behavior

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Dog behavior

1998
Explains the different aspects of dog behavior and discusses what a dog's behavior can tell its owner, how a dog expresses its emotions, how to change disruptive behavior, and other related topics.

Tiger attacks

2000
Examines the history of tiger attacks on humans, discussing loss of habitat, long-term captivity, the endangered status of tigers, and plans for their protection.

Petspeak

you're closer than you think to a great relationship with your dog or cat!
2000
A guide book to dogs' and cats' behavior and methods of communication, which describes their senses, body language, and "spoken" language; how they "read" human behavior; how to choose the right pet; how to train and play with them; and how to deal with behavior problems such as drinking from the toilet and jumping on counters.

Coyote attacks

2000
Examines the history of coyote attacks on humans and reasons for attacks including loss of habitat. Also looks at coyotes in their natural environment and the future existence of coyotes.

Ruth Heller's how to hide a butterfly & other insects

1992
Rhyming text describes how various insects camouflage themselves to protect against predators.

Kitty cornered

how Frannie and five other incorrigible cats seized control of our house and made it their home
2012
The author tells the stories of how he and his family came to own six cats and how the cats have transformed their lives and house, for better and worse.

Alex & me

how a scientist and a parrot discovered a hidden world of animal intelligence--and formed a deep bond in the process
2008
Irene Pepperberg discusses her relationship with Alex, an African grey parrot she worked with for over thirty years, telling of the discoveries she made about animal minds through her studies, and sharing stories of the emotional bond she formed with Alex, who died prematurely in 2007.

The nature of lions

social cats of the savannas
2001
Describes a lion's physical characteristics and behavior and explains why humans have been fascinated with lions since prehistoric times.

Cat watching

1987
Examines cat behavior and the way in which man and cats interact.

Dogwatching

1987
Answers many common questions concerning dog behavior such as: why do dogs bark, why do they wag their tails, do dogs have a sixth-sense, and do dogs show remorse?.

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