Your Dog

"Chock full of practical advice on both behavior and health. Anyone who is getting their first dog should read this informative book."

-Temple Grandin, Author of Animals in Translation and Animals Make us Human

"What a great reference to have on hand! YOUR DOG is such a blessing to all of us dog lovers everywhere. Good advice from someone we can trust."

-Betty White, award-winning actress

"This book has every type of pet parent tip a dog owner needs. The only thing Marty forgot was to remind people to always be nice to your doggies because they have seen you naked."

-Joy Behar, host of The Joy Behar Show and co-host of The View

"Dr. Marty Becker packs thirty-plus years of veterinary experience and a lifelong love of dogs into an easy-to-read guide to the joys and responsibilities of being the owner your pet deserves."

-Robin Ganzert, PhD, President and CEO, American Humane Association

"Loaded with practical, useful information--including how to choose a canine companion from a shelter, rescue group, or reputable breeder while avoiding puppy mills--Dr. Marty Becker's new book is a must read."

-Dr. Steven Hansen, Chief Operating Officer, ASPCA

"I've had dogs my whole life, and didn't realize there was so much more to know about them! I learned some new tricks from Marty that I can't wait to try on my tail-waggers . . . a complete dog-care book no canine-lover should be without!"

-Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus, Columbus Zoo, and host of Into the Wild

"An easy and fun read . . . We all want a happy dog that is easy to live with. Dr. Marty Becker does a great job shedding light on the foundation necessary to enjoy life with a dog as a part of the family."

-Tamar Geller, Author of The Loved Dog, Founder of Operation Heroes & Hounds

"A must-have book for any dog-lover. It provides current facts with helpful recommendations for loving and living with our dogs through their lifespan."

-Rebecca Johnson, PhD, RN, FAAN, Director, Research Center for Human Animal Interaction, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri