Your Dog and You

beautifully illustrated with colour photos (by Tom Walters) and makes an ideal gift for all dog owners ... fascinating. Driving with Dogs It is a fascinating and very easy to read book and many of the comparisons between what we need as people and what we need to give our dogs are revealing. Lost and Fond and Winnie's Blog I found Your dog and you...: Understanding the canine psyche to be an extremely useful read and highly recommend it to anyone who lives with a dog(s) or is thinking about sharing their home with one or more of these wonderful and sensitive beings. The combination of scientific data, numerous case studies and stories, and exceptional photographs make this book a most valuable addition to one's library. And, because of how it is organized and how the material is carefully presented, it's easy to go back to it time and time again to refresh our own memory about what we need to do to insure that dogs feel comfortable with us and how this feeling of peace and safety helps the beings at both ends of the leash. Psychology Today Exceptionally well written, organized, and presented, "Your Dog And You" is a "must" for dog owners seeking to understand the behavior and improve communication with their canine companions. Informed and informative, thoroughly 'reader friendly' from beginning to end, "Your Dog And You" is profusely illustrated and highly recommended Midwest Book Review Garratt's sharply etched guidebook is beautifully complemented by Tom Walters' photos, each of which captures the engaging texture of the subject. "Your Dog and You" is a philosophical wake-up call that should prompt the owner to slowly cement strong, cohesive building blocks with Fido even in a dizzying and demanding lifestyle to which most of us are accustomed. Seattle Kennel Club well worth reading, not only by experienced dog owners ... but also for those merely considering taking on a canine friend since it will, without doubt, set them on the right road to becoming successful competent dog owners. Trevor Turner I learned a lot from this book and that is speaking as someone who has been qualified as a veterinary surgeon for approaching sixty years! ... well worth reading. Kennel and Cattery Management [Gill Garratt's] concise, informative guide to positive rapport between [humans and dogs] will revolutionize modern canine education ... a thought-provoking read. Geelong Obedience Dog Club a most enjoyable read for anyone who loves dogs, but particularly for those who would like to explore the theory, and have better understanding, of the interaction between people and dogs. Veterinary Record