Book Review: Why Dogs are Better than Kids

by Jennifer Berman
2000, Andrews McMeel Publishing; ISBN# 0-7407-0987-9
Hilarious and heartwarming from cover to cover. Don't let the title fool you. This is not a book or an author who dislikes children. Jennifer Berman's collection of cartoons and wit reveal insight into dogs, kids and life with a delightful dose of humor and empathy.

This book is divided into three parts:
Part I Why Dogs Are Better Than Kids
Part II How Kids And Dogs Are The Same
Part III Why Kids Are Better Than Dogs.

Each section is sure to make you laugh and appreciate the relationships we share with our young ones and our animal companions, and how their wonderful ways enlighten and enrich our lives.

Jennifer Berman's self-syndicated cartoon panel, "Berman," appears nationally in alternative newspapers and magazines, including Chipawgo! She is the author of three previous cartoon books, and is the proprietor and custodian of her company, Humerus Cartoons. Jennifer lives in Xenia, Ohio with her husband Matt Minde, their four dogs and cat.