Truffle: A Dog (and Cat) Story 
By David McPhail

Inspired by a real dog who doesn’t exactly care for cats, Truffle is a charming children’s storybook that highlights the value of friendship, accepting others, and personal growth. Through Truffle’s daily adventures, he discovers cats aren’t as bad as they seem, and that change can be a good thing. An entirely winning read for the littles in your life. 

 

Murder is a Piece of Cake
By Valerie Burns

Social media influencer Maddy Montgomery is adjusting to her new life after moving to small-town Michigan to run her aunt’s bakery and take care of a gigantic, 250-pound English Mastiff. Her struggles get a whole lot more serious when a rival bakery owner turns up dead. With the help of her new boyfriend and a quirky group of regulars, Mandy must endeavour to expose the murderer or find herself framed. This fun culinary cozy mystery is the perfect beach read!

 

Dogs Demystified: An A-Z Guide to All Things Canine
By Dr. Mark Bekoff

Have you ever wondered why your dog gets the zoomies or what is behind dog-pack behaviour? Dr. Marc Bekoff has compiled an engaging encyclopedic reference book that covers everything you could ever want to know. Covering care, dog-human relationships, and canine behaviour and cognition, it will help you better understand your dog.

 

Beyond Dog Massage
By Jim Masterson with Robin Robinett, DVM

An expert guide, Beyond Dog Massage outlines Jim Masterson’s breakthrough method of canine massage via step-by-step instructions, photos, and detailed illustrations. This interactive approach to animal bodywork uses your dog’s responses to touch, to find and release tension in areas of the body, improving movement, longevity, and comfort. A wonderful instructional guide to deepening your connection and improving your dog’s quality of life! 

 

The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behaviour Handbook
By Linda Michaels

Dog psychologist and positive dog training innovator Linda Michaels has put together a fantastic handbook providing science-based advice addressing common dog training issues. From basic skills to separation anxiety and aggression issues, this handbook covers it all! A must-have resource for dog lovers.

 

This article originally appeared in the award-winning Modern Dog magazine. Subscribe today!