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How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend

Author : Monks of New Skete
Publisher : Little, Brown
ISBN 13 : 0759524386
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (595 download)

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Download or read book How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend written by Monks of New Skete and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2001-05-15 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For more than a quarter century, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend has been the standard against which all other dog-training books have been measured. This expanded edition preserves the best features of the original classic while bringing the book fully up-to-date. The result: the ultimate training manual for a new generation of dog owners--and, of course, for their canine best friends. The Monks of New Skete have achieved international renown as breeders of German shepherds and as outstanding trainers of dogs of all breeds. Their unique approach to canine training, developed and refined over four decades, is based on the philosophy that "understanding is the key to communication, compassion, and communion" with your dog. How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend covers virtually every aspect of living with and caring for your dog, including: Selecting a dog (what breed? male? female? puppy or older dog?) to fit your lifestyle Where to get--and where not to get--a dog Reading a pedigree Training your dog or puppy--when, where, and how The proper use of praise and discipline Feeding, grooming, and ensuring your dog's physical fitness Recognizing and correcting canine behavioral problems The particular challenges of raising a dog where you live - in the city, country, or suburb The proper techniques for complete care of your pet at every stage of his or her life In its scope, its clarity, and its authority, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend remains unrivaled as a basic training guide for dog owners. Like no other book, this guide can help you understand and appreciate your dog's nature as well as his or her distinct personality--and in so doing, it can significantly enrich the life you share with your dog.

Navy SEAL Dogs

Author : Mike Ritland
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
ISBN 13 : 1466840234
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (668 download)

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Download or read book Navy SEAL Dogs written by Mike Ritland and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2013-10-29 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before there was Max, there was Mike. A true story much like the touching movie, Navy SEAL Dogs explores the incomparable relationship between trainer and military dog. From the author of Team Dog, Trident K9 Warriors gave readers an inside look at the Navy SEAL teams' elite K9 warriors-who they are, how they are trained, and the extreme missions they undertake to save lives. From detecting explosives to eliminating the bad guys, these powerful dogs are also some of the smartest and highest skilled working animals on the planet. Mike Ritland's job is to train them. This special edition re-telling presents the dramatic tale of how Ritland discovered his passion and grew up to become the trainer of the nation's most elite military working dogs. Ritland was a smaller-than-average kid who was often picked-on at school-which led him to spend more time with dogs at a young age. After graduating BUD/S training-the toughest military training in the world-to become a SEAL, he was on combat deployment in Iraq when he saw a military working dog in action and instantly knew he'd found his true calling. Ritland started his own company to train and supply working and protection dogs for the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, and other clients. He also started the Warrior Dog Foundation to help retired Special Operations dogs live long and happy lives after their service. Navy SEAL Dogs is the true story of how Mike Ritland grew from a skinny, bullied child, to a member of our nation's most elite SEAL Teams, to the trainer of the world's most highly skilled K9 warriors.

The Book of the German Shepherd Dog

Author : Anna Katherine Nicholas
Publisher : TFH Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780876665626
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (656 download)

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Download or read book The Book of the German Shepherd Dog written by Anna Katherine Nicholas and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1983 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers the development of the dog breed around the world, standards, judging, care and breeding.

German Shepherd Puppy Training

Author : MR Daniel Vega
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781519479730
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (797 download)

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Download or read book German Shepherd Puppy Training written by MR Daniel Vega and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-11-09 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: German Shepherd Puppy Training: The Complete German Shepherd Puppy Guide for Caring, Raising and Training German Shepherd Puppies. Training Your Puppy Begins - From the Car Ride Home The Complete German Shepherd Puppy Training Guide German Shepherd Puppy Training. German Shepherd Puppies are incredibly smart, and can learn simple tasks after only five repetitions and usually obey the first command 95% of the time. This is true when you do the right things first, in the way a German Shepherd Puppy will understand you completely. So What's The Right Way To Train Your German Shepherd Puppy? Start with the correct mindset, which I define as PRICELESS. To succeed in dog training requires the PRICELESS mindset that translates into Patience Resolve Impartiality Consistency Excitement Learning Evolution Simplicity and Surrender. Using these priceless qualities in conjunction with my methods inside this training guide provides you with all of the tools necessary to be a successful trainer. Adopting the ability to communicate with your dog the same way that a dog naturally communicates, using the language your puppy already instinctively understands, rather than trying to teach your dog how to speak human, will save you time and a lot of frustration. This enables you to rapidly establish the alpha position, attain new behavioral correction habits, and teach your dog fast command adoption the same way pro trainers do. Plus: Puppy proofing your home Puppy training preparation Solve and avoid Separation Anxiety. All Commands German Shepherd Puppies should learn; E.g. Sit, Stay, Down, Drop it etc. Socialization Alpha Dog explained - how to be the Alpha. Clicker Training how to master and use it now Leash Training Crate Training Housetraining How to Communicate using Dog Language Behavior Correction - How to Stop Barking, Digging, Jumping, and Nipping Nutrition for your German Shepherd Puppy Basic Caring and Grooming for a long happy life together The Complete German Shepherd Puppy Training Guide Buy Now! Begin Reading about the PRICELESS MINDSET and the methods you need to know to be an excellent trainer. Daniel Vega Author TAGS: German Shepherd Puppy Training, training your German Shepherd Puppy, German Shepherd Puppy Training Guide, German Shepherd puppies, Training book for German Shepherd puppies ORDER NOW and SAVE!

Me and My Best Friend

Author : Rachel Caetano
Publisher : Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 27 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (94 download)

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Download or read book Me and My Best Friend written by Rachel Caetano and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-02-27 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing, but have you ever wondered what that looks like? How do you relate to prayer, and how do you teach others what it means to have a prayer life? Me and My Best Friend is a story about a little girl and the friendship she has with her dog named Prayer. This is a relationship like none other, one that will inspire and lead its readers into a deeper understanding of the power of prayer and the responsibility of maintaining an active prayer life. This story is a simple yet profound way for every child and adult to see prayer as the powerful and essential gift it is and to better understand the importance of maintaining a life filled with prayer. Me and My Best Friend provides a fun and relatable representation of what it looks like to pray without ceasing and will inspire every child to start praying.

STRELKA, My Best Friend?s DOG

Author : Kenneth Anueyiagu
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1456879979
Total Pages : 67 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (568 download)

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Download or read book STRELKA, My Best Friend?s DOG written by Kenneth Anueyiagu and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-06 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alvin's General Studies teacher Mr Greg loves telling his pupils stories in his lessons. Alvin and John his best friend enjoys Mr Greg's stories. One day, he teaches about pets. Alvin's and his friend's desires to have a dog pet is planted. Alvin's father who is a banker is not as rich as John's father who is a business man. John's father buys him a dog. Alvin's father says no. He does not believe in pets. He thinks his son should focus more in his studies than have an object of distraction. Alvin thinks his father does not love him but his mother has a contrary opinion. She impacts values into her son and her baby girl Gold, Alvin's younger sister. In Mr Greg's class, John and Alvin find a name they think befits John's Alsatian dog, Strelka. Strelka is the name of the historic dog that was the first living creature to move round the earth's orbit 18 times and was recovered alive. Alvin leaves his house without his parents' consent to go play with Strelka. One day, Strelka escapes from her kennel. She gets missing for days. She gets found among stray dogs. She becomes violent and bites Alvin. Alvin runs home and his parents wash his wound with soap and water and drive him to the hospital. He gets anti-rabies vaccination. Strelka is infected with rabies, gets quarantined and dies on the 9th day. John and Alvin cries but John gets another female dog from his father, calls her Strelka still. Not long after, John gets a male dog and calls him Argus after the name of the legendary Odysseus's dog. Strelka and Argus have 5 puppies Alvin call pupniks after President J F Kennedy's pupniks. Alvin is glad to be given one of the puppies and his father does not object.

My Best Friend's Husband

Author : Cassandra Dee
Publisher : Cassandra Dee Romance
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 94 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book My Best Friend's Husband written by Cassandra Dee and published by Cassandra Dee Romance. This book was released on with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jenny’s a sassy, feisty girl who always takes matters into her own hands. She's had a crush on her best friend's husband for ages, but that's the problem: he's Margaret's husband and not hers. Stone has a problem. He adores his late wife, but he's a man with very real needs. Will he seek release in Jenny's arms or will he remain a cold, soulless mountain man for the rest of his days? Hey Readers – I’m known for over the top stories, and this is one of the best! There are ghosts coming back from the beyond, but the alpha male and his curvy girl overcome their challenges with a mix of courage, passion, and intense, all-consuming love. As always, there’s an HEA with no cheating and no cliffhangers. You’ll love it, I promise! Xoxo, Cassie

My Old Dog

Author : Laura T. Coffey
Publisher : New World Library
ISBN 13 : 1608683419
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (86 download)

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Download or read book My Old Dog written by Laura T. Coffey and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2015-09-18 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “No Dog Should Die Alone” was the attention-grabbing — and heart-stirring — headline of journalist Laura T. Coffey’s TODAY show website story about photographer Lori Fusaro’s work with senior shelter pets. While generally calm, easy, and already house-trained, these animals often represent the highest-risk population at shelters. With gorgeous, joyful photographs and sweet, funny, true tales of “old dogs learning new tricks,” Coffey and Fusaro show that adopting a senior can be even more rewarding than choosing a younger dog. You’ll meet endearing elders like Marnie, the irresistible shih tzu who has posed for selfies with Tina Fey, James Franco, and Betty White; Remy, a soulful nine-year-old dog adopted by elderly nuns; George Clooney’s cocker spaniel, Einstein; and Bretagne, the last known surviving search dog from Ground Zero. They may be slower moving and a tad less exuberant than puppies, but these pooches prove that adopting a senior brings immeasurable joy, earnest devotion, and unconditional love.

Man's Best Friend

Author : Luke Warburton
Publisher : Hachette Australia
ISBN 13 : 0733641822
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (336 download)

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Download or read book Man's Best Friend written by Luke Warburton and published by Hachette Australia. This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At 10.30 p.m. on 12 January 2016 Acting Sergeant Luke Warburton thought he was taking his last breath. A decorated New South Wales Police Officer, the father of three was looking death in the face after a bullet pierced his femoral vein. If it wasn't for the fact that it happened in the Emergency Ward of Sydney's Nepean Hospital, Warburton would probably have been dead already. An hour earlier, he'd walked to his police van with his ever-faithful German shepherd, Chuck, trotting alongside. Later, Luke would be awarded the Commissioner's Valour Award for conspicuous merit and exceptional bravery in the line of duty. He would maintain he was just a copper doing his job. So, too, was Chuck, who was nationally recognised for bringing down Australia's most wanted man, Macolm Naden, after a manhunt lasting more than seven years. Man's Best Friend is Luke and Chuck's story. It's the story of a boy who dreamed of one day being a policeman, of his love for dogs and his time at the NSW Police Dog Unit. It's also the story of an ordinary man and his ordinary dog doing extraordinary things in the line of duty.

My best friend's teachings

Author : Adrian Salama
Publisher : Babelcube Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1071528130
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (715 download)

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Download or read book My best friend's teachings written by Adrian Salama and published by Babelcube Inc.. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can we learn from our pets? The answer is in this book [My best friend's teachings] Everything a child can learn from his pet is in this book. It is a book that parents can read to their children and in that way create values and learning that will give them a better life as well as increase their emotional intelligence Foreword (written in the book) In truth, it is a book, creatively and intelligently written by Adrian who, despite his young age (or rather, thanks to his youth), gives us daily experiences combined with profound wisdom thanks to his inexhaustible scientific curiosity and attitudes of help to others. It is a book to be read and reread many times since in each rereading new elements appear that provide us with peace and love in our daily life. Few books can be read today with the fruitfulness with which I enjoyed reading them. The author takes us by the hand in a graceful, light, inviting and simple prose to be more and more successful in our lives.

My Love Affair with German Shepherd Dogs

Author : Pamela J. Brink
Publisher : Archway Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1665713429
Total Pages : 157 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (657 download)

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Download or read book My Love Affair with German Shepherd Dogs written by Pamela J. Brink and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pamela Brink has lived in harmony with German Shepherds since she can remember. She has fiercely loved them and lived with the heartbreak of losing them. In between, she has bred her dogs, trained and showed them in obedience and rally, and guided them to win prizes including a Best in Show. In short, her life has been blessed by the devotion of these marvelous dogs. In a vivid chronicling of her life with her dogs, Brink begins by detailing her early years in the Phillipines where she came to love animals in general, her three-year imprisonment under Japanese guards, and later her life in the United States and Canada as she welcomed German Shepherds into her home and transformed not just their lives, but also her own in the process. While revealing the very different personalities and behaviors of her dogs over the years, Brink also divulges how she eventually became a breeder and trainer who produced beautiful dogs to show professionally. My Love Affair with German Shepherd Dogs chronicles the experiences of a breeder and trainer as she reveals the personalities and behaviors of the beloved animals that touched her life.

Trident K9 Warriors

Author : Mike Ritland
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 1250024978
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Trident K9 Warriors written by Mike Ritland and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2013-04-15 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An insider's account of the world of elite Navy SEAL military canines traces the author's international search for eligible dog combat unit candidates with whom SEAL handlers eventually forged close bonds and saved countless lives.

The Art of Raising a Puppy

Author : Monks of New Skete
Publisher : Little, Brown
ISBN 13 : 0759524378
Total Pages : 383 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (595 download)

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Download or read book The Art of Raising a Puppy written by Monks of New Skete and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2001-05-15 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Monks of New Skete THE ART OF RAISING A PUPPY The authors of the classic guide How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend now tell you everything you need to know about the crucial first months of your puppy's life. From the decision to adopt a pup through the practical steps of choosing the right breed, preparing your home, caring for your new charge, and practicing basic obedience exercises, the Monks of New Skete offer clear, compassionate guidelines for raising a puppy. Renowned for breeding German shepherds, the Monks train their own beautiful dogs, and dogs of any breed, according to a unique program based on understanding canine behavior and enhancing the bond between dog and owner. This communion begins in puppyhood and is based on deep respect and affection. Improper care, poor training, or a lack of attention during the early months can lead to problem behaviors that become increasingly difficult to alter as your dog matures. By learning to gently assert your dominance from the start, you'll build a lasting and loving relationship with your pup. This complete guide, illustrated with more than eighty black-and-white photographs, explains the stages of puppy development, how to communicate with your pup, how to begin a complete training program, and how to deal with common problems like chewing, jumping up, and paper-training. The kind of fulfillment a solid relationship with your pup can bring is demonstrated in the stories of three dogs who have assumed special places in their owners lives. The Art of Raising a Puppy is an essential source of wisdom, information, and inspiration for anyone who loves and cares for a puppy. As a community, the Monks of New Skete have been breeding, raising, and training dogs for more than twenty years. New Skete Monastery is located in Cambridge, New York.

A Girl's Best Friend

Author : Jan Fook
Publisher : Spinifex Press
ISBN 13 : 9781876756109
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (561 download)

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Download or read book A Girl's Best Friend written by Jan Fook and published by Spinifex Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are diamonds really a girl's best friend? We don't think so, and neither will you after a look at this beautifully illustrated book. With contributions about what their dogs mean to them, over eighty women and girls from diverse backgrounds, ages and countries, share their feelings and experiences of living with dogs today. Not just autobiography, but stories, poetry and photographs. Family dogs, lost dogs, terriers to labradors, each one holding a special place in a woman's heart all over the world. This touching collection is a must for every dog lover.

Trust the Dog

Author : Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1101189975
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (11 download)

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Download or read book Trust the Dog written by Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-03-04 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A groundbreaking look at the special bond between guide dogs and those who thrive with their help From a pioneering guide dog organization comes the first book to explore one of the most profound and inspiring relationships between humans and animals. In Trust the Dog, the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation introduces readers to a group of extraordinary people who, thanks to their guide dogs, flourish in a world that assumes the ability to see. Among them are a brother and sister who lost their sight at a very young age and whose dogs essentially helped them grow up, a Serbian girl who fled civil war to find new hope in America, and a newly blind single father determined to keep his family together against all odds. Through their experiences we discover the astonishing teamwork and devotion between people who are blind and their guide dogs, the intelligence and discipline that these animals unfailingly display, and the noble work of the nonprofit organization that for fifty years has been making it all possible. A heartwarming tribute to this unique relationship, Trust the Dog is sure to change how we think about man's best friend, and the possibilities of life without sight.

German Shepherds - Dog Books for Kids

Author : K. Bennett
Publisher : Mendon Cottage Books
ISBN 13 : 1311011064
Total Pages : 27 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (11 download)

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Download or read book German Shepherds - Dog Books for Kids written by K. Bennett and published by Mendon Cottage Books. This book was released on 2015-02-08 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: German Shepherds - Dog Books for Kids Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Conclusion Author Bio Introduction "Money will buy a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail." ― Josh Billings German Shepherds are intelligent, versatile and faithful dogs. They have outstanding characteristics, and excel in almost anything they do. This breed is well known and among the 10 most popular breeds in the U.S. But, what makes them so popular? To begin with, their skills extend beyond the home. They are used in law enforcement, serving with police and even the military. They also help with special needs. For example: With those who are handicapped and require constant attention. However, their skills do not end there. Does the name Rin-Tin-Tin ring a bell? He was quite famous and appeared in many movies and shows. He was so popular he received hundreds of fan letters, sometimes thousands per week! And after the World Trade Center disaster, faithful German shepherd dogs risked their lives to comfort rescue workers and help find those who were missing. German shepherds are also excellent watchdogs. Their alert and often suspicious nature, can serve to protect both you and your family from strangers. However, this aspect of their personality may not appeal to you, if you are looking for a more guest friendly dog. This breed has a high energy level. Originally when this dog was first bred, it was for working purposes. The idea was to help herd flocks, get them into groups and so on. This all day task helped to shape a strong and high energy dog that requires a lot of activities to keep their attention. It is important to take note of this part of their personality. Why? Well, if they do not get the attention they need their boredom (even frustration) will shine through, with lots of barking and chewing. Depending on how loud it gets, it may drive you up the wall! Despite this aspect of their personality, there is no doubt German Shepherds are amazing dogs, and a wonderful asset to any home. And with proper training and loving attention, they will stand by you through thick and thin. Not a bad description to add to the list of… man’s best friend!

Dog's Best Friend

Author : Simon Garfield
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0063052261
Total Pages : 359 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book Dog's Best Friend written by Simon Garfield and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-11-17 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A fascinating, informative and highly entertaining expedition through the highways and byways of dogdom.” —John Bradshaw, New York Times bestselling author of Dog Sense A charming meditation on the relationship between humans and dogs, drawing upon history, science, art, and personal experience to illuminate a magical bond that has endured millennia—from the New York Times bestselling author of Just My Type. “Ludo is now an elderly gentleman, and we would do almost anything to ensure his continued happiness. We schedule our days around his needs—his mealtimes, his walks, the delivery of his life-saving medication (he has epilepsy, poor love). We spend a bizarrely large amount of our disposable income on him, and he never sends a card of thanks. When he’s not with us for a few days, the house feels extraordinarily empty. I feel so fortunate to know him.” Ludo is a dog—Simon Garfield’s beloved black Labrador retriever, one of millions of canines who have become integral parts of our lives. But how did the dog become top dog? How did these faithful animals come to assist us not only in hunting, but in bomb disposal and cancer detection—and ultimately become our closest companions? Dog’s Best Friend examines how this bond developed over the centuries, and how it has transformed countless lives, both human and canine. Garfield begins with the earliest visual representations—dogs depicted in ancient rock art—and ends at the laboratory that first sequenced the canine genome. Along the way, we meet the legendary Corgis of Buckingham Palace, the dogs of the Soviet space program, the world’s first labradoodle, and a border collie that can identify more than a thousand different plush toys. Garfield reveals the secrets of the world’s best dog trainers, takes us inside the wild world of dog breeding and dog shows, and unearths the deep psychological roots of the human-dog link. And Ludo pops his snout in from time to time as well. A celebration of this deep interspecies connection, delivered with Simon Garfield’s inimitable wit, Dog’s Best Friend offers delights and insights for anyone who has ever loved a dog.