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FACEBOOK<\/a> | GOOGLGE+<\/a> | TWITTER<\/a> | YOUTUBE<\/a> | PINTEREST<\/a> | INSTAGRAM<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cFunny and fresh, Dogtology is the definitive book of wisdom for anyone who believes in dog!\u201d With tongue planted firmly in cheek, author Jeff Lazarus tells in an LOL way how Dogtology is a belief that recognizes Dog as a genuinely \u201celevated\u201d being and there are these Dogtologists who aren\u2019t just fond of dogs \u2013 they laud them and plan their days\/nights around the needs and wants of Dog. DOGTOLOGY: A Humorous Exploration of Man\u2019s Fur-ocious Devotion to Dogs, is an updated second edition by Jeff Lazarus, (Publication: November 7, 2017; Skyhorse Publishing; Pets; ISBN-13: 978-1510726444; eBook\/Hardcover: $14.95; 40 Dog Photos) which tells the story of man\u2019s longstanding, fanatical devotion to dog.<\/p>\n Dog-tol-o-gy (noun)<\/strong> A whimsical, satirical celebration of the relationship between dogs and humans patterned after a religious text, Dogtology will resonate with dog lovers from all walks of life and every creed. Each of the seven chapters with 40 photos reveal additional proof that humans have a deep need to believe in something more ideal than themselves. Devotees of Dogtology will see themselves illustrated in the same system of rituals, practices and behaviors personified by other devoted orders the world over. Chew On This:<\/p>\n The Book of Bones \u2013 Defining Dogtology: its definition, its roots, and its DOG-MA<\/p>\n The Book of Leashes \u2013 Experiencing man\u2019s attachment to Dog \u2013emotionally, spiritually & literally<\/p>\n The Book of Collars \u2013 Witnessing man\u2019s humanization of Dog<\/p>\n The Book of Barks \u2013 Observing the communication between man and Dog<\/p>\n The Book of Hydrants \u2013 Recognizing the rites and rituals of Dogtology<\/p>\n The Book of License \u2013 Asking oneself: who owns whom?<\/p>\n The Book of Realizations \u2013 Accepting and discovering Dogtology<\/p>\n And that\u2019s just the tip of the iceberg. The veritable shrines humans build to their dogs\u2014in their homes, around their communities, and in the media —are proof positive that Dogtology is indeed a bone-a-fide belief system that stands proudly alongside all the other great \u2013isms and \u2013ologies of the world. Have you been drinking the Dog\u2019s water?<\/p>\n \n# # #<\/p>\n \nAbout the Author:<\/strong><\/p>\n \nJeff Lazarus is a leadership coach, speaker, trainer, adjunct professor, and creative who innovates and builds roads not yet traveled. He has an MBA from Pepperdine University and a BA in interpersonal and organizational communication from California State University, Long Beach. He combined his passion for animals with his teachings on communication releasing Listen Like a Dog in 2016. Lazarus is a serious dog lover and advocate. After finally having his Cat Mitzvah, way past age thirteen, he wrote the whimsical book Catakism. For more information about his books and other Dogtology-themed products by Jeff Lazarus, please visit his website: www.Dogtology.com.<\/p>\n DOGTOLOGY: A Humorous Exploration of Man\u2019s Fur-ocious Devotion to Dogs For more information about publicity and\/or to receive a review copy, contact Darcie Rowan PR: 347.407.0942 or email: Darcie@DarcieRowanPR.com \uf0d8 When watching a movie are you more concerned about the wellbeing of the dog than an entire city of humans being wiped off the map?<\/p>\n \uf0d8 Have you canceled plans with a date or your friends to stay home with Twinkles?<\/p>\n \uf0d8 Do you enjoy watching the antics of \u201cDoug the Pug\u201d on FB during lunch hour than actually going out for lunch?<\/p>\n \uf0d8 Your wallet, iPad cover, laptop, sweatshirts and car windows have paw print decals and you display \u201cI Heart Rescue Dogs\u201d on every item you own<\/p>\n \uf0d8 You only send greeting cards for holidays with phrases like \u201cMuzzle Tov\u201d or \u201cHappy Bark Mitzvah\u201d or \u201cHappy Barktism\u201d<\/p>\n \uf0d8 You relentlessly email, Facebook post, Pinterest pin dog photos, dog-toons, dog videos and dog PowerPoint slideshows to everyone on your contact lists on every social media platform regardless of the thundering silence and lack of \u201clikes\u201d you receive in response.<\/p>\n \uf0d8 Your dog groomer knows that the concept of \u201cdrop the dog off\u201d does not apply to you, and you are allowed to wait in the staff lounge where you are given status reports every 15 minutes<\/p>\n \uf0d8 You give holiday gifts to and from your dog \u2013 and spend more time getting these exactly right than you do your gifts for humans.<\/p>\n \uf0d8 You happily purchase high-priced \u201cgourmet\u201d treats, such as \u201cpupcakes\u201d and \u201ctail mix bars\u201d for your hound while you live on Ramen Noodles to save on costs.<\/p>\n \uf0d8 You understand the sole purpose for which cell-phone cameras were invented: to capture cunning and hilarious shots of dogs behind the steering wheels of cars \u2026 wearing sunglasses \u2026 and wearing Scottish beanies!<\/p>\n ** Did you answer \u201cYes\u201d to any of these indicators? Give yourself a dog treat because you are a bone-a-fide Dogtologist ! Senior Pet Month<\/p>\n Pet Diabetes Awareness Month<\/p>\n National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week – 1st full week of Nov by The Humane Society of the United States<\/p>\n Adopt a Senior Pet Month. By ASPCA.<\/p>\n National Pet Awareness Month.<\/p>\n Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Sponsored by Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) and the Animal Cancer Foundation.<\/p>\n National Dog Show. Always broadcast in the US on Thanksgiving, this event is held at The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pennsylvania and is hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia. 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\n\u2014Nancy Levine, author of The Tao of Pug series (with Wilson the Pug)<\/p>\n
\n 1. The belief in Dog<\/strong>
\n 2. The system of rituals, practices, and behaviors engaged in by Dogtologists<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nby Jeff Lazarus
\nPublication: November 7, 2017; Skyhorse Publishing
\nISBN-13: 978-1510726444; eBook\/Hardcover: $14.95; 40 photos<\/p>\n
\nQUIZ: Are YOU a Dogtologist?
\nDo you count yourself among the millions of DOG followers? Are you drinking from the dog water bowl? Author Jeff Lazarus asks the reader to be honest with themselves. Are YOU experiencing these symptoms of Dogtology:<\/p>\n
\nPet Dates to Remember:
\nNovember<\/p>\n