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A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me
A Dog Year Twelve Months Four Dogs and Me
Author: Jon Katz
Sometimes, change comes on four legs. — In his popular and widely praised Running to the Mountain, Jon Katz wrote of the strength and support he found in the massive forms of his two yellow Labrador retrievers, Julius and Stanley. When the Labs were six and seven, a breeder who’d read his book contacted Katz to say she had a dog that...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780812966909
ISBN-10: 0812966902
Publication Date: 5/6/2003
Pages: 240
Rating:
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
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3.9 stars, based on 102 ratings
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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esjro avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 946 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 9
This is the first of a handful of books about Jon Katz and his dogs. As always, the author's love of his dogs comes through on every page. I have to stop reading his books while at work though because they always bring tears to my eyes, as Katz never shies away from the sad parts of dog ownership. This quick read is highly recommended for any dog lover.
Honeygirl62 avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 165 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 6
This is the first Jon Katz book I have read. The book is a true story about how he came to have his four dogs and his relationship with them. The first two are yellow labs and the other two are border collies, completely different from his calm labs. He tells some funny stories, especially about his one childhood dog who stole the roast off the table, but it is mostly a serious book about learning to live with border collies.
Rednoyz avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on
Helpful Score: 4
I've read this book time and again over the past few years. Heartfelt and honest writing by Jon. Especially if you've had Labs or one of the herding breeds in your life, you'll be really touched by the story. Be prepared for some sadness too, as living with animals has it's ups and down. One of my favorites by this author. Enjoy!
busterboomer avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 96 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
A dog lover can appreciate this book. The author had gotten a completely out of control border collie and some of the things it did was really off the wall. However, during a year things had changed, for the better. The author and the dogs he had changed his outlook on a lot of things. They learned from each other. A good book.
reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 39 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Quick and easy read. Good insight into the life and love of this man with his dogs. Love and loss and the cycle of life.
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reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 4 more book reviews
Well written and enjoyable book for dog lovers!
spontaneousreader avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 8 more book reviews
Very nice story. Would recommend.
iritnus avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 37 more book reviews
I liked this one better than "A Good Dog" and I read it first. I cried so hard when the Labs were put to sleep, remembering my beloved cocker Lacey. A good book for dog lovers, especially ones who've owned many.
renegadespiritcat avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 198 more book reviews
A very endearing book about life with blessed canine companions, it revolves around their quirks and challenging personalities and how those affect us and make us grow closer.
ladycholla avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 2081 more book reviews
This book was sad, funny and an excellent read. This has been a good change of pace for me. Katz has a great way of writing that draws you in. His winning of Devon/Orson is a pleasure to read, adding Homer was a great move. This book should be read after Running to the Mountain and before A Good Dog, but if not you can put the pieces together without any problem. Good reads, all.
lsecoville avatar reviewed A Dog Year : Twelve Months, Four Dogs, and Me on + 5 more book reviews
I received this book and finished it that same day! A wonderful read for anyone who loves dogs, especially the intelligent border collie.


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