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"Whether it's there's an avalanche, a mudslide, or a collapsed building, you can bet four paws will help dig through the debris to find people who are trapped. Search and Rescue dogs respond to disasters to help survivors make it out alive. Learn all about these heroic dogs"--
3) Stella
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Welcome to the Puppy Place--where every puppy finds a home!
Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care, until they can find the perfect forever home.Meet Stella, the cutest thing ever, a little Maltese. But why won't she follow any commands? It's Charles who figures out that the little pup is deaf, and learns how to help her become the perfect puppy for someone special! ...
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After more than 9 seasons as TV's Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan has a new mission: to use his unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions.
Now in paperback, this inspirational and practical guide draws on thousands of training encounters around the world to present 98 essential lessons. Taken together, they will help dog owners create the most fulfilling life
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"A psychologist and respected dog trainer shares the secrets to a happy pooch. Did you know that seemingly noiseless electronics may be upsetting your dog? Or that letting her sniff the breeze is one of the best gifts you can give her? Wag bridges the gap between human and canine by demystifying the inner lives of dogs to share evidence-based advice for making them happy. Acclaimed blogger Zazie Todd distills the latest canine science and shares recommendations...
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Do you want to dump your dog because he tries to escape your yard? Barks too much? You-know-whats in the house? Doesn't play well with others? Chewed up your favorite pair of shoes?
You wouldn't be the first person asking to "return" your pet. And dog rescuer Randy Grim has heard every reason under the sun. But before you load Fido into the back of your car, read this book.
In it, Randy addresses the concerns of dog guardians everywhere by responding...
7) The possibility dogs: what a handful of "unadoptables" taught me about service, hope, and healing
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A tour of the psychiatric service dog industry traces the author's work with unwanted shelter dogs before matching them with people in need, documenting her own partnership with a search canine while sharing uplifting success stories.
8) Dusty
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When Dusty, starving and sick, is picked up on the side of the highway after losing his pack, he's lucky to be alive. The tiny Chihuahua is small enough to fit in two hands and needs special care to be nursed back to health before he can be adopted out to a forever family. Dusty recovers at the Sterling Center, where they train Search and Rescue dogs. Though the Sterlings don't think a dog as small as Dusty can do the tireless work of a SAR dog, an...
9) Guide dogs
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After hearing the command "Forward," a Labrador retriever crosses a city street. Its owner carefully grips the dog's harness. The handler is blind, but with his guide dog leading the way, he can safely cross the busy intersection. In this fascinating introduction to guide dogs, beginning readers will learn all about the hard-working canines that help their owners handle any obstacle. From avoiding dangerous traffic to climbing daunting stairs, guide...
14) Pit bulls
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Provides facts about pit bulls and explains why they are good dogs.
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"In Search and Rescue Dogs, beginning readers will learn about dogs that work after natural disasters and in the wilderness to find and save missing people. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to dogs' gear, training, and job responsibilities. Supplementary back matter summarizes the jobs they perform, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about...
16) Patch
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A boy shares three simple stories about his dog, Patch.
17) Ember
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After Ember is saved from a house fire, she is brought to the Sterling family, who run a ranch that trains rescue dogs.
19) White Fang
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The adventures in the northern wilderness of a dog who is part wolf and who eventually makes his peace with man
20) Police dogs
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"Sniff, sniff! A police officer with four legs is on the hunt. Police dogs help keep our communities safe. They can track down missing people and help guard our playgrounds and parks. Learn all about these heroic dogs"--
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