There are 20 projects complete with step-by-step instructions. The first few pages gives the reader tips and instructions on folding, choosing the correct paper and various techniques that are used in the book. The projects are cute, but most of them do not especially say “dog” when I look at the pictures. Unfortunately ,this is not a book for younger children due to the detail of these designs. They may be difficult for a younger child, especially one that has never done origami before. However, adults and teens should have no trouble following the directions.

Dogs in Origami is a fun experience in origami for beginners to more experienced artists. I found the designs enchanting and directions excellent. The one negative was the patterned papers used for the final products, which I found to be distracting and unhelpful from the perspective of the folder trying to see the end result. I found using plain/colored origami papers to be most satisfactory for my own enjoyment of the character of each dog I folded. 4 ½ stars.

What I did like: the step-by-step instructions were clear to follow throughout the book, and offered a large variety of dog related origami one could make.

What I didn't like (and I realize this is just a personal preference issue): I didn't like the number of patterned paper dogs were throughout things, only because on something like an animal, I find that patterned paper is a total distraction from the desired outcome. Given that at least for all of the step-by-steps they used plain paper, though, I am not subtracting a point because of it.

4 1/2 stars

I've never done origami before...today. Yes, so that I could give an hands on review, I tried origami!  So this assessment/review is strictly from a novice point-of-view.

This book is marvelous. The introduction discusses types of origami paper and showing folding techniques. The patterns have a paw rating: one paw is the easiest to five paws, difficult.

Each pattern has a step-by-step presentation that is probably markedly easier if you have experience, but for the two easiest ones, I did okay. There are patterns for many breeds of dogs as well as dogs whose heads move and there's even a pooping one for all of those you who might get a kick out of that sort of thing or have a friend who does (we all do). There's even a dog bone.

I loved seeing how each pattern was worked in a number of differently colored and patterned papers that showed off the design. Some of the dogs looked so regal in their chosen paper. 

Also, having paper with a white underside would come in handy with this book as the directions take that into consideration.

Now I can tell you that this is not a beginner's book. The reason why I was attracted to it was, of course, dogs! However, if you already do origami this would make a lovely addition to your library. For you dog lovers out there, this might be a fun reason, incentive, and opportunity to learn origami.

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.