The best books that remind us why dogs (and other animals) are humans’ best friends

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The best books for dog lovers

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The best books in first person that tell it like it is

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The best books about people with other animals in the mix

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The best books if you’re a dog needing rescuing

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The best books about our deep bond with dogs

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The best heart-melting, life affirming books about the bond between a dog & his human

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The best books about dogs as our teachers

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The best books about dogs and their people

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