As a fun way to kick off the start of the holidays we’re offering up three pawtographed copies of Bo’s book BAD TO THE BONE: Memoir Of  A Rebel Doggie Blogger.

Just in time for the holiday season, “Bad to the Bone: Memoir of a Rebel Doggie Blogger (published by Kensington Books), the first memoir ever written by a dog, is a laugh-out-loud look at how a canine and two seemingly normal people wreak havoc on an unsuspecting world while creating a lifelong bond in the process.

Bo Hoefinger is not your everyday, run of the mill author; he’s a mixed-breed shelter dog with an attitude.

Let’s get this clear right away: I’m a dog.

I’m 1′10″ and weigh 63 lbs, and although I’m a mutt on the outside, I’m a purebred on the inside. My good nature comes from the Golden Retriever side of the family, while my stubbornness is clearly from my Chowchow bloodlines. I’ve got Rastafarian ears, a black tongue for licking, and paws that should be on a dog twice my size.

I type 60 words a minute.

My name is Bo, and this is my story.

From shelter dog reject to beloved pet and popular doggie blogger, Bo’s life has been anything but ordinary.

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I want to let everyone who lives in the Atlanta area know that Horst is going to have a book signing at the Books-A-Million in Acworth, GA on Saturday.  The store is located at 3372 Cobb Parkway in the Super Target plaza.

Come join us on October 17 th from 1-3 pm and get your very own pawtographed copy of BAD TO THE BONE: Memoir Of A Rebel Doggie Blogger. Grab a couple copies, it makes a great stocking stuffer.

On Thursday, October 15th Horst is going to be on Good Day Atlanta (Fox 5), between 9-10am.  It’s his first TV appearance, we hope you’ll tune in or DVR him.

Once again I want to thank everyone for all their support, we couldn’t do this without you.  We are still working very hard to get the word out about Bo’s book, if you’ve read it and enjoyed it please pass the word on to all your friends and family.  The most powerful thing we have going for us right now is word of mouth, you would be amazed at the difference that can make.

We also appreciate those that left (or are going to) reviews on Amazon (or other book sites) because it really helps sell a book when potential buyers can read the great comments left by others.  If you stop by a Borders or Barnes & Noble please request they carry Bo’s book.  If you’re a Walmart shopper ask them to carry BAD TO THE BONE.  We are determined to get Bo in all the bookstores,  upfront where he belongs, with your help I know we can do it. Please post and crosspost about Bo, every little bit helps.

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Here are some of the reviews we’ve been getting….

5.0 out of 5 stars The FUNNIEST book by a dog I ever read!!

October 10, 2009

By Nancy Houser (Central Nebraska) -

The book Bad to the Bone: Memoir of a Rebel Doggie Blogger has to be one of the funniest and most original books I have ever read. Where else can you spend hours laughing at a sneak-peak before sending a friend/family doggie-lover one of the most unique gifts they will ever have? In that case, you may have to order two — one for you and one as a gift! Read the rest of this entry »

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I want to let everyone know that ‘Ask Dog Lady’, the syndicated columnist, has asked Horst and Bo to be on her radio show this Wednesday the 7th.  Bo is a big fan of the Dog Lady and thrilled to be on the show to talk about his book BAD TO THE BONE: Memoir Of A Rebel Doggie Blogger.

The radio show is on 980 WCAP Wednesday, October 7th at 2 pm (EST) and can be listened to live or later via podcast .

Dog Lady was kind enough to preview Bo’s book before it came out and gave him 5 paws up.

“Bo’s rebel adventures in naps and squirrels will stir the heart and stoke human understanding of how dogs must think. His ‘voice’ is utterly original, sharp, and kind.”- Monica Collis, “Ask Dog Lady”

I want to thank all the Dogsters that have already ordered a copy of BAD TO THE BONE, we really appreciate the support. If you liked joining Bo on his adventures please leave a comment in Customer Reviews, Create Your Own Review on Amazon. Bo could really use the feedback and will send treats to the Dogsters who leave a nice message.

We need to get the word out about BAD TO THE BONE and would be extremely grateful if you would tell all your doggie loving pals about the book and ask them to do the same. It took three years to get this published, breaking into the literary would when you’re a writer in a fur suit is not easy,  we need to show the publishers out there that the dog lovers of America are ready and willing to buy a memoir written through a dog.

Order your copy now and give your pups something to bark about.

THANK YOU!

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“You’ll laugh, you’ll howl, you’ll practically wag with pleasure….Bo is truly the voice of his doggy generation” – Dr. Marty Becker

“Witty commentary and hilarious observations.”—Dog Living

“A real treat. Bo is so distinctively adorable and funny, that no other dog will be able to follow in his pawsteps”- Tracie Hotchner

Let’s get this clear right away: I’m a dog.

I’m 1′10″ and weigh 63 lbs, and although I’m a mutt on the outside, I’m a purebred on the inside. My good nature comes from the Golden Retriever side of the family, while my stubbornness is clearly from my Chowchow bloodlines. I’ve got Rastafarian ears, a black tongue for licking, and paws that should be on a dog twice my size.

I type 60 words a minute.

My name is Bo, and this is my story.

From shelter dog reject to beloved pet and popular doggie blogger, Bo Hoefinger’s life has been anything but ordinary.

Join this incorrigible canine as he welcomes us into his life, complete with his wacky “parents,” a constipated feline housemate, and chipmunk warfare. Bad to the Bone is an unforgettable, laugh-out-loud tale of love and loyalty that reveals the true heart of a modern American family.

A frequent contributor to local fence post 12, Bo continues his nonprofit work with the Beneath the Fence Society. In his spare time he dabbles in knocking over garbage pails, barking uncontrollably, and generally being a helpful force around the house.

He lives in Atlanta.

Grab a copy of BAD TO THE BONE for yourself and then a few for your dog loving friends. Can you think of a better gift for a dog lover than a book written by a dog? The holidays will be here before you know it and Bo thinks every dog in America, and beyond, should wake up x-mas morning to find a copy of his book in their stocking. It also works well as a gift for Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, Bo doesn’t discriminate against any breed or holiday.

Bo’s book is now available, you can order online at Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, BooksaMillion.com, indieBound.org, borders.com, or your favorite retailer. Spread the word to all your pup pals so they can get themselves a copy of the first memoir written by a dog ever published in non-fiction.

A big thank you goes out to the fine folks at Dogster HQ’s for all their support and help. A note of gratitude to all the Dogsters out there who believed in us and wanted to see a book written through a dog’s eyes, it’s you guys that helped make this happen.

Thank you to all!

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If you missed the program but would still like to listen to Horst and Bo just go to Animal Tales and click on HEAR THE SEPT. 12th SHOW, on the bottom right.

A big thanks to those who listened, all this is new to us and we really appreciate the support we’ve been getting from our Dogster pals.  We’re hoping to have some book signings so we’ll get to meet fellow Dogsters in person.

You can order the book online at Amazon for a discounted pre-order price. Bo made me add that.

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We just found out some very exciting news, Horst and Bo have been invited to be on Animal Tales radio with host Michael Cooper. The show is going to be on this Saturday, September 12th at 12noon on WTAN, TanTalk AM1340, AM1350 and AM1400.

Horst and Bo will be interviewed about Bo’s upcoming book BAD TO THE BONE: Memoir Of A Rebel Doggie Blogger. For those who don’t know, it’s a funny memoir of our life over the last fourteen plus years told through Bo’s eyes.

Let’s get this clear right away: I’m a dog.

I’m 1′10″ and weigh 63 lbs, and although I’m a mutt on the outside, I’m a purebred on the inside. My good nature comes from the Golden Retriever side of the family, while my stubbornness is clearly from my Chowchow bloodlines. I’ve got Rastafarian ears, a black tongue for licking, and paws that should be on a dog twice my size.

I type 60 words a minute.

My name is Bo, and this is my story.

The segment will last about 20 minutes and listeners will be invited to call in with questions. Call in Talk Line: (727) 441-3000, Toll Free: (866) 826-1340, and Alltel Wireless customers: *1340.

Learn more about Animal Tales: Entertainment for Pet Lovers by visiting their website.

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On Amazon you can now peek inside Bo’s book BAD TO THE BONE: Memoir Of A Rebel Doggie Blogger.  You can also read his adoption chapter, how he adopted us, on his website Bo Knows.

Bo’s book is the first memoir written by a dog ever published in non-fiction. Not bad for an unknown shelter dog who’s never written before.

Thanks again to all my friends for their love and support throughout my journey. After almost three years it’s hard to believe in a matter of weeks Bo’s book will be nationally published.

It isn’t easy breaking into the literary world when you’re a dog, but thanks to all the great Dogsters who want a book through a dog’s eyes it happened.

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I just wanted to remind everyone about our contest to win a copy of The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide.  The book is truly an invaluable resource for any dog lover.

For Debby’s latest book she collaborated with lawyer Kimberly Adams Colgate on a subject that’s important to all of us here at Dogster, pet trusts.

The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide combines whimsical illustrations with practical need to know information. It’s a “how to” legal plan for your pet’s future security incorporating the newest and latest laws to secure your pets future well being.

To get all the details and to enter please go to the original post.  Click on the link and you’ll be brought to where you need to be. The contest runs through Tuesday, April 14th.

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Last week I posted an article, Beauregard’s Bounty, about Kenneth Munzert who generously left over $800,000 to the SPCA of Richmond, Virginia.  The animal charity was chosen because officials had earlier pledged to protect Beauregard if he should die first.

Most of us worry about losing our dog,  we don’t give  much thought about what would happen if we were to die before our dog.  No one ever wants to think about their own mortality, but think about how you would feel if your dog was taken to a shelter because you were gone and no earlier provisions had been made.

Debby Carman,  you’ll remember she generously donated  handmade dog bowls and a treat jar for some recent contests, has a new book I want to share with you.

For Debby’s latest book she collaborated with lawyer Kimberly Adams Colgate on a subject that’s important to all of us here at Dogster, pet trusts.

The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide combines whimsical illustrations with practical need to know information. It’s a “how to” legal plan for your pet’s future security incorporating the newest and latest laws to secure your pets future well being.

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All of us on Dogster are here for one reason, our love of dogs. I came across a poem and thought it would be a perfect posting for Christmas, it shows the importance of dogs in our lives.

Sure, our friends might think we’re a little nutty, we may be known as “the dog people” in our neighborhood, but that’s alright because we know a dog isn’t  Just A Dog.

Just a Dog

From time to time, people tell me, “lighten up, it’s just a dog,” or, “that’s a lot of money for just a dog.” They don’t understand the distance traveled, the time spent, or the costs involved for “just a dog.”

Some of my proudest moments have come about with “just a dog.” Many hours have passed and my only company was “just a dog,” but I did not once feel slighted.

Some of my saddest moments have been brought about by “just a dog,” and in those days of darkness, the gentle touch of “just a dog” gave me comfort and reason to overcome the day.

If you, too, think it’s “just a dog,” then you will probably understand phases like “just a friend,” “just a sunrise,” or “just a promise.” “Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy. “Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person.

Because of “just a dog” I will rise early, take long walks and look longingly to the future. So for me and folks like me, it’s not “just a dog” but an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment.

“Just a dog” brings out what’s good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day.

I hope that someday they can understand that it’s not “just a dog” but the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “just a human.”

So the next time you hear the phrase “just a dog.” just smile, because they “just don’t understand.”

Authored by Richard A. Biby

There is a book called Dog Blessings, by June Cotner, that is a wonderful tribute to dogs and the impact they have in our lives. Told  through a series of poems, prose, and prayers Dog Blessing honors our best friend. It will make you laugh and cry,  it’s a book you’ll want to share will all the dog lovers in your life.

I want to take a minute to thank all the Dogsters who have become regular readers and contributors to the blog.  Lisa and I appreciate all your support and are looking forward to sharing the New Year with you. Happy holidays from our family to yours.

* The cutie above showing love to his dad is Webster.

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