Merle's Door: Lessons from a Freethinking Dog

Kerasote, Ted

ISBN 10: 1400103576 ISBN 13: 9781400103577

Publisher: Tantor Audio, 2007

Synopsis

Describes how the author adopted a dog living on its own in the wild that he encountered during a camping trip and his decision to install a dog door in his house so that the dog could live both inside and outside, in a study of the human-dog partnership, animal consciousness and behavior, and how dogs might live if they can make some of their own decisions. Read by Patrick Lawlor. Simultaneous.

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Product Description

Rare Book

Review

"A thoughtful look at animal intelligence and the human-dog connection."

"[T]his summer's "Marley"? In his memoir cum training manual, Kerasote waxes poetic about his mutt Merle and provides tips for deepening the dog/human bond."

"Kerasote gives readers much to consider that will enrich their own relationships with their pets. His book is highly recommended, but it does come with a tissue alert."

"Merle's Door is a window into the mind of a dog.  You will experience his loyalty, fears, and joys and his true inner self. Everybody who loves dogs must read this book."

"In telling Merle's story, Kerasote also explores the science behind canine behavior and evolution, weaving in research on the human-canine bond and musing on the way dogs see the world. Merle is a true character, yet Merle is also Everydog. An absolute treasure of a book."

"It is no exaggeration to say that "Merle's Door" could be the best book ever written about a dog or dogs--one dog in particular, the magnificent Merle of the title, but also about dogs in general.... It is beautifully written, a real page turner, often funny, always fascinating, and very moving. It's a book you will never forget."

"Reading "Merle's Door" involves more than just sailing through an engaging biography of a man sharing his life with a rare and free-spirited dog since it contains islands of useful and scientifically sound information about dog behavior as well. To be entertained and educated at the same time time is rare in dog books, which makes this one definitely worth reading."

"This exquisitely written book is sure to be controversial, but it raises important questions that every thoughtful dog owner should consider."

"Humorous, jubilant and touching by turns... Kerasote''s strong love for Merle and enthusiasm for life in the wild will win over many readers."

"[T]his summer''s "Marley"? In his memoir cum training manual, Kerasote waxes poetic about his mutt Merle and provides tips for deepening the dog/human bond."

Edition details

• Publisher: Tantor Audio
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1400103576
• ISBN 13: 9781400103577
• Binding: Audio CD
• Language: English