August New Release - Miaow

Title: Miaow!

             

Subtitle:Cats Really Are Nicer Than People!

                

Author/s: Sir Patrick Moore

RRP: $15.99

ISBN: 9781845844356

Format:  Paperback, 64 pages

Dimensions: 220mm x 170mm

Publisher: Hubble & Hattie

Aust. Release Date:  August 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

This little book is about cats; cats of all shapes, sizes and colours, and specifically about those that have shared their lives with the great and well-respected astronomer Sir Patrick Moore over a lifetime of 80 years. This is Patrick's very personal account of the cats who have been part of his family, beginning with Bonnie who died at the grand old age of twenty through to Jeannie and Ptolemy, the two beloved felines that he lives with currently. The fascinating and engrossing text is complemented by personal photographs of Sir Patrick, his adored mother, Gertrude (also a cat-lover), and the many cats that have filled Patrick's life with love and companionship. 

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July New Release - Emergency First Aid For Dogs

Title: Emergency First Aid for Dogs

             

Subtitle: At Home and Away

                

Author/s: Martin Bucksch

RRP: $9.99

ISBN: 9781845843861

Format:  Paperback, 64 pages

Dimensions: 105mm x 185mm

Publisher: Hubble & Hattie

Aust. Release Date:  July 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

If your dog was to step on a shard of glass or have an allergic reaction to an insect bite, would you know what to do? Luckily, the help that might be urgently needed to save the life of your faithful friend can be found in this compact and easy-to-understand book. Veterinarian Martin Bucksch describes the most common emergencies, gives tips for First Aid and putting together your canine pharmacy and also deals with travel regulations, vaccinations and general travel preparation.

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May New Release - Dog Speak

Title: Dog Speak

             

Subtitle: Recognising and Understanding 

Behaviour

                

Author/s: Christiane Blenski

RRP: $19.99

ISBN: 9781845843847

Format:  Paperback, 80 pages

Dimensions: 220mm x 170mm

Publisher: Hubble & Hattie

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Dogs use their whole body to communicate – teeth, ears, eyes, fur, tail, body posture – and this volume explains the meaning behind this body language, while providing background information and practical tips. Written in a straightforward, jargon-free manner, it will help you to learn to pay attention to your pet's body signals and interpret them correctly. A dedicated dog owner and author of many dog books, Christiane Blenski dispenses her advice in accessible, entertaining language that covers all situations with your dog: from interaction among four-legged friends, to clear body language signals from dog to human. You – and your children – can learn even faster using the extra sections, tip boxes, checklists and instructions. With this knowledge, you can finally do away with those misunderstandings and enjoy life with your dog. A highly entertaining book and an essential reference for any dog lover.

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May New Release - Cat Speak

Title: Cat Speak

             

Subtitle: Recognising and Understanding 

Behaviour

                

Author/s: Brigitte Rauth-Widmann

RRP: $19.99

ISBN: 9781845843854

Format:  Paperback, 80 pages

Dimensions: 220mm x 170mm

Publisher: Hubble & Hattie

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

"I just do not know what my cat wants from me!"  If you feel like this at times, then this is the book for you! Concise information and lots of pictures make for an extremely informative and invaluable guide to how we humans can understand our cats properly. Cats use their whole body to communicate – teeth, ears, eyes, fur, tail, body posture – and this volume explains the meaning behind this body language while providing background information and practical tips. Written in a straightforward, jargon-free manner, it will help you to learn to pay attention to your pet's body signals and interpret them correctly. This unique book offers precise, detailed observations of the behaviour of cats at play, and explains in everyday language how to interpret their meaning. With clear descriptions and colour photographs throughout, this is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand more about their cat.  A highly entertaining book and an essential reference for any cat lover.

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March New Release - Swim to Recovery

Title: Swim to Recovery

             

Subtitle:Canine Hydrotherapy

 Healing

                

Author/s: Emily Wong

RRP: $24.99

ISBN: 9781845843410

Format:  Hardback, 128 pages

Dimensions: 20.5cm x 20.5cm

Publisher: Hubble & Hattie

Aust. Release Date:  March 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

This unique book explores canine hydrotherapy, rehabilitation and weight management and how these can improve your dog's well-being. A type of aquatic exercise, hydrotherapy can help prevent and treat medical problems and pre-/post-operative conditions in dogs, and can also be used for rehabilitation and maintaining health and fitness in your dog. Obesity is one of the most common issues that domestic dogs face today and this book brings awareness to the matter, suggesting preventative measures and simple husbandry tips that the owner can use to safeguard their dog's welfare. Supplemented by illustrations and colour photographs of patients undergoing rehabilitation, this book is ideal for all dog owners.

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Dog Relax

Author/s: Sabina Pilgug

                         

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781845843335

Format: Paperback, 144 pages

Dimensions:  20.8cm x 17.2cm

Publisher: Veloce Publishing

Aust. Release Date: March 2011

In order for dog and human to live together harmoniously, both need to be relaxed to allow them to communicate properly and enjoy training. 

The technique ‘Dog Relax’ was developed to ensure that both owner and dog are relaxed, through a combination of breathing and movement exercises for the owner, and stretching, movement and special massage for the dog. This lovely book holds the secret to a different approach to living and working with your dog.

Also Available - 

Anatomy of the Dog – RRP: $24.99 – ISBN: 9783861279792

Complete Dog Massage Manual – RRP: $24.99 – ISBN: 9781845843229

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