Bad to the Bone: Memoir of a Rebel Doggie Blogger [Paperback]

Bo Hoefinger (Author)

Book Description

Release date: September 29, 2009

Let's get this clear right away: I'm a dog. I'm 1'10" and weigh 63 lbs, and although I'm a mutt on the outside, I'm a purebred on the inside. My good nature comes from the Golden Retriever side of the family, while my stubbornness is clearly from my Chowchow bloodlines. I've got Rastafarian ears, a black tongue for licking, and paws that should be on a dog twice my size.

I type 60 words a minute.

My name is Bo, and this is my story.

From shelter dog reject to beloved pet and popular doggie blogger, Bo Hoefinger's life has been anything but ordinary. Join this incorrigible canine as he welcomes us into his life, complete with his wacky "parents," a constipated feline housemate, and chipmunk warfare.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Witty commentary and hilarious observations."--Dog Living Magazine

"A real treat. Bo is so distinctively adorable and funny, that no other dog will be able to follow in his pawsteps."--Tracie Hotchner, author of The Dog Bible and host of DOG TALK (NPR affiliate WLIU-FM 88.3 radio show)

"You'll laugh, you'll howl, you'll practically wag with pleasure. . .Bo is truly the voice of his doggy generation."--Dr. Marty Becker, Resident veterinarian on ABC TV's Good Morning America, Host of "The Pet Doctor with Marty Becker" on PBS, Author of 17 pet books, Nationally syndicated columnist, and Co-creator of petconnection.com

"A well-written and fun read. . .Bo takes you inside his family and you feel as if you're right there experiencing all the joys and pains with them. You'll want to hug your own dog after reading this book!"--Suzanne Jalot, Editor-In-Chief of DOGliving magazine

"Bo's rebel adventures in naps and squirrels will stir the heart and stoke human understanding of how dogs must think. His "voice" is utterly original, sharp, and kind."--Monica Collins, "Ask Dog Lady" columnist, askdoglady.com

"A funny, funny book giving the reader a hilarious insight into what might be in a dog's mind as he is given orders by his owners. Throughout the book, Bo continually displays his intellectual superiority when he is listening to his "Mother" and "Father" as he refers to them. His innocent explanations about how he constantly outfoxes them will have you giggling. Hilarious from beginning to end. This book will leave you chuckling to yourself and marveling at the cleverness of the author and Bo." --From Barbara Vey's Publishers Weekly Book Blog

Get honest, engaging, and hilarious insight into the inner life of a dog through the eyes of Bo, once a shelter-reject and now, a beloved family pet. --Modern Dog Magazine

Bad to the Bone: Memoir of a Rebel Doggie Blogger (Citadel Press, 2009) draws on Bo's experiences to paint a sympathetic, sweet, and kind portrait of an American family from the ground up, unfolding into an absorbing story of love, friendship, and loyalty. Written in a voice strong enough to make it easy to forget that this book wasn't actually written by a dog, this story brings humor and perspective to everyday life. Very easy to read and hilarious! --Melissa Barr

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Citadel Press; Original edition (September 29, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806531290
• ISBN-13: 978-0806531298
• Product Dimensions: 0.7 x 6 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,021,967 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Let's get this clear right away: I'm a dog.

I'm 1'10" and weigh 63 lbs, and although I'm a mutt on the outside, I'm a purebred on the inside. My good nature comes from the Golden Retriever side of the family, while my stubbornness is clearly from my Chowchow bloodlines. I've got Rastafarian ears, a black tongue for licking, and paws that should be on a dog twice my size.

I type 60 words a minute.

From shelter dog reject to beloved pet and popular doggie blogger, my life has been anything but ordinary.

My popular blog, www.BoKnowsOnline.com, receives up to 100,000 page views per month. I am also the dog behind the writer chosen as the "doggie blogger" for Dogster.com, which has a membership of more than 500,000.

A frequent contributor to local fence post 12, I dedicate the majority of my waking hours in support of the local nonprofit "Beneath the Fence" society. In my spare time I dabble in knocking over garbage pails, barking uncontrollably, and generally being a helpful force around the house.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Hysterical! October 7, 2009

By Laura

Format:Paperback

If you have a sense of humor and a fondness for man's best friend then this is a must read. I was literally laughing out loud as I read it. I have never done that before. Great gift idea!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The FUNNIEST book by a dog I ever read!! October 10, 2009

By Nancy Houser

Format:Paperback

The book Bad to the Bone: Memoir of a Rebel Doggie Blogger has to be one of the funniest and most original books I have ever read. Where else can you spend hours laughing at a sneak-peak before sending a friend/family doggie-lover one of the most unique gifts they will ever have? In that case, you may have to order two --- one for you and one as a gift!

Written by a "one-time" reject shelter dog who has his own blog online now ([...]) which is also hilariously funny....Bo tells it as he sees it. Coming from the school of hard-knocks, Bo is adopted by the Hoefingers and teaches them to care for him .... properly! And when they end up moving to Georgia, their list of pros and cons did not have Bo's name on it, nor his best cat friend, Moose.

"My parents never considered the vast amount of land in our backyard I'd be giving up or the clear alpa dog stature I had achieved in the neighborhood. Nor was the fact considered what effect the sultry Southern weather would have on an extremely hairy dog. Nope, none of that mattered. This decision was ALL about them."

Instead, Bo's mother goes to the store and rents the movie "Gone with the Wind" prior to going house-hunting after they had moved to Georgia.....I tell no lies. This was done in order to forewarn Bo about their new living quarters so he would not be disappointed about where they would soon be living. This is just one of the many side-splitting moments in the book!

Buying this book is a once in a lifetime gift for yourself or someone else, a pathway to sheer adventure and pure warm fun.... from a dog's point of view! And if that doesn't get to your heart, nothing will. :)

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Tears of laughter October 6, 2009

By Nancy

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

OMD! I had tears of laughter streaming down my face as I read the book. You are an excellent writer, Bo, and I could totally relate! Anyone who has had the pleasure of the companionship of a dog should read this book.