How to Talk to Your Dog (Talk to Your Pets)

If you don't already have a dog, this book will make you want to get one! I wish I'd had this book when I was a dog-owning youngster. It is really terrific. Very entertaining to read, and gives so much insight. Highly recommended for both children and adults. A keeper!

I ordered this book on the recommendation of another adult, and enjoyed it thoroughly. It ought to be handed out by animal shelters and breeders whenever a dog is adopted by a family with children.

Did you know that dogs don't just use their voice to communicate, but also their eyes, nose, tail, ears and even body position? Jean Craighead George has written a charming and humorous book that will not only help you understand your dog, but help you "talk" right back to him. As she explains on page one, "No one will ever love you as much as your dog does". He will be your friend for life, so why not speak his own language. Ms George's easy to read and informative text coupled with Sue Truesdell's delightful illustrations will make you a canine communicator in no time. This is the perfect book your whole family can enjoy together and a must read if you have or are planning on getting a dog. So find out what you dog is really telling you...and talk back!

Calling upon her knowledge of wolf behavior and animal language, prestigious author Jean Craighead George explains to her readers "how to talk to your dog." The renowned author of such children's classics as Julie of the Wolves and My Side of the Mountain, Ms. George does an excellent job with her latest book. In my opinion, this is the only book any dog owner will ever need. Forget training manuals and harsh canine ideals, and get this book. Teaching owners how to express dominance, love, and companionship, the book not only educates one about canine language, it also strengthens the bond between dogs and their two-legged alphas, with loving, informative text and friendly pictures featuring the author herself.

Honestly, this book is for anyone, I found it just as interesting as my child did... The illustrations are very humurous and cute and the concepts are realy intriguing and funny. My daughter goes around the house talking, sniffing, and barking at our dog, and they both seem to enjoy themselves tremendously. This book is a definate must buy if you enjoy silly things to do with your children.