Kim Campbell Thornton

As author Kim Campbell Thornton begins this Simple Solutions guide, “Dogs are known as man’s best friend, but they don’t come ready-made to take on this role.” Socialization unlocks the key to the human-dog bond and explains how well-mannered, well-adjusted dogs are made (not born). A term used by canine behaviorists and trainers, socialization is a fancy five-syllable word for “getting friendly,” which doesn’t come naturally to...

Whether teaching a dog the basics, turning Fido from frumpy to fabulous, or traveling with man's best friend, Dog Fancy magazine's Simple Solutions books are best bets for dog owners. Filled with helpful tips and fun illustrations, these handy guides serve as easy-to-use foundations for success.

Award-winning author Kim Campbell Thornton offers “Real Answers to the Curious Things Cats Do” in this fun-fact book that all cat lovers will adore. Why Do Cats Do That? discusses twenty peculiar feline habits that have puzzled cat owners since the first semi-domesticated cat plopped a dead baby dodo on a caveman’s doorstep! Why do cats bring us mangled mice as gifts? How and why does a cat purr? Why do cats land on their feet? (Do they always land on their feet?)...

Presented in a format that any dog lover will enjoy, this fun-fact book discusses twenty curious topics that have plagued the minds of dog owners for generations. From the simple, straightforward queries, “Why do dogs bark?” and “Why do dogs chew?” to the more challenging musings, “Why do dogs eat grass” and “Why do dogs howl?” More than just entertainment, owners will discover the reasons behind common training...

A Simple Solution book for every dog owner who wants to have a well-behaved companion, Obedience by Kim Campbell Thornton is essentially a sweet and quick brush-up course on doggy manners. Exhibiting social graces in public places and good behavior around the home, your dog will be a welcome, much-loved companion thanks to Obedience. Topics covered include sitting pretty, jumping up, staying off furniture, come when called, and accepting attention from strangers. This little book is all about...

Now you can experience carefree travel with your pet! Traveling with Dogs provides expert advice on packing for pets, finding hotels with «Dog Welcome» mats, and generally making travel hassle free and fun anywhere you go. Learn why freezing water in a dog's bowl can make an airline flight much more comfortable for a canine companion. Discover which cities in the world are the most dog friendly. These and many other essential travel tips can be found just inside the covers of this fun and...

Today’s job market has inspired many in the work force to reevaluate their career choices and to reinvent themselves. Careers with Dogs is an engaging resource book for anyone who wants to learn about the many and varied canine-related jobs available today. From veterinary technician and medical specialist to dog trainer and professional handler, this comprehensive volume covers every imaginable job, offering advice to recent high school and college graduates as well as adults seeking...