Best Foot Forward is not your typical dog book... and that's probably a good thing.

Blending real-life stories, hard-earned lessons, and a fair amount of honesty, Malcolm Balish takes readers on a journey through the world of dogs and the humans who think they're in charge. From knowing little more than how to fill a food bowl, to running a successful dog daycare and becoming a qualified behaviourist, Malcolm shares the trials, mistakes, and eye-opening moments that completely changed how he understands dogs... and, perhaps more surprisingly, people too.

At the heart of it all is Finn, along with a cast of unforgettable canine characters, each playing their part in a story filled with loyalty, chaos, humour, and the kind of life lessons you won't find in a standard training manual.

Covering everything from choosing a puppy to training, behaviour, nutrition, health, and those difficult final goodbyes, this book doesn't shy away from the bits most guides politely ignore.

Thought-provoking, occasionally controversial, and often laugh-out-loud relatable, *Best Foot Forward* might just make you question what you thought you knew... and remind you why dogs are often the best teachers we have.

Because sometimes, the best way forward is simple... let dogs be dogs.