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Discusses the science, training, and handling behind the use of working dogs to find cadavers, drugs, and bombs, and shares stories of the dogs and their handlers on the job.

"'Today Show' co-anchor, Al Roker, shares his life lessons on success and happiness in a humorous essay collection"--OCLC.

"Ten animals--nine non-human and one human--take the reader on ten journeys, where, in each case, an animal in need of rescue overcomes their issues, and goes on to help people overcome theirs"--Back cover.

"Actor, comedian, and woodworker Nick Offerman (Parks and Recreation character Ron Swanson) runs Offerman Workshop in East L.A., which produces fine handcrafted furniture as well as fun stuff like mustache combs. In this book, Offerman shares his woodworking wisdom, a behind-the-scenes look at the woodshop, instructions for making some of their most popular projects, ... color photos, and a dose of 'woodworking mirth'--"From Entertainment Weekly.

A collection of true stories that explores themes of canine playfulness, friendship, heroism, and loyalty.

Cleveland sports journalist Dan Coughlin shares stories of some of the more unique individuals and events he covered over the course of his forty-five-year career.

"An . . . informative look at the pets--from Calvin Coolidge's wallaby to Teddy Roosevelt's flying squirrels--that have passed through the White House gates"--Provided by publisher.

Master horseman Buck Brannaman, the real-life Horse Whisperer, continues the chronicle of his life as trainer and mentor in Believe, where we meet thirteen remarkable people whose lives he has affected.

Chronicles the life of Tia Torres and her experiences with her rescued pit bull dogs, showing how the stereotype that pit bulls are dangerous is just that--a stereotype.