Few other pet species share our lives as intimately as dogs do. They can be trained to perform a huge variety of roles. But in exchange for their loyalty and devotion, we owe them compassionate care through each stage of life. This means not only...

With a combination of in-depth research, interviews, and her own experience with all types of dogs, author Jennifer S. Holland has written a concise and thought-provoking book, Dog Smart. She has observed and sometimes experienced firsthand how guide, therapy, rescue, cadaver, and many other "professional"...

When Jim Duke first sets out to become a cowboy, he doesn't quite anticipate just how bumpy the road ahead will be, but this is exactly what makes Dances with Donkeys: The Memoir of a Half-Assed Cowboy such a fun read. Written with the perfect...

Dangerous Animals: Parasites, Poisonous, Predatory by Vladimir A. Timokhanov is about the dangerous creatures of Eurasia, particularly those dangerous to humankind. The book describes the animals and how to prevent becoming a victim and the first-aid measures to be taken in case of infection or...

DAWGS: A True Story of Lost Animals and the Kids who Rescued Them by Diane Trull with Meredith Wargo is uplifting, inspiring, and emotional. Diane Trull was an elementary school teacher whose students led her to a profound moment when a picture of dogs in...

Desiree, The Music of My Soul by Peggy Race is a solid testament to the healing powers of our four-legged friends and how they serve as our bridge to new perspectives and self-discovery. This memoir is a dog lover’s treat, as it captures the joys...

Dad’s Last Dog is an unusual and heartwarming work of memoir non-fiction, penned by author Dan M. Kalin. In this down to earth and realistic look at growing up, childhood influences and father-son relationships, we meet our author as the eldest child in a family...

Dogs Still Know Best: Two Angels Guide Their Human Through Grief, Learning & Love by Angie Salisbury with Iris Matos is an uplifting story of love, relationships, and support between dogs and humans. Living with dogs is special and many readers will have experienced living...

Diary of a Mad Trapper is a collection of reality-based short stories written by Madi Legere. The author knew cats and kittens faced a struggle even to survive from an early age. The cats on the family farm, when she was growing up, were working...

Designer Dogs, Awkward Hugs, and a Pigeon: Veterinary Tales, Again is a non-fiction memoir written by PJ Miller on his experiences as a veterinarian working with animals for a living. The story starts off humorously and sets the tone for the rest of the book....