The Dog Rules - Hardcover

Thomas, William J.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1552631753 ISBN 13: 9781552631751

Publisher: Key Porter Books, 2000

Synopsis

The Dog Rules is the tale of a wild and wacky adventure along the road of man and beast cohabitation. Thomas and his handsome Border Collie/Australian Shepherd pal Jake are the tour guides. It's just not quite clear who's got whom on the leash (though Bill is the one with the collar rash).

If you have a dog, know a dog, or ever had one leak on your lawn, you'll laugh out loud at the manner in which these half-humans really do love their way to the top and take over as head of the household.

About this title

About the Author:

William J. Thomas is a nationally syndicated humor columnist, the author of six books, including Guys-Not Real Bright and Damn Proud of It and a television film writer whose work has been twice nominated for Gemini Awards. He lives on Sunset Bay in Wainfleet, Ontario under the watchful eye of his unfaithful dog, Jake.

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: Key Porter Books
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1552631753
• ISBN 13: 9781552631751
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 188