Search - Merle's Door: Lessons from a Freethinking Dog

As a dog lover, I enjoyed this book immensely. This book combined the latest research on canine companions and the personal story of Merle, an amazing dog that lived in the Wyoming Grand Tetons National Park with his person, Ted. As an owner of a labrador, it makes me question the suggestions of trainers that humans need to be the alpha dog in the house, because for many dogs, being an equal is desired. Also, it gives insight into the health care provided for dogs. Ted also suggests that dogs need immense mental stimulation and free time off leash every day. This book will touch your heart as it delves into the reason that dogs are the most devoted, loyal companion. My only criticism is that Ted tends to anthropomorphize Merle, who is all too human. Winner Outdoor Book of the Year.

This was an EXCELLENT read! In fact, I enjoyed it so much, I read it three times and I normally do not read a book more than once! The story is of Ted Kerasote and his found dog, Merle. The ending is extremely sad, of course, because furry little people do not live nearly long enough. Reading of Ted's devotion to Merle in his twilight years was extremely uplifting.

Book started off slow, but it may be the best book about dogs I have read. Packed full of history and information along with Kerasote's life experiences. Couldn't put it down
and it has stayed with me long after I finished reading it.

It's hard to say how much I loved this book! At first, I felt inundated by research into the origins of dog-people relationship. I wanted to read about Ted and Merle. My solution? I skimmed over what really didn't interest me and absolutely devoured the rest!

Merle came out of the wilderness and picked Ted. They were together for the next 15 years, nearly all the time as far as I could tell.

The book was set in Wyoming where the dogs could run free and Merle did. He knew everyone in town. Ted called him "The Mayor". Merle made his rounds of the town three times a day for as long as he was able.

Anything I say sounds trite compared to the book and its impact on me. I loved it!

What a great book!! I haven't enjoyed a book this much in a long time! In fact; this is the first review I've ever left for a book!! Couldn't put it down and I forced myself to read it slowly so it wouldn't end!

Good Book