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The Dangerous Book for Dogs: a Parody Hardcover – October 9, 2007

by Joe Garden (Author), Janet Ginsburg (Author), Chris Pauls (Author),
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A LAUGH-OUT-LOUD PARODY: AN lLLUSTRATED GUIDE FOR--AND BY--DOGS, UNLOCKING THE MYSTERIES OF DOGHOOD AND TEACHING THEM HOW TO DO THE VERY ACTIVITIES THAT HUMAN SOCIETY SAYS ARE WRONG.

The Dangerous Book for Dogs asks a simple question: isn't there more to being a dog than wearing a mini cashmere sweater and riding around in a $400 evening clutch? What about the simple pleasures of life -- feeling the wind in your fur, digging up the grass beneath your paws, smelling another dog's butt? Isn't that part of the great joy of being a dog?

Written (with help) by dogs and for dogs, The Dangerous Book For Dogs provides insight on everything from the tastiest styles of shoes to chew to the proper method for terrorizing squirrels. It also contains portraits of noble dogs throughout history, the mysteries of cats and humans, and everything else your dog ever wanted to know but was afraid to ask–like how to make toys out of human's household items, or how to escape from a humiliating reindeer costume.

Generously illustrated with drawings by cartoonist Emily Flake, this hilarious parody is for good dogs, bad dogs, and the millions of people who love them.

Rex and Sparky wrote this parody without authorization (because they are dogs and they do what they want.)
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    October 9, 2007
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  6. ISBN-10
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This gentle parody of the bestselling Dangerous Book for Boys-identical in look and tone to its source material-offers an often funny, surprisingly insightful take on dog behavior that's sure to resonate with the Spot set. With the "assistance" of their human companions, canine authors Rex and Sparky relate practical and authoritative information on topics simple (baths, fleas, bones, poop, "things you can chase") and complex: the rules of fetch (it's not officially over until a player earns 17,572 points), tips on crotch sniffing (under the heading "How to Make Your Owner Look Like an Idiot") and a critical guide to frequently ingested items (vomit and poop receive top marks; rocks and keys rank considerably lower). Among more than 50 short entries, the authors seem to have thought of everything, including escape tips for humiliating costumes, stirring true stories ("Great Dog Battles-Part Two: Pepper vs. A Patch of Light") and even a report on Pavlov (written by his two dogs). Though it occasionally pushes the envelope of good taste ("mounting a bitch is never as simple as it seems"), this goofy, gleeful guide to the dog life will tickle anyone with a soft spot for canines.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Villard; First Edition (October 9, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0345503708
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0345503701
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.01 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.75 x 8.4 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read
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Absolutely delightful. Unlike any other. I bought more copies for my kids.
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Linda Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars Thinking like a dog
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2013
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If you love dogs and believe that they have "thinking abilities," you will love this book. It is written from the a dog's perspective and is very funny. This not a little kid's dog. I read it and sent to my son and his wife because they just got a puppy and need to understand life from the dog's view. Just plain fun!!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Book for dog owners
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The book is filled with funny and sometimes relatable stories about dogs. It takes an original spin on the daily life and history of dogs.
I enjoyed reading a short chapter a day.

I would recommend this book for dog lovers and especially dog owners.
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JHG999
3.0 out of 5 stars Nice book. Written in a pleasing style
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Nice book. Written in a pleasing style. Didn't really tell me much than I had learned from observing my pack of hounds
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5.0 out of 5 stars Dog Lovers Read This!!! Great Wry beyond fabulously (accurate) Humor.
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Read 3 TIMES!!. (Over course of 8 years) Excellent Doggie amusement these creators are WRY!! And the brilliant illustrations equally brilliant. Laugh out loud absolutely entertaining.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift idea!
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2019
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This is the most hilarious dog book ever. Great gift for dog lovers. I bought this as a gift for my dog trainer.
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I viewed a copy if this book at my veterinarian's, I thought it appeared delightful. I knew my son would enjoy it, so I purshased him a copy. The book was an excellent choice for a gift. He recommended it to all dog lovers.
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4.0 out of 5 stars My dogs couldn't have said it better.
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The dogs world shared by these two marvelous canines brought more than one smile to my face and a chorus of agreement from my own pack who graciously allow me to believe I am in charge. I now know why the books is named what it is because now we the people know how dogs see and control their world and the humans in it. Very funny and as my puppies claim all too true. Now that we have been let in on their little secrets life will never be the same. I look at my pack differently today than I did yesterday. I did not give this a five star rating only because the layout was choppy in places and it was hard to follow. (Ie. The authors referenced the acting careers of listed dogs and the list did not appear until the middle of the following chapter. Fun easy read guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone who has ever wondered how their furry friend looks at the world.
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