Traces the story of ten surrendered canines that were adopted and trained by renowned circus performer Luciano Anastasini, who helped them to develop their respective talents as proud and happy circus dogs.

"People who love dogs often talk about a 'lifetime' dog. I'd heard the phrase a dozen times before I came to recognize its significance. Lifetime dogs are dogs we love in especially powerful, sometimes inexplicable ways." Author Katz tells the story of his lifetime dog, Orson: a beautiful border collie--intense, smart, crazy, and unforgettable. From the moment Katz and Orson meet, their relationship is deep, stormy, and loving. Two years old, Katz's...

While on a camping trip, Ted Kerasote met a dog--a Labrador mix--who was living on his own in the wild. They became attached to each other, and Kerasote decided to name the dog Merle and bring him home. There, he realized that Merle's native intelligence would be diminished by living exclusively in the human world. He put a dog door in his house so Merle could live both outside and in. This portrait of a remarkable dog and his relationship with the...

"Describes behavioral characteristics of wild and domestic dogs. Helps readers decide if a pet dog is right for them, and gives suggestions on caring for a pet dog"--Provided by publisher.

In this ultimate etiquette book for dogs, master trainers tell how to make your dog a model citizen in every situation: getting rowdy, greeting dogs, making mischief, and hogging the couch. Shows how to help dogs behave in specific situations and places: in parks, on the road, in the air, and when visiting friends.

Describes and illustrates Woodhouse's techniques for teaching dogs obedience.

McConnell reviews human behavior from a dog's perspective to give dog owners a better chance of communicating with their pets.

"The celebrity dog trainer and Emmy-winning star of the CBS show Lucky Dog shares his training system to transform any dog--from spoiled purebred puppy to shelter-shocked rescue--into a model companion in just seven days, "--Amazon.com.

A tribute to the bond between dogs and their owners pairs photographs with inspirational text that imparts the lessons and insights the authors have gained over decades of living with and training dogs.

"This early encyclopedia introduces readers to many dog breeds. From tiny to huge and hairless to full of hair, each breed is special in its own way. This book highlights each dog's appearance and behavior. It also features a map of the breed's place of origin. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Early Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division...