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Recommended Readings
The following are a list of highly recommended readings from our staff and volunteers. The tens of millions of dogs and cats that are euthanized every year in the United States is testimony to the fact that many people have had pets, but precious few actually know how to successfully work through the inevitable problems, big or small, that will inevitably occur with any animal that is part of your family. So, read for fun, or read to educate yourself on a specific issue . . . in any case, enjoy!
Dogs
- The Loved Dog
Tamar Gellar with Andrea Cagan
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Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
Richard Pitcairn, DVM, PhD & Susan Hubble Pitcairn
Published by Rodale Press, Inc. 1995; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
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The Other End of the Leash
Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D
Published by The Ballantine Publishing Group 2002, Why we do what we do around dogs.
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The LatchKey Dog
Jodi Anderson
Published in 2000 by HarperCollins; this is our favorite book! It examines the people/dog relationship given our modern work/lifestyles. It offers terrific advise and insights.
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The Nature of Animal Healing
Mr. Martin Goldstein, D.V.M
Published by Random House; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
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The Power of Positive Dog Training
Pat Miller
Published by Wiley Publishing, Inc. 2001; a guide to positive dog training
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The Culture Clash
Jean Donaldson
Published by James & Kenneth Publishers 1996; Understanding the relationship humans and dogs
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Cats
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Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
Richard Pitcairn, DVM, PhD & Susan Hubble Pitcairn
Published by Rodale Press, Inc. 1995; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
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The Nature of Animal Healing
Mr. Martin Goldstein, D.V.M
Published by Random House; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
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The Encyclopedia of the Cat
Bruce Dogle, DVM
Published by DK Publishing, Inc., 1997; A great breed book with descriptions, breed tendencies and lots of helpful information including behaviors and interactions. (Includes lots of pictures!)
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Twisted Whiskers: Solving Your Cat's Behavior Problems
Pam Johnson
Published by The Crossing Press, 1994; Great book on your cat's behaviors, and the reasons they behave in these ways.
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General
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One at a time
Diane Leigh & Marilee Geyer
Published by No Voice Unheader 2003; A week in an animal shelter
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Minding Animals
Marc Bekoff
Published by Oxford University Press, Inc. 2002; understanding awareness, emotion and heart.
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Animals in Translation
Temple Grandin and Catherine Johnson
Published by Simon & Schuster 2005; unique look at animal behavior
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Articles of Note
The downside of Rawhides, Bark Magazine, Sheila Pell
Important information about vaccines, Bark Magazine, Barbara Royal, DVM
Litterbox habits
Thinking of getting a DNA test done? Great article by the WallStreet Journal
Helpful Websites
Animals & Behavior
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
- Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) FAQ
- Newer Methods For Treating FeLV+ Cats
- Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) FAQ
- Cat Scratching Info
- The California Healthy Pets Act
Cross Linked Organizations
- Arizona Feline Network (Special Needs Cats)
- Animal Wellness Magazine
- Dumb Friends League
- Shirley’s Wellness Café
- Dog’s Best Friend, Ltd.
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Sheriff’s Animal Cruelty Hotline | 602-876-1681
Arizona Humane Society Animal Cruelty | 602-997-7585 ext. 2073
NOTE: Do not call Animal Care & Control with cruelty reports. This agency does not have cruelty enforcement authority.
Arizona statutes governing animal abuse are available online at www.azleg.state.az.us/ars/13/02910.htm
Animal Poison Hotline | 1-888-232-8870 | ($35 fee per incident)
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