La prolifique œuvre littéraire de cette auteure est profondément enracinée dans sa profonde fascination pour les animaux. Son écriture explore fréquemment la relation complexe entre les humains et le règne animal, examinant les personnalités et les rôles uniques que jouent les créatures dans nos vies. À travers des récits vivants, elle fait preuve d'une empathie et d'une compréhension remarquables du monde animal, offrant aux lecteurs un aperçu captivant de leurs expériences. Son œuvre célèbre finalement la sphère animale, soulignant son importance et notre lien avec elle.
Your hands-on guide to being a responsible rabbit owner Want to raise a happy, healthy bunny? This practical guide gives you everything you need to know to successfully adopt, nurture, live with, and love a rabbit. From choosing a rabbit and preparing its home to training, healthcare, and having fun with your bunny, you get a wealth of expert tips that will have your rabbit (and you) hopping with joy! Open the book and
Want to know the best ways to care for your horse? Horse Health and Nutrition For Dummies gives you up-to-the-minute guidance on keeping horses healthy at all stages of life. It provides the latest information on equine nutrition and healthcare, explaining how your horse's body functions and how to keep it in good working order.
This reference gets beginning-level riders and aspiring first-time horse owners up to speed on all things equine! From selecting the right horse to feeding, grooming, and handling a horse, this book covers it all!
So you think you know horses? Do you love horses? Whether you live to ride, love to pet, or like to cheer on your favorite at the races, you'll get the inside track on all things equine in this must-read compendium. From breeding and behavior to medical tips and trivia, plus historical and contemporary facts, it's all here to give you more horse sense. 'America's Favorite Vet' Dr. Marty Becker and his wife, Teresa, team up with award-winning writer and horsewoman Audrey Pavia and syndicated columnist Gina Spadafori to answer everything you'd ever want to know about horses--and more! How long does it take for a baby horse to learn how to stand? What's the difference between a pony and a horse? Why can't a horse just wear a cast on a broken leg? How much horsepower does a horse really have? How do directors get horses to fall down in movies? Do horseshoes really bring good luck? Why do horses walk and poop at the same time? Does a horse know if he has won a race? Is it true horses can't throw up? Are horses good swimmers? Do horses have good memories? While no one will ever be able to fully explain the mutual love, trust, and devotion between humans and horses, this book will bring you one step closer. Giddy up!
This comprehensive guide on geckos covers choosing the right species, proper housing, feeding, and health care. Written by an expert, it includes details on various gecko species, their anatomy, and conservation efforts. The book features vibrant photos, informative sidebars, and fun facts, making lizard care enjoyable for families.
This practical guide offers essential information and tips for caring for hermit crabs, including choosing them, setting up their habitat, and feeding. Illustrated with colorful photos, it covers handling, misting, and providing extra shells for growth. Hermit crabs are social, low-maintenance pets that provide endless fascination.
Giddy up! Your guide to horseback riding is here! There’s nothing quite like the sound of a horse’s gallop. Add to that the sight of its mane catching wind as its powerhouse body criss-crosses the boundary of strength and graceful agility. They are majestic creatures to behold—and if you’ve caught the equine bug, Horseback Riding For Dummies is all you need to get saddled up and started on your journey to riding into the sunset! Inside, riders at the beginner level will discover the differences between Western and English riding styles, get the knowledge to select the best stable and instructor, and so much more! Choose the riding discipline that best suits your interests Find a qualified riding instructor Learn how to enter the competitive riding world Fit and care for the saddle, bridle, and other equipment Once you’ve fallen for one of these beautiful animals, it’s hard to hold your horses—and this guide is here to give you the skills and know-how to take that excitement to the ring!
Jeśli kiedykolwiek zachwycił Cię widok pięknych arabów galopujących po torze wyścigowym, marzysz o romantycznej przejażdżce brzegiem morza na grzbiecie swojego rumaka albo widzisz się w roli brawurowego kowboja dosiadającego dzikiego mustanga, dowiedz się wszystkiego, co każdy miłośnik koni powinien wiedzieć o tych zwierzętach. Ten praktyczny poradnik pomoże Ci pewnie usiąść w siodle i zacząć jeździć - zarówno dla rozrywki, jak i dla sportu. Nauczysz się dbać o swojego wierzchowca, pielęgnować go oraz wreszcie zrozumiesz, co chce Ci przekazać. Audrey Pavia jest cenioną autorką książek i artykułów poświęconych koniom oraz jeździe konnej. Shannon Sand to doświadczona zawodniczka w dziedzinie hipiki. Ma na swoim koncie wiele medali w konkurencjach jeździeckich, współpracowała też z trenerem amerykańskiej reprezentacji na igrzyska olimpijskie. Zajmij miejsce w siodle: Znajdź najlepszą stajnię i najlepszego instruktora. Wybierz sprzęt do jazdy konnej odpowiedni dla Ciebie i zwierzęcia. Zacznij jeździć na lonży, na ujeżdżalni oraz w terenie. Zachęcaj konia do chodzenia stępem, kłusem i galopem. Przygotuj się do skoków. Wygrywaj zawody. Kup i pielęgnuj własnego konia. Styl dla bystrzaków Niezbędne wyjaśnienia przedstawione w prosty sposób. Praktyczne wskazówki. Kieszonkowa ściąga. Konne dekalogi. Odrobina humoru i rozrywki.