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101 Uses for a Lab

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101 Uses for a Lab is a picture book, consisting of photos and short captions which describe some of the myriad ways in which dogs - specifically Labrador Bring-It-Back-Dogs - and humans interact.

The book is short and to the point. Each of the photographs (more than 101 of them) stands on its own as an artistic endeavor, and lovingly displays one aspect or another of the character of the Labrador Retriever. Even those portraits which highlight the darker canine virtues will bring a loving smile to the knowledgeable reader's face.

This is a book about dogs who love people, photographed and written by someone who loves dogs. If you have a Lab, you desperately need this book. You also need "Just Labs," by the same author. Buy more than one copy: you'll need several for gifts.

We have had labrador retrievers in our family for over 40 years. Splash, our current yellow lab, and our many other labs, is well described in this wonderful book. Splash thinks his (and I am sure other labrador owners will agree) sole role in life is to be our best friend and he gives us so much love every single day. It is clear, after reading this book, that labs are the best breed of dog available. The author truly captures the fine spirit, dedication and devotion of the labrador retriever -- I found the book to be true for all of our wonderful dogs. For those who are fortunate enough to own a lab, this book is a MUST!

I received this book for my birthday from my sister who also owns a Lab. We both know that our 'girls' really own us and always will. The pictures tell the story for all of us who love the breed. Labs aren't dogs, they're more like people with all their funny, endearing characteristics that runs true in each one of them. Each photo reminded me of a similar activity or antic my own dog has done and I have bought two more copies to give to friends. It's a wonderful treasure and 'must have' for Lab lovers.

For anyone who has loved and lost a Lab, this witty work is a wonderful reminder of the joy they bring and encourages one to go and get another one. The pleasure of their company is worth 1000 times the sorrow of their loss and this delightful book is a summary of such joy. Our Ralph Kramden, better known as Ralphie Poo died Nov. 23, 1998. His cousin, Jack B. Nimble, was born Jan. 26, 1999 and joined our family seven weeks later.

Our beautiful chocolate lab died recently. It was hard to look at the book ......at first. As I healed, it made me remember why I had loved and grieved so deeply. It helped me to realize how much I wanted and needed a new friend. Our new puppy is due to be born in two weeks. Hooray!

Fantastic photography; clever titles. Great stocking stuffer for a Lab owner!

I have several other Lab books for about the same price as this one. This is a little book for the price but the pictures are very cute. I would have rather bought it used, it would be a much better bargin. Enjoy!

Having read the previous reviews, I'd expected to find little text, but had thought the photographs would prove sufficient ... unfortunately the photos are a little disappointing ... more like snap shots taken to fill up pages ...

Every lab owner can relate to this one and will probably see a little bit of the one they love in each picture.

We bought it for Use #10 (Q-Tip) and because we love our own Labba Ram Das (waggy-san)...the pictures reveal the true nature of the Lab: a wonderful dog and a wonderful book!