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The Best Book I've Read This Year(Rating: 5)
Every week our local paper has a column written by a woman who calls herself the "Dog Lady." In answering a question, she said the best book she ever read describing a relationship between a dog and a person was this book. Boy, was she right! I've read over 50 books this year so far and I rank this book as THE BEST! This is just a wonderful book! If you have ever had a dog, have a dog, or thinking about getting a dog, you have to read this book. It's funny, sad and just so good!

I could read this again and again! I wish I could have walked my dog with Caroline. When Caroline passed on, her dog was right there with her. Rest in piece, Caroline, and thanks for this book. I loved it!!

Best Book I Ever Read(Rating: 5)
I've been owned by Scottish Terriers for over 30 years. One in particular, An'GUS, was my Scottie soulmate. I was lucky enough to read Carolyn Knapp's book during his lifetime. Carolyn's book describes what it means to have one particular dog as a soulmate. There is no bond like that kind of bond. Every day with that specific dog is like Christmas morning. If you are owned by a dog who seems more special than all others -- please read this book. It will lift your spirits, and remind you to treasure every moment you have with your soulmate. No matter what 'people' may say or think, it is o.k. to love a dog with all your heart. Few people love dogs that profoundly. Carolyn Knapp did, and I'm sorry that she left us so soon.

Maggie and Lucile(Rating: 5)
I read Pack of Two way back when Carolin's Lucile and my Maggie were puppies. One of the few books I have re-read and one of the finest books on the bond between dogs and people ever written. My Maggie just turned 17 and she is still the love of my life.

What a wonderful book!(Rating: 5)
I totally loved this book. It is an insight into our relationship with a dog. Ms. Knapp tapped into a lot of my feelings about my canine pal and I share a lot of her thoughts and emotions. I would highly recommend this book..a great read! Now I want to read all of her books.

Very well written(Rating: 4)
I was delighted to read this wonderful book about our relationships with dogs. Caroline tries to distance herself from over-attachment to and anthropomorphic views (dogs as "furry people") of our canine companions, all the while remaining firmly entrenched in the camp of those who are perfectly content to live alone, single and devoted to their dogs.She reaches the agnostic and very realistic conclusion that we do not and probably never will know how and what dogs feel and think about us humans, though occasionally it seems possible to build a bridge between our two worlds. I highly recommend the book to dog owners (as well as "For the Love of A Dog" by Patricia McConnell) and commend it for its delightful sense of humor, elegant prose and valuable insights. I was also very saddened to learn a couple of weeks ago about her death due to lung cancer in 2002. Caroline died in the presence of her beloved dog Lucille (I wonder what ever happened to her) and new husband Mark.