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Whether your dog is a puppy or getting on in years, whether your goal is to housebreak, paper train, or litter train, this practical, easy-to-follow plan will help you transform your pet into a dependable member of the household—in a way that works with both his innate behavioral instincts and your individual lifestyle. You'll never again have to worry about your dog acting out, feeling anxious or depressed—or ruining your brand-new rug—as you...

Allegedly found in the ruins of a bombed-out dog kennel in France during World War I, then brought to Los Angeles by Lee Duncan, the soldier who found and trained him, by 1927 Rin Tin Tin had become Hollywood's number one box-office star. Susan Orlean's book--about the dog and the legend--is a poignant exploration of the enduring bond between humans and animals. It is also a richly textured history of twentieth-century entertainment and entrepreneurship....

Marley the rambunctious puppy and his family prepare for Christmas, hoping very much for snow.

When Kipper the dog discovers that a little blue butterfly is attracted to the color purple, he finally finds a way to catch it.

Rescue thought he'd grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog -- it's the family business, after all. When he gets the news that he's better suited to being a service dog, he's worried that he's not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way she'd imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way...

Deciding that he wants to go on an adventure, Earl ropes his friend Buddy into exploring the wilds of the kitchen, where they make delicious discoveries, see wondrous sights, and encounter a couple of monsters.

Lulu, who likes to dress in a ladybug costume, goes camping with her parents, brother, and dog Bingo.

A leading reporter offers a tour of military working dogs' extraordinary training, heroic accomplishments, and the lasting impacts they have on those who work with them.People all over the world have been riveted by the story of Cairo, the Belgian Malinois who was a part of the Navy SEAL team that led the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound. A dog's natural intelligence, physical abilities, and pure loyalty contribute more to our military efforts than...

George the puppy's mother is in for a big surprise when she takes him to the veterinarian to find out why he does not bark.

"A heartwarming story of a puppy brought back from the brink of death, and the family he adopted"--Provided by the publisher.