Dog Rules - Softcover

Thomas, William

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0143168169 ISBN 13: 9780143168164

Publisher: Penguin Canada, 2008

Synopsis

Before there was Marley and Me, there was the The Dog Rules (Damn Near Everything!). In William J. Thomas's nationally bestselling book, he and his handsome border collie/Australian shepherd Jake take you on a wild and wacky walk along the road of cohabitation between man and man's best friend.

About this title

About the Author:

William J. Thomas (Wainfleet, Ontario), a nationally syndicated humor columnist in Canada, is the author of seven books and an award-winning writer of television movies.

From School Library Journal:

Adult/High School-Comical experiences are chronicled with campy, intermittent "The Dog Rules" lists. Thomas and his canine pal Jake's adventures started the day the duo drove from the doggie foster home to set up housekeeping near Toronto. Jake slyly encroached upon the author's turf. With intentions of harmonious cohabitation, Thomas exercised his people power and writing ability by creating rules for every occasion. They came in batches of 10, but realistic contradictions occurred after the second rule until the dog assumed the upper paw. For instance, topping "The Dog Rules as They Apply to the Family Car" list is, "Dogs are not allowed to travel in motorized vehicles. Period." The second rule is a bit relenting: "Okay, a seeing-eye dog is allowed to travel in a vehicle with its owner provided that the owner is not the operator of the said vehicle." By number 10, resolve is shot, humor reigns, and the dog rules: e.g., "Okay, the dog can drive at night by himself, but not if he's been drinking. No way. That's against the law." Black-and-white cartoons scattered throughout the book punctuate the absurdity of the author/artist's attempt to be a master. A quick and fun read for teens who are true pet lovers, and who appreciate witty storytelling.
Karen Sokol, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA
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About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin Canada
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0143168169
• ISBN 13: 9780143168164
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208