Quotes
“We must be their ally, their voice. The Dog Merchants shows you that the way to start is to be a conscious consumer.” Robin Layton, Pulitzer Prize nominee and coauthor of A Letter to My Dog
“That Kim Kavin sees questions where the rest of the world sees everyday life is what makes her a great reporter. That she gets answers is what makes The Dog Merchants such a necessary and compelling read.” Jim Gorant, New York Times bestselling author
“A riveting, informative, and important look at how man’s best friend became man’s hottest commodity. Brilliantly explores both sides of every issue in a surprisingly even-handed manner, while steadfastly remaining a passionate advocate for the dogs caught in the middle.” Teresa J. Rhyne, New York Times bestselling author
“The book’s primary focus is an investigative examination of the business practices of dog sales, and it is clear that Kavin’s intent is for conscious consumers to use their pocketbooks to force all breeders to produce healthy dogs that are ultimately good family members. Essential reading for all dog lovers, this balanced work will become the standard on this topic.” Library Journal (starred review)
“Will inevitably raise the hackles of breeders who believe they are being depicted unfairly. But those who are breeding and raising dogs responsibly will find validation in their endeavors—and consumers seeking to buy or adopt dogs will benefit from the information Kavin has gathered as they make their decisions.” Publishers Weekly
“Kavin wades into the eleven billion dollar dog business in this devastatingly clear-cut exposé…Kavin’s findings are enraging, and there is no one to blame for this mess but ourselves.” Booklist
“A hard-hitting exploration of the idea of ‘dogs as a product’…A scathing indictment of an industry run amok; belongs on every pet lover’s bookshelf.” Kirkus Reviews
“Deeply researched, entertainingly written, and incredibly thorough. Read it before you pick out your next puppy.” Josh Dean, author of Show Dog