Welcome To Our Dog Book Shop- Explore dog breed guides, adoption and puppy books, training and behavior resources, and wonderful books about life with dogs.
Our curated collection of dog books is designed to help you discover, understand, and enjoy life with dogs. Explore breed guides, books for choosing and adopting a dog, puppy resources, training and behavior books, stories about the human-dog bond, and other helpful reads for dog lovers. Whether you are thinking about bringing home your first dog, trying to better understand the dog already sharing your life, looking for a thoughtful gift, or simply enjoy learning more about dogs, this collection gives you a comfortable place to start. Browse broadly or follow the shop into more specialized dog book collections as you discover what interests you most.
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Bringing a dog into your life is a big decision and a wonderful adventure. Start with books that can help you explore different breeds, think about the right dog for your lifestyle, prepare for adoption, understand how dogs communicate, and begin building a great relationship from the very beginning.
A practical way to understand why dogs behave the way they do by looking beyond breed labels or isolated behaviors. Using her L.E.G.S. framework—Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self, Brophey shows how a dog’s experiences, surroundings, inherited traits, and individual personality all work together to shape behavior. The book helps pet owners better understand the dog in front of them, set more realistic expectations, and make training and lifestyle choices that fit that dog’s actual needs.
A broad everyday reference for feeding, grooming, health, behavior, and general care. It gives this department something more practical alongside the behavior/relationship books.
By Patricia McConnell, this book explores the relationship between people and dogs by looking at how our human behavior can appear from a dog’s point of view. Drawing on animal behavior and years of experience working with dogs, McConnell explains how body language, voice, movement, emotions, and everyday habits influence the way dogs respond to us. The book helps pet owners better understand canine communication, recognize where misunderstandings begin, and build a calmer, more cooperative relationship based on clearer communication rather than simply giving commands.
Written by a selection of members of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists helps dog owners understand the reasons behind common canine behaviors and how to respond to them more effectively. Drawing on veterinary behavior science, the book covers issues such as barking, chewing, aggression, fear, separation problems, housetraining, and everyday manners while explaining what dogs may be communicating through their actions. It is a practical resource for learning when behavior can be managed with training at home and when professional veterinary or behavior support may be appropriate.
Dr. Sophia Yin explains how everyday human behavior influences the way dogs learn, respond, and develop habits. Using principles of animal behavior and positive reinforcement, Yin shows owners how timing, consistency, rewards, and clear communication can make training more effective and less frustrating. The book connects behavior science with practical situations such as manners, attention, leash walking, and household routines, helping readers understand that better dog behavior often begins with changing how people teach and interact with their pets.
Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know (re-released September 2025)
A fascinating look into the world as experienced through the eyes, ears, and especially the noses of our canine companions. Drawing on cognitive science and her own observations, Horowitz explores how dogs interpret their surroundings using a rich tapestry of scent, sound, and motion. She introduces readers to the concept of a dog’s “umwelt”—their unique sensory experience of the world and explains how dogs smell emotions, track time, and perceive their environment from two feet off the ground. The book sheds light on how dogs use their mouths like hands, why they chase bikes, and how they navigate social dynamics. While not a training manual, it offers practical tips for better understanding and connecting with dogs, like the value of letting them sniff or reconsidering outdated dominance theories. Blending science with warmth and curiosity, this bestselling book gives dog lovers a new appreciation for the minds and lives of their four-legged friends.
Books about dogs, dog breeds, dog training, how to care for dogs and books for kids
PUPPY TRAINING BOOK SHOP
Explore dog breeds, adoptions and so much more
PET NOVELS & STORY SHOP
Find great novels and stories about pets
AGING PET BOOK SHOP
Explore books on older pets, care and grief.
DOG COOKBOOK SHOP
Explore dog food and treat recipe books.
DOG COFFEE TABLE BOOK SHOP
Find great books and giftable books.
DOG CRAFT BOOK SHOP
Explore pet art, crafts, and creative kids.
PET FIRST AID SHOP
Explore books, kits and supplies
PET CHILDREN’S’ BOOKS
Explore great children’s pet books.
DOG HOME DECOR BOOK SHOP
Explore interior design books for dog homes
DOG BOOKMARK SHOP
Explore dog-themed bookmarks
DOG-THEMED BOOKEND SHOP
Explore for den, children’s room or the office.
RESCUE & ADOPTION BOOKS
Adopting a rescue dog can be incredibly rewarding, but it often comes with a different set of questions. These books can help you prepare for the transition, understand your new dog’s history and behavior, build trust, and create a comfortable path from shelter or foster care into home life.
A practical way to understand why dogs behave the way they do by looking beyond breed labels or isolated behaviors. Using her L.E.G.S. framework—Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self, Brophey shows how a dog’s experiences, surroundings, inherited traits, and individual personality all work together to shape behavior. The book helps pet owners better understand the dog in front of them, set more realistic expectations, and make training and lifestyle choices that fit that dog’s actual needs.
A broad everyday reference for feeding, grooming, health, behavior, and general care. It gives this department something more practical alongside the behavior/relationship books.
Victoria Stilwell presents a practical, reward-based approach to teaching dogs everyday manners and addressing common behavior challenges. Stilwell focuses on positive reinforcement, clear communication, consistency, and understanding what motivates a dog rather than using fear or punishment. The book covers topics such as housetraining, leash walking, barking, jumping, anxiety, and other real-life issues, making it a useful guide for pet owners who want humane training methods that build confidence, trust, and a stronger relationship with their dog.
Victoria Stilwell presents a practical, reward-based approach to teaching dogs everyday manners and addressing common behavior challenges. Stilwell focuses on positive reinforcement, clear communication, consistency, and understanding what motivates a dog rather than using fear or punishment. The book covers topics such as housetraining, leash walking, barking, jumping, anxiety, and other real-life issues, making it a useful guide for pet owners who want humane training methods that build confidence, trust, and a stronger relationship with their dog.