A ‘Barking’ Good Read…
Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee is a gem of a book, pure and simple. If you’re a dog or pet owner, you will love this book and identify only too well, with the entertaining escapades that the author Cee Tee Jackson has to navigate through in his new career as a dog walker (sorry, Pet Professional). And, if you’ve ever considered ditching the nine to five in favour of what, in your mind is the idyllic life of a dog walker, this book will give you a hilarious insight into what your new career choice could look like.
I think it’s safe to say that if you love animals (as well as numerous dogs, the book also features the adventures of several cats, rabbits, hamsters and Brian the bearded dragon), then in my (humble) opinion you will love this book just as much as I did.
The back cover of the book provides a good insight into what’s to come; written in a self-deprecating and sharp witty style that sets the tone for the book, it got my attention and made me want to dive in and read more.
Cee Tee Jackson is said ex-bank manager and throughout the book, you will meet the numerous four-legged stars of the book. Mischievous, brave, loveable and even terrifying at times, there’s bound to be at least one (or more) ‘characters’ that you fall in love with.
The always in a rush, ball obsessed and wannabe ‘boss dog’…Marley
Lulu and Dulcie who take on the Dobermans and live to tell the tale…
Muffin (or rather Satan’s Little Helper)
The very well-behaved Li’l Louis…
The not so well-behaved Big Louis
Rambo & Poppy…looks can be deceiving
Witty, tongue in cheek and downright funny, you will laugh (often out loud) and even cry – that bit comes in Chapter 13, so make sure you’re at home and not on the train as I was.
Oscar, the elder statesman of the pack
Anyone who is a pet owner will identify with the distinct personalities of the animals and no doubt recognise themselves in the stories where the humans feature too. How many times as a dog owner have you said something similar to what Roo the Jack Russell’s owner said on Cee Tee’s first day: “I don’t know what’s got into them today?! It’s not usually as mad as this”. I certainly have, knowing full well that it most definitely is usually as mad as this, but not wanting my dog to look like the local four-legged delinquent that often he can be.
The book covers the last eight years since Cee Tee started his business and it’s one of those books that you just don’t want to end. Despite what he was told by Roo’s owner, as he says, “every day still brings a degree of madness”. We’re just glad that Cee Tee decided to share those delightful stories of madness with us.
Where to Buy?
An extremely well written and beautifully presented book, Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee will make a fantastic addition to your own bookshelf or as a Christmas gift for the dog / animal lover(s) in your life. It is available to buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com in Paperback and Kindle formats.
Win a Signed Copy of ‘Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee’
Hot off the press we have the chance for two of our lucky readers to get their paws on a signed copy of ‘Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee’. If you think that should be you, then all you need to do is:
- Log in to the giveaway widget below with your email address.
- There is only one mandatory entry method – scroll down to the bottom of this page and leave a comment telling us ‘Why you would like to win a copy of Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee’. Don’t forget to leave the name you commented with in the giveaway widget, else your entry won’t count!
- Optional bonus entries are available by visiting The Dogvine and Cee Tee’s Facebook pages (likes very much appreciated), tweeting and following on Twitter. When you complete one of these options, please do so via the giveaway widget, else the extra entries won’t count either!
- The giveaway is open to entrants 18+ worldwide and closes 11.59 pm Wednesday 25th November 2015.
Photos courtesy of Cee Tee Jackson. Disclaimer: We received a copy of Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee to read and give our honest feedback on (and in case you hadn’t guessed we loved it).
About the Author
Cee Tee Jackson is an ex-bank manager, now running his own small petcare / dog-walking business in the west of Scotland. For many years he ran his Loud Horizon music blog in addition to writing for Artrocker magazine:
Website: CeeteeJackson.com
Twitter: @CeeteeJackson
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That book sounds like something I would really enjoy!
Author
It’s a great book and really funny. The competition is open to people from the US too so why not enter…
Any love for Canada? This book sounds pretty amazing based on your review!
Author
We definitely have love for Canada…the giveaway is open to you guys too!
I would love to win a copy of ‘Damp Dogs and Rabbit Wee’! There’s nothing better than settling down with a humorous book about a subject I love, dogs!
Author
I agree Elaine! Good luck 🙂
Glad to see in the comment above that US folks can enter… wasn’t sure.
I would like to read this because back when I was really hating my corporate job I dreamed of getting out – and one of my fantasy options was dog walker. Luckily I ended up finding writing! But I’d love to see wht I missed! Sounds like a fun book. Love the cover!
Author
Yes Jackie, this one’s open to our US friends too (yay). I’ve had that fantasy too at some points in my life…this book is a hilarious insight into what could have been!
I had to enter, if not just for the eyebrows this title will raise on my daily commute!
Author
Yes..I had quite a few interested looks when I got it out on my daily train journey!
You can never have too many books, and books about dogs, even better.
Author
True words Janetta. My collection is not yet big enough but Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee is a great addition!
Sounds like an interesting book. I used to save most of my reading for the winter months. But since I’ve moved to SC – I’m not sure when I will get to read! May have to change my habit and read on rainy days.
Author
I know how you feel Cathy, I love to read but it’s hard to find the time for some uninterrupted reading…glad I did for this book!
This book sounds like something I would really enjoy! I love dogs, have a dog and love to read dog books!
I love reading!!
This looks a most entertaining read and I would like to win this for our dog walker,Sharon.
because it looks really good
something new and interesting to read
I love a good book, I live to read. This seems right down my street as I have a dog also and presumably can relate to it on a higher level. I like humor in a book and it screams it !!
Just the title appeals to my weird sense of humour
because my son would love it
wanna win for my niece who loves animals
To see if the Escapade’s in the book are as funny as the ones I’ve had walking my three dogs
Because this sounds like such a fun read!
I have 2 goldens and a rescue kitten! Love animals!
I would love to win a copy of ‘Damp Dogs & Rabbit Wee’ because I love animals and love reading stories about animals.
i’d love to win looks fab
It’s dark so early now and winter is about to kick in. How nice to come in from a walk on the heath, snuggle up with Dottie and Ollie and read a book that’s going to make me laugh.
This looks like a light hearted and fun read xx
I have just emerged from 6 months of puppiness and need the next 6 months to read, relax and laugh at someone elses escapades!
I’d give this to my daughter because she’s a dog lover and has spent hours researching their behaviour. She would have loved to have worked with dogs but it hasn’t happened yet.
I love reading and am always looking for a good book to add to my Libery Dxx
This post made me smile and chuckle in anticipation of reading this book! However, if I won it, I think I’d actually give the book to my friend Dee. She’s a recent dog owner (with a 4 month old bichon frise). Bizarrely, we had a random conversation a little while ago when she expressed a fleeting possible interest in starting her own dog walking business. This giveaway must be some kind of sign! Haha 🙂
Sounds cracking
I just love the title
Love reading and would love this
I am a flight attendant and I am gone for extended periods of time, which means I’m away from my little guys. I’d love to be able to take this book on the road with me to keep me company when I am away from my pups.
It sounds appealing and lets face it you can never have enough books!!
Sounds fab!!
this book looks awesome lol
My dog loves chasing rabbits during his daily walk around the fields
I am dog-crazy with two terriers each with a mind of their own. They are totally oblivious to my commands and just love playing football in our bedroom when we are trying to go to sleep!
Looks really funny!
Just seems a fascinating subject, someone else’s job, somebody else’s life change!
Because I love stories involving animals
Because it sounds like it would be interesting to read
It sounds just my cup of tea, I have 6 dogs and 1 rabbit
Being honest, it would be a good present for someone I know at Xmas
We don’t have a dog but we look after all our friends when they are on holiday. I guess we are the pet unprofessionals and the naughtier the dog, the better. Looks a great read.
It sounds a great fun book
I love animals so I know I’d really enjoy this book
Can I use this as an instruction manual for doing this job?
Bedtime reading for me and me dog!
Because I”m a proper crazy dog lady! Love pet stories 😀
Looks interesting
Love animals and love a good book!. Dxx
Looks very interesting would love
as the human to 4 cats a dog and 2 corn snakes I am sure I will be able to relate to this book 🙂
I have a black labrador called Zeus and a tabby cat called Lucky who when I’m around pretend they don’t like each other but I have caught them snuggled up on the dog’s bed whe I have snook back in the house!!! hmmmm hehe, I’d just love to read the animal antics in this book.
Cheers fro this, I am looking forward to the Christmas holidays when I will have some time to read and this would be perfect
would love this because animals and a good read what more could you want x
Would give this to my dog loving sister
This book sounds like something I would really enjoy!
would make a great christmas present for my son xx
sounds like a fun read
Looks a interesting read
Sounds like a fab book! Love animals!
oh wow just found the perfect prez for my sister in law, so much fun
I’m an animal lover and have had animals in my life for as long as I can remember. I wouldn’t have it any other way.
would love to read this