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From the bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Dogs and The Tribe of Tiger comes a groundbreaking work on canine consciousness and how dogs become family Moving from Virginia to New Hampshire is a change not only for Elizabeth Marshall Thomas and her husband, but also for their three elderly dogs. A classically trained anthropologist, Thomas observes the way in which Suessi, Fatima, and Inookshook acclimate to a new house and new adventure....

Describes training for companion dogs and therapeutic dogs, including some dogs which have performed heroic rescues.

A witty, insightful, and affectionate examination of how and why we spend billions on our pets, and what this tells us about ourselves.

Describes the special relationship that exists between children and their pet dogs all around the world.

Explains how to train your puppy and shows you several training methods for a polite and well mannered dog. Whether you have an infant, toddler, or school age child and are thinking about getting a puppy, or have a beloved pet and are planning to start a family, this is a useful guide for those who want a safe, sane and happy household.