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 "Did you ever walk into a room and forget why you walked in?                                                      I think that is how dogs spend their lives."
                      
         
                  Sue Murphy

 

Canine Magazines

The Animal Print      The Whole Dog Journal    The Bark Magazine

Urban Dog Magazine        Good Dog Online

 

Children's Books with a Local Focus

Marvelous Marvin  by E.J. Finocchio, DVM. The inspirational true story of a dog that was given a second chance. Purchased through the RISPCA, proceeds benefit the Marvin Fund.

Riptide by Frances Ward Weller. Based on the true story of "Riptide Windjammer" or "Rip", a golden retriever that challenged the "No Dogs" signs on the beaches of Cape Cod and one day became a hero.

 

The Basics 

The Art of Raising A Puppy by the Monks of New Skete

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend by the Monks of New Skete

Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook by James Carlson and Liisa Giffin

Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats by Richard & Susan Pitcairn

 

Traveling with Your Dog

The Dog Lover's Companion to New England by JoAnna Downey & Christian J. Lau

Pets on the Go! US. Travel Guide by Dawn & Robert Habgood

Guide to Backpacking With Your Dog, 2nd Edition by Charlene LaBelle

Hiking With Dogs by Linda Mullally

 

Understanding Canine Behavior Issues

The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson

Dogs are from Neptune by Jean Donaldson

I'll Be Home Soon by Patricia O'Connell (living with separation anxiety)

Cautious Canine by Patricia O'Connell (reconditioning a fearful dog)

Fiesty Fido: Help for the Leash-Aggressive Dog by Patricia O'Connell

Aggression in Dogs: Management, Prevention & Behavior Modification by Brenda Aloff

 

 

 

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