Laidlaw, Rob

"Young people around the world are helping to defend one of planet Earth's misunderstood creatures. Join award-winning author and animal activist Rob Laidlaw as he introduces both bats and the young "Bat Citizens" who are working to protect them. Filled with fun facts, color photographs, and a center-gatefold bat illustration, "Bat Citizens" will inspire readers of all ages to love and defend their nocturnal neighbors"--Back cover.

"Biologist and animal rights activist Rob Laidlaw explains dog biology, evolution, and behavior, and explores the dynamic relationship between humans and companion dogs. Amongst sections on dog care, training, and issues related to dog ownership are spotlight features on kids helping dogs. The book includes photographs, sidebars, a glossary, an a dog anatomy gatefold"--Publisher.

Describes elephants, elephant life and adaptations, the challenges of captivity, humans and wild elephants, and more.

"Elephants were born to move, and their home range can be thousands of square miles. But in the Toronto zoo, Toka, Thika, and Iringa shared a tiny outdoor space of less than an acre of mostly barren, hard earth. Weakened by the cold winters and the lack of physical activity, the elephants were in desperate need of a change; otherwise they could not expect to live beyond middle age. This is the true story of their journey."--Back cover.

An introduction to the issues facing lost, abandoned, and feral cats and profiles kids who make a difference through fundraising, volunteering, fostering, and educating the public.

Discusses the welfare of dogs around the world, highlighting both regions where dogs are abused, neglected, and exploited, and the people and organizations seeking to improve such situations and rescue dogs from poor living conditions.

A look at how zoo life affects the health and behavior of wild animals, including elephants, polar bears, whales, and apes.

An exploration of the lives of animals in the entertainment industry that describes how they are treated and used in circuses, movies, television, and other areas; includes case studies; and promotes advocacy of the rights of animals used for entertainment.