About the Book

From "Marley and Me" to Temple Grandin's groundbreaking books to Cesar Millan's television show, America's many millions of pet owners eagerly seek new insights into animal behavior, and one of the most popular sources of compelling stories and practical advice is "DogTown, " the National Geographic Channel's latest hit show.
Dogtown is the Kanab, Utah, shelter of the Best Friends Animal Society, a national rescue organization with 800,000 members, and this informative, inspiring book presents representative stories of dogs considered unadoptable by other shelters. They come from many backgrounds: some were abandoned; some prowled the streets as strays; others suffer from mysterious illnesses, serious injuries, or antisocial behaviors that discourage potential adopters. But good fortune led them to Best Friends and the dedicated people devoted to helping them recover and find welcoming homes.
These compelling, winningly illustrated true stories, each uniquely moving and inspirational, draw upon the experience of veterinarians, trainers, and volunteers to probe a range of tough, touching cases that evoke both the joy and the occasional but inevitable heartbreak that accompanies this work. Each chapter follows a dog from the first day at Dogtown until he ultimately finds (or doesn't find) a permanent new home, focusing both on the relationship between the dog and the Dogtown staff and on the latest discoveries about animal health and behavior. We learn how dogs process information, how trauma affects their behavior, and how people can help them overcome their problems. In the end, we come to see that there are no "bad dogs" and that with patience, care, and compassion, people can help dogs to heal.

Product Details

Media: Hardcover Book, 293 pages

Language: English

Publisher: National Geographic Society (Oct. 31st, 2009)

ISBN-10: 1426205627

ISBN-13: 9781426205620

Dimensions: 6.34 x 9.18 x 1.06 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.10 lbs

• Categories: Pet Essays