" For the Love of Dog   will help you answer a most important question—'What is it like to be a dog?'—and show you how to enrich your dog's life." — Marc   Bekoff, PhD, author of  Dogs Demystified   "… an illustrative, whimsical journey to better understand the dogs we love, or even just the dogs who wag past us on the sidewalk .  For the Love of Dog … will forever change the way you look at your four-legged friends. " —Maria Goodavage ,   New York Times  best-selling author of  Top Dog A visual celebration and exploration of the connection between dogs and humans. Pilley Bianchi pens a love letter to dogs and dog ownership through observations, lessons, and wisdom gained from her family dog Chaser, the popular subject of her father John W. Pilley's New York Times best-selling book  Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words . Chaser was dubbed "the smartest dog in the world" before crossing the rainbow bridge in 2019. New Yorker  and  New York Times  illustrator Calum Heath's charming black-and-white illustrations throughout add a unique graphic style to this gifty package, making it an irresistible volume for anyone devoted to dogs. For the Love of Dog  takes the reader on a journey of all things dog, with chapters that cover the history of dogs and how breeds developed from wolves, dog philosophy (i.e., What if we were to look at each other as if through the eyes of a dog, with the same capacity for enthusiasm and appreciation of others? ), tips and tricks for good dog behavior compliments of Chaser, how dogs elevated to their current status as human's best friend, and much more. Filled with practical advice and insightful knowledge, this lively illustrated volume teaches us how to better understand our dogs and forge a deeper bond with them. “...a charming account of the journey dog and man have made together and why we should follow in their steps.” ―Clive Wynne, Ph.D., New York Times bestselling author of Dog is Love: Why and How Your Dog Loves You “For the Love of Dog will guide you to build the kind of joyful bond with your dog that [the author’s father] John built with [their family dog] Chaser -- to their mutual benefit, as John often said, ‘Don't be surprised if you and your dog both make leaps in creative problem solving!’” ―Hilary Hinzmann, co-author of Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words “For the Love of Dog is filled with joy, wonder, and humor. It’s a wonderfully illustrated and written ode to the canine/human bond and how that unique bond both expands our horizons and keeps us living fully in the moment. Author Pilley Bianchi combines science, history, myth―and great practical training advice that focuses on respect for, and appreciation of our best friends. And her love for her father, John Pilley, and his brilliant dog Chaser shines through every page. Calum Heath’s illustrations capture the essence of dogs and their people with every ink stroke. I absolutely adored For the Love of Dog.” ―Cat Warren, New York Times bestselling author of What the Dog Knows “This delightfully illustrated book written by Pilley Bianchi brilliantly captures the absolute joy and love dogs willingly share with us. There are so many timely and spot-on nuggets of knowledge in this book that you will want to read it over and over again." —Annie Phenix, author, certified dog behaviorist, member of The Pet Professional Guild “All dog lovers will adore this book.” ―Temple Grandin, author of Animals Make Us Human "...a charming account of the journey dog and man have made together and why we should follow in their steps." -Clive Wynne, Ph.D., New York Times bestselling author of Dog is Love: Why and How Your Dog Loves You "I couldn't stop turning the pages of For the Love of Dog , marveling at Bianchi's unique perspective on how people and dogs communicate. I've read pretty much every human-canine book from the past decade and thought I had heard it all-so was blown away to discover a whole new way of thinking and feeling about our relationship with dogs. I learned something that transformed my perspective on every page of this gorgeously illustrated book. For the Love of Dog will enhance anybody's joy and appreciation of their own pooch. This book is truly a game-changer." -Tracie Hotchner, pet wellness advocate, author of The Dog Bible: Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know , and host of NPR's Dog Talk "For the Love of Dog will guide you to build the kind of joyful bond with your dog that [the author's father] John built with [their family dog] Chaser -- to their mutual benefit, as John often said, 'Don't be surprised if you and your dog both make leaps in creative problem solving!'" -Hilary Hinzmann, co-author of Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words "For the Love of Dog is filled with joy, wonder, and humor. It's a wonderfully illustrated and written ode