Our Debt To The Dog

Author : Bryan D. Cummins
Publisher : Carolina Academic Press
Page : 637 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781611635560

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Our Debt to the Dog by Bryan D. Cummins Pdf

When Homo sapiens sapiens met Canis lupus lupus millennia ago, the result was Canis lupus familiaris, the domestic dog. Since that fateful encounter, the dog has become, arguably, humankind’s greatest creation. The domestic dog is the most widely distributed species (other than ourselves) in the world, being found virtually wherever people live, and is also the most diversified of species, with literally hundreds of recognized breeds. While we have shaped the dog, it, too, has helped shape human history in innumerable ways. Our Debt to the Dog is a critical historical and cross-cultural examination, through the use of case studies, of this most improbable 15,000-year relationship and an exploration of how this relationship shaped the history of the world. It is also very much an apology to the dog because over the course of the partnership horrific acts were perpetrated against it intentionally and otherwise. Our Debt to the Dog enriches our understanding of the dog and extends our appreciation for the profound complexity of past and present human-canine relationships and the dog’s contributions to our lives and our world.

Author : David E. Robinson
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1453659188

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My Home Is My Castle by David E. Robinson Pdf

Stop foreclosure with a question. The Magic Question that will debunk any foreclosure is this: Ask this questions in court. "Should the one who funded the loan be the one who is repaid the money debt?" It the answer is Yes or No, the bank must zero our the false debt on their fraudulently created none-existent loan. There was no lawful loan made by the bank to the so-called borrower. All bankers, politicians, and judges know this truth, and they fear the wrath of the public should their dirty secret ever become known my a critical mass of the people that they have for decades been defrauding. The so-called borrower. Bankers will not answer this question in any courtroom in the world because they know that the borrower is the one who actually funded the loan. They also know that the evidence of this fact can easily be found in the bookkeeping loan entries of the bank. According to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).

Author : United States. Congress
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1376 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Law
ISBN : IND:30000142014087

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Congressional Record by United States. Congress Pdf

Author : Michael N. Richard
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014-03-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781681495989

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Tobit's Dog by Michael N. Richard Pdf

Despite the ever-present oppression of the Jim Crow South around him, Tobit Messager had become a prosperous and well-respected man. Then one day forces beyond his control start a cascade of misfortune that leaves him blind and nearly destitute. It is then that an affable travelling musician, who calls himself Ace Redbone, shows up on his doorstep claiming to be a distant relative. In an effort to alleviate his family's dire situation, Tobit allows his son, Tobias, to accompany Ace Redbone on a quest to collect a long overdue debt. Together, Ace, Tobias, and a most peculiar dog named Okra set off on a journey that will lead to unexpected consequences. Currents of grace begin rippling through not only Tobit's family but his entire community as hidden crimes are revealed and justice, which had almost been despaired of, is served. This retelling of the biblical story of Tobit, set in North Carolina during the Depression, brings to life in surprising ways the beloved Old Testament characters, including the important but often overlooked family dog.

Author : Rachael Hale McKenna
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2016-02-02
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1617691879

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The French Dog (Mini) by Rachael Hale McKenna Pdf

Joining their owners at cafés, in shops, and just about everywhere else, dogs have always had a special place in French life. In The French Dog, bestselling animal photog­rapher Rachael Hale McKenna has captured a host of unforgettable canines--dachshunds, poodles, Labradors, bulldogs, and more--in a variety of stunning locations, from stately châteaus and chic Paris addresses to cobblestoned streets in quiet villages. Now available in a small, charming format that showcases the best of McKenna's unforget­table photography, this volume is irresistible for Francophiles and dog lovers alike.

Author : John W. Pilley,Hilary Hinzmann
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780544102576

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Chaser by John W. Pilley,Hilary Hinzmann Pdf

The heartwarming and amazing story of Chaser, a Border Collie who has learned the names of over 1,000 objects, and her octogenarian trainer, exploring the true potential of animal intelligence and the ways in which any dog lover could achieve similar results.

Author : Alston Chase
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-29
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781351298261

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We Give Our Hearts to Dogs to Tear by Alston Chase Pdf

More than a hauntingly beautiful memoir about small dogs in Big Sky country, this book is a wise account of the relationships among dogs, humans, and the land that surrounds them. It is the story of successive generations of Jack Russell terriers, their animal friends, and their human companions. Alston Chase searches for the immortality of dogs, what makes them unique companions, and why we humans willingly give them our hearts knowing that someday they will be broken. This book will resonate with anyone who has ever loved a dog. Chase muses that dogs are the embodiment of spirit over mortality and through the window of their brief lives we glimpse eternity. This eternal includes the Earth, the land, and the bonds forged between people and dogs over thousands of years. Chase sees threats in the decline of rural life, unbridled urbanization, and in dog breeders who judge by conformation to breed standards and fashion rather than ability and health. An uplifting tribute to the dogs we love, and a reflection on the limitations of life, this book shows a triumph of the spirit. Rich in poetic citations, it is an environmental cry for help, a naturalistic appreciation of a dissolving world, and a deeply spiritual reminder that nothing loved is ever lost.

Author : John Garland James
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1879
Category : American literature
ISBN : PRNC:32101072900267

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Southern Student's Hand-book of Selections for Reading and Oratory by John Garland James Pdf

Author : Ken Foster
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2006-03-01
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781599215839

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The Dogs Who Found Me by Ken Foster Pdf

Now regarded as a classic in dog literature, Ken Foster's memoir chronicles his journey from first-time dog owner to rescuer--and all the lessons and mistakes he made along the way. Bookended by the tragedies of 9/11 and Katrina, Foster finds that dogs open his eyes to the benefits of compassion, selflessness, and the chaotic beauty of living each day in the moment. But more than Foster's own story, readers remember the dogs. Among them are Duque, a Costa Rican stray; Brando, Foster's first adopted dog and a supposed pit bull mix who outgrew his Manhattan studio apartment; Rocco, a clownish red pit bull whose owner mistakenly gives him away to the wrong person; Zephyr, a cheerful Rottweiler mix who awakens Foster by sitting on his chest when his heart stops working; and Sula, the tiny lost pit bull who showed up at Foster's door one day and stayed. Whether bearing witness to national tragedy, grieving the death of a friend, or dealing with his own mortality, Foster finds strength in his dogs, and in the reciprocal nature of rescue.

Author : Scott MacDonald,Sadie
Publisher : Prestyge Books
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780253040053

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Think Like a Dog by Scott MacDonald,Sadie Pdf

They're loyal, loving, and big-hearted—dogs are our best friends for a good reason. Yet they have much more to offer than just love and friendship. Let CEO Scott MacDonald and rescue dog Sadie show you how to have a more rewarding life and a more successful career in Think Like a Dog. With whimsy and insight, Scott and Sadie offer important lessons in loyalty, persistence, leaving your mark, and always being a great sniffer. Scott reveals what Sadie and other dogs teach us about successful work habits and organizational strategies for outstanding business success. Want a better, happier, and more satisfying life? Want to be successful? Start by understanding a dog's perspective and applying the lessons learned!

Author : Alexandra Horowitz
Publisher : Scribner
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09
Category : Dog owners
ISBN : 1471185184

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Our Dogs, Ourselves by Alexandra Horowitz Pdf

In this book Alexandra Horowitz examines what's called the 'dog-human bond': examining all aspects of the complexity of this unique interspecies pairing. From her position as a dog scientist, she uses the science of dogs and dog-human interaction to ground a consideration of the various ways that dogs, as a species, reflect us, and how they reflect (sometimes badly, sometimes well) on us. And she goes beyond the cognitive science to consider the culture, laws, and human dynamics that reveal and restrict this bond between two disparate species. Horowitz shows that when each person makes the decision to breed, own, or adopt a dog, we enter into a relationship that will change us. It changes the course of our days: dogs need to be walked, fed, attended to. It can change the course of our lives: dogs weave their way into our lives with their constant silent presence by our sides. There are still many (often non-'scientific') questions that remain unanswered about dogs: about their minds, yes, but especially about living with dogs in our society, and how we can best treat them now and in the future. This books addresses those questions. It is intended for the curious dog owner and science-lover alike, who wants to read good, intelligent thinking on dogs, not overly sentimental but not without heart.

Author : David Ryan PG Dip (CABC) CCAB
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-12
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781291562323

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Dogs that Bite and Fight by David Ryan PG Dip (CABC) CCAB Pdf

If you are thinking of buying a puppy or adopting a rescue dog, if you have a dog that has started biting or fighting, or if you would just like to further your knowledge of dog behaviour and training, Dogs that Bite and Fight provides a complete understanding of why pet dogs become biters and fighters, how to prevent it and how to change the behaviour, including training methods that owners can use with their own pets. David Ryan was a police dog handler and instructor for twenty-six years. He cut his teeth on dogs that bite and fight, teaching them how to moderate and direct aggression proportionately. He qualified with a Postgraduate Diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling, and his hands-on up-close manipulation of canine aggression was a useful grounding when he transferred his skills to dealing with pet dogs as one of the UK's leading canine behaviourists.

Author : Cecil Alden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1903
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1111285605

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Our Friend the Dog by Cecil Alden Pdf

Author : John Coates
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781101583630

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The Hour Between Dog and Wolf by John Coates Pdf

A successful Wall Street trader turned neuroscientist reveals how risk taking and stress transform our body chemistry Before he became a world-class scientist, John Coates ran a derivatives trading desk in New York City. He used the expression “the hour between dog and wolf” to refer to the moment of Jekyll-and-Hyde transformation traders passed through when under pressure. They became cocky and irrationally risk-seeking when on a winning streak, tentative and risk-averse when cowering from losses. In a series of groundbreaking experiments, Coates identified a feedback loop between testosterone and success—one that can cloud men’s judgment in high-pressure decision-making. Coates demonstrates how our bodies produce the fabled gut feelings we so often rely on, how stress in the workplace can impair our judgment and even damage our health, and how sports science can help us toughen our bodies against the ravages of stress. Revealing the biology behind bubbles and crashes, The Hour Between Dog and Wolf sheds new and surprising light on issues that affect us all.

Author : Hannah Dale
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781849944281

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A Dog's Life by Hannah Dale Pdf

This beautiful little gift book features over 50 dogs painted by Hannah Dale in her uniquely quirky, characterful style. From the faithful Labrador and the bouncy Cocker Spaniel to the loveable Old English Sheepdog and French Bulldog, all our favourite dog breeds are delightfully brought to life by this award-winning artist. Each portrait is accompanied by insightful and entertaining text from Hannah, who is a trained zoologist as well as an artist. A wonderful reference and beautiful gift book for all dog lovers.