Books with author Nicola Jane Swinney

A beautiful tribute to the charm and brilliance of our beloved best friend. Dogs are universally admired for their loyalty and intelligence. Dog lovers return that devotion and are forever curious to learn more and look at anything about their companion, especially gorgeous photographs. Good Dog! has all of that and more as it explores the charm and brilliance of our canine friends. While dogs were the first animal to be domesticated, its origins as a species remains a mystery beyond their ancestry from wild wolves. We also know the early human relationship was as hunting partner and protector. Fast forward to today and dogs are thoroughly domesticated and have taken their place by the hearth of millions of homes while keeping us safe and in many places still helping with the hunt and protecting livestock. For most of us, however, a dog is a loyal companion who returns our affection freely and forever. Good Dog! uncovers the secrets of 36 dog breeds and what makes each distinctive and irresistible. With 170 gorgeous photographs to admire and adore, including a double-page portrait of each breed, this collection is the perfect guide for dog lovers everywhere. Popular Pets: German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, Bulldog, Beagle, Yorkshire Terrier, Poodle, Boxer Hounds and Hunting Dogs: Greyhound, Basset Hound, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Cocker Spaniel, Dachshund, Jack Russell Pocket-sized Companions: Bichon Frise, Chihuahua, Papillon, Pomeranian, Pug, Lhasa Apso Farming Dogs: Border Collie, Komondor, Samoyed, Old English Sheepdog, Welsh Corgi Pets with a Purpose: Siberian Husky, Dalmatian, Schnauzer, Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane, Newfoundland, Rottweiler Unusual Breeds: Xoloitzcuintli, Afghan Hound, Shar-pei, Tibetan Mastiff, Chow Chow. Sure to delight dog lovers of all ages, Good Dog! is a beautiful and informative keepsake to peruse again and again.

A photographic guide to horse breeds from around the world, this fun and colourful book will appeal to young horse lovers everywhere. Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them desirable, be it the sleek coat of the Mustang or the strong legs of the Shire. With easy to follow facts on each page and a glossary of tricky terms at the back, this is an essential and accessible guide.

A beautiful tribute to the charm and brilliance of our feline friends. Like cats, cat lovers are forever curious to learn more about our feline friends, and look at anything about their chosen pet -- especially gorgeous photographs. Here, Kitty! has all of those and more. Cats began their relationship with humans with the Egyptians, who had rodents raiding their grain storage and ships. As efficient rat catchers that didn't require care, they went on to earn their keep for thousands of years. But at some point, humans decided that cats could come inside. There were mice in the house, after all, and furry cats made great footwarmers on a cold night. Cats became permanent fixtures in homes around the world and over time new breeds emerged or were purposely bred. Here, Kitty! uncovers the secrets of 36 breeds and what makes each distinctive and endearing. With 170 gorgeous photographs to admire and adore, including a double-page portrait of each breed, this collection is the perfect guide for cat lovers everywhere. Ancient Breeds: Abyssinian, Chartreux, Egyptian Mau, Japanese Bobtail, Turkish Angora Rare Breeds: Bombay, Cornish Rex, Devon Rex, Highlander, Kurilian Bobtail, Sokoke American Breeds: American Bobtail, American Curl, American Shorthair, Ragdoll, Selkirk Rex, Snowshoe, Maine Coon Unusual Breeds: Russian Blue, Manx, Munchkin, Savannah, Scottish Fold Longhaired Breeds: Balinese, Birman, Norwegian Forest Cat, Persian, Siberian, Turkish Van Designer Breeds: Bengal, Chausie, RagaMuffin, Havana, Himalayan. Sure to delight cat lovers of all ages, Here, Kitty! is a beautiful and informative keepsake to peruse again and again.

Featuring both wild and domestic breeds from around the world, this is the perfect book for anyone with a love of horses and ponies. From the handsome Rocky Mountain Horse to the speedy Thoroughbred, readers are sure to find their favorite breed in this essential guide. With up to four photographs included per horse, the beauty and character of each breed is fully captured, while their individual qualities are explored in the introductory text.

From the gorgeous and fluffy toy breed, the Shih Tzu, to the highly intelligent and hard working German Shepherd, you're sure to find your favorite breed in this essential guide. With up to four photographs included per dog, the beauty and character of each breed is fully captured while their individual qualities are explored in the introductory text.