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Creature Comforts New Zealanders and their Pets

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Creature Comforts New Zealanders and their PetsDiscover the enchanting world of pets in New Zealand with *Creature Comforts*, a compelling exploration authored by Nancy Swarbrick. This beautiful 292 page book is a must read for pet owners and animal lovers alike, diving into the significant events and cultural shifts that have shaped pet ownership in New Zealand. With 68% of Kiwi households owning pets, this book highlights how our furry friends became an integral part of the New Zealand

Discover the enchanting world of pets in New Zealand with *Creature Comforts*, a compelling exploration authored by Nancy Swarbrick. This beautiful 292-page book is a must-read for pet owners and animal lovers alike, diving into the significant events and cultural shifts that have shaped pet ownership in New Zealand. With 68% of Kiwi households owning pets, this book highlights how our furry friends became an integral part of the New Zealand lifestyle. Through captivating narratives and delightful stories of memorable companion animals, *Creature Comforts* uncovers the evolution of our bond with pets over time. It examines the influence of organizations such as the SPCA and calf clubs, as well as the impact of animal rights discussions, offering insight into the social aspects of pet keeping. Well-illustrated with historical images, this book offers both education and entertainment. *Creature Comforts* is published by Otago University Press and is in brand new condition. Revel in the rich tapestry of New Zealand's pet history and understand your beloved animals' place in our world! Delivery is available from our NZ-based store, ensuring there are no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes, and we are happy to combine shipping for your convenience.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 200 x 270 mm
Pages: 292

Author: Nancy Swarbrick Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 20-11-2013

New Zealand has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world – in 2011, 68 per cent of all Kiwi households had at least one pet: almost half had a cat and nearly a third had a dog. Yet until now no book has explored how pets came to be such an integral part of the New Zealand way of life.

Creature Comforts does just this. By chronicling the major events and ideas that have shaped pet keeping in New Zealand, this fascinating and entertaining book explains the strong relationship we have with our animal friends, and how this has changed over time. It looks at the social impact of fanciers' organisations, the moral influence of the SPCA and other animal welfare groups, the educational role of calf clubs, and the questions raised by animal rights activists. Along the way, it tells the stories of some memorable companion animals.

The book is beautifully illustrated and includes many previously unpublished historical images.

We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
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