Connie’s Book Club – Fall/Winter 2024/25

My Three Dogs

By W. Bruce Cameron

Fans of W. Bruce Cameron will devour his newest dog adventure novel. Riggs the Australian Shepherd, Archie the doodle, and Luna the Jack Russell are best friends and fur siblings, until a tragic accident leaves them without their human and threatens to tear them apart. They are put up for adoption separately, but Riggs is determined to keep his pack together. A powerful story of determination, instinct, family, and love.

Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog

By Zazie Todd

In Bark!, certified dog trainer and animal behaviourist Zazie Todd provides practical solutions for anxious, fearful, or reactive behaviours through positive reinforcement. Unpacking the latest canine science, she provides expert advice to help dog parents work through problem behaviours by addressing the root cause of their dogs’ fears. A must-read for anyone struggling with these behaviours.

Remember Me As Sunshine

By Jacqueline Lemieux-Bokor

“You brushed me, bathed me, and tried to get me to smile for photos. What you didn’t realize is that I was smiling all the time.”—Remember Me As Sunshine

This lovely pet sympathy book features a collection of moving poems matched to classic dog portraits and includes space to personalize with a photo, your dog’s name, and handwritten notes. A wonderful way to memorialize a beloved canine.

Henri and the Magnificent Snort

By Samantha Child; Illustrated by Hannah Farr

When Henri the French Bulldog and his family embarks on a new adventure, Henri encounters bullying for the first time. But with the help of his mom and canine friends, he learns the importance of kindness, respect, and self-confidence. An adorable and heartwarming children’s book about bullying, belonging, and love!

Familiaris

By David Wroblewski

This stirring follow-up to Wroblewski’s #1 New York Times bestselling The Story of Edgar Sawtelle details the origins of the Sawtelle family and their remarkable dogs. Beginning in the spring of 1919 as John and Mary start their life as newlyweds, this epic story takes readers on a mysterious, heartfelt journey that beautifully examines the relationship between humans and canines.

Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs

By Katherine Carver

Photographer Katherine Carver’s stunning new book showcases her incredible decade-long photography project chronicling the “before and after” of rescue dogs who found loving forever homes. A moving testament to the power of pet adoption.