Random House New Releases - Pets - Between June 19, 2012 and July 19, 2013.

The Soul of All Living Creatures by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

2013-07-09T00:30:00-05:00

The Soul of All Living Creatures What Animals Can Teach Us About Being Human
Written by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

Based on the author’s twenty-five years of experience as a veterinarian and veterinary behaviorist, The Soul of All Living Creatures delves into the inner lives of animals – from whales, wolves, and leopards to mice, dogs, and cats – and explores the relationships we forge with them.

As an emergency room clinician four years out of veterinary school, Dr. Vint Virga had a life-changing experience: he witnessed the power of simple human contact and compassion to affect the recovery of a dog struggling to survive after being hit by a car. Observing firsthand the remarkably strong connection between humans and animals inspired him to explore the world from the viewpoint of animals and taught him to respect the kinship that connects us.

With The Soul of All Living Creatures, Virga draws from his decades in veterinary practice to reveal how, by striving to perceive the world as animals do, we can enrich our own appreciation of life, enhance our character, nurture our relationships, improve our communication with others, reorder our values, and deepen our grasp of spirituality. Virga discerningly illuminates basic traits shared by both humans and animals and makes animal behavior meaningful, relevant, and easy to understand. Insightful and eloquent, The Soul of All Living Creatures offers an intimate journey into the lives of our fellow creatures and a thought-provoking promise of what we can learn from spending time with them.

From the Hardcover edition.

The Soul of All Living Creatures by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

2013-07-09T00:30:00-05:00

The Soul of All Living Creatures What Animals Can Teach Us About Being Human
Written by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

A Dog's Life by Peter Mayle

2013-07-03T00:30:00-05:00

A Dog's Life
Written by Peter Mayle

The bestsellling author of A Year in Provence and Hotel Pastis now surveys his territory from a differnt vantage point: the all-fours perspective of his dog, Boy--"a dog whose personality is made up of equal parts Boswell and Dr. Johnson, Mencken and A. A. Milne" (Chicago Sun-Times). Enhanced by 59 splendidly whimsical drawings by Edward Koren.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

The House Guests by Dean Koontz

2013-06-11T00:30:00-05:00

The House Guests
Written by John D. MacDonald
Introduction by Dean Koontz

The House Guests, a classic memoir of animal companionship from John D. MacDonald, the beloved author of Cape Fear and the Travis McGee series, is now available as an eBook.

A master of the noir novel turns his sharp insights and considerable narrative talents to the human-animal bond in this charming work of nonfiction. In The House Guests, John D. MacDonald tells the story of his family’s unforgettable pets: tomcats Roger and Geoffrey, two mischievous boys whose zany habits and remarkable senses of humor endeared them to everyone they met, and an extraordinary goose called Knees. Both a rare peek inside MacDonald’s private life and a fascinating compendium of information about the animal kingdom, The House Guests is by turns touching, hilarious, and absorbing, sure to mesmerize MacDonald fans and pet lovers alike.

Features a new Introduction by Dean Koontz

Praise for John D. MacDonald

“The great entertainer of our age, and a mesmerizing storyteller.”—Stephen King

“My favorite novelist of all time.”—Dean Koontz

“To diggers a thousand years from now, the works of John D. MacDonald would be a treasure on the order of the tomb of Tutankhamen.”—Kurt Vonnegut

“A master storyteller, a masterful suspense writer . . . John D. MacDonald is a shining example for all of us in the field. Talk about the best.”—Mary Higgins Clark

Crafting with Cat Hair by Amy Hirschman

2013-05-21T00:30:00-05:00

Crafting with Cat Hair Cute Handicrafts to Make with Your Cat
Written by Kaori Tsutaya
Translated by Amy Hirschman

eBook, 96 pages | Quirk Books | Crafts & Hobbies; Pets - Cats | $14.95 | May 21, 2013 | 978-1-59474-689-5 (1-59474-689-3)

Got fur balls?

Are your favorite sweaters covered with cat hair? Do you love to make quirky and one-of-a-kind crafting projects? If so, then it’s time to throw away your lint roller and curl up with your kitty! Crafting with Cat Hair shows readers how to transform stray clumps of fur into soft and adorable handicrafts. From kitty tote bags and finger puppets to fluffy cat toys, picture frames, and more, these projects are cat-friendly, eco-friendly, and require no special equipment or training. You can make most of these projects in under an hour—with a little help, of course, from your feline friends!

Henri, le Chat Noir by William Braden

2013-04-30T00:30:00-05:00

Henri, le Chat Noir The Existential Musings of an Angst-Filled Cat
Written by William Braden

This gift book is a collection of photos and quotes from Henri, the existential cat whose ennui has captivated people all over the world. Through his series of short films and interactions with an enthusiastic online community, Henri's contemplation and disillusion with the world has struck a chord with millions of fans. Now, finally, we have a collection of Henri's musings in his own words featuring never-before-seen photos and quotes. This book is a window into the tortured soul of the world's first feline philosopher.

Henri, le Chat Noir by William Braden

2013-04-30T00:30:00-05:00

Henri, le Chat Noir The Existential Musings of an Angst-Filled Cat
Written by William Braden

A Snowflake in My Hand by Samantha Mooney

2013-04-17T00:30:00-05:00

A Snowflake in My Hand
Written by Samantha Mooney

A miracle of a book--a joyous celebration of the unspoken but deeply felt bond between animals and people and, in Roger Caras's words, "a celebration of life in the face of death".

Wedding Dogs by Sam Stall

2013-04-16T00:30:00-05:00

Wedding Dogs A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony
Written by Katie Preston Toepfer and Sam Stall

Wedding Dogs captures man’s best friend at 75 weddings—dogs as the best man, maid of honor, ring bearer, or another member of the wedding party! Decked out in little doggy tuxedos or sporting a wreath of roses around their necks, these pooches share in the wedding couple’s big day.

Each photograph is accompanied by a brief essay telling the dog’s (and the couple’s) story. A perfect wedding, bridal shower, or groom’s gift, Wedding Dogs shares the joy of the moment when dogs join in the celebration of their owners’ most special day.

Wedding Dogs by Sam Stall

2013-04-16T00:30:00-05:00

Wedding Dogs A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony
Written by Katie Preston Toepfer and Sam Stall

Train Your Dog Positively by Victoria Stilwell

2013-03-19T00:30:00-05:00

Train Your Dog Positively Understand Your Dog and Solve Common Behavior Problems Including Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Aggression, Housetraining, Leash Pulling, and More!
Written by Victoria Stilwell

Victoria Stilwell, positive reinforcement dog trainer and star of the hit Animal Planet TV show, It's Me or the Dog, explains how to use her force-free, scientifically-backed training methods to solve common canine behavior problems.

Victoria Stilwell, America's favorite no-nonsense trainer, has rehabilitated some of the world's most difficult dogs- and now she's revealing her scientifically proven behavioral training secrets for you to use at home.

Victoria's all-new training guide shows how positive reinforcement is more effective than other methods: by changing the way your dog thinks, feels, and learns, you can actually encourage your dog to want to behave. With tips and tricks for understanding canine language, harnessing the power of reward-based training, and tapping into dogs' natural instincts, there are no hopeless cases! So get ready to boost your dog's confidence, improve your communication, and build your bond with your best friend today.

Train Your Dog Positively by Victoria Stilwell

2013-03-19T00:30:00-05:00

Train Your Dog Positively Understand Your Dog and Solve Common Behavior Problems Including Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Aggression, Housetraining, Leash Pulling, and More!
Written by Victoria Stilwell

Victoria Stilwell, positive reinforcement dog trainer and star of the hit Animal Planet TV show, It's Me or the Dog, explains how to use her force-free, scientifically-backed training methods to solve common canine behavior problems.

Victoria Stilwell, America's favorite no-nonsense trainer, has rehabilitated some of the world's most difficult dogs- and now she's revealing her scientifically proven behavioral training secrets for you to use at home.

Victoria's all-new training guide shows how positive reinforcement is more effectivethan other methods: by changing the way your dog thinks, feels, and learns, you can actually encourage your dog to want to behave. With tips and tricks for understanding canine language, harnessing the power of reward-based training, and tapping into dogs' natural instincts, there are no hopeless cases! So get ready to boost your dog's confidence, improve your communication, and build your bond with your best friend today.

The Cat Whisperer by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

2013-03-05T00:30:00-05:00

The Cat Whisperer Why Cats Do What They Do--and How to Get Them to Do What You Want
Written by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

Who says you can’t train a cat? Just when you thought you had reached the end of your ball of twine, one of America’s most popular cat behaviorists comes to the rescue of perplexed cat owners everywhere, providing practical and effective strategies for solving every feline behavior problem imaginable—from litter box issues to scratching, spraying, biting, and beyond.

Cat Whisperer Mieshelle Nagelschneider has been helping people deal with these dilemmas for two decades, achieving a near-perfect success rate. Central to her approach is a keen understanding of the unique way cats see the world—their need for safety and security, their acute territoriality, and their insatiable desire to catch and kill prey. Her proven C.A.T. cat behavior modification plan is a commonsense course of action that can be specifically tailored to your cat in the context of its behavior problems and its particular household environment. Easy-to-implement solutions help transform even the most anxiety-riddled companions into confident, gregarious, and relaxed cats who live longer, happier, and healthier lives. Inside you’ll discover

• how to harness the power of “friendly pheromones” to improve your cat’s appetite, exploration, grooming, and play
• where, when, and how to create a litter box environment that will provide ease of access and reduce anxiety for you and your cat
• how to end aggression in multiple-cat households and help your cats coexist peacefully

Is it impossible to train a cat? Not anymore! Your days of yelling and tearing your hair out in the wake of the latest household “cat-astrophe” are over. In this fascinating and indispensable book, the Cat Whisperer takes you inside the mind of a feline to explain why members of one of the world’s most inscrutable species act the way they do—and how you can convince them to change their behaviors for the sake of your peace of mind . . . and theirs.

Praise for The Cat Whisperer

“I wish I had read The Cat Whisperer before I started filming Must Love Cats. The cats would have liked me a lot more.”—John Fulton, host of Animal Planet’s Must Love Cats

“Mieshelle Nagelschneider is a wizard at demystifying cat behavior and providing easy-to-follow steps for solving vexing problems. I dog-eared (or should I say cat-eared) so many pages for later reference that my book doesn’t want to close. Living with six demanding cats in a small house, I wish I’d had this excellent guide years ago.”—Bob Tarte, author of Kitty Cornered, Enslaved by Ducks, and Foul Weather

“The reason people are so mesmerized by house cats is because they are truly miniature versions of lions, tigers, and leopards. In her book The Cat Whisperer, Mieshelle Nagelschneider explains the behavior of the house cat in an unprecedented and most accessible way, offering unique insight into the often misunderstood companion animal that is as wild as we have become civilized.”—Jordan Carlton Schaul, Ph.D., contributing editor, National Geographic, and curator, Orange County Zoo

“Pet owners despairing of getting their cats to behave will find new hope in this comprehensive guide. . . . This book more than meets Nagelschneider’s goal of guiding owners to the strategies for behavioral and environmental change needed to address issues such as urination outside the litter box and aggressiveness.”—Publishers Weekly

The Cat Whisperer by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

2013-03-05T00:30:00-05:00

The Cat Whisperer Why Cats Do What They Do--and How to Get Them to Do What You Want
Written by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

Animal Wise by Virginia Morell

2013-02-26T00:30:00-05:00

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell

Noted science writer Virginia Morell explores the frontiers of research on animal cognition and emotion, offering a surprising and moving exploration into the hearts and minds of wild and domesticated animals.

   Did you know that ants teach, earthworms make decisions, rats love to be tickled, and chimps grieve? Did you know that some dogs have thousand-word vocabularies and that birds practice songs in their sleep? That crows improvise tools, blue jays plan ahead, and moths remember living as caterpillars?

   Animal Wise takes us on a dazzling odyssey into the inner world of animals, from ants to elephants to wolves, and from sharp-shooting archerfish to pods of dolphins that rumble like rival street gangs. With 30 years of experience covering the sciences, Morell uses her formidable gifts as a story-teller to transport us to field sites and laboratories around the world, introducing us to pioneering animal-cognition researchers and their surprisingly intelligent and sensitive subjects. She explores how this rapidly evolving, controversial field has only recently overturned old notions about why animals behave as they do. She probes the moral and ethical dilemmas of recognizing that even “lesser animals” have cognitive abilities such as memory, feelings, personality, and self-awareness--traits that many in the twentieth century felt were unique to human beings.

   By standing behaviorism on its head, Morell brings the world of nature brilliantly alive in a nuanced, deeply felt appreciation of the human-animal bond, and she shares her admiration for the men and women who have simultaneously chipped away at what we think makes us distinctive while offering a glimpse of where our own abilities come from.

Animal Wise by Virginia Morell

2013-02-26T00:30:00-05:00

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise by Kirsten Potter

2013-02-26T00:30:00-05:00

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell
Read by Kirsten Potter

Animal Wise by Kirsten Potter

2013-02-26T00:30:00-05:00

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell
Read by Kirsten Potter

You're My Dawg, Dog by J.C. Suares

2013-02-26T00:30:00-05:00

You're My Dawg, Dog A Lexicon of Dog Terms for People
Written by Donald Friedman
Illustrated by J.C. Suares

The clever and charmingly illustrated 94-page book that every one of the 78 million pet dogs in this country will want to get for his person!

Inside You’re My Dawg, Dog you’ll find 146 dog terms, idioms, proverbs and metaphors explained for people. On a single page you will find quotes from Shakespeare and Rihanna, Pre-Socratic philosophers, Black Sabbath and the NASDAQ.

You’re My Dawg, Dog gives us fascinating etymologies and vivid examples of familiar phrases like “dog days”, “dogfight”, “Dogfish”, and the “dog collar” worn by clergymen. Colorful dog terms are defined, like “black dog” which was Churchill’s nickname for his bouts of depression, “tough dog to keep on the porch”—Hillary’s descriptive for Bill, and “doggie style,” which the author drily explains is not “Vogue for Airedales and Cocker Spaniels.”

Not just a book for dog lovers, but also for readers and word-lovers. Seventy-five men and women randomly surveyed were uniformly enthusiastic upon reading a draft of You’re My Dawg, Dog. Visit the Praise page at www.welcomebooks.com/dawg for more quotes:

BY DONALD FRIEDMAN ILLUSTRATIONS BY J.C. SUARÈS

“Loved it! Great idea that should appeal widely. Illustrations are fun, funny and first-rate.”
— Massachusetts speechwriter with Golden Retriever

“Shows how dogs possess our language as they possess our souls. If only we knew what they call us. A wonderful book.”
— Theater producer with a much-loved stray rescued in 1997

“Simple, but brilliant idea—pulled off marvelously.”
— Berkeley clinical psychologist with Portuguese Water Dog

“Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside of a dog it’s too dark to read.”
—Groucho Marx

Dogs by Angus Phillips

2013-02-05T00:30:00-05:00

Dogs A Short History from Wolf to Woof
Written by Evan Ratliff and Angus Phillips

Three riveting essays by some of National Geographic magazine's most highly esteemed writers explore the canine-human relationship and what scientists are learning from dogs. "Dogs and people, people and dogs: It's a love story so old no one knows how it started," wrote Angus Phillips in "Wolf to Woof." Filled with cutting edge research covering everything from domestication, breeding, and the bonds of devotion, these linked stories are custom-selected for everyone who loves dogs. Filled with amazing facts, colorful anecdotes and accessible science, this affordable ebook provides a fascinating guide to some of the world's most beloved creatures.

Random House New Releases - Pets - Between June 19, 2012 and July 19, 2013.

The Soul of All Living Creatures by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

The Soul of All Living Creatures What Animals Can Teach Us About Being HumanWritten by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

The Soul of All Living Creatures by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

The Soul of All Living Creatures What Animals Can Teach Us About Being HumanWritten by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

A Dog's Life by Peter Mayle

A Dog's Life Written by Peter Mayle

The House Guests by Dean Koontz

The House Guests Written by John D. MacDonald Introduction by Dean Koontz

Crafting with Cat Hair by Amy Hirschman

Crafting with Cat Hair Cute Handicrafts to Make with Your CatWritten by Kaori Tsutaya Translated by Amy Hirschman

Henri, le Chat Noir by William Braden

Henri, le Chat Noir The Existential Musings of an Angst-Filled CatWritten by William Braden

Henri, le Chat Noir by William Braden

Henri, le Chat Noir The Existential Musings of an Angst-Filled CatWritten by William Braden

A Snowflake in My Hand by Samantha Mooney

A Snowflake in My Hand Written by Samantha Mooney

Wedding Dogs by Sam Stall

Wedding Dogs A Celebration of Holy MuttrimonyWritten by Katie Preston Toepfer and Sam Stall

Wedding Dogs by Sam Stall

Wedding Dogs A Celebration of Holy MuttrimonyWritten by Katie Preston Toepfer and Sam Stall

Train Your Dog Positively by Victoria Stilwell

Train Your Dog Positively Understand Your Dog and Solve Common Behavior Problems Including Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Aggression, Housetraining, Leash Pulling, and More!Written by Victoria Stilwell

Train Your Dog Positively by Victoria Stilwell

Train Your Dog Positively Understand Your Dog and Solve Common Behavior Problems Including Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Aggression, Housetraining, Leash Pulling, and More!Written by Victoria Stilwell

The Cat Whisperer by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

The Cat Whisperer Why Cats Do What They Do--and How to Get Them to Do What You WantWritten by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

The Cat Whisperer by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

The Cat Whisperer Why Cats Do What They Do--and How to Get Them to Do What You WantWritten by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

Animal Wise by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow CreaturesWritten by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow CreaturesWritten by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise by Kirsten Potter

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow CreaturesWritten by Virginia Morell Read by Kirsten Potter

Animal Wise by Kirsten Potter

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow CreaturesWritten by Virginia Morell Read by Kirsten Potter

You're My Dawg, Dog by J.C. Suares

You're My Dawg, Dog A Lexicon of Dog Terms for PeopleWritten by Donald Friedman Illustrated by J.C. Suares

Dogs by Angus Phillips

Dogs A Short History from Wolf to WoofWritten by Evan Ratliff and Angus Phillips

The Soul of All Living Creatures What Animals Can Teach Us About Being Human
Written by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

The Soul of All Living Creatures What Animals Can Teach Us About Being Human
Written by Vint Virga, D.V.M.

A Dog's Life
Written by Peter Mayle

The House Guests
Written by John D. MacDonald
Introduction by Dean Koontz

Crafting with Cat Hair Cute Handicrafts to Make with Your Cat
Written by Kaori Tsutaya
Translated by Amy Hirschman

Henri, le Chat Noir The Existential Musings of an Angst-Filled Cat
Written by William Braden

Henri, le Chat Noir The Existential Musings of an Angst-Filled Cat
Written by William Braden

A Snowflake in My Hand
Written by Samantha Mooney

Wedding Dogs A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony
Written by Katie Preston Toepfer and Sam Stall

Wedding Dogs A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony
Written by Katie Preston Toepfer and Sam Stall

Train Your Dog Positively Understand Your Dog and Solve Common Behavior Problems Including Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Aggression, Housetraining, Leash Pulling, and More!
Written by Victoria Stilwell

Train Your Dog Positively Understand Your Dog and Solve Common Behavior Problems Including Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Aggression, Housetraining, Leash Pulling, and More!
Written by Victoria Stilwell

The Cat Whisperer Why Cats Do What They Do--and How to Get Them to Do What You Want
Written by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

The Cat Whisperer Why Cats Do What They Do--and How to Get Them to Do What You Want
Written by Mieshelle Nagelschneider

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell
Read by Kirsten Potter

Animal Wise The Thoughts and Emotions of Our Fellow Creatures
Written by Virginia Morell
Read by Kirsten Potter

You're My Dawg, Dog A Lexicon of Dog Terms for People
Written by Donald Friedman
Illustrated by J.C. Suares

Dogs A Short History from Wolf to Woof
Written by Evan Ratliff and Angus Phillips