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Written by the respected dog experts at the American Kennel Club and designers of the Canine Good Citizen test, this book will help dog owners easily maneuver through the program’s 10-step curriculum, stressing responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs. With the valuable information found in this helpful guide, your dog will pass the Canine Good Citizen obedience test with flying ...

From a cozy corner to converting a shed or garage, create an efficient and attractive workspace where you can earn your living comfortably! Whether you’ve been working from home for years, or you’re brand new to telecommuting and have questions, Home Office Solutions holds all the answers and inspiration for making a workspace you’ll love. Providing tips on home office ideas, space-efficient ...

Lovers of Lancaster and maven map collectors will be delighted to own this beautiful atlas that offers a vivid and rare picture of life in historic Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Spanning over three centuries, this book contains hundreds of maps and archival photos from local historical societies and private collections to provide a glimpse into the people, homes, places of worship, amusements, ...

On a rainy day, a lonely teddy bear named Button decides to venture into the attic to play. Amazed by all of the toys and fascinating objects he finds, he eventually discovers an old trunk where he finds a curious balloon animal kit. Little did he know this kit would be his key to making himself the best friend he’s always wanted, Squeaky! And so begins all the future adventures together that ...

This is a simple and systematic guide to growing a selection of the tastiest fruit and vegetables. The aim of this book is to start you off with some easy-to-grow produce such as carrots, onions, radishes, tomatoes and strawberries. Once you have the confidence of the first growing season behind you, you can then progress to crops requiring slightly more labour, such as peas, beans and ...

The Ultimate SPAM® Cookbook is here, featuring over 100 elevated recipes for breakfast, appetizers, main courses, and snacks, all starring this key ingredient. From gyros and Hawaiian pizza to BBQ sliders, enchilada breakfast casseroles, pho, and so much more, each recipe is easy, quick, and delicious. Including official Hormel recipes and those contributed by Chopped champion Georgeann ...

An inspiring collection of more than 90 recipes for jams, jellies, chutneys, curds, and so much more, Preserving the Season is an excellent resource for any gardener. Also included are easy-to-follow recipes that use your homemade preserves as ingredients! With charming, personal anecdotes from the author and helpful tips and variations interspersed throughout, this delightful guide is an ...

From snails and spiders to fish and frogs, this is the coolest guide for kids to learn how to take care of the coolest pets! With 39 pet profiles that describe behaviors, cage installation plans, maintenance, and more, this book contains all the general and fun information for a variety of easy-to-care-for animals that kids will love!

Cows, sheep, and goats, oh my! Discover loads of interesting facts about 172 popular breeds of farm animals, including their unique characteristics, history, breeding, personality, and more. Fun and fascinating, this engaging, collective guide will turn both the young and old into farm animal enthusiasts!

From your garden to your glass! This book will show you what leaves, flowers, fruits, vegetables, and roots to grow so you can enjoy them in a refreshing, brand new way. Filled with beautiful photography and helpful information how to plant, maintain, and harvest each ingredient, this gardening guide also includes delicious recipes for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy all ...

A complete, go-to beginner’s guide to food preservation, Canning Essentials will take you step-by-step through the processes of canning fruit and other produce, as well as how to make homemade jelly. From canning vegetables to preparing more than 60 delicious recipes for homemade jam, salsa, and relish, this book simplifies the processes of pressure canning, water-bath canning, and more so that ...

Become a grill master! A complete guide to grilling tools and techniques, as well as 100 savory recipes for the grill – from spiced cranberry wings to smoked beef brisket – this is a must-have resource to learn how to grill like a pro! Also included are helpful meat temperature charts, grill safety tips, clear guidance on grilling, searing, smoking meat, and much more.

Did you know that the Bourbonnais donkey drinks 4 gallons of water a day? In this pocket-sized guide, you’ll discover loads of interesting facts about 34 popular breeds of donkeys and mules, including their appearance, history, breeding, and uses in agriculture and tourism. From the critically endangered Abyssinian, to the speedy Onager who can run at 40mph over a 15-mile stretch, this ...

Did you know that pigs are smarter than your average 3-year-old? In this pocket-sized guide, you’ll discover loads of interesting facts about 29 popular breeds of pigs, including their appearance, history and breeding, and details of its personality. From the American Guinea Hog who loves a good belly rub, to the hardy Yorkshire who is happiest foraging outdoors, this fully revised and updated ...

Did you know a honeybee visits about 50 to 100 flowers during each nectar-collection trip? You’ll discover loads of interesting facts about 35 common pollinating insects – from ladybugs, moths, and beetles to bees, wasps, flies, and butterflies – including appearance, history and breeding, and details of how to attract them to your garden. From ladybugs whose larvae love to munch on herbs like ...