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From the devastation of the World Trade Center to earthquakes in Central Asia, search and rescue dogs have proven invaluable in helping to find victims of disasters whether man-made or natural.
First published in 1991 to critical acclaim, this newly expanded and revised edition of Search and Rescue Dogs: Training the K-9 Hero, contains original, updated content. Chapters describe cutting-edge training techniques used for wilderness, disaster, cadaver...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 10
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English
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Dogs have been part of the US military since World War II, and they are still leading patrols hunting for IEDs today. Frankel offers an exciting mix of on-the-ground reporting, her own hands-on experiences in the military working dog world, and a look at dogs' special abilities.--
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Pig the pug volume 10
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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It is Pig the Pug versus obedience school in this rhyming story of a dog's rebellion and downfall.
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Skippyjon Jones (Picture books) volume 6
Publisher
Dutton Children's Books
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Skippyjon Jones, a Siamese cat who would rather be his Chihuahua alter ego, is determined to attend dog obedience school.
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Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 9
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English
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"Ten-year-old perpetual new kid Robyn has rules about starting a new school, but she learns some rules are worth breaking when she signs up her special needs dogs for agility training"--
9) Nicki
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Series
Publisher
Pleasant Co
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 4
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English
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When ten-year-old Nicki Fleming, who is a natural with animals, volunteers to help her mother train a service dog, she doesn't realize how much responsibility she's taking on and how much she'll have to give up along the way.
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English
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Akin to Monty Roberts's The Man Who Listens to Horses and going light-years beyond The Hidden Life of Dogs, this extraordinary book takes a radical new direction in understanding our life with canines and offers us astonishing new lessons about our pets. From changing the misbehaviors and habits that upset us, to seeing the world from their unique and natural perspective, to finding a deep connection with another being, BONES WOULD RAIN FROM THE SKY...
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English
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A renowned dog trainer gives you the positive training tools you need to share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect with your dog. Plus, you'll get: information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog's body language; instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts; a diary to track progress; suggestions for treats your dog will respond...
16) Good dog, Aggie!
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Aggie and Ben stories volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When Aggie the dog does not mind, Ben takes her to obedience school which ends in disaster, but while practicing at home one day Ben realizes what really motivates Aggie to mind.
17) Bad dog school
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Clarion Books
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
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Harris's family decides that his dog Zippy should go to dog obedience school, but after he is trained, they miss the old Zippy.
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English
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Create a stronger connection with your canine companion with these easy to follow training techniques from a world-famous celebrity dog trainer.
Whether you're welcoming a new puppy into your family or want to help your best friend overcome fears or problem behaviors, internationally renowned dog trainer and best-selling author Kyra Sundance presents your essential reference for positive dog training.
Using a visually driven, playful presentation,...
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English
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Tons of ideas for having even more fun with your dog!
Dogs are so much fun to be around-that's why they're our best friends, right? But there's so much more you can do with them than play fetch. This book showcases all the fun activities you can share together, like camping, hiking, swimming, agility, flyball, and junior handling. It also shows you how to teach your dog special skills like herding and tracking. Plus, you'll find out ways you can...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Barnaby dreams of leaving the dog pound and doing something heroic, and while his energy frightens many people away it is just right for Martha, who has him trained to sniff out bedbugs. Includes facts about bedbugs.
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