Dog Mother: World Culture and Dog Qigong

Dog Mother represents a pioneering achievement that will benefit academics and the general public. The authors have undertaken thoroughgoing research on how dogs and wolves have shaped human culture, with stimulating treatments of canine physiology and behavior, esoteric knowledge (such as the Yijing), beliefs and practices worldwide (especially those related to Daoism), etc. Their work not only enhances our knowledge, but also challenges preconceived notions about our world, while the chapters on Dog Qigong provide important instructional materials. Most importantly, Dog Mother inspires us to consider how humanity can learn from nature, which is especially relevant during our COVID-19 era. Paul R. Katz, Distinguished Research Fellow, Institute of Modern History, Academia Sinica

This book is a treasure that deeply touched me from beginning to end. It has the world’s most wonderful title, Dog Mother. The book covers all the topics I love: dogs, Chinese culture, qigong, history, religion, and information about animal and human interaction. It excites me to see all this under one cover. It is a treat that I am willing to dig and roll in the mud for until the dog star has completed its journey through the sky. Dr. Baolin Wu, with a dog’s truthfulness and hard-working dedication to serving the greater good, has lovingly shepherded this precious gem to fulfillment. Brent Wulf has researched the content with a dog’s magical sense of smell for treasures large and small from Chinese and world history with a dog’s loyalty to his human teacher, playful spirit, and commitment to truth and beauty. This book embodies the pure heart, integrity, love, and joy that only dog people can summon. Dog Mother is a jewel that will make you cry, laugh and howl at the moon, even if you are a cat person. Sabine Wilms, Happy Goat Productions and Imperial Tutor