DogJoy: The Happiest Dogs in the Universe [Hardcover]

Editors of Bark (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 13, 2009

THERE IS NO GREATER JOY than seeing a beloved dog smile. Whether they’re greeting us at the door, romping with their pals, or celebrating a birthday, their happiness is completely infectious. Do dogs really smile? We set out to prove this idea after a reader of The Bark sent in a photo of her grinning dog, with a suggestion for a contest … and, the Smiling Dog contest was born. So for the past eight years, enthusiastic dog lovers everywhere have been sending in photographs of their smiling pups. DogJoy assembles the best of the pack—presenting proof positive that dogs not only smile, but also laugh, grin, snicker and even share jokes. Highlighted by personal stories and peppered with charming observations, dog lovers everywhere will adore this wonderful collection.

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About the Author

The BARK has been making dogs and their people smile since its launch twelve years ago as the leading voice of modern dog culture. It was the first magazine to focus on the bond between humans and canines. Since then, The Bark has become essential reading for everybody who lives by its motto—Dog Is My Co-Pilot. Hailed as "the New Yorker of dog magazines," it has been honored for its distinctive design and distinguished writing. The Bark was co-founded by Cameron Woo and Claudia Kawczynska. The editors have published two literary anthologies: the best-selling Dog Is My Co-Pilot and a humor collection, Howl. They live with their dogs, Lola, Lenny, and smilers-in-training, Holly and Kit.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books; 1 edition (October 13, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1605297305
• ISBN-13: 978-1605297309
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 6.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #397,461 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you share your life with a dog or you just love their goofy grins, check out this book., October 22, 2009

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It is a definite treat to see my dog in this great collection. Each and every face looking out at you from these pages touches the heart and makes you smile. Dogs truly know how to live in the moment and at times I think we could learn a great deal from them if we'd only pay attention. Give this book to someone sharing their life with a dog or someone who just appreciates the goofy grin of a dog sitting in the sun. The book will make you smile in any case as will the great captions that accompany the photographs. My dog is definitely a neighborhood celebrity too since appearing in DogJoy. She can't get enough of the attention. How will I ever live with Paula now?

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A joyous book, November 12, 2009

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This is the type of book you can just pick up and page through and find yourself smiling. And you can do it over and over again. A great gift for any dog lover.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Feel Good Picture Book, March 1, 2010

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This review is from: DogJoy: The Happiest Dogs in the Universe (Hardcover)

This book has darling pictures and is sure to lift anyone's spirit (especially the dog enthusiast) I have given it to animal lovers in the hospital for a pick-me-up that doesn't require much reading.