Love of Goldens : The Ultimate Tribute to Golden Retrievers

by Berger, Todd R.

• ISBN13: 9780896584693
• ISBN10: 0896584690
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-04-01
• Publisher: Motorbooks Intl

Summary

This showcases -- in engaging text and inviting photographs -- this favourite pet in all its glory. With stories by leading writers including James Herriot, Dean Koontz, Timothy Foote, and Karyn Kay Zweifel, the book contains literary treasures that golden retriever owners (and all dog enthusiasts) will cherish. From the joy of puppies to the golden retrievers' inherent talent for catching tennis balls and retrieving newspapers, to the unwavering loyalty of the nicest dog in the world, this collection pays the golden its due. Together with these heart-warming tales, the spectacular, diverse photographs capture the easy-going temperament and golden good looks of this popular breed at work, play, and rest.

Table of Contents

Foreword	9	(13)
Roger Caras
Introduction	13	(8)
The Most Wonderful Dog in the World	21	(32)
``A Mind of Its Own''	23	(20)
Dean Koontz
``My Reluctant Retriever''	43	(10)
David Morine
Golden Days	53	(50)
``Sports Afield with a Golden Receiver''	55	(12)
Timothy Foote
``Lily's Gift''	67	(28)
Karyn Kay Zweifel
``Early Bird Memories''	95	(8)
Todd Tanner
A Place in Our Hearts	103
``Broken Treaty''	105
Dion Henderson
``Mrs. Donovan''	129
James Herriot