"Chock full of practical advice on both behavior and health. Anyone who is getting their first dog should read this informative book." -Temple Grandin, Author of Animals in Translation and Animals Make us Human "What a great reference to have on hand! YOUR DOG is such a blessing to all of us dog lovers everywhere. Good advice from someone we can trust." -Betty White, award-winning actress "This book has every type of pet parent tip a dog owner needs. The only thing Marty forgot was to remind people to always be nice to your doggies because they have seen you naked." -Joy Behar, host of The Joy Behar Show and co-host of The View "Dr. Marty Becker packs thirty-plus years of veterinary experience and a lifelong love of dogs into an easy-to-read guide to the joys and responsibilities of being the owner your pet deserves." -Robin Ganzert, PhD, President and CEO, American Humane Association "Loaded with practical, useful information
including how to choose a canine companion from a shelter, rescue group, or reputable breeder while avoiding puppy mills
Dr. Marty Becker's new book is a must read." -Dr. Steven Hansen, Chief Operating Officer, ASPCA "I've had dogs my whole life, and didn't realize there was so much more to know about them! I learned some new tricks from Marty that I can't wait to try on my tail-waggers . . . a complete dog-care book no canine-lover should be without!" -Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus, Columbus Zoo, and host of Into the Wild "An easy and fun read . . . We all want a happy dog that is easy to live with. Dr. Marty Becker does a great job shedding light on the foundation necessary to enjoy life with a dog as a part of the family." -Tamar Geller, Author of The Loved Dog, Founder of Operation Heroes & Hounds "A must-have book for any dog-lover. It provides current facts with helpful recommendations for loving and living with our dogs through their lifespan." -Rebecca Johnson, PhD, RN, FAAN, Director, Research Center for Human Animal Interaction, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri