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Rescuing Sprite: A Dog Lover's Story of Joy and Anguish 351 reviews Mark R. Levin
Pocket Books, 2007
Read this if you ever loved and lost a dog
+ Great read for animal lovers
The dogs I have grieved most intensely over, I realize, have been the ones I who were in my life the shortest amount of time. Perhaps it is the deep wish that more time could have been granted to me with these dogs. So it was I think with Mark, who had only two short years with Sprite, and whose ...
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Dog Training For Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) 27 reviews Jack Volhard, Wendy Volhard
For Dummies, 2005
After reading this book, neither you nor your dog will be a "dummy."
+ Well written book + Dog taining for dummies + A Training Book for Children + MORE THAN A TRAINING MANUAL
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From Baghdad, With Love: A Marine, the War, and a Dog Named Lava 121 reviews Jay Kopelman, Melinda Roth
The Lyons Press, 2006
Heartwarming, uplifting, tensions high, emotions soaring!!!
+ This well told tale of Marine and puppy is well worth a read + heartwarming + Dog Lover's Treat + I'm a sucker for dog stories...... this was the best
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Marley: A Dog Like No Other A special adaptation for young readers 24 reviews John Grogan
Collins, 2007
wonderful dog, well written book!
+ Fur dog tale + Kids' Version of Marley and Me + Marley + It's Not Just For Kids
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Dogs (MiniCube) Vito Buono
White Star, 2007
Dog lovers of all ages will cherish this treasure trove of canine images. Over 500 full-color photographs showcase dogs in all their tail-wagging glory-from the irrepressible appeal of wrinkly puppies to the noble dignity of beloved older dogs, from endearing mutts to show-stopping purebreds. The pictures in this enchanting book have been selected based on the originality of their composition ...
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Good Dog, Carl : A Classic Board Book 62 reviews
Little Simon, 1996
Excellent parenting choices
+ Good Dog Carl + The sweetest story--kids of all ages can read it to you + Entertaining for adults - not sure about children... + We LOVE Carl!
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I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words (Bright & Early Books(R)) 9 reviews Michael Frith
Random House Books for Young Readers, 1973
A classic
+ Better than Dr. Seuss + Simply marvelous! + Fun, funny book...!
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The Dog Whisperer: A Compassionate, Nonviolent Approach to Dog Training 110 reviews Paul Owens, Norma Eckroate
Adams Media, 2007
The Original Dog Whisperer
+ Great book. Better than Millan. + Interesting book and helpful, but... + Can we evolve?
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Watchers 445 reviews Dean Koontz
Berkley, 2003
A rollercoaster ride
+ WOW!!!! + Absolutely Awesome + I adore this book!! Dean Koontz Rocks!!!! + better than the movie!
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The Call of the Wild (Aladdin Classics) 52 reviews Jack London
Aladdin, 2003
a gripping, compelling read
+ Amazing + This book teaches so much... + Stark, Powerful Wilderness Tale + A great read with powerful messages for all ages
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Because of Winn-Dixie (Movie Tie-In) 750 reviews Kate DiCamillo
Candlewick, 2004
A little book with a lot of heart
+ Charming! + Man's Best Friend + how a stray dog wins friends and influeces people + Because of Winn Dixie
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Why I Love My Dog: 101 Dang Good Reasons Ellen Patrick
Sweetwater Press, 2005
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The Loved Dog: The Playful, Nonaggressive Way to Teach Your Dog Good Behavior 89 reviews Tamar Geller
Simon Spotlight Entertainment, 2007
The Loved Dog
It was a pleasure finally to find someone with whose gentle, sensible, methods, view point, and philosophy I agree, especially after some rather harsh tactics I have observed by other trainers. You can tell Tamar truly loves her dogs as much as most owners love their dogs. I am glad I happened to ...
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Old Yeller (HarperClassics) 123 reviews Fred Gipson
HarperTrophy, 1990
One of thhe best ever "boy and his dog" stories
+ A Story of Great Animal Compassion + What Movie? + Who hasen't read this great book?
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The Poky Little Puppy (A Little Golden Book Classic) 42 reviews Janette Sebring Lowrey
Golden Books, 2001
Now, where in the world is that Poky Little Puppy?
+ Just as I hoped! + Golden Books Rule + Timeless Masterpiece + This is a classic, but...
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Bad Dogs Have More Fun: Selected Writings on Family, Animals, and Life from The Philadelphia Inquirer 21 reviews John Grogan
Vanguard Press, 2007
Good but not about dogs
This book is a compilation of Grogan's articles from the Philly Inquirer. It is a very enjoyable and quick read but it has little to do with dogs. If you're looking for a book about the bond between humans and their 4-legged friends, consider looking elsewhere. If you're looking for a series of ...
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Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog 1357 reviews John Grogan
William Morrow, 2005
One crazy canine
+ Marley and Me + Marley and Me + IGNORE THE IGNORANCE OF OTHER REVIEWS + Laugh until you Cry
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 1455 reviews Mark Haddon
Vintage, 2004
Fun and engaging
+ Not your usual read . . . + An unusual and striking first novel + Very Likeable Book
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Dog 42 reviews Matthew Van Fleet
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books, 2007
Fun book!
+ Hands on, funny and adorable! + Brilliant!!! + Great Book! + all kids love this book!
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Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems 685 reviews Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
Harmony, 2006
Inspiring.
+ huge fan + Cesar's Way... the Best Way + Wish I knew about this a few years ago
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