Faithful Friends: Holocaust Survivors' Stories of the Pets Who Gave Them Comfort, Suffered Alongside Them and Waited for Their Return (Paperback)

Faithful Friends: Holocaust Survivors' Stories of the Pets Who Gave Them Comfort, Suffered Alongside Them and Waited for Their Return (Paperback)
By Susan Bulanda

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When Jewish families were torn from their homes, neighborhoods and livelihoods, what happened to the animals that loved and depended on them? Here is a collection of never-before-told stories of pets during the Holocaust. Most of these accounts are told by men and women who were children during World War II in Europe. As they lost parents, siblings and friends in the death camps, their beloved pets provided comfort and courage, gave them a connection to happier times, and helped them to never give up hope.
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"Susan Bulanda shares with us stories of love instead of hate, selflessness instead of selfishness. These stories speak to the spirit of hope in all humans (and animals)." -Rabbi Loel M. Weiss
"This unique collection's deeply moving stories by Holocaust survivors reveal how the bond with their companion animals intensified and deepened during that dark, horrific night of carnage, betrayal, and terror, providing solace, warmth and love. These heart-braking and heart-warming stories add a hitherto unexplored dimension to our necessary knowledge of the Holocaust and cast new light on the indestructible, soul-sustaining nature of the human-animal bond." -Aviva Cantor, author and v.p. of C.H.A.I. (Concern for Helping Animals in Israel)
"These stories reflect the love and pleasure that pets provided to those who endured great suffering. Bulanda captures the deep affection between humans and their beloved companion animals. The stories are engaging and reflective, giving animals lover pause. We will all hug our pets closely after reading these accounts!" -Gayle M. Irwin, author of Sage's Big Adventure and Sage Learns to Listen Read more

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The Man, The Dog, His Owner & Her Lover (Kindle Edition)

The Man, The Dog, His Owner & Her Lover (Kindle Edition)
By Candace Carrabus

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To Stephanie O’Hanlon, 40-something workaholic, a blank to-do list is crazy-making. When she gets laid off and rescues a huge, smiling dog from a shelter—a dog her friend insists is inhabited by Steph’s lover from a former life—she discovers the true meaning of crazy.

Gabe Fagen, handyman and crazy-in-love with Stephanie since they were teenagers, sees Steph losing her job as the chance he’s been waiting for. But will she notice he’s alive with a mysterious giant dog acting as her guardian angel?

This novella is about 20,000 words and includes a 6,000 word excerpt of the fantasy novel, Raver, coming from Candace Carrabus in the summer of 2011.

A portion of net proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to animal shelters.To Stephanie O’Hanlon, 40-something workaholic, a blank to-do list is crazy-making. When she gets laid off and rescues a huge, smiling dog from a shelter—a dog her friend insists is inhabited by Steph’s lover from a former life—she discovers the true meaning of crazy.

Gabe Fagen, handyman and crazy-in-love with Stephanie since they were teenagers, sees Steph losing her job as the chance he’s been waiting for. But will she notice he’s alive with a mysterious giant dog acting as her guardian angel?

This novella is about 20,000 words and includes a 6,000 word excerpt of the fantasy novel, Raver, coming from Candace Carrabus in the summer of 2011.

A portion of net proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to animal shelters. Read more

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Giga Pets - Hand Held Game: Tomcat (Toy)

Giga Pets - Hand Held Game: Tomcat (Toy)
By Hasbro

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Giga Pets - Hand Held Game: Pixie (Toy)

Giga Pets - Hand Held Game: Pixie (Toy)
By Hasbro

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These virtual pets interact with the Giga Pets Explorer Plug 'N Play game, sold separately. Includes one Giga Pet. Uses three button-cell batteries, not included. Read more

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Catch That Collie!!! (Kindle Edition)

Catch That Collie!!! (Kindle Edition)
By Tarrin Lupo

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Catch That Collie is the tale of a Savannah Shelter Dog that is adopted by first-time pet owners. As the inexperienced family makes mistakes, Raja, The Collie, escapes and explores Savannah, Georgia. Through trial and error, Raja teaches his new family how to properly care for a dog and be responsible pet owners.Catch That Collie is the tale of a Savannah Shelter Dog that is adopted by first-time pet owners. As the inexperienced family makes mistakes, Raja, The Collie, escapes and explores Savannah, Georgia. Through trial and error, Raja teaches his new family how to properly care for a dog and be responsible pet owners. Read more

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Chihuahua Puppy Training: The Ultimate Guide on Chihuahua Puppies, How to Raise Safe, Happy, Well Mannered Chihuahua Puppies (Kindle Edition)

Chihuahua Puppy Training: The Ultimate Guide on Chihuahua Puppies, How to Raise Safe, Happy, Well Mannered Chihuahua Puppies (Kindle Edition)
By Leann Reisler

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Bringing home a new Chihuahua puppy can be a fun and memorable time. It can also be a lot of work filled with a whole new set of responsibilities. This guide will help you maneuver through those first few weeks and months with your new best friend.

You will learn everything you need to know so that you are well prepared from what supplies you will need and how to puppy proof your home so your Chihuahua is safe, to potty training, what food to feed and how much, bathing tips, pros and cons of puppy insurance and more.

Before you are finished you will learn the best ways to train your new a Chihuahua puppy and how to teach it tricks.

There is even a special chapter on how to properly exercise your Chihuahua puppy.

Finally, we will finish with a very poignant Puppies Ten Commandments.

You will find this a very helpful and thorough guide, essential to making sure the transition for you and your family and new Chihuahua puppy is as positive and successful as possible.Bringing home a new Chihuahua puppy can be a fun and memorable time. It can also be a lot of work filled with a whole new set of responsibilities. This guide will help you maneuver through those first few weeks and months with your new best friend.

You will learn everything you need to know so that you are well prepared from what supplies you will need and how to puppy proof your home so your Chihuahua is safe, to potty training, what food to feed and how much, bathing tips, pros and cons of puppy insurance and more.

Before you are finished you will learn the best ways to train your new a Chihuahua puppy and how to teach it tricks.

There is even a special chapter on how to properly exercise your Chihuahua puppy.

Finally, we will finish with a very poignant Puppies Ten Commandments.

You will find this a very helpful and thorough guide, essential to making sure the transition for you and your family and new Chihuahua puppy is as positive and successful as possible. Read more

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The Adventures Of Beans The Chubby Chihuahua (Hardcover)

The Adventures Of Beans The Chubby Chihuahua (Hardcover)
By Kenneth Wolk

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BEANS FINDS A FAMILY

Beans is a chubby Chihuahua with short legs, a big heart and a lot of love to give. The only problem is he can t find a home. He lives in a shelter with other lonely dogs and waits every day for just the right owner to pick him. Then he meets Kenny, a human with a heart as big as his and a home that needs a dog.

Kenny gives Beans everything he ever wanted: food, friendship, a warm sofa and...oh yeah, some more food! But then he gives him a surprise: a pesky little brother Chihuahua named Hollywood. A fun-loving troublemaker, Hollywood tries to make friends with Beans, but Beans won t have it. He wants Kenny all to himself.

Because they can t get along, Hollywood plans to run away. Then something amazing happens: Hollywood falls down a well and Beans helps save him. In the process, they learn that they share a secret they both have special powers! Beans can use his tummy to sense danger and Hollywood can hear everything.

When Kenny moves to the big city, taking Beans and Hollywood with him, the two Chihuahuas special powers are put to the test. Confronted by some bigger local dogs, Beans and Hollywood come to rely on each other, on Kenny and on a host of new friends as they stand up to the bullies. Read more

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