Dogs & Us

Gareth St John Thomas (Publisher, Exisle Publishing)

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Exisle
01 October 2025

Animals & society; Dogs as pets; Gift books

Discover the inner workings of our relationship with dogs in this gentle, informed and fun look at the reasons why we love our four-legged friends.

Many of us know the joy, love and chaos of having a dog in your life. But have you ever wondered why we can feel such an attachment to dogs in particular? Pairing adorable images with the latest research, Dogs & Us is an investigation into – and celebration of – human-canine relationships.

With the rise of hybrid working and average lifespans increasing, dog owners are spending more and more time with their pets. This book explores how dogs affect and improve a multitude of aspects of our lives, covering themes including affection, calming, exercise, friendship and play. It also captures the link between human wellbeing and our animal companions – a particularly wonderful aspect of life with dogs.

Dog lovers everywhere will adore this fresh and vibrant look at the bond we share with our canine companions. With fascinating insights from organisations such as the Human Animal Bond Research Institute, it brings brand new academic research together with playful quotes and images in a collection that will inform, intrigue and delight. Join the growing number of dog owners who want to know more about our relationship with ‘man’s best friend’, and dive into Dogs and Us.

By: Gareth St John Thomas (Publisher Exisle Publishing)
Imprint: Exisle
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 180mm, Width: 180mm,
ISBN: 9781923011229
ISBN 10: 1923011227
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 01 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Gareth St John Thomas is a lifetime animal observer, wordsmith and nature enthusiast who has lived in the UK, USA, Australia and New Zealand. Gareth’s previous books include Cats Work Like This, which he co-authored with his father David St John Thomas, and Oliver Kitten’s Diary.

Reviews for Dogs & Us

“A great little book for browsing for the many dog-lovers out there. I know this would have had many keen readers in my school library.” * Magpie’s Magazine *