Good Dogs of Service: True Stories of Honor, Courage, and Devotion

Service dogs and working canines, known as "Good Dogs of Service," use their awesome senses to benefit thousands of people worldwide. Photographer Lynn Cobb has given us privileged and candid access to twenty of these remarkable canines and their handlers in her book, "Good Dogs of Service," to inspire others to love them and become their advocates.

Format: Hardback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2022
Publisher: Cameron & Company Inc

You've encountered them, striding purposefully through bustling concourses, attentively awaiting curbs, and gracing special events—in every facet of life. Occasionally, you catch glimpses of them on the news, in regions devastated by natural disasters (building collapses, avalanches, earthquakes, mudslides), or ravaged by war—the first responders who embark on some of the most perilous and demanding missions on the planet. They are service dogs and working canines, often referred to as "Good Dogs of Service." And they utilize their extraordinary senses to serve the needs of thousands of individuals across the globe. It is advisable to refrain from interacting with these dogs while they are on duty. They have received rigorous training to take their responsibilities exceptionally seriously. However, in this captivating book, photographer Lynn Cobb has granted us exclusive and candid access to twenty of these remarkable canines and their dedicated handlers. Her mission: to ignite a deep love and advocacy for these dogs, just as she possesses.

"Good Dogs of Service" will unveil the remarkable "superpowers" of these dogs, the diverse range of services they offer, the breeds that exhibit remarkable suitability for such tasks, and a multitude of organizations dedicated to training and pairing these dogs with humans. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to witness, through over fifty exquisite portraits by Lynn Cobb, the dogs engaging with their handlers, their mutual admiration and respect shining forth in full display.

Dimension: 203 x 254 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780997640526