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The Book Of Dog
There's nothing quite like the incredible relationship between a human and a dog. From the moment we lay eyes on an adorable puppy or a wonderful adult dog who becomes part of our life journey, we share innumerable moments of pure joy with our furry best friends.
With forty-five original pieces by some of India's leading writers, outstanding new voices and individuals who have dedicated their lives to animal welfare, The Book of Dog is a testament to how deeply dogs touch us, to the special bond we have with them and the unique place they hold in our hearts and our lives. Through a series of unforgettable real-life stories-funny, poignant, warm and joyous -- the authors celebrate the remarkable dogs they have known and loved.
This book is a must-read for everyone who cherishes dogs and the perfect gift for a dog-lover friend. It will engross and delight readers of all ages as they go through one memorable story after another.
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The Book of Dog is a project to which the editor and all the authors have contributed for free. All royalties will go to registered animal welfare charities.
CONTRIBUTORS
Aanchal Malhotra, Abhishek Joshi, Amitava Kumar, Ananya Vajpeyi, Anindita Ghose, Anita Nair, Anuja Chauhan, Arunava Sinha, Ashok Ferrey, Ashwin Sanghi, Atul Sarin, Bulbul Sharma, Cyrus Broacha, Devdutt Pattanaik, Divya Dugar, Fiona Fernandez, Geetan Batra, Gillian Wright, Gulzar, Jai Arjun Singh, Jerry Pinto, Keshava Guha, Mahesh Rao, Maneka Gandhi, Manjula Narayan, Manu Bhattathiri, Mark Tully, Meenakshi Alimchandani, Naomi Barton, Nilanjana S. Roy, Orijit Sen, Paro Anand, Prerna Singh Bindra, Rajdeep Sardesai, Ruskin Bond, Sarnath Banerjee, Shobhaa De, Shrutkeerti Khurana, Sian Morton, Siddharth Dhanvant Shanghvi, Sooni Taraporevala, Sumita Mehta, Tandrali Kuli, Tishani Doshi, Vikas Khanna.
With forty-five original pieces by some of India's leading writers, outstanding new voices and individuals who have dedicated their lives to animal welfare, The Book of Dog is a testament to how deeply dogs touch us, to the special bond we have with them and the unique place they hold in our hearts and our lives. Through a series of unforgettable real-life stories-funny, poignant, warm and joyous -- the authors celebrate the remarkable dogs they have known and loved.
This book is a must-read for everyone who cherishes dogs and the perfect gift for a dog-lover friend. It will engross and delight readers of all ages as they go through one memorable story after another.
--
The Book of Dog is a project to which the editor and all the authors have contributed for free. All royalties will go to registered animal welfare charities.
CONTRIBUTORS
Aanchal Malhotra, Abhishek Joshi, Amitava Kumar, Ananya Vajpeyi, Anindita Ghose, Anita Nair, Anuja Chauhan, Arunava Sinha, Ashok Ferrey, Ashwin Sanghi, Atul Sarin, Bulbul Sharma, Cyrus Broacha, Devdutt Pattanaik, Divya Dugar, Fiona Fernandez, Geetan Batra, Gillian Wright, Gulzar, Jai Arjun Singh, Jerry Pinto, Keshava Guha, Mahesh Rao, Maneka Gandhi, Manjula Narayan, Manu Bhattathiri, Mark Tully, Meenakshi Alimchandani, Naomi Barton, Nilanjana S. Roy, Orijit Sen, Paro Anand, Prerna Singh Bindra, Rajdeep Sardesai, Ruskin Bond, Sarnath Banerjee, Shobhaa De, Shrutkeerti Khurana, Sian Morton, Siddharth Dhanvant Shanghvi, Sooni Taraporevala, Sumita Mehta, Tandrali Kuli, Tishani Doshi, Vikas Khanna.
352 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2022
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February 25, 2022
I am a ‘dog person,’ and I didn’t love this book. There. Would that mean that none of my tail-wagging, drooling, slobbering friends ever like me again?
This is a book I turned to with much anticipation. I have had known dogs most of my adult life. I have known their love. Their acceptance. Their quirks. Yet, the book falls flat in many places. Sodhi, perhaps, in her love to showcase the enduring spirit of dogs, didn’t quite wield her editing pen as much as she may have.
There were far too many stories from too many people. All of varying quality. With no particular theme, apart from “I love dogs,” the collection appears motley and put together hastily. Some of the stories became repetitive after a while, and some made no sense at all. Especially one where the author talks about taking her dogs on a train. I couldn’t make heads or tails of it. (Forgive me the pun) I get it - this is an ode to dogs. And this is for a good cause. But great reading it isn’t.
The only story that stands out for me is the one by Naomi Barton - this was one story that really had context, narration, and nuanced emotion.
There’s so much heart and goodwill in ‘The Book Of Dog.’ But unlike my canine clan who never fail to lift me, this book left me drooling on the rug, dreaming of other book treats.
This is a book I turned to with much anticipation. I have had known dogs most of my adult life. I have known their love. Their acceptance. Their quirks. Yet, the book falls flat in many places. Sodhi, perhaps, in her love to showcase the enduring spirit of dogs, didn’t quite wield her editing pen as much as she may have.
There were far too many stories from too many people. All of varying quality. With no particular theme, apart from “I love dogs,” the collection appears motley and put together hastily. Some of the stories became repetitive after a while, and some made no sense at all. Especially one where the author talks about taking her dogs on a train. I couldn’t make heads or tails of it. (Forgive me the pun) I get it - this is an ode to dogs. And this is for a good cause. But great reading it isn’t.
The only story that stands out for me is the one by Naomi Barton - this was one story that really had context, narration, and nuanced emotion.
There’s so much heart and goodwill in ‘The Book Of Dog.’ But unlike my canine clan who never fail to lift me, this book left me drooling on the rug, dreaming of other book treats.
May 25, 2023
This book moved me...made me smile, cry, laugh, contemplate...as a dog lover and to have had a wonderful German shepherd in my school days, the real life stories written in this book struck a chord in every way possible. A must read for dog lovers...
September 16, 2022
The book of Dog - Hemali Sodhi
Rating 3/5
Disclaimer - My honest review, considering I paid my hard earned cash for it!
Each time I meet a pet owner (dog) to be precise, I generally get very inquisitive like what breed, age, food and dietary habits, sleeping pattern, any special experiences, emotions etc. This has always been the steady set of questions since my childhood, ever since I wished to have a pet dog of my own.
Though I wished, I never knew the responsibility associated with it and the costs involved. I miss those experiences of having a dog while growing up and was looking towards reading the book hoping to get a glimpse of authors' pets and their rich experiences getting entangled in a web of their creative writing.
Lest I was wrong. There were couple of articles which were intriguing like by Jerry Pinto, Fiona Fernandes but every other article followed a toolkit (pattern or stereotype).
The toolkit about dog ownership included.
-> Breed of dog - Mongrel, pedigree.
-> Did they adopt or shop?
-> Age
-> Form of exercise, who walks the dog?
-> Friendliest with whom? (in the house).
-> Health of the dog.
-> Pet owner and nature of his/her job.
-> Few experiences and emotions which could be shared.
-> Trips/excursions/memories
All the articles complied to this toolkit making every article predictable and slightly boring. There are very few instances where a dog's companionship and its advantages/effects has been explained deeply. There may be two reasons
1. Shortage of space to elaborately write up the experiences
2. Writing an experience might need the author to mention or spill out personal details (which one might be hesitant to reveal, my guess).
I felt a bit disappointed and let down by the book. The articles were bland, plain and lacking creative juice. It felt most were written in a hurry during the pandemic.
Aachal Malhotra writes about dogs in World Wars, Rajdeep Sardesai writes about his dog being named Nemo which sounds similar to Namo.
I discontinued reading Rajdeep article owing to his infusion of politics in the book. I wanted to discontinue reading the book at that very moment, but I had paid my hard earned cash, I continued.
Khushwant Singh's writing on his dog Simba could have been taken as an example article (benchmark) and others could have followed. This book is also on the expensive side, so I cannot recommend or say it's worth the investment. There is an alternate book which I came to know about DOGtrine of Peace by Dr Manjiri Prabhu. Have a look at that one too.
Prologue.
All the proceeds from the book shall be donated to registered animal charities. All the contributors haven't charged any fee for their writing!
Cheers,
Rating 3/5
Disclaimer - My honest review, considering I paid my hard earned cash for it!
Each time I meet a pet owner (dog) to be precise, I generally get very inquisitive like what breed, age, food and dietary habits, sleeping pattern, any special experiences, emotions etc. This has always been the steady set of questions since my childhood, ever since I wished to have a pet dog of my own.
Though I wished, I never knew the responsibility associated with it and the costs involved. I miss those experiences of having a dog while growing up and was looking towards reading the book hoping to get a glimpse of authors' pets and their rich experiences getting entangled in a web of their creative writing.
Lest I was wrong. There were couple of articles which were intriguing like by Jerry Pinto, Fiona Fernandes but every other article followed a toolkit (pattern or stereotype).
The toolkit about dog ownership included.
-> Breed of dog - Mongrel, pedigree.
-> Did they adopt or shop?
-> Age
-> Form of exercise, who walks the dog?
-> Friendliest with whom? (in the house).
-> Health of the dog.
-> Pet owner and nature of his/her job.
-> Few experiences and emotions which could be shared.
-> Trips/excursions/memories
All the articles complied to this toolkit making every article predictable and slightly boring. There are very few instances where a dog's companionship and its advantages/effects has been explained deeply. There may be two reasons
1. Shortage of space to elaborately write up the experiences
2. Writing an experience might need the author to mention or spill out personal details (which one might be hesitant to reveal, my guess).
I felt a bit disappointed and let down by the book. The articles were bland, plain and lacking creative juice. It felt most were written in a hurry during the pandemic.
Aachal Malhotra writes about dogs in World Wars, Rajdeep Sardesai writes about his dog being named Nemo which sounds similar to Namo.
I discontinued reading Rajdeep article owing to his infusion of politics in the book. I wanted to discontinue reading the book at that very moment, but I had paid my hard earned cash, I continued.
Khushwant Singh's writing on his dog Simba could have been taken as an example article (benchmark) and others could have followed. This book is also on the expensive side, so I cannot recommend or say it's worth the investment. There is an alternate book which I came to know about DOGtrine of Peace by Dr Manjiri Prabhu. Have a look at that one too.
Prologue.
All the proceeds from the book shall be donated to registered animal charities. All the contributors haven't charged any fee for their writing!
Cheers,
February 3, 2022
It's a nice compilation of all those wagging-tales. As a dog-admirer/dog-parent myself, I always enjoy stories of furry friends. This book has a variety of stories, some hilarious, some disturbing, and some about the loss - yet, that is the reality we live in, and what we have created for our furry friends!
January 25, 2022
reminds me of what Milan Kundera said, “Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring - it was peace.”
January 28, 2022
This review is specially dedicated to our four-legged friends who define unconditional love. Please do check it out here..
January 24, 2022
This anthology consists of 45 pieces written by people on dogs. This collection makes the reader laugh, cry and fall in love with dogs.
March 7, 2022
Essentially a book of loss – a catharsis, a ventilation of the grief experienced by hoomans who have been owned by doggos and puppers. There are some heart-warming stories of rescue dogs.
The photos of the protagonists should have been with the article and not in a ‘rogues gallery' at the end of the book – almost as an afterthought. Similarly, the brief bio of the authors should have been at the end of each story.
Better quality photos, photos of Gaddie dogs and a photo-essay of the plump doggies of CP, like that of the dogs of Marine Drive would be have been welcome.
The story by Naomi Barton stands out, as does the hilarious sermon by Cyrus Broacha in his inimitable style.
The photos of the protagonists should have been with the article and not in a ‘rogues gallery' at the end of the book – almost as an afterthought. Similarly, the brief bio of the authors should have been at the end of each story.
Better quality photos, photos of Gaddie dogs and a photo-essay of the plump doggies of CP, like that of the dogs of Marine Drive would be have been welcome.
The story by Naomi Barton stands out, as does the hilarious sermon by Cyrus Broacha in his inimitable style.
Dogs. From the Latin dogustus. The Greek dogander. The Gujarati kuttro. What a group! As far as I’m concerned, dogs are in the top Three. Alongside wolves and The Beatles...Here is a lyrical extract:
Dog people, I cannot stress this enough: Walk the doggie, feed the doggie, groom the doggie yourself! Or will away your house, property and money to your domestic worker, and stay in your room (which I'm assuming has Wi-Fi).
She stopped howling and turned and looked at me. Her eyes were huge. They were what puppy-dog eyes were named after. Pools took notes on how to be limpidA must read for all dog-lovers.
March 2, 2022
I come from a cat-family. The Mukherjee clan has been habituated to narcissistic felines since time immemorial until I arrived with a humongous cry and a temperament. Being a seriously petulant child, I took pleasure in any act of disobedience including a sheer dislike for cats which included chasing them (using a walker, of course!) and hounding them.
After spending a considerable time apart from any felines, I developed a strong affinity towards canines but couldn't possibly put it into practical love, given my cautious and unexplained fear of these lovely beings.
Cut to 2020, I share a PG with an adorable Beagle named Scooby who obviously chooses to be the Elizabeth Taylor of dogs and promptly ignores my presence. But I am a good human being now and I don't mind being her door-woman.
Scooby: Yes right Young Lady, you better honour the Queen of this mansion.
"The Book of Dogs" is beautiful collection of stories, memoirs, essays and photo essays by prominent people in the country and are also humble dog parents who grace us into their lives and dog's as we sift through Himachali Gaddis to Dogs in World War I; from Dog Gods in Indian Mythology to personal anecdotes of rescues that are meant to softly play those in your heart as you smile and shed a tear for an innocent soul.
A brainstorm of Hemali Sodhi's, this anthology, with each passing narrative, makes even a non-dog lover, watch them in a more humanistic manner (a thoroughly lacking trait in the country) and sheds light on the plight of the strays and the emotional interdependence of canines and humans.
"You may be lost in the world's design, the little goals, planning that blueprint for life, while standing patiently, the dog waits for nothing but only you."
After spending a considerable time apart from any felines, I developed a strong affinity towards canines but couldn't possibly put it into practical love, given my cautious and unexplained fear of these lovely beings.
Cut to 2020, I share a PG with an adorable Beagle named Scooby who obviously chooses to be the Elizabeth Taylor of dogs and promptly ignores my presence. But I am a good human being now and I don't mind being her door-woman.
Scooby: Yes right Young Lady, you better honour the Queen of this mansion.
"The Book of Dogs" is beautiful collection of stories, memoirs, essays and photo essays by prominent people in the country and are also humble dog parents who grace us into their lives and dog's as we sift through Himachali Gaddis to Dogs in World War I; from Dog Gods in Indian Mythology to personal anecdotes of rescues that are meant to softly play those in your heart as you smile and shed a tear for an innocent soul.
A brainstorm of Hemali Sodhi's, this anthology, with each passing narrative, makes even a non-dog lover, watch them in a more humanistic manner (a thoroughly lacking trait in the country) and sheds light on the plight of the strays and the emotional interdependence of canines and humans.
"You may be lost in the world's design, the little goals, planning that blueprint for life, while standing patiently, the dog waits for nothing but only you."
August 23, 2022
A collection of essays by dog-loving folks, the book is primarily a love letter to our four-legged friends. Although I do not own a dog, I am very fond of them and enjoy their company whenever I come across one. In terms of the essays, as is the case with most compilations, some are genuinely fantastic, while others left me wanting more. Nevertheless, it’s a book packed with emotions and a whole lotta love. 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.
May 7, 2022
This book comes a good place. The editor wants to share what joy a dog can bring to someone's life. The proceeds of the book will go to funds for rescue dogs. So I'm fully supportive of the intent. It is the closest thing to my heart.
I would any day choose Sasha, my cocker spaniel girl over my life. Schiro, a tiny German shepherd puppy who only lived with us for a month before succumbing to parvo still haunts me every day with his soft, brown, sad eyes. Even after 20 years.
However, from a writing point of view the book leaves much to be desired. The essays feel like ramblings, perhaps because most are so short 2-3 pages. How do you capture the love and friendship of a lifetime in 2-3 pages and hope to do it justice.
I also feel that the book conveys having a dog as beautiful thing but doesn't always share the right information. So if you are a potential dog parent, take the parenting stories included here with a pinch of salt. Passing down slivers of left over human meals, adding low sodium chicken stock to their bowls and letting them free without spaying/neutering so that they bring puppies into the world are not the best examples. These are personal stories and best to be left at that.
I would any day choose Sasha, my cocker spaniel girl over my life. Schiro, a tiny German shepherd puppy who only lived with us for a month before succumbing to parvo still haunts me every day with his soft, brown, sad eyes. Even after 20 years.
However, from a writing point of view the book leaves much to be desired. The essays feel like ramblings, perhaps because most are so short 2-3 pages. How do you capture the love and friendship of a lifetime in 2-3 pages and hope to do it justice.
I also feel that the book conveys having a dog as beautiful thing but doesn't always share the right information. So if you are a potential dog parent, take the parenting stories included here with a pinch of salt. Passing down slivers of left over human meals, adding low sodium chicken stock to their bowls and letting them free without spaying/neutering so that they bring puppies into the world are not the best examples. These are personal stories and best to be left at that.
March 25, 2022
“If you’re lucky, a dog will come into your life, steal your heart, and change everything”
45 heart warming real life stories shared by authors about their relationship and journey with their dog. These proses, poetries and short stories portray how deeply dogs can touch our lives.
Being a dog lover and not having a pet currently, this book was like a personal journey of the various emotions and memories that one can create with these most beautiful and loyal being.
Each story became my favourite as I read through. I highly enjoyed the connections people had with the stray dogs and how their actions melted people’s hearts and they became family instantly.
Some dog names were hilariously related to their appearances or actions which I enjoyed reading. Filled with a variety of true emotions, this book beautifully depicts the power of relationship that starts without words but create everlasting warm and joyous bond.
If you’re a dog lover or know someone who loves dogs then this is the go-to book. And even if you’re not, this book will bring a wide smile to your face and make you appreciate the presence of dogs around us.
45 heart warming real life stories shared by authors about their relationship and journey with their dog. These proses, poetries and short stories portray how deeply dogs can touch our lives.
Being a dog lover and not having a pet currently, this book was like a personal journey of the various emotions and memories that one can create with these most beautiful and loyal being.
Each story became my favourite as I read through. I highly enjoyed the connections people had with the stray dogs and how their actions melted people’s hearts and they became family instantly.
Some dog names were hilariously related to their appearances or actions which I enjoyed reading. Filled with a variety of true emotions, this book beautifully depicts the power of relationship that starts without words but create everlasting warm and joyous bond.
If you’re a dog lover or know someone who loves dogs then this is the go-to book. And even if you’re not, this book will bring a wide smile to your face and make you appreciate the presence of dogs around us.
April 12, 2023
4.5/5
"everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong"
I bought this book from a quaint bookstore in Jorbagh, not realising that it was signed not just by the editor but 5 more people who had contributed stories, this was a beautiful surprise and has made this book quite special to me
Now coming to the book and the stories; 45 stories are a LOT of stories to be compiled in one book, and these were written by various authors, rescue workers, celebrities etc. Some hit the mark, some missed it entirely, some were there just to increase the star value (looking at you Mr Devdtutt Pattnaik). There isn't a theme as such apart from the Love for dogs. All in all it is a quick read which will make you want to get a dog or take extra care of the one you already have.
Happy reading!
"everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong"
I bought this book from a quaint bookstore in Jorbagh, not realising that it was signed not just by the editor but 5 more people who had contributed stories, this was a beautiful surprise and has made this book quite special to me
Now coming to the book and the stories; 45 stories are a LOT of stories to be compiled in one book, and these were written by various authors, rescue workers, celebrities etc. Some hit the mark, some missed it entirely, some were there just to increase the star value (looking at you Mr Devdtutt Pattnaik). There isn't a theme as such apart from the Love for dogs. All in all it is a quick read which will make you want to get a dog or take extra care of the one you already have.
Happy reading!
May 29, 2023
Rarely have I come across a book which speaks to my own personal experiences, memories & pain while at the same time contributing to a cause dear to my heart, taking care of canines across our country.
I laughed, cried & sometimes held this book close to my heart while I read through the personal stories of so many dog lovers across India and how almost in each case they were left behind with life lessons learnt from their beloved pooch.
It was hard for me to pace out and read this book as every story was completely unique as is the personality of every canine in our lives.
Kudos to the author for putting together this unique book which I’ll treasure for a long time and I’m sure there will be a Volume 2 as nothing is as unique and interesting as learning about a shared love many of us pet parents feel about our four legged children.
I laughed, cried & sometimes held this book close to my heart while I read through the personal stories of so many dog lovers across India and how almost in each case they were left behind with life lessons learnt from their beloved pooch.
It was hard for me to pace out and read this book as every story was completely unique as is the personality of every canine in our lives.
Kudos to the author for putting together this unique book which I’ll treasure for a long time and I’m sure there will be a Volume 2 as nothing is as unique and interesting as learning about a shared love many of us pet parents feel about our four legged children.
February 8, 2024
I don't always stick with anthologies and like any collection of stories, some of these missed the mark. But overall this is a beautiful anthology, a collection of heartwarming, emotional and tearjerking narratives about love, dogs and the bonds they form with us.
Some of the stories are delightfully clever and funny while others are more touching and a couple grapple with the history of dogs or present poetry and digital narratives. All in all, I enjoyed reading through this book. I'd especially recommend buying a copy since the authors have contributed to it for free and all royalties will go to registered animal welfare charities.
Some of the stories are delightfully clever and funny while others are more touching and a couple grapple with the history of dogs or present poetry and digital narratives. All in all, I enjoyed reading through this book. I'd especially recommend buying a copy since the authors have contributed to it for free and all royalties will go to registered animal welfare charities.
October 18, 2024
Journeys of Emotions
A famous film maker says a story is a journey emotions. Lo! Here are 46 journeys of people who write, people who work in animal care, celebrities- all with one common thread: they all were dog parents and dog lovers.
In an average of 6 pages, each contributor to the discovery, adjustment, love, despair, fear, sickness and death.
I am a first-time dog parent of 2 loving dogs. I never dare think about their death.
But this book makes me do that.
46 times.
And it's my favourite book. At lar with Jacqueline Susan's 'Every Night Josephine'.
A huge shout out and tonnes of love to the Editor Hemali Sodhi.
A famous film maker says a story is a journey emotions. Lo! Here are 46 journeys of people who write, people who work in animal care, celebrities- all with one common thread: they all were dog parents and dog lovers.
In an average of 6 pages, each contributor to the discovery, adjustment, love, despair, fear, sickness and death.
I am a first-time dog parent of 2 loving dogs. I never dare think about their death.
But this book makes me do that.
46 times.
And it's my favourite book. At lar with Jacqueline Susan's 'Every Night Josephine'.
A huge shout out and tonnes of love to the Editor Hemali Sodhi.
October 10, 2025
As a book, the book of Dog, truly offers a vast understanding of the idea, essentially the fact as to how dogs are human being's best companions.
Ranging from emotional to mental aspects, the book highlights all of these aspects that are key in making dogs the special companions they are today. This collection not offers such insights but also an important way of deciphering what is the true connection between humans and animals. But most importantly this book breaks the age old stereotype: "Animals do not have emotions."
Conc: PLEASE, I beseech you, take this book if you love dogs are just pets/animals in general. Would read it another 2000 times.
Ranging from emotional to mental aspects, the book highlights all of these aspects that are key in making dogs the special companions they are today. This collection not offers such insights but also an important way of deciphering what is the true connection between humans and animals. But most importantly this book breaks the age old stereotype: "Animals do not have emotions."
Conc: PLEASE, I beseech you, take this book if you love dogs are just pets/animals in general. Would read it another 2000 times.
April 3, 2023
A heart-warming collection of stories demonstrating in different ways that uncanny bond between humans and their canine pets. Written by an eclectic range of well-known writers about their personal experiences as dog parents, the stories offer amazing insights into the joys and comforts of having a pet, the touching emotional attachments and at the same time the poignancy and heart break of the ultimate and inevitable parting.
Highly recommended for dog lovers but also for the die hard anti-pet tribe. The book will not fail to captivate and convert you.
Highly recommended for dog lovers but also for the die hard anti-pet tribe. The book will not fail to captivate and convert you.
October 6, 2022
Such a wonderful collection of stories: funny, warm, poignant, heartbreaking, but full of hope. I loved how there was a nice balance of indie and breed dogs. And the fact that all proceeds from the book go to animal charities listed inside. This world needs dogs, dog lovers, and books about dogs!
November 17, 2023
Anecdotes by dog lovers and owners. I was looking for something more about dogs, both science and art and our emotional connect.
Still it's a nice book to keep by the bedside for occasional reading and smiling.
Still it's a nice book to keep by the bedside for occasional reading and smiling.
July 29, 2024
This book should be read by everyone, animal lovers or not. I have laughed, cried, giggled, shared pages with fellow readers who can echo the words and smile along... My heart is so full! I really hope Hemali does more such heartwarming projects! Much much recommended!
March 7, 2022
Not a single fault in this book. In that, it is eerily similar to a dog.
March 20, 2022
This book fills my heart up to the brim. I read some chapters every morning and It leaves me more positive and hopeful than ever before.
A must read for every dog lover!
A must read for every dog lover!
March 23, 2022
If you are a pet parent, it brings smiles
April 23, 2022
A cult classic, a must read for all who have pets.
March 21, 2023
Lovely book for dog parents and even better for to be dog lovers.
November 28, 2023
Just and OK book. Too boring for me. Some of the stories were completely dragging.
May 30, 2024
If you love dogs, you will love the book. Quiet Interesting to read about the authors and their experience with their canine buddies.
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