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Great Dog Stories

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Xine Segalas

🐶 Unforgettable Reads That Celebrate Our Best Friends These are the stories that stay with you—tales of loyalty, love, loss, and laughter, all seen through the eyes of our favorite companions: dogs. Whether you're looking for a heartwarming escape, ...

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Memoirs

Dogs in Art

❤️ Fiction for Dog Lovers

Poetry for Dog Lovers

Dogs of War

Memoirs

rue stories from the heart. These deeply personal memoirs capture the joy, heartbreak, and everyday moments we share with our dogs. From tales of love and loss to reflections on life’s unexpected journeys, each story offers a reminder of how our four...

This heartwarming collection of true stories celebrates the powerful bond between people and their dogs. Some stories will make you laugh, others may bring tears—but all of them remind us just how deeply dogs shape our lives. Beautifully written and ...

Good Dog: True Stories of Love and Loyalty

A heartfelt memoir that celebrates the unexpected joys of opening your heart to dogs—and the people who come with them. With humor, vulnerability, and wisdom, Xine shares the stories of the “strays” who changed her life, offering a moving reflection ...

Xine's Pack of Strays & Others: A Memoir

This unforgettable memoir begins with a tragic accident that reshapes everything—and unfolds into one of the most honest, raw, and beautiful stories of resilience I’ve ever read. While the dogs in the title offer quiet, comforting presence, this is u...

A Three Dog Life: A Memoir

A heartwarming (and sometimes hilarious) memoir about life with Marley, a mischievous Labrador whose chaos is matched only by his loyalty and love. As a dog lover who’s had my share of wild pups, I found myself laughing, nodding, and tearing up throu...

Marley & Me: Life with the World's Worst Dog

If you love dogs and want to understand them on a deeper level, this book is a must-read. Cesar Millan blends practical advice with personal stories, offering insight into canine behavior and the human-dog connection. I’ve always appreciated his calm...

Cesar Millan's Lessons From the Pack

📚 On my to-read list! This soulful memoir caught my attention for its raw and reflective look at life, loss, and self-discovery through the dogs that shape us. Chloe Shaw explores her lifelong bond with dogs and how those relationships helped her fa...

What Is a Dog?

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I loved this book - it's an inspiring and heartwarming memoir that will leave readers feeling uplifted and inspired.

Following Atticus: Forty-Eight High Peaks, One Little Dog, and an Extraordinary Friendship|Paperback

This one is on my TBR list - Survival, resilience, heartwarming family story.

Oogy: The Dog Only a Family Could Love|Paperback

On my TBR List - This is a beautifully written story of purpose and partnership.

Scent of the Missing: Love and Partnership with a Search-and-Rescue Dog|Paperback

On my TBR List - Anna Quindlen’s tribute to her aging dog, Beau. In just a few pages, she captures the quiet lessons dogs teach us about living in the moment, loyalty, and love.

Good Dog. Stay.|Hardcover

Dogs in Art

For anyone who loves dogs and the beauty of art, this list celebrates how our loyal companions have been captured in paintings, photography, sculpture, and more. These gorgeous books are filled with creativity, history, and canine charm.

This book is an absolute delight—a joyful, witty, and beautifully curated romp through centuries of dog-inspired art. With bite-sized stories, fascinating facts, and incredible visuals, Museum of Dogs is perfect for anyone who’s ever wished their art...

Museum of Dogs: Art History for Dog Lovers

A gorgeous and wide-ranging visual survey of dogs throughout art history—from ancient cave paintings to modern masterpieces. Richly illustrated and informative without being too heavy.

Dogs in Art

This one is a stunner—a huge, glossy collection of dog photographs spanning nearly two centuries. Artistic, moving, and often humorous.

The Dog in Photography: 1839-today

An elegant hardcover that explores the portrayal of dogs across cultures and time. Great for readers who love history, art, and visual storytelling.

The Dog: 5000 Years of the Dog in Art

Though more photojournalistic than art history, this book captures the soulful, expressive beauty of aging dogs. Touching, artistic, and real.

Old Dogs: Are the Best Dogs

A visual love letter to dogs in the French countryside, full of stunning photography and warmth. Pairs well with a croissant and a cozy afternoon.

By Rachael Hale - The French Dog

An extraordinary photographic portrait series by a renowned animal photographer. Each dog is treated like a muse—this book feels like walking through a gallery.

Dogs

❤️ Fiction for Dog Lovers

Heartwarming, emotional, and unforgettable novels where dogs take center stage. These stories capture the special bond between people and their pups through beautiful fiction that will make you laugh, cry, and fall in love all over again.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I'm a sucker for a good dog story and this is a great one!

The Art of Racing in the Rain: A Novel

On my TBR List - This is a tender and imaginative story about a man and his aging dachshund, Lily. It’s funny, moving, and ultimately a powerful reminder of the fierce love we have for our dogs.

Lily and the Octopus|Paperback

Poetry for Dog Lovers

Short, powerful, and full of heart—these poems celebrate the love, loyalty, and joy of dogs. Perfect for moments when you want to feel deeply connected to our four-legged friends, or as a thoughtful gift for the dog lover in your life.

Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver celebrates the joy of dogs in this heartfelt collection of poems. A perfect companion to your list for readers who love dogs and beautiful language.

Dog Songs|Paperback

On my TBR - A novel in verse for all ages, about a boy who learns to express himself through poetry—thanks in part to his dog.

Love That Dog: A Novel|Paperback

On my TBR List - A modern, raw, and heartfelt collection about love, loss, and the comfort of dogs.

The Dogs I Have Kissed|Paperback

Dogs of War

Incredible true stories of working dogs and canine heroes—dogs who’ve served in war zones, rescued the lost, and offered courage when it mattered most. These stories are inspiring, emotional, and a powerful reminder of the bravery and devotion of our...

This book shares the incredible true stories of dogs who have served alongside soldiers in combat zones. A fascinating, moving tribute to canine bravery.

The Dogs of War: The Courage, Love, and Loyalty of Military Working Dogs|Paperback

On the TBR List - A fast-paced, action-packed collection of stories about the brave dogs who serve alongside our military heroes.

Soldier Dogs 4-Book Box Set: Books 1-4|Paperback

On the TBR List - An eye-opening and inspiring look at the elite dogs who protect the President, the First Family, and high-profile dignitaries. It's a fascinating, fast-paced read that shows just how far dogs will go to keep us safe.

Secret Service Dogs: The Heroes Who Protect the President of the United States|Paperback