#hardcover #americangirl #fiction #cute #bookforgirls #dog #dogbook 

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Colorado

Life Lessons from a Girl's Best Friend

Coconut's Guide to Life

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#hardcover #nonfiction #perfectpuppy #dog #cesarmillan #dogwhisperer

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

New Jersey

Through Puppyhood and Beyond

From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel'sDog Whisperer, the only resource you’ll need for raising a happy, healthy dog.

For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their lives–as well as those who have already brought a dog home–Cesar Millan, the preeminent dog behavior expert, says, "Yes, youcanraise the perfect dog!" It all starts with the proper foundation in the early years. Here, Cesar tells you everything you need to know to create the best environment for a well-balanced dog in order to avoid behavior issues in the future, and shows you how to correct the most common behavior issues for young dogs.

Based on Cesar’s own detailed experiences raising individual puppies from some of the most popular breeds,How to Raise the Perfect Dogis like having Cesar right beside you, as your own personal expert, coaching you and your dog from the first day of your life together.

Packed with new information aimed specifically at the particular needs of puppies and adolescents, and written in Cesar's friendly, accessible style,How to Raise the Perfect Doganswers all the most commonly asked questions and guides you towards a loving, satisfying life-long relationship with your best friend.

#1New York Timesbestselling author, Cesar Millan shows you how to raise the perfect dog and prevent behavior issues before they start, including:
" what to expect from each stage of your puppy's development
" quick and easy housebreaking
" the essentials of proper nutrition
" the importance of vaccinating–and of not over-vaccinating
" creating perfect obedience from day one through rules, boundaries, and calm-assertive leadership
" how to avoid the most common mistakes owners make raising puppies and young dogs
" how to correct any issuebeforeit becomes a problem
" unique exercises and play to bring out the best in every breed

How to Raise the Perfect Dog

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Ohio

A troubled teen. A rescued Rottweiler. An unlikely friendship.



Jimmer "JD" Dobbs is back in town after spending the summer "upstate." No one believes his story about visiting his aunt, and it's pretty clear that he has something to hide. It's also pretty clear that his mom made a new friend while he was away---a rescued Rottweiler that JD immediately renames Johnny Rotten (yes, after that guy in the Sex Pistols). Both tough but damaged, JD and Johnny slowly learn to trust each other, but their newfound bond is threatened by a treacherous friend and one snap of Johnny's powerful jaws. As the secrets JD has tried so hard to keep under wraps start to unravel, he suddenly has something much bigger to worry about: saving his dog.

Rotten

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#hardcover #fiction #touching #dog #humor #animals 

Michigan

Impulsively buying a puppy on the Internet after heartbrokenly watching the love of her life marry another, Van is dismayed when her purchase produces a 100-pound German Shepherd whose unlikely friendship introduces her to a ruggedly handsome veterinarian. A first novel. 35,000 first printing.

Stay

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Louisiana

Images of Life Celebrations

A visual treat for all lovers of canines A great, positive, up-beat gift book Lots of lovable photos of dogs and children Who can resist adorable children and cute puppies? This book is full of fabulous photos of them! Here is the ultimate gift book for the canine lover, or anyone who loves wholesome fun. Included are several heart warming short stories about puppies and dogs, highlighted with irresistible photos of cute, cuddly dogs and wonderful children.

Joyous Gift of Puppy Love

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#hardcover #fiction #andycarpenterseries #andycarpenter #dog #murdermystery #mystery #davidrosenfelt

Missing a flight while racing to help a friend of Sam Willis, who suddenly dies in a plane crash, Andy Carpenter realizes that Sam was also an intended victim of the crash. By the Edgar Award-nominated author of Leader of the Pack. 40,000 first printing.

Unleashed

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bundle of 2 books, one paperback and one hardback 

Oregon

After a class trip to a floating zoo where animals are mistreated and Savannah's missing pet monkey is found in a cage, Long Island sixth-grader Griffin Bing and his band of misfits plan a rescue.

Zoobreak & No Dead Dogs bundle 

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#paperback #fiction #TheChocolateLab #Scholastic #4Grade #EasyReader #EricLooper #dog #Children’s box 122

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Texas

If Mason and Hannah can win first prize at the annual Chocolate Expo, they may be able to save their parents' shop. When Cocoa, the candy-crazy Labrador enters the kitchen, the children may have more trouble than they can handle.

The Chocolate Lab

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#hardcover #nonfiction #animals #marley #dog #pregnancy #marriage #pets #bad-dog

Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog

The heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. Now with photos and new material.

Is it possible for humans to discover the key to happiness through a bigger-than-life, bad-boy dog? Just ask the Grogans.

John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with not a care in the world. Then they brought home Marley, a wiggly yellow furball of a puppy. Life would never be the same.

Marley grew into a barreling, ninety-seven-pound streamroller of a Labrador retriever. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, and stole women's undergarments. Obedience school did no good -- Marley was expelled.

But just as Marley joyfully refused any limits on his behavior, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. Marley remained a model of devotion, even when his family was at its wit's end. Unconditional love, they would learn, comes in many forms.

Marley & Me is John Grogan's funny, unforgettable tribute to this wonderful, wildly neurotic Lab and the meaning he brought to their lives.

Marley and Me

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California

When Petey the puppy decides that he wants a boy for Christmas, he discovers that he must go out and find one on his own.

The Puppy Who Wanted a Boy

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#paperback #theparticularsofpeter #dog #kellyconaboy

Georgia

Dance Lessons, DNA Tests, and Other Excuses to Hang Out with My Perfect Dog

From one of the Internet's most original voices, an utterly charming, big-hearted, and witty (Jami Attenberg) journey through the odd corners of obsessive dog ownership and the author's own infatuation with her perfect dog Peter, now in paperback. The author met Peter in the spring of 2017. He -- calm, puppy-eyed, with the heart of a poet and the soul of, also, a poet -- came to her first as a foster. He was unable to stay with his previously assigned foster for reasons that are none of your business, but which we will tell you were related to frequent urination. The rescue needed someone free of the sort of responsibilities that would force her to regularly leave the house for either work or socializing, and a writer was the natural choice. Thus began a love story for the ages. The Particulars of Peter is a funny exploration of the joy found in loving a dog so much it makes you feel like you're going to combust, and the author's potentially codependent relationship with her own sweet dog, Peter. Readers will follow Peter and his owner to Woofstock, the largest outdoor festival for dogs in North America, and accompany them to lessons in Canine Freestyle, a sport where dogs perform a routine set to music, creating the illusion that they're dancing with their owners. From learning about Peter's DNA, to seeing if dogs can sense the presence of ghosts, The Particulars of Peter will give readers a smart, entertaining respite from the harsh world of humans into the funny little world of dogs. Readers will accompany this lovable duo through exciting trips, lessons, quiet moments of connection, and probably a failure or two. By fusing memoir and infotainment, The Particulars of Peter promises to refresh the perennially popular dog lit category in a scrumptiously bighearted barnstormer of a book.

The Particulars of Peter

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#hardcover #weeklyreader #livingbook #dogs #classic #picturebook #kids #children #childrens #dog 

Benjy's Boat Trip

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South Carolina

(or What You Can Learn from a Dog)

When a big, lovable, does-it-her-way dog wiggles her way into the heart of a loudmouth pipsqueak of a boy, wonderful things happen that help him become a bigger, better person. With its diverse cast, authentic narrator, and perfect blend of spot-on middle-grade humor, drama, and wisdom, this powerful debut is relatable, funny, bittersweet, and full of heart.

When a big, lovable, does-it-her-way dog wiggles her way into the heart of a loudmouth pipsqueak of a boy, wonderful things happen that help him become a bigger, better person. With its diverse cast, authentic narrator, and perfect blend of spot-on middle-grade humor, drama, and wisdom, this powerful debut is relatable, funny, bittersweet, and full of heart.

Timminy knows that moving to a new town just in time to start middle school when you are perfect bully bait is less than ideal. But he gets a great consolation prize in Maxi-a gentle giant of a dog who the family quickly discovers is deaf. Timminy is determined to do all he can to help Maxi-after all, his parents didn't return him because he was a runt. But when the going gets rough for Timminy, who spends a little too much time getting shoved into lockers at school, Maxi ends up being the one to help him-along with their neighbor, Abby, who doesn't let her blindness define her and bristles at Timminy's "poor-me" attitude. It turns out there's more to everyone than what's on the surface, whether it comes to Abby, Maxi, or even Timminy himself.

Maxi's Secrets

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Illinois

Born mute, speaking only in sign, Edgar Sawtelle leads an idyllic life with his parents on their farm in remote northern Wisconsin. For generations, the Sawtelles have raised and trained a fictional breed of dog whose thoughtful companionship is epitomized by Almondine, Edgar's lifelong friend and ally. But with the unexpected return of Claude, Edgar's paternal uncle, turmoil consumes the Sawtelles' once peaceful home. When Edgar's father dies suddenly, Claude insinuates himself into the life of the farm—and into Edgar's mother's affections. Grief-stricken and bewildered, Edgar tries to prove Claude played a role in his father's death, but his plan backfires—spectacularly. Forced to flee into the vast wilderness lying beyond the farm, Edgar comes of age in the wild, fighting for his survival and that of the three yearling dogs who follow him. But his need to face his father's murderer and his devotion to the Sawtelle dogs turn Edgar ever homeward. David Wroblewski is a master storyteller, and his breathtaking scenes—the elemental north woods, the sweep of seasons, an iconic American barn, a fateful vision rendered in the falling rain—create a riveting family saga, a brilliant exploration of the limits of language, and a compulsively readable modern classic.

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle

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Harry and the Lady Next Door 

Never read.  A bit of dust.  #dogs #dog #cloning #dogstory #rescue

The Uncanny Inside Story of Cloning Man's Best Friend

What Stiff did for the dead and Fast Food Nation did for the burger, Dog, Inc. does for the stranger-than-fiction world of commercial dog cloning.

It all began with a pit bull named Booger. Former Miss Wyoming Bernann McKinney was so distraught over the death of her dog, whom she regarded as her guardian and savior, that she paid $50,000 to RNL Bio for the chance to bring her beloved companion back to life. The result were five new Boogers-the first successful commercial cloning of a canine- delivered in 2008, along with a slew of compelling questions about the boundaries of science, commerce, and ethics. Blending shocking investigative reporting with colorful anecdotes, Pulitzer Prize-winning John Woestendiek takes readers behind the scenes of this emerging industry.

But Dog, Inc. isn't just a book about pets. Nor is it just a book about science. Rather it's a fascinating look at how our emotional needs are bending the reaches of science and technology, as well as a study of this uncharted territory. With our pet obsession climbing to new heights and our scientific abilities even more so, this combination raises a serious concern: Are we crossing the boundary of controlling science in the name of science, in the name of love, in the name of merchandising-or a blend of all three?

Dog, Inc.

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New York

This Is the Collie

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Wisconsin

Thunder Dog

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

A Memoir

A Washington Post Book World Best Book of the Year Winner of the Israel Fishman-Stonewall Book Award for Nonfiction "Tender and amusing. . . . Doty brilliantly captures the qualities that make dogs endearing." -- The New Yorker When Mark Doty decides to adopt a dog as a companion for his dying partner, he brings home Beau, a large, malnourished golden retriever in need of loving care. Joining Arden, the black retriever, to complete their family, Beau bounds back into life. Before long, the two dogs become Doty's intimate companions, and eventually the very life force that keeps him from abandoning all hope during the darkest days. Dog Years is a poignant, intimate memoir interwoven with profound reflections on our feelings for animals and the lessons they teach us about living, love, and loss.

*LIKE NEW* Dog Years

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#paperback #puppies #childrens #dog #fiction 

Pick of the Litter

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#paperback #autism #dog #truestory #nonfiction #afriendlikehenry #nulagardner 

Iowa

The Remarkable True Story of an Autistic Boy and the Dog That Unlocked His World

"This touching story is an emotional rollercoaster."--Book Review

The New York Timesbestselling story of a boy, his dog, and the love that changed their lives forever.

When Jamie and Nuala Gardner chose a puppy for their son, Dale, they weren't an ordinary family choosing an ordinary pet. Dale was on the autism spectrum and his parents were desperate to support him--after being shuttled between ineffective, even callous healthcare professionals, they would try anything to support their son. As a nonverbal child Dale fought to be understood, and his parents would do anything to help their son process the world around him and break out of his own mind.

But after years of constant effort and slow progress, the Gardners' lives were transformed when they welcomed a new member into the family, Henry, a gorgeous golden retriever puppy. The old adage is true: good things do come in small packages. One small puppy and the bond he formed with Dale would change the whole family's lives...

An inspirational feel-good book about family, mental health, and empathy, A Friend Like Henryis perfect for readers of Marley and Me, Until Tuesday, and The Reason I Jump.

Praise for A Friend Like Henry:

"Emotionally charged, this is a story that raises powerful issues in a deeply personal and insightful manner."--Irish Examiner

"The incredible story of a family with an autistic son, Dale, who conquers his disability thanks to the special bond he forms with Henry, a golden retriever puppy ... This is a fascinating and inspiring real-life account."--Woman & Home

A Friend Like Henry

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A Novel

"Separation Anxiety is a hilarious, heart-breaking and thought-provoking portrait of a difficult marriage, as fierce as it is funny.... My advice: Start reading and don't stop until you get to the last page of this wise and wonderful novel." --Alice Hoffman From bestselling author Laura Zigman, a hilarious novel about a wife and mother whose life is unraveling and the well-intentioned but increasingly disastrous steps she takes to course-correct her relationships, her career, and her belief in herself Judy never intended to start wearing the dog. But when she stumbled across her son Teddy's old baby sling during a halfhearted basement cleaning, something in her snapped. So: the dog went into the sling, Judy felt connected to another living being, and she's repeated the process every day since. Life hasn't gone according to Judy's plan. Her career as a children's book author offered a glimpse of success before taking an embarrassing nose dive. Teddy, now a teenager, treats her with some combination of mortification and indifference. Her best friend is dying. And her husband, Gary, has become a pot-addled professional "snackologist" who she can't afford to divorce. On top of it all, she has a painfully ironic job writing articles for a self-help website--a poor fit for someone seemingly incapable of helping herself. Wickedly funny and surprisingly tender, Separation Anxiety offers a frank portrait of middle-aged limbo, examining the ebb and flow of life's most important relationships. Tapping into the insecurities and anxieties that most of us keep under wraps, and with a voice that is at once gleefully irreverent and genuinely touching, Laura Zigman has crafted a new classic for anyone taking fumbling steps toward happiness.

Elizabeth Chobanian (Editor); Casey Lukatz (Illustrator); American Girl Publishing Staff (Editor)

Coconut's Guide to Life

Cesar Millan; Melissa Jo Peltier

How to Raise the Perfect Dog

Michael Northrop

Rotten

Allie Larkin

Stay

Jim Fletcher

Joyous Gift of Puppy Love

David Rosenfelt

Unleashed

Gordon Korman

Zoobreak & No Dead Dogs bundle

Eric Luper

The Chocolate Lab

John Grogan

Marley and Me

Jane Thayer; Lisa McCue (Illustrator)

The Puppy Who Wanted a Boy

Kelly Conaboy

The Particulars of Peter

John Grogan

Marley and Me

Margaret Bloy Graham (Illustrator)

Benjy's Boat Trip

Lynn Plourde

Maxi's Secrets

David Wroblewski

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle

Gene Zion, Margaret Bloy Graham

Harry and the Lady Next Door

John Woestendiek

Dog, Inc.

Esther McCloskey

This Is the Collie

Michael Hingson

Thunder Dog

Mark Doty

*LIKE NEW* Dog Years

Bill Wallace

Pick of the Litter

Nuala Gardner

A Friend Like Henry

Laura Zigman

Separation Anxiety

Louise de la Ramee

A Dog of Flanders

LIKE NEW Dog Years