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Be More Dog: Life Lessons from Man's Best Friend
Embrace your inner canine and Be More Dog ! From finding your wag to barking loudly and making friends, this book will show you how to say 'woof, woof, woof' to life.
Whether it's a mad dash around the local park or sneaking an errant sausage off the BBQ, the world is a wagtastically wonderful place full of fun and treats if you're willing to open your heart. From Great Danes to Miniature Dachshunds, Poodles to Chihuahuas, there's no such thing as an underdog – every pup has something to offer!
This book reveals the different doggie traits that you can adopt to Be More Dog and live a happier, healthier, more 'courageous canine' existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our loyal, loving companions, there's something for everyone. So, throw yourself a bone, use the power of the paw, and learn the art of being more dog.
Whether it's a mad dash around the local park or sneaking an errant sausage off the BBQ, the world is a wagtastically wonderful place full of fun and treats if you're willing to open your heart. From Great Danes to Miniature Dachshunds, Poodles to Chihuahuas, there's no such thing as an underdog – every pup has something to offer!
This book reveals the different doggie traits that you can adopt to Be More Dog and live a happier, healthier, more 'courageous canine' existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our loyal, loving companions, there's something for everyone. So, throw yourself a bone, use the power of the paw, and learn the art of being more dog.
144 pages, Hardcover
Published September 17, 2019
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December 26, 2021
Coffee table self reflection. The illustrations were cute, and some of the "life lessons" were things to think about, but overall I would classify this as fluff.
October 9, 2021
Libro leído: ''Keep calm y aprende de los perros'', de Alison Davies y Hanna Melin. Amigos y familia de 4 patas, aprendizaje...
Como con su libro de los gatos, me hizo ilusión tenerlo en mi estantería.
En su estilo de hacernos ver que podemos tener una vida cómoda y despreocupada como la de los perros; aunque a veces los mismos no la tienen. O están tan limitados como las personas...
Un dibujo no tan precioso como la versión gatuna, pero bien.
Como con su libro de los gatos, me hizo ilusión tenerlo en mi estantería.
En su estilo de hacernos ver que podemos tener una vida cómoda y despreocupada como la de los perros; aunque a veces los mismos no la tienen. O están tan limitados como las personas...
Un dibujo no tan precioso como la versión gatuna, pero bien.
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June 14, 2022haha so I told someone that I liked books when they asked what to gift to me and lets just say that they did not understand the assignment 😬cute read tho...?😅
October 26, 2025
Quick, cute and quirky, especially loved the graphics and little puns
December 15, 2025
Charming Canine Love, but Inconsistent Mindfulness
[Introduction: Format and Target Audience]
Be More Dog is a light, easy read that you can dip in and out of as you please, making it a perfect "on the go" book to pick up whenever you fancy a little lift. With its lovely presentation and theme, it would make a perfect gift for dog lovers.
[Praise: Love and Presentation]
The book truly shines when it focuses on the heart of canine companionship. I loved all the quotes about the love of having a dog and the sheer happiness they bring to you. The lovely illustrations throughout the book add to its charming and warm presentation.
[Critique: Mindfulness and Mantras]
The core focus of the book is "doggy mindfulness for humans," offering mantras to apply to our daily lives. This is where the book became a bit uneven for me. Some of the advice was genuinely helpful, but others I felt were a bit daft. Ultimately, I would have preferred the book to have focused entirely on the love of having a dog and the happiness they bring, rather than the varying levels of helpfulness in the mindfulness sections.
[Conclusion]
On the whole, it was an okay read. If you are looking for a sweet, aesthetically pleasing book about why dogs are the best, this works. If you are deeply invested in serious mindfulness practice, you might find the advice inconsistent.
[Introduction: Format and Target Audience]
Be More Dog is a light, easy read that you can dip in and out of as you please, making it a perfect "on the go" book to pick up whenever you fancy a little lift. With its lovely presentation and theme, it would make a perfect gift for dog lovers.
[Praise: Love and Presentation]
The book truly shines when it focuses on the heart of canine companionship. I loved all the quotes about the love of having a dog and the sheer happiness they bring to you. The lovely illustrations throughout the book add to its charming and warm presentation.
[Critique: Mindfulness and Mantras]
The core focus of the book is "doggy mindfulness for humans," offering mantras to apply to our daily lives. This is where the book became a bit uneven for me. Some of the advice was genuinely helpful, but others I felt were a bit daft. Ultimately, I would have preferred the book to have focused entirely on the love of having a dog and the happiness they bring, rather than the varying levels of helpfulness in the mindfulness sections.
[Conclusion]
On the whole, it was an okay read. If you are looking for a sweet, aesthetically pleasing book about why dogs are the best, this works. If you are deeply invested in serious mindfulness practice, you might find the advice inconsistent.
May 31, 2021
This book is definitely one for the coffee table. There’s a lot of anthropomorphizing of dogs in order to use play on words for these “dog mantras”. I think it’s a lot of bologna but I understand and appreciate the sentiment. I did enjoy the illustrations in the book very much. As far as a self-help book, it’s just okay.
February 1, 2021
As far as self-help books based on the lives of dogs go, I guess this is alright.
A fun little thing but not that different from the run of the mill motivational stuff you find on posters. Bonus points for the cute art though.
A fun little thing but not that different from the run of the mill motivational stuff you find on posters. Bonus points for the cute art though.
May 6, 2021
I read the Dutch version of this book 'Kwispel Door Je Leven', I got this as a birthday gift.
Sometimes the message was lost because of the translation....
I really loved reading this book and the illustrations are really cute.
A nice gift for a doglover.
Sometimes the message was lost because of the translation....
I really loved reading this book and the illustrations are really cute.
A nice gift for a doglover.
August 20, 2024
It’s cute!!! love as a little desk book. Yanno take it with a grain of salt or I guess… like a dog.. hehe not that serious, but cute mindfulness book and a quick read (I did like 2/ 30 min)
<3 doggies!!!
<3 doggies!!!
December 25, 2019
Wanna be happy? Want to love dogs more than you already do? Want to be encouraged to love yourself? Read this book.
August 23, 2024
Tiene muy buenos consejos pero si son llevados al extremo se convertirían en positividad tóxica .
February 15, 2025
Conciso y para reflexionar, además de los dibujos tan monos que hay.
August 22, 2025
Simple but cute.
The illustrations are wholesome.
The illustrations are wholesome.
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