Dog Move

It's never too late to chase your dreams: Before she discovered running, Nita Sweeney was 49-years-old, chronically depressed, occasionally manic, and unable to jog for more than 60 seconds at a time. Using exercise, Nita discovered an inner strength she didn't know she possessed, and with the help of her canine companion, she found herself on the way to completing her first marathon. In her memoir, Sweeney shares how she overcame emotional and physical challenges to finish the race and come back from the brink.

Michael Hingson’s inspiring true story captivated the world when he and his guide dog Roselle escaped the Twin Towers together on 9/11, a story that became the New York Times bestselling book Thunder Dog. During decades of walking with guide dogs, he had learned a surprising truth that helped save his life that day: Being afraid can be a positive thing, one that prepares us to deal with any situation that befalls us.

After several years dreaming of a different lifestyle, we finally hit the road. We set out on our journey from Brighton, England, with our boy, a dog and three horses... fate led us to Paradise...a derelict, dirt floored ruin on the banks of a crystal clear river in the mountains of Portugal. Steve, my husband, and myself, were both enchanted at first sight by the stunning location of the ruin. It was surrounded by trees, and so quiet, just birdsong and the burble of the river. But the ruin had no electricity, running water, or telephone connection. There were no services at all. It would ...

Now with an extra chapter, the beginning of the sequel Our Little Piece of Paradise. A warm-hearted, autobiographical story about the location and lifestyle in a small village in the Algarve, as seen through the eyes of Karen, and her husband Nick, who made the move seeking a quieter, more serene way of life. What lurks in the shadows of paradise, however, is a life-changing illness she has struggled with in the past and now comes to the fore. They have made Portugal their home. Will they be able to navigate the health system and succeed in getting her the urgent operation needed, to ...

When the Saulnier sisters suffer one disappointment too many in their native France, they decide to pack up and try their luck in America. As journalists, they have the run of the country, following stories that take them to places where most Americans have never been - from the back roads of Appalachia to an underground village of homeless people in the New York City subway system. And along the way, they dine on: Nathan's Famous hot dogs at the annual hot dog-eating contest in Coney Island.

Seven-year-old Lucas Andrews-Marcotte is not happy. His family is moving from their comfortable home in Toronto to the small city of Brantford to be closer to his dad's book publisher. Lucas thinks it's a Very Bad Idea but even his brother and sister, Dylan and Hailey, are excited! No one is listening to Lucas.Once they arrive in Brantford, things look a a bit brighter. Their new house is bigger than their old house, with a pool and even room for a trampoline! But it is still a lot of change for Lucas, and no one seems to care how he feels about any of it.When the family goes to Lions Park ...

When the ex-president of the Paranormal Cheese Council is found dead under the world's largest wedge of cheese, Ella is on the case! Unable to admit who she really is, she goes undercover.

In Henry and Mudge's eighteenth adventure, Henry's cousin Annie is moving—right next door to Henry! Annie likes Henry and Mudge, but she's nervous about leaving her friends, and about changing schools, and about what might happen to her things on the moving truck.

Larry is back—and this time, he’s building something big! In Larry Builds a New House, everyone’s favorite golden Labrador discovers what it really takes to turn boards and nails into a home filled with love. With wagging tail, curious eyes, and a heart eager to help, Larry follows his family through the busy adventure of building their new home. From the first hammer swing to the very last nail, Larry is right there—cheering, learning, and discovering that home is much more than walls and a roof. Children will laugh as Larry proudly drags sticks, carries boards, and sometimes makes...

A New York Times Notable Book of 1994! Highly respected author, philosopher, and animal trainer Vicki Hearne offers a treasure trove of animal anecdotes, all written in her unique and poetic style. Through entertaining stories about cats, horses, an ornamental carp, a scorpion, and tortoises, Hearne focuses on how each of these various creatures experiences happiness in its own special way. She takes issue with Ludwig Wittgenstein on lions and language, discusses the naming of pets, and considers the process of mourning a loved dog’s death.

Larry Moves to Republic is a heartwarming children’s picture book about adventure, friendship, and learning to be happy wherever life takes you. Larry is a yellow Labrador with a big heart and an even bigger tail wag. He once lived in the busy city, surrounded by cats, horses, and chickens. But when his family moves to a small town called Republic, Larry discovers a whole new world waiting just outside his door! In his new home, Larry has acres and acres to run free. He splashes in cool streams, sniffs tall pine trees, and bounds joyfully across wide-open meadows. Along the way, Larry ...

Self-help books offer solid, beneficial techniques, but they really only work for the young. Award-winning comedy writer Gene Perret reveals that more mature devotees must adjust these techniques, tweak them, alter them, and in some cases, ignore them completely. New Tricks for Old Dogs points out some of the flaws in the self-help philosophy. It tempers the advice with common sense. The battle cry of this volume is do it, but don't overdo it.

Barclay is a little dog with a big personality. But Barclay was not always the savvy city boy with confidence and a quick step. When he was a tiny pup he travelled from far away on a farm in British Columbia! Learn about Barclay’s easy days in this delightful prequel.

Finding an iguana after he goes missing for three years is only one of the surprising moments in this memoir of pet ownership. There are midnight vigils with a sickly chameleon, disappearing sharks, and neighborhood dog disputes. This short little book is packed with all the feels, and you won't be able to put it down.

Princeton Moves In! is book two in the Stanton Pack Adventures by Debi Stanton. Princeton is the newest member of the pack, even if he is the oldest member. He is so excited to be joining the family. His only wish is that Toby wouldn't be so grouchy!

A Dog's Home! is exactly what every dog owner needs! This audiobook provides dog owners with the all the tips for how to move your dog to a new home! Mav4Life® covers every angle from settling into a new park, new living space, and being social in their new surroundings. It's the least a dog owner can do considering the undeniable devotion a dog will have for their owners.