Conversations with Dog: An Uncommon Dogalog of Canine Wisdom [Paperback]

Kate Solisti-Mattelon (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 30, 2000

For centuries, dogs have demonstrated an uncanny intelligence through remarkable acts of loyalty and self-sacrifice. As conscious, feeling entities with an ability to help humankind reconnect to love and to God, dogs are perhaps humans' greatest teachers. This book is the first to offer people a direct conversation with these animals who have shared their campfires, homes, work, and lives for thousands of years, but who, until now, have remained silent partners. In Conversations with Dog, Kate Solisti-Mattelon cuts through the species barrier and poses questions directly to dogs. The answers will touch and surprise readers with their depth of understanding. Questions include: Why do you bark? How can you find the person you love when there are hundreds or thousands of miles between you? What is the meaning of life?

Editorial Reviews

Book Description

Who hasn't been touched by a dog? With their enthusiastic love, clarity of purpose, and boundless ability to forgive, dogs may be our greatest teachers, if we could just take the time to listen and learn their language....Most of us who have dog friends know they are trying to tell us something. But what? In Conversations with Dog, professional animal communicator Kate Solisti-Mattelon asks the questions every dog lover wants to know. We no longer have to search for meaning solely in wagging tails, droopy ears, or bared teeth; dogs kindly spell things out for their human friends and provide a window into the consciousness of canines and the reasons for their existence within our human families. Conversations with Dog also includes photographs from Lynda Niemeier that capture the essence of dog, making it the perfect gift for anyone who loves dog. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Kate Solisti-Mattelon is a professional animal communicator, as well as a prolific writer, speaker, and teacher who has gained the respect of veterinarians, scientists, and pet owners around the world. Through workshops, seminars, and private consultations, Solisti-Mattelon assists in solving behavioral problems, understanding health issues, healing past traumas, and fostering greater understanding between animals and their humans. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Beyond Words Publishing (October 30, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1582700389
• ISBN-13: 978-1582700380
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,172,113 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Tao of Dog, February 2, 2001

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Jean C. Hofve "Jean Hofve, DVM" (Boulder, CO, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Conversations with Dog: An Uncommon Dogalog of Canine Wisdom (Paperback)

This is a sweet book! The wisdom, love, and gentle guidance of the canine species (and the special touch of author and animal communicator Kate Solisti-Mattelon) will amaze and enlighten you. I laughed, cried, and was challenged to try to deeply understand these marvelous beings who have graciously chosen to throw their lot in with the human race. The questions are from real people, and the answers are from the heart and soul of dog. And they make so much sense! In "Conversations," dog provides answers from the mundane (Does it feel good to wag your tail?), to the practical (What is the easiest way to train you?), to the metaphysical (Where do you go when you die?). Here you'll find everything you ever wondered about dogs, and more than a few things you never even thought to ask. Now I look at my own dog with renewed respect, and find that our relationship is growing more special every day. Thanks, Kate, for reminding me who he really is, and helping me appreciate the great gift of love he brings to my life. No doubt about it, anyone who's ever been owned by a dog is guaranteed to love this book.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars we speak bow wow, January 7, 2001

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Russell E. Scott "futurestar" (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Conversations with Dog: An Uncommon Dogalog of Canine Wisdom (Paperback)

Equipped with a keen intuition, great confidence, and credentials stacked sky high, Kate Solisti - Mattelon steps up and ably swats one home for the dog lover in us all. She has long understood that dogs run the wide and crooked. It's we humans who took the broad view and tried to fit it into the straight and narrow scope of understanding. An awkward fit at best, if not totally improbable. She presents her material simply, in a parable format of sorts to help us understand the heart and mind of man's best friend. Repeated readings pay off. Myself, having to resolve grief issues on having to put my thirteen years old Siberian Husky, Riva to sleep this past summer. I now know without doubt that my favorite life companion is a part of me forever. This book can and should be a part of you. Highly enjoyable. Highly recommended.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally!!- Now have the answers straight from the source, December 15, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Conversations with Dog: An Uncommon Dogalog of Canine Wisdom (Paperback)

I am about to buy 10 for family and friends for Christmas. Every dog lover should have a copy. The questions are questions that we all want to know about and the answers are well written and short.

After I read it--I was going to contact the author about doing Conversations with Cat and Horse. Then I read the back cover and it is in the works! I am very excited to hear what our Cats and Horses feel.

Wonderful book.