With charming watercolour artwork and witty, soulful captions, It's a Tough Job Being a Dog reminds us that behind every lick is plenty of hard-earned love. In this tender and whimsical tribute to the quiet heroes in our homes, Iain Welch invites readers into the delightful world of his beloved canine characters. From the quiet nobility of guarding the sofa to the daily drama of squirrels and surviving terrifying vacuum monsters, these dogs face life's ups and downs with unwavering heart and wagging tails. Perfect for dog lovers of all ages, this collection reminds us that while being a dog isn't always easy, it's always filled with love, loyalty and the occasional muddy pawprint. These charming stories, brought to life with delightful art, prove that being man's best friend is no walk in the park. GIFT PURCHASE FOR DOG LOVERS and fans of books such as The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse and Big Panda and Tiny Dragon. BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK: Iain's watercolour illustrations pair artful composition with gentle humour and insight. Each page captures the unspoken bond between dogs and their humans, reminding readers of the comfort, loyalty and unconditional love dogs give so freely.

ENGAGED AUDIENCE: Iain has built a dedicated following on social media. In the past five years, he has sold more than 5,000 prints, original paintings and greeting cards through his online store, grossing over £250,000 in organic sales with an impressive 31% returning customer rate. Competition: simon's cat; doggie language; a dog's purpose; rubbish pet portraits; rescue dogs; big panda and tiny dragon; the boy the mole the fox and the horse; dinosaur therapy. lili chin; simon tofield; w. bruce cameron; james stewart; sally muir; hercule van wolfwinkle, james norbury; charlie mackesy.