Paula Jones

Second-Hand Dogs showcases rescue dogs in the way they truly deserve. The majority of shelter dogs adjust to domestic life with love, patience, and occasionally a little additional work, to become very special companions.Heartwarming stories by adopters with lovely photographs tell how they found their rescue, and how the dog settled into their new home. There is the occasional uphill struggle but the stories are about the fun and love the dogs have brought to their families. Meet- Josie, who inadvertently became a hearing aid dog to her owner- Little Max whose love helped his family in so many ways- Tommy who shared his special brand of love as a therapy dog- Young Freja with the googly eyes, who had to learn how to live her life from scratch- The very special multi-dog families with their happy bands of rescuesWords of Wisdom, chapters advising on how to choose a dog, introducing him or her into their new home and life, socialising the animal with babies, children, and resident pets, and training advice make this book an informative and enjoyable read about how rescue dogs can bring their special brand of love to homes, changing lives for the better.Save a life: Adopt, don't Shop

All-day slow cooker recipes for classic home cooking on the busiest days This slow cooker cookbook is the ultimate solution for hands-off slow cooking, with 100 simple and delicious slow cooker recipes that take at least 8 hours to cook and can be left entirely alone until it's time to eat. The dishes require basic ingredients, less than 15 minutes of prep, and no additional steps during cooking. Toss them together, take off, and come home to a complete meal with minimal cleanup. Variety, the spice of life―Try comforting soups, stews, and chilis for carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans-there's even a section for making savory stocks and sauces.Ready to eat―These meals are either ready to be served as soon as the slow cooker is done or take just a few minutes of assembly after cooking.How to slow cook―Discover pro tips for making meal prep even easier and maximizing leftovers. Enjoy delicious home-cooked meals and make the most of your evenings with this easy slow cooker cookbook.