How to Talk to Your Dog - Softcover

George, Jean Craighead

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0060006234 ISBN 13: 9780060006235

Publisher: HarperCollins, 2003

Synopsis

Find out what your dog is really saying -- and talk back!

Jean Craighead George, Newbery Medal -- winning author of over 80 books about nature and animals, demonstrates in words and photos how to communicate with your best friend.

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Review:

Dog talk is not merely whimpers, growls, sniffs, barks, and howls. According to award-winning author Jean Craighead George, it's in the tail ("the flag of feelings") and ear twists, too. In this irresistible picture book, you'll learn how to speak to your dog in his or her own language. Sniff his nose to say hello, for example. (You don't have to lick back, even though it would please him.) While you'll never be a match for your dog in the sniffing department, you can look deeply into his eyes or you can whimper to show you care. Don't growl or bark, however. ("Although it's fun, it is not very rewarding to bark at your dog. He doesn't understand your bad accent and may twist his head and look at you in confusion.")

Sue Truesdell's splendidly doggish illustrations interact with photos of Jean Craighead George herself--a woman who has been around dogs her whole life. Dog lovers of all ages will run in circles for this loving, funny celebration of the human-canine relationship. For those who prefer cats, investigate the companion title, How to Talk to Your Cat. (Ages 7 to 107)

From the Back Cover:

FIND OUT WHAT YOUR DOG IS REALLY SAYING -- AND TALK BACK!

How do you say hello and good-bye in dog talk? Most importantly, how do you tell your dog that you're the boss and have him adore you? Learn what different tail positions and facial expressions mean -- and much more!

About this edition

• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0060006234
• ISBN 13: 9780060006235
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 26
• Illustrator: Truesdell Sue