If Dogs Could Talk –

Olga, an elderly St Bernhard, is lying on the hearth in front of a roaring fire with Maxi, a young Pharaoh hound. Maxi asks Olga the sort of questions children ask their elders, and she passes her wisdom on to him. Over the course of eighteen chapters we discover fascinating facts about the behaviour and characteristics of dogs, as well as their origins: “How wolves became household pets”, “Just follow your nose – how dogs smell out the best treats”, “Breaking the begging habit…”, or “Pleased to meet you, my name is Doberman – there’s more in a name than you’d think!” Complemented by Günter Mattei’s beautifully clear and vivid illustrations, we also learn all about the different breeds – from sheepdogs and hunting hounds to huskies and lapdogs.