonsense tips on resolving common behavior issues and keeping pets in shape. Easy-to-prepare remedies are provided for safe, gentle, and effective relief of ailments, including: Arthritis Anemia Constipation Coughing Ear infections Flea problems Skin rashes Weight loss Yeast infections With solid, reassuring advice pet owners can trust, Your Healthy Pet is a... Less

PSI is making available some of the best that has appeared in The WORLD magazine from PSI. A new and unique resource for veteran pet sitters and industry newcomers alike. Since its introduction in 1994, The WORLD of Professional Pet Sitting magazine has been one of the most important benefits of PSI membership. Members of Pet Sitters International tell us they find each issue of The WORLD interesting and informative. They say that back issues provide a valuable reference source for the questions and challenges that arise in their businesses. Now, for the first time, PSI is making available some of the best that has appeared in the WORLD's pages throughout PSI's 14-year history. Vol. 1, 1994-1999, contains valuable information on -Pet Care -Health, Nutrition & Behavior ... Less

Over the past thirty years there has been a tremendous growth in interest in the multidisciplinary field of human-companion animal interactions and relationships. The increased interest in human-pet relationships is not surprising considering that pets are kept in at least half of the households in Western societies. What is so special about the relationships people have with their pets? Are we very different from our ancestors in the way we feel about animals? What does pet keeping tell us about ourselves and our relationships with people? Can pets be good for our health? Does having pets help promote empathy for other humans? Companion Animals and Us brings together some of the newest research from a wide variety of disciplines including anthropology, history, psychology, sociology,... Less

Originally published in 1912, this comprehensive guide to breeding cats is mainly aimed at those more serious of breeders. The author goes into detail regarding colours and markings that are best bred together depending on what results are desired by the breeder. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include Long Haired Cats Short Haired Cats Housing Feeding Breeding Kittenhood The Stud Cat Establishing a Strain Exhibiting Diseases

If you are looking for a change of scenery, a retirement lifestyle, a sea-change, or just a holiday without the exorbitant cost of accommodation, then house and pet sitting could be just the thing for you.This how-to book will provide you with everything you need to know about travelling the world by living in other people's beautiful homes and caring for their pets.The book will also give you the dos and don'ts of caring for pets and other people's homes, as well as give you a taste of how exciting house and pet sitting can be in some spectacularly beautiful places. Most importantly, you will learn how to avoid the pitfalls of house and pet sitting and how to get the very best sits.

The Pet Emergency Pocket Guide is a handy new reference for pet owners and caretakers that makes care and emergency planning easy. This compact 3x5-inch guide delivers step-by-step guidelines on daily care, first aid, traveling with pets, emergency planning, and how to prepare and respond to a pet injury, illness or emergency. The Pet Emergency Pocket Guide was designed to be the most comprehensive, current, and convenient resource available. Easy-to-follow tabbed, color-coded, and illustrated sections both show and tell you how to best care for your pet daily, as well as what to do before, during, and after an incident. It also includes how-to first aid, emergency assessment with a glossary of signs and conditions, pet safety and preparation in the event of a natural disaster, the latest... Less

Have you ever wondered whether your pet is the right pet for you? Join Zigzag the dragon as he visits a new home for a week, leaving the Princess with two new pets. Will the princess and her new friend learn the value of being happy with what they already have? Find out in Victoria Moser's Zigzag and the Pet Swap. 'This is an eLIVE book, meaning each printed copy contains a special code redeemable for the free download of the audio version of the book.'

This fascinating series showcases the pets that enrich children's lives. Each colorful volume includes information on the development, life cycle, grooming needs, behaviors, and nutritional requirements of each pet. A brief history of each animal and its domestication is discussed, and interesting facts and folklore surrounding the pet are provided. The Caring for Your Pet series encourages young people to be responsible for their pets and helps them develop an understanding of how to care for them.

Whether you are a first time pet owner or you are looking to add to an existing menagerie, The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Small Pets and Pet care provides all the care and advice you need to keep your pets safe, happy and in health. This expertly written guide looks at small mammals - including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and birds, chinchillas, rats and mice - as well as birds, reptiles, invertebrates, and fish.

From posing a wiggly ferret to encouraging a frog to sit in one place, this guide's specialized techniques will benefit both existing animal photographers and newcomers looking to diversify their portrait business. Discussed are the personality traits best suited to the business, ways to create a people- and animal-friendly studio, and tips for making clients and their pets feel at home in the studio through the selection of decor, backdrops, furnishings, and props that wear well and are easy to sanitize. Technical advice includes which lenses and cameras lend themselves to animal portraiture, the advantages of shooting digitally, and the best shutter speeds and apertures for the job. The unique challenges of pet photography are covered, such as how to get the best expressions from pets... Less

ISBN13: 9780323071925. ISBN10: 0323071929. by Paul E. Christian. Published by Elsevier Science. Edition: 7TH 12

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Pet Assisted Therapy (PAT) features both basic information on PAT and detailed explanations of its effectiveness with children, individuals who are elderly, and those dealing with physical and mental challenges. This invaluable resource provides the reader with a thorough overview of PAT including instruction, guidelines, ethical standards, descriptions of field experiences and discussions of the issues critical to the development and advancement of PAT in the health care, education, social service, and criminal justice arenas. In addition, this book can serve as a guide for people to work within their own communities to advance legislation and public policy on behalf of people and animals. IMPORTANT FEATURES: * Contributed articles by current practitioners of PAT who offer their... Less

A visual feast of art, music, and design for devoted fans of the Pet Shop Boys and for anyone interested in popular culture.The Pet Shop Boys are one of the most influential pop acts ever. With number-one singles such as "West End girls," "It's a sin," and "Go west," numerous gold- and platinum-selling albums such as Please, Actually, and Very, and hundreds of thousands of fans around the world, Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe are the most successful British writing duo since Lennon and McCartney. Spanning the worlds of music, art, film, and theater, the Pet Shop Boys have collaborated with some of the biggest stars of pop, including David Bowie, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Liza Minnelli, and Tina Turner; composers such as Ryuichi Sakamoto and Angelo Badalamenti; and leading artists,... Less

A visual feast of art, music, and design for devoted fans of the Pet Shop Boys and for anyone interested in popular culture.The Pet Shop Boys are one of the most influential pop acts ever. With number-one singles such as "West End girls," "It's a sin," and "Go west," numerous gold- and platinum-selling albums such as Please, Actually, and Very, and hundreds of thousands of fans around the world, Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe are the most successful British writing duo since Lennon and McCartney. Spanning the worlds of music, art, film, and theater, the Pet Shop Boys have collaborated with some of the biggest stars of pop, including David Bowie, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Liza Minnelli, and Tina Turner; composers such as Ryuichi Sakamoto and Angelo Badalamenti; and leading artists,... Less

Back in the 1940s, the practice referred to as Opound seizureO became a common practice in taxpayer-funded animal shelters across the country. Whether for cosmetic testing, human or animal drug testing, medical technique and tool testing, or biochemical testing, these once-family pets are subjected to experimentation that often ends in death. While many states fail to keep accurate data, the number of pets that become victims of pound seizure easily reaches the thousands and though most citizens are unaware of the practice, it may very well be happening at their local animal shelter. Pound seizure remains a dirty little secret in American society, but the practice is moving toward extinction with the help of local citizens advocating for change at their shelter, as well as animal rescue... Less