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Book Cover: The A-Z of Unfortunate Dogs
Adam Elliot has drawn his delightful 'A to Z of Unfortunate Dogs', with rhyming couplets to match.
Adam Elliot has drawn his delightful 'A to Z of Unfortunate Dogs', with rhyming couplets to match.
Published: 22/11/2010
Format: Cloth Books
ISBN: 9781926428291
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Real Food for Dogs and Cats: A Practical Guide ti Feeding Your Pet a    Balanced, Natural Diet
By Clare Middle

Real Food for Dogs and Cats is for every pet lover who wants to ensure their cat or dog has the best chance of a long and healthy life.

This no-nonsense guide to natural and balanced pet nutrition has simple, practical and effective ways to keep pets in top condition. Dr Clare Middle combines a wealth of experience with sound science in this easy-to-use book. This is a must for all pet owners, breeders...

Real Food for Dogs and Cats is for every pet lover who wants to ensure their cat or dog has the best chance of a long and healthy life.

This no-nonsense guide to natural and balanced pet nutrition has...

Published: 12/11/2008
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781921361357
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  Pets have Souls Too
By Jenny Smedley

'If you've ever experienced the emotional trauma of losing a beloved pet, then you're going to be enormously comforted by Jenny Smedley's riveting book . . . These entrancing stories . . . are essential reading for animal lovers everywhere.'
- Chat It's Fate

'If you've ever experienced the emotional trauma of losing a beloved pet, then you're going to be enormously comforted by Jenny Smedley's riveting book . . . These entrancing stories . . . are essential...

Published: 03/01/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781848500907
RRP: $17.95
Book Cover:  RSPCA New Complete Dog Training Manual
By Fogle & Bruce

Beautifully illustrated with full-colour photographs and detailed annotations, this unbeatable reference shows you how to establish routines, implement commands, break bad habits, and learn how to train various breeds.

Beautifully illustrated with full-colour photographs and detailed annotations, this unbeatable reference shows you how to establish routines, implement commands, break bad habits, and learn how to train...

Published: 31/07/2006
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781740335553
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  Australian RSPCA Pocket Dog Training Manual
By Bruce Fogle
From first steps with puppies to strengthening bonds with a much-loved family pet, this is the complete RSPCA-approved guide to training dogs of all ages and temperaments.

Dr. Bruce Fogle's step-by-step approach explains how to train with kindness, rewards and praise Master every aspect of training including home routines, restraint and curing bad habits Encourage obedience, aid fitness and ensure...

From first steps with puppies to strengthening bonds with a much-loved family pet, this is the complete RSPCA-approved guide to training dogs of all ages and temperaments.

Dr. Bruce Fogle's step-by-step...

Published: 05/07/2004
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781740334822
RRP: $17.95
Book Cover: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Raising Goats
By Ellie Winslow

We take the nagging out of raising nannies...

In The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Raising Goats Ellie Winslow tells readers everything they need to know about raising goats for pets, milk, or even meat, providing everything a beginner needs to know about feeding, breeding, sheltering, and caring for our small, horny- headed friends.


We take the nagging out of raising nannies...

In The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Raising Goats Ellie Winslow tells readers everything they need to know about raising goats for pets, milk, or even meat...

Published: 07/02/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781615640188
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Saltwater Aquariums
By Mark W Martin & Ret Talbot

The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Saltwater Aquariums answers questions for both the novice and the experienced saltwater aquarium enthusiast.

Readers will find: 

The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Saltwater Aquariums answers questions for both the novice and the experienced saltwater aquarium enthusiast.

Readers will find: 

Published: 19/10/2009
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781592578269
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Puppies
By M A Gorman
Everyone loves puppies, but few of us really know what they need. The first days and weeks are crucial to your puppy s development, and you have to be prepared.

The Complete Idiot s Guide to Puppies covers everything you need to ready your house and yard and to coach you on both how to care for and bond with your new puppy.

Everyone loves puppies, but few of us really know what they need. The first days and weeks are crucial to your puppy s development, and you have to be prepared.

The Complete Idiot s Guide to Puppies covers...

Published: 20/04/2006
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781592574506
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Positive Dog Training: CIG, 2E
By Pamela Dennison
The Complete Idiot s Guide to Positive Dog Training , Second Edition, takes more of a purist approach to positive training. Punishment-based training methods have long been the standard when it comes to teaching puppies new commands and correcting aggressive behavior, but these methods have limited effectiveness when it comes to training older dogs as well as some potential consequences for puppies...
The Complete Idiot s Guide to Positive Dog Training , Second Edition, takes more of a purist approach to positive training. Punishment-based training methods have long been the standard when it comes to...
Published: 03/04/2006
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781592574834
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Pugnation: The Bark is Back!
By Jim Dratfield

A decade after their debut, the pugs return for another adorable round of canine camera antics

Celebrity pet photographer Jim Dratfield captures quirky, bug-eyed pooches in all their silly splendor. Setting up his adorable subjects in the most unlikely of situations, Dratfield's portraits are full of whimsy and waggish charm. Artfully cute and delightfully comical, this series of shots that will have...

A decade after their debut, the pugs return for another adorable round of canine camera antics

Celebrity pet photographer Jim Dratfield captures quirky, bug-eyed pooches in all their silly splendor. Setting...

Published: 08/02/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781592405046
RRP: $26.95
Book Cover:  Every Dog Has a Gift
By Rachel McPherson

'Every Dog Has a Gift is, simply, inspiring.'
- USA Today

'A wonderful book of miracles that any dog lover will enjoy.'
- San Francisco Book Review




'Every Dog Has a Gift is, simply, inspiring.'
- USA Today

'A wonderful book of miracles that any dog lover will enjoy.'
- San Francisco Book Review




Published: 07/12/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781585428991
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover: The Complete Dog Breed Guide Book
By Dorling Kindersley
From spaniels to sheepdogs, The Complete Dog Breed Guide will help you choose the perfect companion for your family. Fully illustrated and featuring over 400 of the world's best-loved breeds, this is the only breed guide you'll ever need.
From spaniels to sheepdogs, The Complete Dog Breed Guide will help you choose the perfect companion for your family. Fully illustrated and featuring over 400 of the world's best-loved breeds, this is the only breed guide you'll ever need.
Published: 20/02/2012
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405394666
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  Encyclopedia of Aquarium and Pond Fish
By David Alderton

From Cyprinids to Blennies and Koi, a new edition of this complete owner's manual for keeping all types of fish

Get the lowdown on keeping fish with this comprehensive guide for fish lovers.  You'll find everything you need to know on marine varieties to freshwater, tropical to coldwater, whether you keep them in indoor aquariums or outdoor ponds.



From Cyprinids to Blennies and Koi, a new edition of this complete owner's manual for keeping all types of fish

Get the lowdown on keeping fish with this comprehensive guide for fish lovers.  You'll...

Published: 25/07/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405378826
RRP: $29.99
Book Cover:  How To Train A Superpup
By Dorling Kindersley

Unleash your puppy's potential

How to Train a Superpuppy offers a complete care programme telling you everything you need to know about house training, socialisation, feeding, exercising and vaccinating so that you can raise a healthy, happy puppy. Helpful advice is also given on choosing the right breed for your family.



Unleash your puppy's potential

How to Train a Superpuppy offers a complete care programme telling you everything you need to know about house training, socialisation, feeding, exercising and vaccinating...

Published: 01/08/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405363099
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Complete Horse Care Manual
By Colin Vogel

Gallop your way to successful horse care with this comprehensive manual

Comprehensive, fully illustrated and up-to-date, Complete Horse Care Manual is a thoroughbred guide to horse care. An excellent working relationship with your horse is based on understanding and communication. These lie at the heart of this practical guide. From day-to-day upkeep, stabling, and grooming, to nursing a sick horse...

Gallop your way to successful horse care with this comprehensive manual

Comprehensive, fully illustrated and up-to-date, Complete Horse Care Manual is a thoroughbred guide to horse care. An excellent working...

Published: 31/01/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405362771
RRP: $35.00
Book Cover:  Bird: The Definitive Visual Guide
By Life International Bird

The beauty and drama of the bird world brought to breathtaking life in a compact format

From hummingbirds weighing less than a coin to monkey-eating eagles this is a unique celebration of birds, photographed and studied in their natural environments around the world.


The beauty and drama of the bird world brought to breathtaking life in a compact format

From hummingbirds weighing less than a coin to monkey-eating eagles this is a unique celebration of birds, photographed...

Published: 09/07/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405345859
RRP: $49.95
Book Cover:  How to Train a Super Dog: Unleash your dog's potential
By Gwen Bailey

The most innovative and practical dog training manual ever produced, How To Train a Superdog contains everything you need to know to create a happy canine companion. Solid advice is given on choosing a breed, acquiring a dog (puppy, adult, pure-bred, or rescue), caring for him, and training him.

The most innovative and practical dog training manual ever produced, How To Train a Superdog contains everything you need to know to create a happy canine companion. Solid advice is given on choosing...

Published: 04/05/2009
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405332347
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  New Encyclopedia of the Dog
By Bruce Fogle
"One of the most comprehensive explorations of the canine world ever published." All About Dogs

Everything you need to know about man's best friend from the UK's No.1 vet, Dr Bruce Fogle.

Rub noses with more than 400 breeds from around the world from the familiar Labrador Retriever and Yorkshire Terrier, to rarities including the Corded Poodle and the Prazsky Krysavik (the world's smallest...

"One of the most comprehensive explorations of the canine world ever published." All About Dogs

Everything you need to know about man's best friend from the UK's No.1 vet, Dr Bruce Fogle.

Rub...

Published: 03/09/2007
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405321471
RRP: $59.95
Book Cover:  Pigeons: The Fascinating Story of the World's Most Revered and Reviled  Bird
By Andrew D Blechman
They have been worshipped as fertility goddesses and revered as symbols of peace. Domesticated since the dawn of humankind, they have been crucial to wartime communications for every major historical superpower from ancient Egypt to the United States and are credited with saving thousands of lives. One delivered the results of the first Olympics in 776 BC and another brought the news of Napoleon's...
They have been worshipped as fertility goddesses and revered as symbols of peace. Domesticated since the dawn of humankind, they have been crucial to wartime communications for every major historical superpower...
Published: 29/10/2007
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780702236419
RRP: $32.95
Book Cover:  Training & Working Dogs: for Quiet Confident Control of Stock
By Scott Lithgow

For every good dog able to work things out for itself, there are many more potentially useful dogs unable to do so. Training and Working Dogs will allow every owner of a new pup to train it with confidence and produce an obedient, responsive and alert dog. Although written chiefly for those who use dogs to muster cattle, the book's patient and understanding approach is equally effective for dogs reared...

For every good dog able to work things out for itself, there are many more potentially useful dogs unable to do so. Training and Working Dogs will allow every owner of a new pup to train it with confidence...

Published: 01/07/1991
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780702223945
RRP: $26.95

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21 May 2012
2012 Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIAs) - winners

The Australian Book Industry Awards were held in Sydney on Friday night. It was a great night for Penguin with our books taking the top honors in four book categories including the prestigious Book of the Year. Congratulations also to Peg McColl, Kate McCormack and the rights team who won the International (Rights) Award for the second year running for Paul French's book Midnight in Peking. United Book Distributors were again named Distributor of the Year.

Illustrated Book of the Year

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