The book was charming, funny, a little sad, and something which I would give as a gift to dog-obsessed friends. I probably wouldn't reread it, but I would read a sequel

This is an unique look through the eyes of a dog. This dog happens to be a TV fabrication, but it is still at heart real dog and his little book of haikus would make a great gift (or self-gift) for any dog lover. After reading the book I actually went and watched some of the episodes (and may go back and watch the rest too).

This served as the perfect read when I didn't have any physical books on hand. I haven't see the show this book is based on but this definitely makes me want to check it out.

This is a quick read but a very special one. The poems are sweet, funny, and heartwarming. And I loved the illustrations as well. This is a perfect read for all dog lovers out there.

A great companion to a great show! It had me laughing out loud.

Unexpectedly hilarious and a book that would be perfect on a rainy dog with a four-legged friend.

Some funny haiku
make an entertaining read
No photos used though.

A very quick, cute read. As a fan of the tv series, I hope this book isn't a spoiler of what is to come in the episodes as there is an unexpected and (initially) sad event in the book but keep reading!
I was initially expecting photos to be used in the book but instead there are cute pictures (which is probably just as well considering some of the subject matter!). But this combined with just a few words on the simple pages along with a read that takes less than 5 minutes, does make me wonder what the value for money is in the book.

I’ve never seen Downward Dog, but now that I’ve read this wonderful book I feel I have to. Downward Dog: Very Serious Haiku from a Very Serious Dog warms the heart, bringing smiles and sometimes tears to your eyes. I thought the haiku were beautiful, a perfect concise expression of canine emotion and thought. I loved the simple and beautiful illustrations. In its entirety, Downward Dog: VSH from a VSD, sums up everything I love about dogs. It is a beautiful book that any dog lover would treasure.


5 / 5


I received a copy of Downward Dog: Very Serious Haiku from a Very Serious Dog from the publisher and Netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.


--Crittermom

Perfect for someone like me. Very well written an unusual style of book,but so so good!

Perfect for fans of the series, like me, this book contains about 35 haikus written by Martin the dog on the show. The haikus vary from funny to frightening to romantic. Not only will you see your dog's feelings in them (the horrible ending after a car ride to the vet) but also your own. How many people other than me can relate to this example from the book:
Shame: all the food has
vanished before I notice
I started eating

The illustrations assist the reader's understanding of the haikus and in one instance replace the haiku.

This book is great for dog lovers. It would also be a good book to read to children to encourage them to empathize, instead of terrorize, their new doggy brother or sister.

Very cute book. Could be a fast reading. Perfect gift for dog lovers.

It contains some nice drawings. Haiku is the form for the dog to tell what he or she thinks, makes it even funnier.

Enjoyed it.

So after watching the first four episodes, I'm convinced Downward Dog is one the best new shows on TV. That's probably why I'm awaiting news of its cancellation. It always seems the shows I really enjoy never last.

Anyway, when I saw this book for offer on Netgalley, I immediately had to request it. It's a short book filled with Martin's thoughts and illustrations on the important questions in his life. I loved it and as soon as I can, I'm ordering a physical copy. It's that cute and a perfect book to read when you need a pick me up. Here's one of my favorite Martin thoughts and the one which my pups probably appreciated the most. He wrote it about a local cat:

"My enemy lift his head from behind the fence - where I will bury him."

Classic Martin. If you love the show or dogs in general, do yourself a favor and check this one out!

This was quite funny! I enjoyed it and the little doodles, but it was over too fast and I think I'd appreciate it more if I'd seen some of the show! I don't think we can get it over in the UK, but this cute little book makes me want to check it out more.

Fun, entertaining and light read. As a dog owner, really enjoyed the dry sense of humor from the dog's point of view!;
Hope the television show is as enjoyable. Would have liked a little more content.

I am a huge fan of the TV series and was excited to get this book. It is cute, but a bit of a disappointment. It is really short. I think I have gotten greeting cards that took longer to read. The Haikus are fine, but don't resonate with me like Martin does in the show. I have recommended the show to many people (and they all also love it) and expected I would be ordering books to give as gifts. Sadly, that is not the case.

I absolutely adore the show Downward Dog! One of the best pilots I've seen in a long time - Allison Tolman is absolutely brilliant, and so is Ned, the dog portraying Martin. The show is heartwarming and hilarious, and these haikus are as well. They're also a good way to stave off my impatience for the next episode.

Seriously, if you have a dog or if you just like dogs, watch Downward Dog. Then take a break and read this collection of haikus.

Downward Dog- Samm Hodges, Phinheas Hodges 5*
Love this- a perfect gift for any dog lover. Short neat poems (not quite haiku-maybe the canine version!) to bring a smile. Written as if by a dog with his loves, likes and dislikes for the world around him. I haven’t seen the TV series but after this may well go and have a look. For those of us who know our dogs talk to us and we talk to them back (what are we meant to do? Not answer?) A book to guarantee a smile.
I voluntarily chose to read this ARC and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased

This book is full of haiku poems by a dog. Yes, haiku poems from the perspective of a dog!

If you know me, you know I love dogs, especially my own bichon poodle, Skippy. These poems are hilarious! I can picture these poems coming from my dog.

My favourite one is about the "surprise" after "the ride in the car" which ended with being neutered. I laughed out loud at that one! Some of the other poems were about cuddling up with Netflix and a dilemma about his leash: friend or foe?

There are also pictures that go along with many of the poems. They're just simple drawings, that presumably have been drawn by the dog.

I really like this book! It's super short but it's so funny! These haikus come from the dog from the new ABC show, Downward Dog. Check it out Wednesday nights!

This review will be posted on my blog on June 7, 2017.

A short and sweet haiku collection from dogs perspective. I suppose because I have a dog sleeping at my feet, this is even more touching. A great many things are relatable in the story, and seeing an animal battle with his nature, sickness and sadness of the master - this is simply overwhelming. Now the wicked cat in the book is another aspect that I like. There was always a theory in my mind that cats are messing with dogs mind. I hope to see more books by this author soon.

As a mama to three fur-babies, I absolutely loved this book! It was hilarious, heart-wrenching, and an absolute joy to read, Start to finish, this was perfection!