The art of racing in the rain

[allen frude]

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Got a recommendation for this book from a fellow dog lover. Had not heard of it before. Have any TOTVers read this book? What did you think?

Stayed up until midnight finishing this book. It's told from a dog's point of view. It is funny, sad, heartwarming and for us dog lovers it gave some insight to what our dogs could be thinking

[ylisa7]

Stayed up until midnight finishing this book. It's told from a dog's point of view. It is funny, sad, heartwarming and for us dog lovers it gave some insight to what our dogs could be thinking

I loved that book:)

If you are a dog lover be prepared to laugh and cry.

[upinmaine]

My wife and I loved that book.

If you are a dog lover be prepared to laugh and cry.

My wife and I loved the book. It will cause you to go through a range of emotions. Now, when I look at Smokey (my nine and a half year old black Lab) I think I know what he is thinking. I spend more time on the floor talking to him now. He loves it.

Marley and Me is another book along the same lines.

[gomoho]

loved it

[Suzi]

Added to my list. Now moving to TV (7 days but who's counting) I'll have time to read!

[phillygirl]

OMG. I loved it.

[Love2cruise]

Another great dog book, "A Dogs Purpose". You will never look at your dog the same after reading this.

[Barefoot]

Stayed up until midnight finishing this book. It's told from a dog's point of view. It is funny, sad, heartwarming and for us dog lovers it gave some insight to what our dogs could be thinking

We loved that book. :eclipsee_gold_cup:

[mickey100]

Agree - great read, even if you're not a dog lover.

[kittygilchrist]

def on my list..reading Doghead now, but too early to review.

[lovsthosebigdogs]

The Art of Racing in the Rain is one of my very favorite books but surprisingly one by Dean Koontz is also fantastic. And it's not scary or weird. It's almost a love story about his dog. You have to read "A Big Little Life" about his love for his dog Trixie. I laughed (a lot) and I cried. I never knew Koontz could be so, well, human.

[angiefox10]

I loved this book..... It seemed a little "hokey" starting out, but not after I got into it! I've had a lot of friends tell me the same thing. Please.... If you feel that way, just keep reading. You won't regret it!

[Mamaderby]

I agree.....and such a delightful book! I may need to read it again! If you ever loved a dog, you too will understand!

[CFrance]

I could not get past the beginning, where they hit the dog.

[ylisa7]

That is my favorite book. It definitely changed the way I talk to and treat my beautiful Belgians.
Has anyone had an experience similar with another book?


Yes...another very good one is A Dog's Purpose by Bruce Cameron. I really enjoyed it.
A Dog's Purpose: W. Bruce Cameron: 9780765330345: Amazon.com: Books



This one was also good:
A Dog's Life: Autobiography of a Stray Paperback
by Ann M. Martin
A Dog's Life: Autobiography of a Stray: Ann M. Martin: 9780439717007: Amazon.com: Books


Amazing Gracie is also on my list to read:
Amazing Gracie: A Dog's Tale: Mark Beckloff, Dan Dye: 0019628129758: Amazon.com: Books

[CFrance]

Yes...another very good one is A Dog's Purpose by Bruce Cameron. I really enjoyed it.
A Dog's Purpose: W. Bruce Cameron: 9780765330345: Amazon.com: Books (http://www.amazon.com/Dogs-Purpose-W-Bruce-Cameron/dp/0765330342/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1378249233&sr=1-1&keywords=a+dog%27s+purpose)



This one was also good:
A Dog's Life: Autobiography of a Stray Paperback
by Ann M. Martin
A Dog's Life: Autobiography of a Stray: Ann M. Martin: 9780439717007: Amazon.com: Books (http://www.amazon.com/A-Dogs-Life-Autobiography-Stray/dp/0439717000/ref=pd_sim_b_11)


Amazing Gracie is also on my list to read:
Amazing Gracie: A Dog's Tale: Mark Beckloff, Dan Dye: 0019628129758: Amazon.com: Books (http://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Gracie-Dogs-Mark-Beckloff/dp/0761129758/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1378249701&sr=1-1&keywords=amazing+gracie+a+dog%27s+tale)

Amazing Gracie was a wonderful book. So was Dean Koontz's book about Trixie.

One of the points made to Koontz when he received Trixie (a golden retriever guide dog who had been taken out of the system due to joint problems) was: "If this dog does something wrong, it is your fault." Indeed, when she once peed in the corner of the living room and was being chastised by him, he suddenly realized she had been coming up to him all evening, staring at him. He had blown her off because they had company.

So in "Art of", when they abandoned the dog for three days and then hit it for eating the kid's toys, I was furious with the owners, not the dog. That was why I couldn't keep reading the book.

[gerryann]

Another good, easy read is called "BUCK".

[ylisa7]

Amazing Gracie was a wonderful book. So was Dean Koontz's book about Trixie.


So in "Art of", when they abandoned the dog for three days and then hit it for eating the kid's toys, I was furious with the owners, not the dog. That was why I couldn't keep reading the book.


I will have to try Trixie.

A lot of animal books have chapters like that.


Just downloaded a dogs purpose, thanks

Enjoy:)

Another good, easy read is called "BUCK".
Who is the author?

[CFrance]

If you want to read a wonderful memoir about two friends brought together by their dogs, read "Let's Take the Long Way Home," by Gail Caldwell. It's not totally about the dogs but is a fantastic read about friendship and overcoming adversity. The dogs play a great part.

[lovsthosebigdogs]

That is my favorite book. It definitely changed the way I talk to and treat my beautiful Belgians.
Has anyone had an experience similar with another book?

Jackie do you have Malinois or Tervurens? Both lovely. Would love to see your dogs.

Another book that will have you looking at your dog and wondering what they are thinking is from Koontz also. It's horror, although not REALLY scary horror, "Watchers" is one of my favorites because I love the golden in it named Einstein. You'll wish he was your dog.

[Newbeginnings]

I read this book a few years ago and it is one of my favorite books of all time. I have given several copies to special friends, it's so touching and heartfelt.

[jjcat]

for An even better read...Try "Emily & Einstein" another narrative from a dog's prespective. You will long remember this book after you finish it. a beautiful story

[skyguy79]

for An even better read...Try "Emily & Einstein" another narrative from a dog's prespective. You will long remember this book after you finish it. a beautiful storyIt must really be something if it's a better read than "Racing in the Rain!" Anyway, I feel that "Racing in the Rain" is a better read for a male than a female. Do you feel that "Emily & Einstein" is a better read for a male, a female or kind of neutral in appeal?

[mrbgull]

A funny,warm and wonderful read.One that will stay with you.

[anaug67171]

The art of racing in the rain is a book I'll never forgey

[Barefoot]

The art of racing in the rain is a book I'll never forget
:agree: Especially the ending.

[anaug67171]

Surprise ending!!

[skyguy79]

Surprise ending!!Without a doubt! I read this book about 4 years ago and kept it so I can read it again someday! My only problem will be in trying to resist giving the ending away to myself before I finish it! :coolsmiley::1rotfl:

[mickey100]

Great book, and you don't have to be a dog owner to appreciate it - has universal appeal.