A passionate Qualified Veterinary Nurse (Veterinary Technician for the USA people) from Australia for over 20 years, Gillian Shippen has special interests in environmental enrichment for pets, animal behaviour, body language and promoting the human - animal bond. Her first book was received enthusiastically by pet lovers, with demand for more being the common call. Currently writing 3 more books - two more in her enrichment series (Cats and Other Household Pets) with the third by public demand being on an introductory guide to Canine body language and behaviour aimed at the everyday pet owner so they can better understand "why does my dog do that" Pets Need A Life Too! is also the name of Gillian Shippen's webstore - specialising in environmental enrichment products, with a companion Facebook page, encouraging the human animal bond. www.petsneedalifetoo.com ~ devoted to enriching the lives of pets ~