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As the crisp air of autumn settles in, we find ourselves embracing the simple pleasures of cooler nights and leisurely mornings spent with our beloved dogs and a captivating book.
We hope you enjoy this month's selection of books for the Dog Lovers Book Club. We've curated a collection that celebrates the unique bond between humans and their canine companions as well as wonderful educational children's illustrated books. These books are specifically designed to instil a love of pets and reading in young minds.
WINE DOGS AUSTRALIA 6
This sixth edition of Wine Dogs Australia features over 150 wineries with captivating portraits of their loyal pooches.
Meet the canine celebrities of the Australian wine industry, including the Porepunkah horse whisperer, the Hunter Valley cavador who's mad for mud and the four-legged Tassie wedding crasher who loves a party.
Wine Dogs Australia 6 is a photographic journal created all for the love of dogs and wine.
Publisher: Giant Dog, 1st March 2025
FOUR THOUSANDS PAWS
Caring for the Dogs of the Iditarod: A Veterinarian's Story
by Lee Morgan
Few sporting events attract as much attention, or create as much spectacle, as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Each March, despite sub-zero temperatures and white-out winds, hundreds of dogs and dozens of mushers journey to Anchorage, Alaska, to participate in "The Last Great Race on Earth," a gruelling, thousand-mile race across the Alaskan wilderness.
While many veterinarians apply, only a small number are approved to examine the elite canine athletes who, using solely their muscle and an innate drive to race, carry handlers between frozen outposts each year, risking injury, illness, and fatigue along the way.
"Wine Dogs is the perfect antidote for those who are at risk of taking wine too seriously which is most of us." - Huon Hooke, The Sydney Morning Herald
Publisher: Giant Dog, 1st March 2025
Price: $38.25 (RRP $49.00) from www.booktopia.com.au
FOUR THOUSANDS PAWS
Caring for the Dogs of the Iditarod: A Veterinarian's Story
by Lee Morgan
Few sporting events attract as much attention, or create as much spectacle, as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Each March, despite sub-zero temperatures and white-out winds, hundreds of dogs and dozens of mushers journey to Anchorage, Alaska, to participate in "The Last Great Race on Earth," a gruelling, thousand-mile race across the Alaskan wilderness.
In Four Thousand Paws, award-winning veterinarian Lee Morgan - a member of the Iditarod's expert veterinary corps - tells the story of these heroic dogs, following the teams as they traverse deep spruce forests, climb steep mountain slopes, and navigate over ice-bound rivers toward Nome (read the story of Balto, hero of the Nome serum run), on the coast of the Bering Sea, where the famed Burled Arch awaits.
From the Huskies of Iditarods past to the intrepid dogs of today, Morgan shows how these fierce competitors surmount the dangers of the Arctic, aided, along the way, by attentive mushers and volunteer veterinarians.
From the Huskies of Iditarods past to the intrepid dogs of today, Morgan shows how these fierce competitors surmount the dangers of the Arctic, aided, along the way, by attentive mushers and volunteer veterinarians.
A world away from his Georgetown veterinary clinic, Morgan examines dogs at each checkpoint, and sees how their body language reflects the thrill of the race - and how, when pulled from it, they often refuse to eat. As in any team sport, distinct personalities among the sled dogs create complex group dynamics, and Morgan captures moments of intense rivalry, defeat, camaraderie, and, ultimately, triumph.
Paperback, 304 pages
Publisher: W W Norton & Company, 25th February 2025
Price: $23.97 from www.amazon.com.au
CANINE KISSES
by Roger Arsht (Author)
Fresh out of vet school and eager to make a difference, Kaybri Lynn inherits a veterinary practice in the heart of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Feeling a little awkward due to her socially inept and headstrong personality, she eventually settles into a daily work routine with her new staff.
Organised into ‘clinics’, each chapter feels like a day in the life of a busy general practitioner, where emergencies are juggled with routine consultations and every so often something unexpected pops up.
Ideal for senior veterinary students, new graduates, those returning to practice, and those seeking a general practice workout, this book presents cases as they appear in real life, often messier and less complete than textbook descriptions. The clinical content is complemented by topics on wellbeing and professional practice, as well as recipes for simple and nutritious meals to feed veterinary body and soul.
This book makes a persuasive argument for general practice as a speciality in its own right and celebrates the role of general practice veterinarians and their vital contribution to animal health and welfare in the community.
Paperback, 330 pages
THE HERBAL DOG
Holistic Canine Herbalism: Applications and Practice
by Rita Hogan, Isla Fishburn (Foreword by)
A hands-on guide to holistic canine herbalism
Put the kettle on and join them on their adventure.
DAD'S DOG DOUG
by Gina Dawson, illustrated by Bima Perera
Dad has a dog named Doug. Doug is different to most dogs.
Doug is Dad’s helper dog, and he goes everywhere with Dad.
People often stare at Dad and Doug or ask questions. But when children at the sports club say mean things about Dad, Darcy is upset.
Dad invites the children to their house, so that they can meet Doug and learn about the job he does. The visit has amazing results!
Dad’s Dog Doug is not just about a dog.
It’s about looking, feeling or being different, respecting differences, how we are all unique, and how being ourselves is the most important thing of all.
Hardback, 32 pages
Publisher: New Holland Publishers, 10th January 2025
RRP: $19.99. For more information, visit au.newhollandpublishers.com
HOME ALONE
by Barbara Nascimbeni
When Frido the dog is left at home by himself, he feigns loneliness just long enough to get his owner out the door - and then the fun begins.
by Roger Arsht (Author)
But this is short-lived when severely injured dogs are often dropped off at the clinic's doorstep, and young dogs who should be healthy and vibrant are suffering in unusual numbers from congenital issues.
Kaybri questions her predecessor and discovers a disturbing arrangement he has with local Amish puppy mill operators. As Kaybri's headstrong nature clashes with the clinic's employees and clients, radical animal rights activists in the area escalate their efforts, putting both human and canine lives at risk.
Caught between her professional duties and her moral compass, Kaybri must confront her own past demons to find a balance between what she ought to do and what she must do.
Paperback, 220 pages
Publisher: Wheatmark, 8th January 2025
Publisher: Wheatmark, 8th January 2025
RRP: $24.62 from www.amazon.com.au
THE VETERINARY GENERAL PRACTICE CASEBOOK
Companion Animal Clinics
by Andrew Gardiner (Editor), Anne Quain (Editor)
A harmless-looking papilloma on Monday morning, a fitting Bulldog on Wednesday afternoon, a pyometra last thing on Friday – The Veterinary General Practice Casebook echoes life at the coalface of companion animal practice.
Ideal for senior veterinary students, new graduates, those returning to practice, and those seeking a general practice workout, this book presents cases as they appear in real life, often messier and less complete than textbook descriptions. The clinical content is complemented by topics on wellbeing and professional practice, as well as recipes for simple and nutritious meals to feed veterinary body and soul.
This book makes a persuasive argument for general practice as a speciality in its own right and celebrates the role of general practice veterinarians and their vital contribution to animal health and welfare in the community.
Paperback, 330 pages
Publisher: CRC Press (1st edition), 27 February 2025
Price: $109.60 (free shipping) from www.routledge.com
Holistic Canine Herbalism: Applications and Practice
by Rita Hogan, Isla Fishburn (Foreword by)
A hands-on guide to holistic canine herbalism
- Teaches the tenets of holistic herbalism for the individual dog
- Presents safe, clinically proven, and effective protocols for common canine conditions, from acid reflux to allergies to itching, scratching, and yeast.
- Lays out a comprehensive materia medica of canine-specific herbs, including what conditions they are good for, their energetics, internal and external use, safe dosages, and contraindications
In this comprehensive guide to holistic care for dogs, clinical canine herbalist Rita Hogan explains that by looking at dogs as individual ecosystems with unique personalities, physiology, and needs, we can select effective and personalised herbal remedies to support their constitutions and provide relief from many different ailments.
Hogan, who has spent more than two decades working with canines, uses energetic principles (cool, warm, dry, damp) to reveal how herbs are not "one size fits all" and how to find the root cause of chronic imbalances. She discusses in depth how a dog’s main organ systems work, how they are connected to each other, and why we need to understand them when choosing specific herbs and foods.
Presenting safe, clinically proven, and effective protocols for common canine conditions from acid reflux to allergies to itching, scratching, and yeast infections, Hogan presents a wide variety of holistic and herbal remedies: from herbal tinctures and glycerites to flower essences, essential oils, medicinal mushrooms, and homeopathy. Her comprehensive materia medica of canine-specific herbs, used in her practice, details what herbs are good for which conditions and why, safe dosage recommendations for each herbal remedy, and when to discontinue an herb.
Allowing each of us to take a hands-on approach to our canine companions’ health and longevity, this herbal guide outlines how to help them live their best lives by our sides.
Hogan, who has spent more than two decades working with canines, uses energetic principles (cool, warm, dry, damp) to reveal how herbs are not "one size fits all" and how to find the root cause of chronic imbalances. She discusses in depth how a dog’s main organ systems work, how they are connected to each other, and why we need to understand them when choosing specific herbs and foods.
Presenting safe, clinically proven, and effective protocols for common canine conditions from acid reflux to allergies to itching, scratching, and yeast infections, Hogan presents a wide variety of holistic and herbal remedies: from herbal tinctures and glycerites to flower essences, essential oils, medicinal mushrooms, and homeopathy. Her comprehensive materia medica of canine-specific herbs, used in her practice, details what herbs are good for which conditions and why, safe dosage recommendations for each herbal remedy, and when to discontinue an herb.
Allowing each of us to take a hands-on approach to our canine companions’ health and longevity, this herbal guide outlines how to help them live their best lives by our sides.
“Even if skeptical readers don’t come away completely convinced, they’ll be enormously educated Hogan imparts a huge amount of biological information about dogs, and does it all with an easy readability that will make quite a bit of it stick. An informative and sometimes eye-opening examination of natural remedies for helping your dog.” - Kirkus Reviews
Paperback, 464 pages
Publisher: Healing Arts Press, 2nd April 2025 Price: $29.99 (pre-order price) at www.amazon.com.au
UNDERDOGS IV. MISSION:IMPROBABLE
by Gray Freeman (Author), Brendan Freedog (Author)
A Rescue Dog, A Man and A Van At Large In The Peak District
The much loved Peak District was the first National Park and is on the doorstep of 20 million people. It was recently used as a filming location for the epic Tom Cruise Mission: Impossible series.
This is the story of a man and a former street dog, setting off on a mission around the Peaks. It is a personal journey filled with memories, but also filled with challenges. Gray and Brendan are embarking on their most ambitious trip ever, with a series of missions to attempt, including climbing the Peak District’s two mountains.
A Rescue Dog, A Man and A Van At Large In The Peak District
The much loved Peak District was the first National Park and is on the doorstep of 20 million people. It was recently used as a filming location for the epic Tom Cruise Mission: Impossible series.
It won’t be easy. It might not be possible. It isn’t even probable. But as long as they don’t pass a tearoom or a bench with a nice view, there’s a very slim chance they might achieve their mission.
This is also a book about enjoying the open countryside and appreciating the moment; it is about trying to live your best life with your best friend.
underdogs IV. MISSION:IMPROBABLE is a humorous travelogue. It is entertaining, engaging, laugh-out-loud funny, sometimes insightful and life-affirming. The relationship between man and dog is heart-warming as they challenge themselves like never before... and then have a sit down and a cup of tea.
This is also a book about enjoying the open countryside and appreciating the moment; it is about trying to live your best life with your best friend.
underdogs IV. MISSION:IMPROBABLE is a humorous travelogue. It is entertaining, engaging, laugh-out-loud funny, sometimes insightful and life-affirming. The relationship between man and dog is heart-warming as they challenge themselves like never before... and then have a sit down and a cup of tea.
Put the kettle on and join them on their adventure.
Paperback, 305 pages
Publisher: Independently published, 1st November 2024
by Olivia Wakeford (Author), David Litchfield (Illustrator)
A life-affirming story of the extraordinary friendship between a boy and his dog.
Ten-year-old Rhys really loves dogs. When he finds a lost black Labrador with big conker eyes and ears like soft velvet, he can’t quite believe his luck. Nobody comes forward to claim Worthington, giving Rhys the perfect opportunity to prove he’s a good owner. But when Rhys moves to London to live with his estranged dad who hates dogs, Rhys decides to keep Worthington secret.
Struggling to connect with his dad in a new city, Rhys takes comfort in Worthington. But he soon discovers that looking after a secret dog is anything but easy, and he knows that before long he’ll have to confront his fears and find a way to tell Dad…
Phenomenally moving and beautifully written, My Dog shows us that accepting the present doesn’t mean forgetting the past – in a story that will live with you for ever.
Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher: HarperCollins GB, 2nd July 2025
For Ages: 9 - 12 years old
Ten-year-old Rhys really loves dogs. When he finds a lost black Labrador with big conker eyes and ears like soft velvet, he can’t quite believe his luck. Nobody comes forward to claim Worthington, giving Rhys the perfect opportunity to prove he’s a good owner. But when Rhys moves to London to live with his estranged dad who hates dogs, Rhys decides to keep Worthington secret.
Struggling to connect with his dad in a new city, Rhys takes comfort in Worthington. But he soon discovers that looking after a secret dog is anything but easy, and he knows that before long he’ll have to confront his fears and find a way to tell Dad…
Phenomenally moving and beautifully written, My Dog shows us that accepting the present doesn’t mean forgetting the past – in a story that will live with you for ever.
Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher: HarperCollins GB, 2nd July 2025
For Ages: 9 - 12 years old
RRP: $17.99 from www.amazon.com.au
by Gina Dawson, illustrated by Bima Perera
Doug is Dad’s helper dog, and he goes everywhere with Dad.
People often stare at Dad and Doug or ask questions. But when children at the sports club say mean things about Dad, Darcy is upset.
Dad invites the children to their house, so that they can meet Doug and learn about the job he does. The visit has amazing results!
Dad’s Dog Doug is not just about a dog.
It’s about looking, feeling or being different, respecting differences, how we are all unique, and how being ourselves is the most important thing of all.
Hardback, 32 pages
Publisher: New Holland Publishers, 10th January 2025
RRP: $19.99. For more information, visit au.newhollandpublishers.com
HOME ALONE
by Barbara Nascimbeni
After scootering down the hallway and somersaulting on the bed, Frido embarks on a strict agenda of all his favourite things: dressing up, chatting online, yoga, and disco-dancing with friends.
But the day goes by too quickly! Can he cover his tracks in time?
Hardback, 48 pages
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd., 25th June 2021
Hardback, 48 pages
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd., 25th June 2021
For Ages: 3+ years old
RRP: $21.99 from www.booktopia.com.au
SPOT STAYS OVERNIGHT
by Eric Hill
Join Spot as he stays overnight in this classic lift-the-flap tale - now available as a board book!
Join Spot as he stays overnight in this classic lift-the-flap tale - now available as a board book!
Spot can't wait to stay overnight at Steve's house, but he forgets to pack an important item - his teddy! Luckily, Spot's Mum saves the day... and night!
With fun flaps to develop fine motor skills and a fun story to encourage curiosity and exploration, this classic story is perfect for early learning and play.
Eric Hill's Where's Spot was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million books worldwide.
Board Book, 22 pages
Publisher: Penguin Books, Imprint: Puffin, 11th March 2025
RRP: $14.99. For stockists, visit www.penguin.com.au
Cuddles loves warm laps, snuggly couches and soft beds. He is most definitely an inside dog. So when his family decides to bring him along on a farm holiday, Cuddles is horrified to find himself outside with the farm dogs.
Will this inside dog ever be ready for outside adventures?
A charming book about stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things from CBCA award-winning author Pip Harry, with illustrations by Carolyn Davis.
by Eric Hill
Join Spot as he stays overnight in this classic lift-the-flap tale - now available as a board book!
Spot can't wait to stay overnight at Steve's house, but he forgets to pack an important item - his teddy! Luckily, Spot's Mum saves the day... and night!
With fun flaps to develop fine motor skills and a fun story to encourage curiosity and exploration, this classic story is perfect for early learning and play.
Eric Hill's Where's Spot was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million books worldwide.
Board Book, 22 pages
Publisher: Penguin Books, Imprint: Puffin, 11th March 2025
RRP: $14.99. For stockists, visit www.penguin.com.au
THE INSIDE DOG
by Pip Harry, illustrated by Carolyn Davis
Will this inside dog ever be ready for outside adventures?
A charming book about stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things from CBCA award-winning author Pip Harry, with illustrations by Carolyn Davis.
Picture Book (Hardback), 32 pages
Publisher: Hachette Australia, Imprint: Lothian Children's Books, 25th February 2025
For Ages: 3-5 years old
Publisher: Hachette Australia, Imprint: Lothian Children's Books, 25th February 2025
For Ages: 3-5 years old
RRP: $23.75 from www.booktopia.com.au
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