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Be the Human You Wish to Bark At: A Self-Help Classic for the Canine Soul

Move over Brené Brown—there’s a new voice in motivational wisdom, and it’s covered in fur.

Spotted recently in an airport bookstore (by a very distinguished dog in a business suit, no less), Be the Human You Wish to Bark At is the latest fictional gem in the world of self-help… for dogs. Because why chase your tail in circles when you could chase your purpose?

With chapter titles like "Sniffing Out Your Truth," "Sit. Stay. Slay." and the ever-insightful "No One Throws the Ball Until You Ask," this book dives deep into the emotional intelligence of our four-legged friends. But let’s face it—humans could use a few of these life lessons, too.

What would your dog say if they could pen your performance review? “Great ear scratches, sub-par treat distribution”? Or maybe “Tries hard, but struggles to understand the importance of barking at invisible threats.”

The charm of this cartoon lies not just in the pun (although, yes—self-yelp is a goody!), but in its hilarious truth. Our pets are often the best mirrors of who we are: loyal when we’re kind, nervous when we’re chaotic, and wildly excited when we so much as glance at a leash. They expect greatness from us—not in achievements, but in affection, consistency, and the occasional leftover sausage.

So next time you feel stuck, ask yourself: Would my dog bark at me out of admiration, confusion… or mild judgment?Then straighten up, grab a squeaky toy, and become the kind of human your dog thinks you are—flawed, funny, but full of love.

And yes, maybe write your own book one day:
Be the Pet Parent You’d Want to Share a Couch With.