Details the complex bond between people and pets throughout history. Using captivating and evocative photographs, Bond for Life explores in depth the range of emotions felt by people about their pets. The book begins with a comprehensive review of the history of animals as part of human life from ancient times to the present day.
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About the Author:
Joe Wills, B. Vet Med, PhD MRCVS, is Head of Communications at the Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition in the United Kingdom. She has published over 80 scientific papers, edited three books, and lectures worldwide. Ian Robinon, PhD, is an animal behaviorist at the Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition, studying the feeding behavior of cats and dogs. He is currently studying the relationship between people and their pets and is particularly interested in the health benefits of the bond on humans.
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The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs. -Alphonse de Lamarrtine, 19th century poet A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song. -Chinese proverb The smallest feline is a masterpiece. _ leonardo da Vinci Children and dogs are as necesary to the welfare of the country as Wall Street and the railroads. -Harry S. Truman One reason a dog is such a comfort when you're downcast is that he doesn't ask to know why. -Anonymous
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- PublisherWillow Creek Pr
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 1572233974
- ISBN 13 9781572233973
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages144