Christmas Dogs A Literary Companion Author:Laurien Berenson (Introduction) Dogs may be man’s best friend, and they definitely are considered part of the family. As any dog owner will attest, a home just doesn’t feel the same without a dog. Whether protecting that home, or being a willing playmate, or just raising our sagging spirits, dogs are trusted confidants and true companions. The unique bond between d... more »ogs and their owners at Christmastime is captured in this charming, heartwarming anthology of original and previously published pieces. Included are works from such authors as Willie Morris, Jon Katz, James Herriot, Shel Silverstein, and Susan Orlean, as well as new pieces from PBS’s Uncle Matty, Pat O’Haire, the editor in chief of Modern Dog magazine, and pet advocates from the Humane Society, the ASPCA, and others.
Christmas with Twyla Rose / Emma Mellon --
The good shepherd / Susan Chernak McElroy --
Nell's gift / Marion S. Lane --
Nice doggy / Susan Orlean --
Lady & Trixie / George Rodrigue --
Misha / Steve Swanbeck --
Kate / Mary Bloom --
Guests for the holidays / Teoti Anderson --
Christmas dog / Shel Silverstein --
A Christmas dog / Amanda Craig --
Hippity, happity holidays! / Colleen Paige --
A blessing in disguise / Connie Wilson --
The Christmas trip / George Berger --
Saint Betty Jean / Jon Katz --
Whiskers on wheels / Trish King --
The Christmas after the wildfires / Liz Palika --
Fifteen years until Christmas / Nancy Campbell --
Fleas Navidad nibblers and Yappy New Year yum yums / Mark Beckloff and Dan Dye --