I published a book about my dog, Blue, ...
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I published a book about my dog, Blue, and when we go to book signings or flea markets, I give these lollipops with a picture of my dog on them as gifts to anyone who purchases his book...
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I read a feature about the author in the local paper. Decided that the book could be useful (and it is) when I cannot remember grammar rules. I later met her while walking my dog.

Full disclosure: the author is a neighbor and our dogs are friends.
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Bo's Dad told him he couldn't review his own book. But, he's sleeping now. So, I came over to the Oval Office to borrow his computer. My book is the  best book in the whole wide world!!! It is an edge of your dog bowl thriller, that tells the exciting stories beginning when my Uncle Teddy brought me to the White House to give me to my own people. Not only is it the best written book in the universe, there are also many fantastic pictures of me doing kool stuff and teaching my new family how to do tricks and rub my tummy.

In closing, if you don't read my book I will be a very sad puppy and Bo knows none of you want the First Dog to be a sad White pawed Portuguese Water Puppy. If you buy my book, I promise to try and learn how to swim. I rate this book as...Four paws straight up and Two wags from my tail!!!
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A TRULY MOVING BOOK. I AM SO GLAD THE BAILEY FOUND HIS WAY AT THE END. MY ME CRY AND LAUGH.
WHAT A GREAT WRITER IS MR CAMERON. I HAVE THREE DOGS, THEY ARE JUST GREAT. I AM SURE FINN MY SPRINGER SPANIEL HAS HAD A LIFE BEFORE THIS ONE.  THANKS FOR WRITING A BEAUTIFUL BOOKS. I ALSO HAVE A DOG'S PURPOSE,EMORY'S GIFT AND THE DOGS FOR CHRISTMAS. MR CAMERON YOU ARE A VERY BEAUTIFUL PERSON AND I LOVE YOUR SENSE OF HUMOUR
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Thank u for my book, honestly when it got here I had already rescued another dog...I had to, I was so sad
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I just loved this book! I've read quite a number of dog books: books about individual dogs, novels about them, and canine informational texts. This is probably my favorite from the lot. I was given the print hardcover version as a gift and really wanted to read it but hadn't gotten far when the audiobook became available. We live with three large dogs and a military working dog foster puppy, all of whom need daily training, care, and handling. I honestly have no time for anything that requires much sitting--including writing book reviews. It took me only two days to finish the audiobook, and because I liked it so much, I am writing a brief review. I will retain the print version of What's a Dog For? for reference. It is well-organized and contains useful information worth having available through an index.

John Homans writes well, and he has managed to skillfully weave the personal story of his rescued lab mix, Stella, into the larger "history, philosophy, and politics" of the dog world, past and present. He clearly loves his dog and all dogs in general, but he was able to present a reasonably balanced view of our relationship with this wonderful enigmatic creature that so many of us live with intimately. He covered theories on the evolution of dogs, dogs throughout history, the origin or pedigree dogs (as well as their serious genetic deficiencies brought about through by man's attempt to engineer them), and the issues of dogs in our present society. I was surprised and pleased with how much information was condensed into this relatively short volume.

For me this book flowed smoothly from one topic to the next. In addition, the use of grown-up sentence structure and vocabulary enhanced my enjoyment of it. The narrator made it easy to listen to and absorb, although I will want to go back and review several sections in print. I'm surprised this book doesn't have a higher overall rating. I suppose a reader , looking either for a personal memoir of a dog or a rigorous scientific treatise on dogs, might be disappointed. For me, however, What's a Dog For? combines the two genre and does it well. I certainly recommend it to anyone with a dog or who might be thinking about brining one into their life.
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When reading this book, after the first chapter, I put it down and said I won't read any more of it. Then, I decided to read on and then I couldn't stop. I felt the pain for each dog's life and also for  their happiness. That the human's hand and kindness can touch a dog as well as another human  When I look at my rescue dog, I see her in a differant way. I think, what have you been through in your life and past lives? I think of my sweet Belgian Sheepdog who passed two years ago  and hope that someday she will show up again in some form. You must read this book. You will feel the pain and the joy and the hope for a better life for all dogs and humans alike.  Diane M.
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I just got this book from Amazon thanks to Amazon's speedy delivery which I much appreciate.  The book is small but heavy.  It is full of great photographs of all breeds.  It even has the famous 9/11 Golden Retriever  dog being scaffolded from one area of the wreckage to another.  I can tell already that this is going to be one of my favorite dog books!
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I liked reading stories about animals and that's why this one caught my eye ... it was written by actor Vincent Price (1911 - 1993) about his then 14-year-old dog, Joe, and was originally published in 1961 (it's been recently updated with an intro by actor Bill Hader and a preface by Price's daughter, Victoria).

Price was an animal lover and tells about all the animals he'd had in his life including Albert, a Siamese cat he adopted while living in London; his son's two LOUD roosters; Prudence, his second wife's poodle; and more.  The focus of the book is Joe, a mutt he adopted from a pet store over the Christmas holidays.

He got Joe during a down period in his life.  He had stated that when women are down, they "buy new hats and perfume".  When men are down, they "get a haircut, blow themselves to a shampoo, face and scalp massage, and manicure".  Some people get drunk.  Others go off on a trip.  Art and animals always cheered him up.  His first marriage had just broken up; his wife, son and their family dog had moved out; it was Christmas; and his other dog had gotten hit by a car and died.  Joe became a very special dog to him.

There are illustrations throughout the book by Leo Hershfield.

In line at the pet shop where Price found Joe.  Source

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Price at one point had to go to court to defend Joe was he was sued for $13,000 (about $220,000 in today's dollars) by a plastered plasterer who charged that Joe ran out in front of his bike, causing him to fall and get hurt (Price won).

Given that it was written more than 50 years ago, the writing style is different ... it's more formal and alliterative, yet funny at times.  For example, Price said that he was a quick eater and describes himself as a "fast finisher of food".  He described himself one time as "blurred by beer".  He used words such as "nomenclature" and "umbrage".

Having a dog and cat in the 1950s and 1960s was different than it is today.  Price had a doggy door which Joe would go in and out of.  It wouldn't be unusual for Joe to disappear for up to four days when he was in search of female dogs in heat.  And it doesn't sound like anyone neutered their dogs.  When we meet Joe, he is fourteen-years-old and unneutered.  The Prices had friends who lived nearby and Joe impregnated their dog not once but twice, producing 16 pups in total ... no one seemed bothered about it.

The Vincent Price Family Legacy will donate a portion of the proceeds from this book to the Fund for Animals.

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This  is the puppies time to shine!  Me and my dog kip like this book alot!  I love this book!
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I haven't yet finished the book, so I'm not sure if the rest of it will be information that I will be using with our puppy.  We will not be "showing" our dog, so teaching her the simple commands used in our normal daily routine will be the main things we were wanting from the book.  I was quite surprised by some of the mistakes that I would have thought would have been corrected with editing (i.e. the word "patients" used when it should have been "patience", and several other such mistakes).
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This book Dog Next Door if for my daughter's birthday.  She has a dog and I think she will enjoy this book.
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Some days ago in a UK bookstore I saw the face of a Golden Reteiver (Tuesday) looking at me from the bookshelf. Unable to pass by I picked up the book feeling immediately that this was something special. I brought the book home and started reading. Horrified at the writer's (Luis) injuries, I wept on reading of his reliance on Tuesday and of his relationship with him.  It made me think of my beloved German Shepherd Carly and our 13 year relationship and the comfort she brought to me at times of stress, and how her mischievous sense of humour made us laugh. I have just finished reading this book and feel humble and inspired. I am inspired by the courage shown by Luis  in the face of  feelings that often are overwhelming and debilitating. It encourages me to carry on stretching my comfort zone often cramped by depression.  I recognise an over sensitised nervous system and know how hard it is to overcome, but my perceived threats are as nothing compared to Luis as a combat veteran. His courage is evidenced by his military decorations, and now by the reception he is receiving with Tuesday. This is a story from which we can all learn and appreciate the amazing capacity within dogs, and the spiritual nature of a deep relationship with an animal. For me it is no accident that these two are together in a very public way, and I wish them every success with their advocacy for veterans and the disabled. Plus I wish them every happiness, they deserve it. Readers will also be touched by Lu and Tom's stories, and it never ceases to amaze me at the way animals positively influence people's lives, dog's especially. I do believe that special animals come along and are united with special people in a way that should educate and influence all of us, and this is a spiritual experience from which we should all learn how we should interact with each other and the natural world. Luis and Tuesday are such a union.
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It was the adorable face of the Golden Retriever on the cover that caught my daughter's attention. She gave me a copy of Until Tuesday for my birthday. After reading Luis and Tuesday's story, twice, I recommended this wonderful book to my brother, a Vietnam Veteran who has suffered from PTSD for more than 40 years. Reading about a fellow Veteran who also suffers from PTSD gave him the courage to ask for a service dog. While waiting to be matched with his service dog he is volunteering at a guide dog and PAWS for Patriots facility. The change in my brother's mood and demeanor after working with the dogs and puppies has been miraculous. The peace and happiness that is beginning to replace the anger and despair in my brother's life is exciting to watch. All because my daughter was intrigued by that beautiful Golden Retriever on the cover of a book. Until Tuesday has a special place on my bookshelf of cherished books. Every time I just think about Luis and Tuesday's story tears begin to roll down my face. Thank you Luis, Tuesday and Bret.
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Reading about Tuesday a service dog for a veteran helped me understand the struggles of soldiers with PTSD.  A book worth reading
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Beautifully illustrated book cover, a lot of hard work went into this book, great storyline and lessons, too bad people don't know what it takes to write a book and should not write such nasty stuff about the author when writing a review especially when the author loved this dog more than life itself
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It was a pleasure be Jennifer's Book Shepherd on this amazing and alternative work for overall pet care. People love their pets; most are a true member of the family and when something happens, whatever the something is, they want the best for their cherished member. The layout and cover design by Nick Zelinger are fun and inviting, just like your pooch! With the recent announcement that Your Dog's Golden Years has been named as one
of three finalists in the 2013 Benjamin Franklin Awards competition, in the Animals/Pets category, I'm cheering for her! the Ben Franklin's are a big deal.

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