I received this book from Netgalley/the publisher in exchange of an honest review.

I am a big big dog lover, so when I saw this adorable looking book up on Netgalley I just had to have it!

Before I got Coco last year I was already a dog lover but I have to say it has gone up even more + I am even more eager to learn more about dogs than before. I love that I got even more dedicated to learning about dogs. So I was definitely curious about this fun-looking book, would I see my own dog in there (she is a Cavalier King Charlies Spaniel in black/tan)? Would I learn new facts about dogs?

I love that the book immediately starts with how to be friends with dogs and how to approach them if you see one. This is definitely something that should be more noted in other books. My hubby and I often come across kids while walking Coco and some do know how to approach them, but others don’t. Some just run towards her, or want to play immediately. My hubby and I try to tell them how they should do it, but I think having this information in books + as an education thing would also be great!

From there on the book starts on all things you may want to know about dogs. From puppies and all they do (and yes, they have sharp teeth, my hubby and I were so happy when Coco got her adult teeth as they are way less sharp). Which btw made me kinda miss those days when we first had Coco. She was so TINY! Yes, sharp and pointy, but also so cute! She used to fit perfectly in the nooks of our arms, these days not so much, haha.

Next to cute puppies we get information on some bigger and smaller dogs and fluffy and not so fluffy dogs, we learn about communication (from tails to barking to how to handle/care for dogs), dogs with jobs, fun sports (I still want to try agility or tracking when Coco is old enough as she seems to have an interest in both), and there is so much more! Oh boy! I had so much fun reading it and I love that it is not section x and then section y, instead you get a bit of everything mixed together matching a theme. It just makes it more interesting and I was able to hold my attention (dang ADHD) better.

Oh, and people don’t just put clothes on dogs because they are tiny and cute, some dogs also need coats and sweaters. I am writing this in January and it is winter here. Coco is visibly shaking when it gets too cold inside/refuses to go out otherwise. Yes, it is also cute, but it is also done so she isn’t cold!

And I am delighted to see a Cavalier King Charles in there! It was a short meeting and not the right colour, but I will take it!

I loved the combination of adorable photographs (most of the book) with illustrations (like the parts on how to handle a dog).

All in all, do you want a fun book to read about dogs? Be sure to check this one out. Perfect for kids and adults!