Smart Dog

This delightful narrative takes listeners on a powerful search to unlock the secrets of dog cognition, based on evidence from trainers, owners, behaviorists, and the animals themselves. With in-depth reporting and more than a few personal adventures, best-selling author Jennifer S. Holland digs into what intelligence really means.

I am the dutiful Maid of Honor quietly bankrolling my sister’s dream wedding. I never expected her “something borrowed” to be my husband. When I check our living room dog-cam during a business trip, I expect to see my husband Ian giving our elderly golden retriever his pill. Instead, I watch him writhing on our couch with my sister Piper. She’s three weeks away from marrying a wealthy orthodontist. That doesn’t stop her from throwing her head back and moaning his name. Between kisses, Ian and Piper mock my loyalty and laugh about tricking me into financing sixty thousand dollars ...

Maplewood Cove, Maine, looks like the kind of town where nothing ever happens. Then Megan Brown moved in. A former marketing professional turned dog walker, Megan expected a quieter life by the sea. Instead, her morning routes keep leading her straight to murder. With her sharp eye for patterns, a stubborn streak, and Biscuit—a beagle-corgi mix with an uncanny talent for finding things people would rather keep buried—Megan can't seem to stay out of trouble. From a body on a familiar walking trail and a decades-old secret at the lighthouse to human remains in a Victorian garden and a ...

🦋 The Beginner’s Guide to Papillons: Training, Grooming, and Care for a Smart and Playful Toy Dog Breed Bright, elegant, and full of joyful energy — the Papillon is one of the most intelligent and charming toy breeds in the world. Known for their signature butterfly-like ears, quick learning ability, and affectionate nature, Papillons make wonderful companions for families, singles, and seniors alike. Whether you’re preparing for your first Papillon or caring for an adult dog, this complete guide gives you everything you need to raise a happy, confident, and well-behaved companion....

Do you have a handicap that makes it hard to go out? Are you suffering from panic attacks and anxiety? Do you wish there was a way where you can easily do daily tasks and get the companionship you need? If you said yes to these questions, then a service dog is for you.

Mini Goldendoodles are affectionate, intelligent, and highly people-focused — but their sensitivity and energy can also lead to anxiety, overexcitement, and inconsistent behavior if training isn’t handled carefully. Many owners struggle because generic dog training advice doesn’t account for this breed’s emotional nature. This book is written specifically for Mini Goldendoodle owners who want a calm, effective approach to training that builds confidence instead of stress. Whether you’re raising a puppy or working with an adult dog, this guide shows you how to reduce problem ...

From beloved authors Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko, Dogtown is an uplifting adventure sure to find a forever home in listeners’ hearts. Dogtown is a shelter for stray dogs, misbehaving dogs, and discarded robot dogs, whose owners have outgrown them. Chance, a real dog, has been in...

A picture-perfect garden tour. A celebrity gardener with a stolen past. And a deadly secret someone will kill to keep buried. Retired librarian Amelia Clark expects roses and small-town gossip at Maple Shores' annual Garden Tour, not famous gardener Grant Bellamy murdered in her backyard. But Grant didn't come to Maple Shores just to admire the flowers. With her golden retriever Duke sniffing out trouble and best friend Nora serving pastries with a side of gossip, Amelia digs into Grant's past, uncovering stolen discoveries, bitter betrayals, and enemies seeking revenge. Then her late ...

In this hilarious, "dazzling" romp, a foul-mouthed crow is humanity's only chance to survive a zombie apocalypse–think Watership Down meets Dawn of the Dead (Mona Awad, author of Bunny). S.T. is a bird of simple pleasures: hanging out with his human owner, Big Jim, trading insults with...

Lessons Learned from a Very Smart Texas Dog is a heartwarming, common-sense guide to life as told to award-winning writer Mike Cox by Marcie, his family’s 70-something (in dog years) beloved pet and director of home security. Made possible by the newly developed Bark Twain translation software (wink, wink), this book delivers the accumulated wisdom of one sage senior Texas canine. Part Chihuahua, part terrier, part pitbull, and all wise, Marcie shares her unique perspective on living your best life.

Nikki Maxwell authors an advice column for the school newspaper in this fifth installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries series! Nikki Maxwell develops a sudden interest in student journalism that may or may not (okay, definitely does) have to do with the fact that mean girl...

Anyone who lives with and loves dogs knows that they are smart. Really smart. They understand our body language and emotions, can be trained to perform important services, are devoted companions, and enjoy walks, tricks, dog sports or just hangin’ out on the couch. So, how “Dog Smart” are you? What do you know or wish to know about the dog’s history, perceptions, understanding of humans, and responses to different training methods? These topics and more come under the scrutiny of the Science Dog in Linda Case’s latest myth-busting book. Learn to separate fact from fiction about ...

"Outstanding sound effects, including constant background barking, add atmosphere, as does Mouse's endearing voice and personality."—AudioFile Mouse and His Dog: A Dogtown Book features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun! Mouse lives in Dogtown, a shelter for real dogs...

This program is read by the author Two dozen Navy SEALs descended on Osama bin Laden’s compound in May 2011. After the mission, only one name was made public: Cairo, a Belgian Malinois and military working dog. Warrior Dog is the story of Cairo and his handler, Will Chesney, a member of SEAL...

A charming English village. A trail of secrets. Two determined ladies and their loyal dogs. Charity has traded windy walks on the Malvern Hills for the quieter life of Malvern View Retirement Village. Sharing the quaint Gardener’s Cottage with her spirited friend Dorothy, three lively dogs, and three inquisitive cats, she’s looking forward to peaceful days of tea, gossip, knitting, and the occasional crossword. But trouble arrives before they’ve even unpacked. First come petty thefts. Then an attack. And finally – a body discovered in the carefully tended flowerbeds. Drawing on her ...

What if the inventions of the future could do almost anything? A robot dog can become a best friend. A machine can make boring time disappear. A helper can do every chore. A magical chef can create the tastiest dreams. And a Story Machine can tell more stories than anyone could ever count. But sometimes, the most wonderful invention isn't the one that does everything for you. Magical Bedtime Stories: 12 Future Fairy Tales for Kids is a collection of gentle, imaginative bedtime stories for kids ages 4-8, where futuristic gadgets meet everyday childhood adventures. Meet children, robots, ...

The JUST JUNIPER Adventures are exciting books that will enthrall children and motivate them to read. The adventures of Juniper, Sophia and friends will keep children eagerly turning the pages of the books and begging to read the next book of the series. In the first book of the series, “JUST JUNIPER -The First Adventure” Sophia wakes up to the sound of incessant barking. Juniper her two-year old Golden Retriever is looking out the window. “Juniper never barks. Why is she barking now?” In the first two books of the series young readers will get to know Sophia who is quiet and ...

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Amusing Facts For Adventurous Minds★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Are you ready to become the ultimate trivia master? Look no further than "Amusing Facts For Adventurous Minds: 1608 Random Facts In the Realm of History, Human Body, Natural Disasters, Ancient Civilizations, Science and Unbelievable Facts Mashup." Do you want to impress your friends and family with an endless supply of fascinating facts? Discover the benefits of reading this book, including expanding your knowledge and entertaining your loved ones ...

Charming English villages, loyal dogs, and a determined amateur sleuth with a nose for murder. She’s happy teaching her dogs scentwork and playing with her pal’s enchanting goat kids, but when someone seems set on destroying her friends’ craft businesses in the Malvern Hills, Tamsin jumps to action. Tamsin Kernick, passionate dog trainer, has three priorities in life: her three dogs. justice … and cake! In the Farmers’ Market the goats’ yogurt is off, the hand-knitteds are causing a rash, and a tearful baker’s delicious scones are tasting awful. And when contaminated yogurt is...

Bonfires, bangers, toffee apples … and murder. Guy Fawkes Night has arrived at Malvern View. The residents of Malvern View Retirement Village are throwing an old-fashioned Bonfire Night for the local community, complete with sausages, parkin, toffee apples, fireworks – and enough enthusiastic helpers to ensure that nothing could possibly go wrong. Charity Cleveland has even found herself involved with the local children, who are building Guys and collecting money for a wildlife charity while learning how to keep animals safe during the festivities. If she can also persuade them that ...