Homer's Odyssey	As much inspirational biography as "kit lit," this book is about one of my patients and features a forward written by ME!
	Shoot Down	My sister's award-winning directorial debut, this documentary is about human rights, the byzantine Cuban-American political scene and my family's role in it.
	War Dance	Executive produced by my sister and her husband, this Oscar-nominated documentary truly shines on so many levels.
	FURminator Large Yellow deShedding Tool with 4-Inch Edge	Accept no substitutes. This is the way to curb serious shedding. The cat version (in blue) is my number one hairball-prevention tool.
	iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White	Miraculously picks up stray fur. Just don't expect it to make a dent in a household of huskies.
	Panasonic Network Camera and Pet Cam (BLC1A)	Love this tool (and it's wireless version). How else to find out who's vomiting on your countertops?
	The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals	My dog-eared copy should be proof enough that this book is a perfect primer on the politics of the plate.
	The Omnivore's Dilemma for Kids: The Secrets Behind What You Eat	Want you kids to "get it," too? This kid-friendly primer on the politics of the plate may make your semi-vegetarian lifestyle easier for them to swallow.
	Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life (P.S.)	As if you needed yet another inducement to locovore it, this story will inspire you to plant some seeds and buy some chicks. Promise.
	In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto	Pollan's newest. What can I say? It's the perfect follow to The Omnivore's Dilemma. But then, I'm biased.
	Redemption: The Myth of Pet Overpopulation and the No Kill Revolution in America	Just buy it. You'll see.
	Kindle Wireless Reading Device (6" Display, U.S. Wireless)	How to consume all your glorious books...and Dolittler, too.
	Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals	From animal welfare icon Temple Grandin comes another seminal book on humanity through the lens of animal stewardship.
	Speaking for Spot: Be the Advocate Your Dog Needs to Live a Happy, Healthy, Longer Life	Dr. Nancy Kay is a veterinary internist in California whose insights should be considered unmissable by anyone who reads Dolittler religiously.
	Low Stress Handling, Restraint and Behavior Modification of Dogs & Cats: Techniques for Developing Patients Who Love Their Visits	An indispensable book on comfort-oriented pet handling for veterinarians, veterinary staff and anyone who works with pets in their professional lives.
	How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves	No-nonsense advice on basic training, socialization and canine etiquette. Currently my favorite behavior book for clients.
	The Merck/Merial Manual for Pet Health: The complete pet health resource for your dog, cat, horse or other pets - in everyday language. (Merck/Merial Manual for Pet Health (Home Edition))	Every pet owner should have one of these at home. Period.
	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook	You don't always need to peruse an entire package insert when this book is at your fingertips.
	The Ultimate Dog Lover: The Best Experts' Advice for a Happy, Healthy Dog with Stories and Photos of Incredible Canines	Gina over on PetConnection wrote it. 'Nuff said.
	The Ultimate Cat Lover: The Best Experts' Advice for a Happy, Healthy Cat with Stories and Photos of Fabulous Felines	Another brilliant book by PetConnection's Gina Spadafori.