Dog Walking

The purpose of this book is to provide a simple, brief step-by-step guide to help dog owners train their dogs at home to perform basic commands. It uses simple terms and easy-to-find lists teaching basic commands such as sit, down, stay, come, heel, watch me, and don't chase. Leash walking and behavioral issues are also discussed. Positive reinforcement training is the method. A happy dog and a bonded human-dog relationship are the goals.

This war widow is about to find out true love can happen twice. Ever since her husband died in Afghanistan, Samantha Valdez has thought she would never find love again. David was her everything—and not only is he gone, but she's been left with a son who will never know his dad. Then she meets Evan Hart—the brother of her fallen husband's best friend. Sam and Evan meet on a trip from Southern California back up to Oregon, transporting rescue dogs with a local animal rescue in Portland. Evan is everything David wasn't: cocky, reckless, and totally commitment-phobic. Still, she wants him. ...

Alexandra Horowitz’s brilliant On Looking: Eleven Walks with Expert Eyes shows us how to see the spectacle of the ordinary - to practice, as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle put it, "the observation of trifles". On Looking is structured around a series of eleven walks the author takes, mostly in her Manhattan neighborhood, with experts on a diverse range of subjects, including an urban sociologist, the well-known artist Maira Kalman, a geologist, a physician, and a sound designer. She also walks with a child and a dog to see the world as they perceive it.

Anxiety—A Silent Assassin Most of us recognize the word “anxiety” and have pre-conceived ideas about what it is. Often, the words “fear” and “stress” come to mind when this subject enters a conversation, and that’s absolutely right. But is there something else going on here? Could there be a more diabolical, spiritual plan at work by the enemy to enslave us with his lies about what negative events might happen to us? Yes, absolutely. The bible gives us so much hope and is the only real antidote to anxiety. Most human beings battle this affliction in some way, shape, or form....

A humorous view of dogs in our lives. From your sofa as territory to going to the vet.

At loose ends with her daughter leaving home and her husband on the road, Sue Halpern decided to give herself and Pransky, her under-occupied Labradoodle, a new leash - er, lease - on life by getting the two of them certified as a therapy dog team. Smart, spirited, and instinctively compassionate, Pransky turned out to be not only a terrific therapist but an unerring moral compass. In the unlikely sounding arena of a public nursing home, she led her teammate into a series of encounters with the residents that revealed depths of warmth, humor, and insight Halpern hadn't expected.

A post-apocalyptic tale of a man and his dog. A unique blend of science fiction and fantasy.

For readers who enjoy laugh-out-loud moments, a splattering of romance and one quite magnificent heroine. Mary Brown is back in box set format for the third time. In BOX SET THREE of her fabulously funny novels, follow Mary Brown in 'A Friend in Need' as she goes chasing around the country to find out whether Charlie's boyfriend is being faithful to her, then join her for 'Dog Days' as she gets herself a puppy and integrates herself into the dog walking community. Then...it's 'Don't Mention the Hen Weekend' as Mary goes off on a hen weekend like no other (spoiler alert - they end up in jail...

Eric was 150 pounds overweight, depressed, and sick. After a lifetime of failed diet attempts and the onset of type 2 diabetes due to his weight, Eric went to a new doctor, who surprisingly prescribed a shelter dog. And that's when Eric met Peety: an overweight, middle-aged, and forgotten dog who, like Eric, had seen better days. The two adopted each other and began an incredible journey together, forming a bond of unconditional love that forever changed their lives.

☘️ Murder, secrets, and one explosive St. Patrick’s Day in Gordonston. As the city of Savannah prepares for its biggest celebration of the year, dark forces are gathering. Old scores demand to be settled. Secrets refuse to stay buried. And not everyone will make it out alive. Detective Jeff Morgan is closing in on a truth some would kill to keep hidden. A sniper lurks in the shadows, ready to strike. And as the residents of Gordonston drink, party, and parade through the streets, a final act of vengeance is set in motion—one that will change everything. 💀 In this shocking ...

Step into the extraordinary life of Prada, a beautiful golden retriever who shared a lifetime of love and adventures with her family and friends. From her playful puppyhood to overcoming cancer and becoming a therapy dog, Prada’s journey is a testament to resilience, survival, and the deep connections that are fostered with a trusted canine companion. In Walking with Prada: Our Journey of Love and Adventure, author, and Prada’s mom, Silvia Mesa, warmly recounts their experiences, showcasing the daily challenges and joys they faced together. From the day she was born, Prada won ...

In this heartfelt guide, Pat Blocker and Sarah Pellizzari offer a gentle hand to those experiencing the profound loss of a beloved canine companion. "Beyond the Last Walk" serves as a guiding light through the grieving process, offering practical advice, gentle exercises, and heartfelt anecdotes to help you navigate this delicate time. Pat's expertise as a certified professional dog trainer and animal communicator, combined with Sarah's background as a clinical social worker and certified professional dog trainer, creates a unique and comprehensive approach to healing. With wisdom born from...

Suffering from severe neck and back injuries, Kerry was unemployed and housebound, struggling with depression and even thoughts of suicide. He went from cycling over 600 miles a month to becoming a prisoner in his own home. In the face of unbearable pain and overwhelming panic, he persevered, and along the way, met an adorable yard dog named Max. This is their remarkable, inspiring story.

Little is what it seems to be in a leafy Savannah neighborhood as members of an afternoon cocktail and dog walking club mourn a neighbor’s death. Jealousies surface when friends vie for the widower running for mayor. An old woman with an infamous uncle plots to avenge a wrong. Memories haunt a once successful children’s writer. And a model has won the trip of a lifetime. But a killer lurks and secrets unfold, as does a web of deceit. Is anyone really who he or she seems to be?

Has your dog walking dream become a depressing reality? Are you working too many hours for too little pay? Do you struggle to attract the type of high-quality clients (and earn the kind of money) you know your dog walking service deserves? Then you need this audiobook. The pet service sector is booming but the market is becoming saturated. Competition is everywhere and increases every month. The harsh truth is if you want to make serious cash from your dog walking business then you need more than just some poo bags, a Facebook page and a van.

A funny, fast paced, feel-good comedy keeping you guessing to the end. When Ellie and Ben strike up a friendship and decide to travel to the Lake District together in a campervan called Brienne neither of them mentions that they are escaping from their pasts. What follows is a fast-paced farcical adventure with hair raising encounters as Ellie and Ben, try and keep one step ahead of their pursuers. This hilarious romp has laughs, tears, nail-biting suspense and romance. Camping on the Run is written in our usual light-hearted, tongue in cheek, heart-warming, feel good style. We hope you ...

When you don’t listen, bad things can happen. The Walk of Shame, the second book in The Adventures of Lucky and Mr. Pickle series, continues to follow the growing relationship between a newly adopted pup and his family. Mr. Pickle finds himself excited and a bit out of control when Papa takes him for his first walk in the neighborhood. He hates being on a leash and wants nothing more than to run free and explore. Lucky and Papa do their best to get him to pay attention, but the pup refuses to listen. Conflicting advice from family and new friends, Shadow and Max, only confuses him and ...

All about the adventures that occur when Meg takes her dog Peg for a walk.

Is forest bathing for me and my dog? Yes! You don’t need a swimsuit - no special attire required. Forest bathing is accessible to all levels of fitness and mobility. It is a new (and very old) type of restorative stroll in the woods with your dog. Why do forest bathing with my dog? If you feel like you are bouncing from one thing to the next, never relaxing, forest bathing will reduce your stress, reset your nervous systems, have lasting positive effects on your immune system, and increase the well-being of both you and your dog.

Ben Carter, pet care specialist, is hired to walk a Shiba Inu named Toby. Unbeknownst to Ben, Toby is no ordinary dog but an inugami - an immortal demon born in feudal Japan and bred for only one purpose...murder. A mysterious cult seeks to capture the inugami and harness its power for evil. With the help of an elderly luchador and a cop with a heart of gold, Ben must protect Toby and uncover the secret of the Tengu.