The experienced St. Bernard dog Olga and the young Pharaoh hound Maxi lie in front of the fireplace. Maxi asks questions like children do, and Olga answers. In 18 chapters, former zoo director Henning Wiesner lets the dog lady tell astonishing stories, such as why floppy ears can be advantageous and why kisses can be unhealthy. The reader also learns very practical things, such as how to teach a dog not to beg at the table and discovers how dogs can sniff out true treasures. This unusual dog book offers amazing insights into the evolution of the oldest of all pets, accompanied by numerous atmospheric illustrations by Günter Mattei.