Modern Pet Owner

Does your dog tremble during thunderstorms? Does your cat vanish when visitors arrive? Do you have a beloved pet who seems nervous, fearful, or unsettled in everyday life? You're not alone-and neither is your pet.The Anxious Pet is a gentle, conversational guide to understanding and supporting animals who struggle with anxiety. Drawing on real-life stories of dogs, cats, rabbits, and more, this book offers hope, encouragement, and practical steps for creating a calmer, happier life together.Inside, you'll discover:What anxiety looks like in different pets-and why it's often misunderstood.Everyday causes of stress, from routine changes to loud noises.How your own emotions affect your pet's behavior.Simple ways to create calming environments and safe spaces.Gentle training techniques that build trust and confidence.Tools, supports, and when professional help may be needed.This isn't a cold manual filled with charts and checklists. Instead, it's like a conversation with a caring friend who understands the ups and downs of life with an anxious animal. Whether your pet hides during fireworks, panics when you leave, or struggles with everyday changes, you'll find reassurance and guidance here.Above all, The Anxious Pet is about hope. Anxiety doesn't have to define your pet's life-or yours. With patience, love, and understanding, even the most sensitive animals can learn to trust, relax, and thrive. Ross Thompson lives in Melbourne Australia. He writes Adult and childrens fiction, and is also the author of a number of non-fiction books.

Every pet owner wants the same thing: a healthy, happy companion who thrives at every stage of life. But with endless options in stores, conflicting advice online, and the rise of trends like raw diets and grain-free formulas, feeding your pet can feel overwhelming.This book takes the confusion out of pet nutrition and replaces it with clarity, confidence, and care. Written in a friendly, down-to-earth style, it guides you through the essentials of feeding dogs, cats, and even smaller pets, while showing how nutrition directly affects energy, growth, and long-term health.Inside you'll discover:The fundamentals of what pets really need in their diets.How to make sense of commercial food labels and marketing claims.The pros and cons of home-cooked and raw diets.Special considerations for puppies, kittens, adults, and senior pets.How to manage allergies, sensitivities, and health conditions through diet.Safe and unsafe human foods every owner should know.Feeding routines and habits that keep pets balanced and secure.Whether you're raising a playful puppy, caring for a senior cat, or simply wanting to do better by the pet you already love, this book will help you make informed choices. It's not about complicated formulas or rigid rules-it's about understanding your pet, building good habits, and finding joy in the simple act of feeding them well.Because when it comes down to it, nutrition isn't just about food. It's about love, care, and the bond you share with your pet-nourished one meal at a time. Ross Thompson lives in Melbourne Australia. He writes Adult and childrens fiction, and is also the author of a number of non-fiction books.