Tails from the Barkside

“Animal lovers everywhere will enjoy this collection of tales of dogs. . . . A super gift idea for a dog lover.” —The Pilot (Southern Pines, NC)

Dogs . . . they make us laugh, make us cry, and sometimes make us crazy. Now, in a book as warm and wonderful as James Herriot's Yorkshire tales but set in the real world of today's pet owners, America's number one canine experts, Brian Kilcommons and Sarah Wilson, share their adventures in dog training as well as memoirs of their own dogs.

From one Siberian Husky puppy trying to make it in the Bahamas to the seven Akitas residing in an Italian villa, you'll meet some unforgettable pooches and learn their owners' pet peeves, including:

• The Rottweiler who played practical jokes
• The Poodle whose smile was mistaken for a snarl
• The Scottish Terrier who went rabbit hunting in a New York City apartment
• And many more

“Some of the stories made me laugh. Some made me cry. . . . For dog lovers everywhere . . . a heartwarming reminder that not a day goes by that we're not touched by some wonderful puppy memory.” —Vicki Lawrence

“Funny, sweet, and surprising.” —Boston Globe

“Poignant true stories that show how dogs can be patient teachers, faithful companions, and nonjudgmental friends.” —The Star-Ledger