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In 2006, Kate MacDougall was working a safe but dull job at the venerable auction house Sotheby’s in London. After a clumsy accident nearly destroyed a precious piece of art, she quit Sotheby’s and set up her own dog-walking company. Kate knew little about dogs and nothing about business, and no one thought being a professional dog walker was a good use of her university degree. Nevertheless, Kate embarked upon an entirely new and very much improvised career walking some of the city’s many pampered pooches, branding her company "London's Number One Dog Walking Agency".

An incredible, revolutionary true story, How Stella Learned to Talk is also a surprisingly simple guide to teaching your dog to talk from speech-language pathologist Christina Hunger, who has taught her dog, Stella, to communicate using simple paw-sized buttons associated with different words.

GET TO KNOW YOUR DOG. Renowned expert dog trainer and bestselling author of Lucky Dog Lessons Brandon McMillan unpacks the unique and often misunderstood 15,000-year evolutionary history governing a dog’s every move.

The author of the heartwarming Craig and Fred tells the deeply emotional and inspiring story of the next phase of their lives together: working closely with prison inmates in Maine who raise and train puppies to become service dogs. Second Chances poignantly shows that no life is irredeemable and that each of us can make a difference if given the opportunity.

The Forever Dog gives us the practical, proven tools to protect our loyal four-legged companions. Rodney Habib and Karen Becker, DVM, globetrotted (pre-pandemic) to galvanize the best wisdom from top geneticists, microbiologists, and longevity researchers; they also interviewed people whose dogs have lived into their 20s and even 30s. The result is this unprecedented and comprehensive guide, filled with surprising information, invaluable advice, and inspiring stories about dogs and the people who love them.

Lyndsey Uglow has endured and overcome mental health challenges and much personal pain, including her young son’s battle with leukaemia. Lyndsey knows only too well the emotional rollercoaster experienced by parents supporting their children through critical illness, but she also knows just how much the company of dogs can alleviate just some of their worry and pain. The healing bond with dogs that helped her, she now shares with others - in the shape of a dynasty of exceptional golden retrievers, including the incredible Leo.

The Yorkipoo may be small, but don’t let that fool you. This pint-sized pooch packs a punch in the personality department. A cross between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Miniature Poodle, the Yorkipoo is intelligent, affectionate, playful and gentle – an excellent companion for all! Perfect for apartment living or expansive country life, these dogs can adapt to live just about anywhere as long as they have a warm place to call home and a loving companion.

Everyone wants a well-behaved dog at home, but most people do not know where to begin the training. In The Ultimate Dog Training Handbook, I break down to you where to begin your training, the most effective training methods, training dogs with special needs, and much much more. I have proven these methods to work myself, and I'm excited to finally share them with you so that you can reap the rewards of having a stronger relationship with your dog.

The Complete Guide to Basset Hounds is a treasure trove of information about this distinctive breed of hound dog. Everything you need to help ensure that your friendly basset hound pup develops into a well-behaved, healthy, and confident canine companion can be heard in this audiobook. From your first search for a breeder to your precious pooch’s senior years, the indispensable knowledge compiled within will have you listening to this extensive guidebook over and over again. This comprehensive book covers nearly every aspect of raising a basset hound.

The Complete Guide to Bernese Mountain Dogs, by dog trainer and journalist Andrea Berman, is a comprehensive guidebook that delves into the temperament, health, and history of these sturdy and adaptable animals. In this audiobook, pet parents like you will find the tools to handle every stage of a Bernese mountain dog’s life, from the first few days at home to senior years.

How well do you know your dog? Do you know how to understand what they’re telling you? How about when something is wrong and needs your attention? Your dog could have issues brewing that you can help with if you realize that they exist. You can learn to recognize and resolve issues to build a better relationship with your dog and give them what they need.

You don’t need a training certificate or a vet diploma to make sure your pet is properly trained, happy, and healthy. Interacting with your dog is a two-directional process. If you are observant enough, you will know what needs to be done in each situation.

There’s life...and then...there’s holiday life...and then...there’s holiday life when you’ve got time to think about it after retirement. And for this retired guy, that means it’s all about his dogs, his childhood memories and the memories he’s created throughout the years with his family. Welcome to the first holiday essay collection by Everett Kunzelman, the second book in his series - Humorous Essays on Life After Retirement.

Fully Staffed begins in 1980 with the story of Spike, aka Mr. Wigs, a beautiful Golden Labrador who melts the hearts of everyone he meets, and breaks the hearts of the ones he leaves behind. As a puppy, he surprises all the vets by surviving a life-threatening disease, and goes on to enjoy a long, happy and healthy life. Several years later we meet Spike, then Jake - both Staffordshire Bull Terriers, but totally different in every way. Spike is the bruiser, while Jake is the social butterfly.

Whether you’re an experienced Tibetan mastiff owner or you’re considering bringing the powerful breed into your home, this guidebook will give you the necessary knowledge and skills to be the best pet parent possible. Created by best-selling author and dog trainer Tarah Schwartz, The Complete Guide to Tibetan Mastiffs includes tips and advice from some of the top breeders and experts in the world.

Volume one took an overarching look at the biggest, most common mistakes owners make, and broke them down in a simple, clear, straightforward fashion that was easy to understand and led many to begin to re-examine, reset, and ultimately create far fuller and more enjoyable lives with their dogs. Volume two continues this journey of examining ourselves and our dogs but dives even deeper into the concepts that made volume one so helpful.

The Shar-Pei is an intelligent and self-assured breed of dog that was developed over 2,000 years ago, somewhere in ancient China. Shar-Pei were employed as exemplary guardians. Guinness World Records declared Shar-Pei the world’s rarest breed in 1978, but the dogs’ stoic and devoted nature has earned them an equally devoted following.

In 2015, I was on a downward spiral into depression, hardship, and exhaustion. I had moved 100 miles with my two young babies and my elderly dog to try and start over. Times were grim, and supporting my young family was proving difficult. Fast forward to present day, and I now run a superbly special dog-walking business.

The Sheepadoodle is a mixed-breed dog, a hybrid of the Old English Sheepdog and the Standard Poodle. While this mix was originally developed in the 1960s as a military dog, it wasn’t until the early 2000s that the dogs gained popularity with the mainstream public. Most Sheepadoodles inherit the sturdy build and fun-loving, goofball temperament from their Old English Sheepdog side, and their exceptional intelligence, easier-to-care-for coat, and desire to be the center of attention from their Poodle side.

Being attuned to your dog’s needs will bring you a long way in fixing their behavior. You can find out what is causing your dog to act up and resolve this in a more constructive way that sets them up to behave better in the future. By putting in a bit of effort today, you will have years of effortless dog rearing, spending less time on discipline and more time on bonding with your dog instead.