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Par Dirk Knaust. 2017
This book provides the reader with a well-balanced blend of high-quality photographs figures and accompanied text for the identification…
of trace fossils both in core and in outcrop Ichnological data become more and more crucial in sedimentological and paleoenvironmental interpretations not only in the exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons but also in the characterization of aquifers and in scientific drilling After an introduction to the study of trace fossils in core and an outlining of ichnological basics principles and concepts the book continues with a detailed description and interpretation of 39 trace fossils ichnogenera and associated features such as bioturbate texture plant roots and their traces borings and pseudo-trace fossils commonly encountered in well cores and in outcrop The trace fossils are highlighted by their expression in well core nicely illustrated with carefully prepared eye-catching core photographs This unique information is complemented with examples of trace fossils in outcrop as well as relevant key figures from the literature Each description is presented in a consistent manner stating the ichnogenus name and author in the title followed by sections about morphology and size ichnotaxonomy substrate appearance in core similar trace fossils producers ethology depositional environment ichnofacies age as well as reservoir quality The book is rounded off with an extensive list of references for further reading The material for the book originates from the author s continuous work with trace fossils in core over the last two decadesPar Bardi Mclennan. 1998
Terrier-breed expert Bardi McLennan unveils the mystery of the Irish Terrier whose heedless reckless pluck has…
made him the indisputable daredevil of the dog world Fiery protective friendly and affectionate the Irish Terrier possesses an intense personality that is only exceeded by his loyalty to his owner and family In the history chapter that opens this Comprehensive Owner s Guide McLennan retells the origins of the terriers of the Emerald Isle how various terrier types evolved and how the Irish Terrier-as a purebred dog-came to fame and favor among farmers dog breeders military personnel and peasants especially as a children s companion In the chapter on the breed s characteristics the author offers sound advice for all potential owners of the Irish Terrier Recognizing the breed s bold and boisterous nature the Irish Terrier is not a breed for the timid the weak-willed or those who merely wish to pamper a pet and be pampered in return Today s Irish Terriers though not as reckless as his forebears should not be thought of anything more than assertive He is not aggressive toward people but he is a dog who likes who he is and doesn t mind letting others know it New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy sound puppy Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training feeding and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies In all there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume The author s advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian vaccinations preventing and dealing with parasites infectious diseases and more Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints covering topics as diverse as historical dogs breeders or kennels toxic plants first aid crate training carsickness fussy eaters and parasite control Fully indexedPar American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, Debra F. Horwitz, Steve Dale, John Ciribassi. 2014
More than ninety percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our…
best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescue groups.The key to training dogs effectively is first to understand why our dogs do what they do. And no one can address this more authoritatively than the diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Behavior, whose work, the culmination of years of rigorous training, takes them deep into the minds of dogs in an effort to decode how they think, how they communicate, and how they learn.In Decoding Your Dog, these experts analyze problem behaviors, decipher the latest studies, and correct common misconceptions and outmoded theories. The book includes:* Effective, veterinary-approved positive training methods* Expert advice on socialization, housetraining, diet, and exercise* Remedies for behavior problems such as OCD and aggressionWith Decoding Your Dog the experts' experts deliver a must-have dog behavior guide that ultimately challenge the way we think about our dogs.Par Bernice Bovenkerk, Jozef Keulartz. 2016
This book provides reflection on the increasingly blurry boundaries that characterize the human-animal relationship In the Anthropocene humans…
and animals have come closer together and this asks for rethinking old divisions Firstly new scientific insights and technological advances lead to a blurring of the boundaries between animals and humans Secondly our increasing influence on nature leads to a rethinking of the old distinction between individual animal ethics and collectivist environmental ethics Thirdly ongoing urbanization and destruction of animal habitats leads to a blurring between the categories of wild and domesticated animals Finally globalization and global climate change have led to the fragmentation of natural habitats blurring the old distinction between in situ and ex situ conservation In this book researchers at the cutting edge of their fields systematically examine the broad field of human-animal relations dealing with wild liminal and domestic animals with conservation and zoos and with technologies such as biomimicry This book is timely in that it explores the new directions in which our thinking about the human-animal relationship are developing While the target audience primarily consists of animal studies scholars coming from a wide range of disciplines including philosophy sociology psychology ethology literature and film studies many of the topics that are discussed have relevance beyond a purely theoretical one as such the book also aims to inspire for example biologists conservationists and zoo keepers to reflect on their relationship with animalsPar Paul Covello. 2020
From the author of the beloved and bestselling Canada ABC and Canada 123 comes this wonderful addition to the Canada…
board book series. Come explore some of the many special sports, games, activities and festivals that are a special part of how we love to have fun!Par James Raffan. 2020
From bestselling author James Raffan comes an enlightening and original story about a polar bear&’s precarious existence in the changing…
Arctic, reminiscent of John Vaillant&’s The Golden Spruce.Nanurjuk, &“the bear-spirited one,&” is hunting for seals on Hudson Bay, where ice never lasts more than one season. For her and her young, everything is in flux. From the top of the world, Hudson Bay looks like an enormous paw print on the torso of the continent, and through a vast network of lakes and rivers, this bay connects to oceans across the globe. Here, at the heart of everything, walks Nanurjuk, or Nanu, one polar bear among the six thousand that traverse the 1.23 million square kilometers of ice and snow covering the bay. For millennia, Nanu&’s ancestors have roamed this great expanse, living, evolving, and surviving alongside human beings in one of the most challenging and unforgiving habitats on earth. But that world is changing. In the Arctic&’s lands and waters, oil has been extracted—and spilled. As global temperatures have risen, the sea ice that Nanu and her young need to hunt seal and fish has melted, forcing them to wait on land where the delicate balance between them and their two-legged neighbors has now shifted. This is the icescape that author and geographer James Raffan invites us to inhabit in Ice Walker. In precise and provocative prose, he brings readers inside Nanu&’s world as she treks uncertainly around the heart of Hudson Bay, searching for nourishment for the children that grow inside her. She stops at nothing to protect her cubs from the dangers she can see—other bears, wolves, whales, human beings—and those she cannot. By focusing his lens on this bear family, Raffan closes the gap between humans and bears, showing us how, like the water of the Hudson Bay, our existence—and our future—is tied to Nanu&’s. He asks us to consider what might be done about this fragile world before it is gone for good. Masterful, vivid, and haunting, Ice Walker is an utterly unique piece of creative nonfiction and a deeply affecting call to action.Par Luna Malcolm. 2019
A delightfully quirky, cute, and funny guide to horoscopes told through adorable cat photographs. With the help of a collection…
of sweet and hilarious cat pictures, Castrology will unlock all the secrets of the stars that you need to know, including:Each of the signs at their best and worst (and the perfect cat to illustrate them)The common traits of each element and modality in the zodiacWhat do you and your "sister sign" have in common? Find out, with the perfect cat picture to complement it...And of course: the right cat for you, based on your star sign!Par Luna Malcolm. 2019
A delightfully quirky, cute, and funny guide to horoscopes told through adorable dog photographs. With the help of a collection…
of sweet and hilarious dog pictures, Dogstrology will unlock all the secrets of the stars that you need to know, including: Each of the signs at their best and worst (and the perfect pup to illustrate them)The common traits of each element and modality in the zodiacWhat do you and your "sister sign" have in common? Find out, with the perfect dog photo to complement it.And of course: the right dog for you, based on your star sign!Par Emma Beswetherick. 2020
Join Katy, Cassie and Zia on an Arctic adventure! Winter has arrived, and the girls decide to warm up with…
a picnic in the North Pole. But to their surprise the animals give them a frosty reception. Before they can enjoy snowflake-shaped sandwiches, shimmering doughnuts and mountains of ice cream, they must first win the trust of the Arctic Queen and discover why the North Pole is melting.Par Diane Morgan. 2021
Discover how to raise, train, and enjoy your Siberian Husky with this fantastic resource The Second Edition of Siberian Huskies For Dummies offers the…
most up-to-date information about welcoming a Siberian Husky into your home and loving your new family member. Author and Husky owner Diane Morgan walks you through how to care for these beautiful, curious, and engaging dogs, as she: Suggests ideal methods for adopting and selecting a Husky right for you Examines ways to socialize your new Husky Shares details about Siberian Husky grooming and veterinary care Provides additional information about behavior correction and training Siberian Huskies For Dummies is packed full of practical tips about how to raise and have fun with your young or old Siberian Husky. The author shares her advice in plain English for people looking for accessible and approachable information. Perfect for new and experienced husky owners, Siberian Huskies For Dummies also belongs on the bookshelves of anyone who’s ever considered adopting one of these magnificent animals.Par Linda L. Richards. 2020
Less than 100 years ago, the northern elephant seal was thought to be extinct. Today more than 250,000 elephant seals…
swim in the Pacific Ocean from Alaska to Mexico. In Return from Extinction: The Triumph of the Elephant Seal Linda L. Richards tells the story of their dramatic recovery. Elephant seals were hunted to near extinction for their precious oil before the Mexican government stepped in to protect them. Many people thought it was too late. Even though the life of the elephant seal is difficult and only 20 percent of pups born will make it to adulthood, the species adapted and came back from the brink. They are a true conservation success story.Par Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld. 2015
Par Mary Ann Fraser. 1999
Par Gideon Kidd, Rachel Braunigan. 2020
From 11-year-old dog-loving Gideon Kidd of the viral Twitter account I've Pet That Dog comes a guide for young readers to…
befriend and care for dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities! Pet That Dog! A Handbook for Making Four-Legged Friends is an illustrated guide to meeting, petting, and caring for dogs by Gideon and his mom, Rachel Braunigan. Learn how dogs communicate through body language, helpful tips for safely interacting with dogs, and fun facts about dogs to share with friends. (Did you know that all-white dogs are more likely to be deaf? Or that dogs poop in alignment with the north-south axis of the Earth&’s magnetic field?) You can even keep track of the pups you meet with your very own Dog Tracker.With an interactive format and joyful illustrations of lovable dogs, Pet That Dog! makes a perfect gift for dog lovers and dog-curious kids.Par Irus Braverman. 2021
Despite their centrality to the operation of contemporary accredited zoo and aquarium institutions, the work of zoo veterinarians has rarely,…
if ever, been the focus of a critical analysis in the social science and humanities. Drawing on in-depth interviews and observations of zoo and aquarium veterinarians in Europe and North America, this book highlights the recent transformation that has occurred in the zoo veterinarian profession during a time of ecological crisis, and what these changes can teach us about our rapidly changing planet. Zoo vets, Braverman instructs us with a wink, have "gone wild." Originally an individual welfare-centered profession, these experts are increasingly concerned with the sustainability of wild animal populations and with ecological health. In this sense, the story of zoo vets "going wild"—in their subjects of care, their motivations, and their ethical standards, as well as in their professional practices and scientific techniques—is also a story about zoo animals gone wild, wild animals encroaching the zoo, and, more generally, a wild world that is becoming "zoo-ified." Such transformations have challenged existing norms of veterinary practice. Exploring the regulatory landscape that governs the work of zoo and aquarium veterinarians, Braverman traverses the gap between the hard and soft sciences and between humans and nonhumans. At the intersection of animal studies, socio-legal studies, and Science and Technology Studies, this book will appeal not only to those interested in zoos and in animal welfare, but also to scholars in the posthumanities.Par Mauricio R Papini. 2021
This revised third edition provides an up to date, comprehensive overview of the field of comparative psychology, integrating both evolutionary…
and developmental studies of brain and behavior. This book provides a unique combination of areas normally covered independently to satisfy the requirements of comparative psychology courses. Papini ensures thorough coverage of topics like the fundamentals of neural function, the cognitive and associative capacities of animals, the development of the central nervous system and behavior, and the fossil record of animals including human ancestors. This text includes many examples drawn from the study of human behavior, highlighting general and basic principles that apply broadly to the animal kingdom. New topics introduced in this edition include genetics, epigenetics, neurobiological, and cognitive advances made in recent years into this evolutionary-developmental framework. An essential textbook for upper level undergraduate and graduate courses in comparative psychology, animal behavior, and evolutionary psychology, developmental psychology, neuroscience and behavioral biology.Par Various. 2021
‘All paths lead nowhere, so it is important to choose a path that has heart.' - Carlos Castaneda. This beautifully…
packaged book offers the reader a rare opportunity to slow down and receive the natural restorative power of nature through a selection of beautiful, evocative quotes which transports the reader to a space of contemplative reflection inspired by wildlife.‘Once trodden by human feet, a natural path becomes a work of man, each traveller marking the way for the next, sometimes departing from the most direct or obvious route to avoid a muddy patch, or to keep out of sight of possible enemies. Feet follow foosteps and so a road is trodden in history.’ The Oldest Road, An Exploration of the Ridgeway, JRL Anderson and Fay GodwinPar Brenda D. Smith, Michael A. Patten. 2020
This lavishly illustrated book examines the distribution, ecology, conservation status, and biogeography of 176 species of dragonflies in the southern…
plains of the United States, where twelve ecoregions converge. The topics discussed, such as phenotypic variation and ecology, are applicable and of interest across the United States and much of north America, and will appeal to researchers and dragonfly enthusiasts alike. A series of maps, including a distributional map by specific locality of occurrence, indicate level of documentation and allow the reader to visualize the biogeographical associations of a given species. These maps also encourage citizen scientists to contribute documentation wherever they spend time in the field. Context-driven chapters, including one on the region’s rich paleontological history, blend environmental history and biogeography, giving the book a fresh perspective on the natural world while providing a rich summary of the odonates. Dragonflies at a Biographical Crossroads: The Odonata of Oklahoma and Complexities Beyond Its Borders will be sought out by dragonfly researchers and enthusiasts, entomologists, amateur naturalists, paleontologists, conservation biologists, educators, regional historians, and those seeking to meld the disciplines of cultural and environmental history with biology. It will also be readily accessible to the lay public. Dragonflies combine the visually stunning with acrobatic fireworks in ways no other insect can hope to combine.Par Joanna M. Bassert, Thomas Colville. 2008
Examine the diverse ways animal bodies function at both the systemic and cellular levels with this vital resource. It brings…
you clear coverage essential to understanding the clinical relevance of anatomical and physiological principles. Fully updated and written by respected veterinary technician educators, this popular textbook is the practical, comprehensive foundation for your success in veterinary technology. Clinical application boxes help you sharpen your skills and apply principles to practice. Test Yourself boxes throughout chapters emphasize important study points. An extensive glossary provides quick reference to hundreds of important terms and definitions. Over 300 new illustrations help you identify structures with rich, realistic clarity. A NEW full color format visually enhances your understanding of anatomic and physiologic concepts. Four NEW chapters give you the latest insight on the chemical basis of life, nutrition and metabolism, pregnancy, development, and lactation, and reptile and amphibian anatomy and physiology. A revised chapter on the cardiovascular system helps you most effectively comprehend the complex functions of the heart and blood vessels.Par Laura Erickson. 2020
From the lifelong devotion of the American crow to the dalliances of the eastern bluebird, from the bald eagle&’s dazzling…
aerial display to the male ruby-throated hummingbird&’s reputation as a &“deadbeat dad&” — courtship, mating, and parenting differ dramatically among birds. Ornithologist and author Laura Erickson takes readers on a romance-fueled romp through the love lives of 35 species, exploring the diversity of avian approaches to pairing up. Each species spotlight pairs Erickson&’s remarkable depth of scientific knowledge with her talent for drawing humorous and insightful parallels between human and bird. The result is a riveting read for bird-watchers and nature lovers alike.