{"product_id":"boxer-hardcover-may-18-2007-by-sheila-webster-boneham-author-wayne-huntausen-author","title":"Boxer Hardcover – May 18, 2007 by Sheila Webster Boneham (Author), Wayne Huntausen (Author)","description":"Whether you're just about to bring your first canine companion into your home or an experienced dog owner, this truly authoritative series provides expert insight into the nature and abilities of your chosen breed. With each volume featuring practical, tried-and-tested tips and techniques for training your dog, the latest information on nutritional requirements, health and first aid for dogs, as well as fabulous full-color photography, this series is bound to be a sure-fire hit with dog-lovers everywhere. Filled with practical training tips, up-to-date health and nutrition advice, this is a must-have series for all dog-lovers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSheila Webster Boneham\u003cbr\u003eSheila Webster Boneham writes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, much of it focused on animals, nature, and travel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHer Animals in Focus mystery series features animal photographer Janet MacPhail, her Australian Shepherd Jay, and her tabby cat Leo. Their lives and adventures are based largely on the author's long experience as a competitor in canine and equine sports, rescuer, shelter volunteer, breeder, therapy volunteer, author of dog \u0026amp; cat books, and life-long animal lover.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSheila has also published seventeen nonfiction books about animals, including the highly regarded Rescue Matters! How to Find, Foster, and Rehome Companion Animals. Six of Sheila's books have been named best in their categories by the Dog Writers Association of America and the Cat Writers Association, and several others have been finalists in the groups' annual competitions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSheila grew up with a wide variety of animals, including Chihuahuas, a Scottish Deerhound, a rescued Irish Wolfhound, two Miniature Schnauzers, a number of mixed breed dogs, cats of many colors, horses, birds, and a couple of hamsters. In her teens and twenties, she showed hunters and jumpers, and was Indiana Hunt Seat Equitation Champion for 3 years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs an adult, Sheila has added Australian Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers, and several rescued cats to her \"life list.\" In addition to her own dogs, Sheila has fostered many rescued dogs and a few cats, and helped found two rescue programs. A strong advocate of responsible breeding as well, Sheila has bred highly successful Australian Shepherds under the kennel name \"Perennial.\" Sheila trains and competes in several canine sports, and her dogs have also served as therapy dogs in schools, hospitals, libraries, and nursing homes. In addition to her Aussies, Sheila has had at least one Labrador Retriever in her home since 1988, and in November 2012, she and her husband adopted a 12-year-young Golden Retriever whose people turned her over to rescue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSheila teaches writing workshops and classes, and enjoys speaking to book clubs and other groups when her writing schedule allows.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**STAR SELLER **\u003cbr\u003eSmooth shipping\u003cbr\u003eSpeedy replies\u003cbr\u003eRave reviews\u003cbr\u003eFree shipping","brand":"Three Pigeons Bookshop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47143625916614,"sku":null,"price":25.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/7983\/6102\/files\/il_fullxfull.4532105156_nijy.jpg?v=1788611830","url":"https:\/\/threepigeonsbookshop.com\/products\/boxer-hardcover-may-18-2007-by-sheila-webster-boneham-author-wayne-huntausen-author","provider":"Three Pigeons Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}