He easily opens his heart to humans and displays a gaze filled with wisdom. Since he met the Man, the dog has sworn loyalty to him. However, life with this animal is not just about cuddles, games and walks: it can wear the cap of a colleague in the professional environment.
For a long time now, the domestic canine has been helping its masters by carrying out an avalanche of missions. Guarding, tracking, towing and other activities suit him perfectly. Many breeds are, for example, known for their endurance and power, qualities that are very useful in certain areas.
© HELVETIQ
With a pinch of humor and a healthy spoonful of passion, Valeria Alois et Margot Tissot brought together around thirty dog professions, from the most classic to the most unusual. The book Jobs de Woufedited by HELVETIQhighlights a slew of popular breeds in specific environments.
On 104 pages, young and old will learn more about canine workers. Equipment used, training done, privacy, etc. : the book is a veritable mine of information and fascinating anecdotes. Our doggies have more than one asset up their sleeve!
© HELVETIQ
All about expert dogs
Specialist in institutional communication, the storyteller Valeria Alois used his delicate pen to draw portraits of expert dogs. The happy adopter ofArnolda French Bulldog as muscular as Schwarzeneggerexplains how hairballs learn their trade, reveals their source of motivation and reveals what becomes of them when it’s time to retire.
In symbiosis with Margot Tissotillustrator and graphic designer graduated fromEikon of Freiburg, the author pays tribute to all these 4-legged workers who contribute to making our world a better place. Behind the words and images, the duo implicitly reveals the unshakeable affection that binds representatives of the canine species and humans.
The colors, shapes as well as the fluidity and relevance of the text make Jobs de Wouf a beautiful book, very pleasant to read (and reread!).
© HELVETIQ
Sometimes unusual professions
The originality of the book also lies in the choice of works. In addition to summing up those that are known, the artists present the unusual, forgotten and mythological posts.
Tennis ball collectors, curators of works of art, protectors of victims of domestic violence or even water leak detectors: our beloved pets will never cease to amaze us!
To read also: The dog abandoned because he thought he was “gay” was adopted by a couple!
© HELVETIQ
Thereby, Valeria Alois et Margot Tissot establish a fresco of dog professions from yesterday to today. Famous animals like Secular the 4-legged cosmonaut or even Lump the muse of Pablo Picassoare also listed.
Jobs de Wouf represents a complete journey into the world of canine work and proves that not all heroes necessarily wear a cape…
Jobs de WoufValeria Aloise and Margot Tissot, HELVETIQ, 104 pages, €19.90.