Good Dog. Stay.

by Anna Quindlen

Book Overview

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Short Guide to a Happy Life honors the life of a cherished and loyal friend and offers a heartening lesson on our four-legged family members: Sometimes an old dog can teach us new tricks.

"The life of a good dog is like the life of a good person, only shorter and more compressed," writes Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anna Quindlen about her beloved black Labrador retriever, Beau. With her trademark wisdom and humor, Quindlen reflects on how her life has unfolded in tandem with Beau's, and on the lessons she's learned by watching him: to roll with the punches, to take things as they come, to measure herself not in terms of the past or the future but of the present, to raise her nose in the air from time to time and, at least metaphorically, holler, "I smell bacon "

Good Dog. Stay. is a loving testament to canine companionship, a reflection on the impact a dog leaves on us, and a heartfelt ode to a dear pet.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1400067138
• ISBN13: 9781400067138
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Random House
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.8" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

Remarkable "Good Dog, Stay"

Beyond all expectations. I purchased the book but hearing Anna read this to me is quite an experience. It became more personal. A remarkable cd for animal lovers. I have an old dog also and this has helped to prepare me for the horrible future. Now it's a little less frightening. The loss of a pet is an event that is difficult to prepare for, but this adds a warmth to the idea. Jane F. (South Daytona FL)

Honoring a hound with humor and sensitivity

Anna Quindlen has written a succulent tribute to her beloved black Lab, Beau. It's funny, and fond, sentimentally delightful, a fitting honor to a dog who lived a long life. There isn't any whining here. She makes you laugh as she recalls the pup who spent so many happy days and when he grew old could still get excited about the scent of pork roast in the oven. When it was his time to go they said goodbye with dignity. The many photos of dogs enhance this pithy homage to a wonderful dog. Quindlen is not adequately appreciated for her sense of humor. She is one of our leading literary stylists. This book will be treasured by many dog lovers.

First Class

I couldn't wait for this book to come out. I got it from the store first thing today and it's even better than I expected. Anna Quindlen has a fantastic writing style and a way of drawing you deep into her thoughts; so much so that you become overwhelmed with feeling. I love the way she relates the love for her dog with real life philosophies. Just reading this book made me appreciate all the loved ones in my life even more (including my dog). At less than a hundred pages long it's a very quick and enjoyable read. It's now my favorite of all her works. Another good book of philosophy is Understanding: Train of Thought.