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In the Company of Newfies: A Shared Life

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It is lyrical and mesmerizing, beautiful and sad. The author has an extraordinary interest in bonding with her dogs, so we are treated to her extensive musings on their personalities. Why do they do what they do? What are their relationships with each other? This is a quick read that reminds me of THE HIDDEN LIFE OF DOGS. In both books the authors quickly bring us into the inner workings of their homes where dogs are central. It helps that the subject of IN THE COMPANY OF NEWFIES is one of the most beautiful and fascinating of breeds--Landseer Newfoundlands. This is a great book

This book was a Christmas gift for my husband from our 13 month old Newfie girl. Snuggled together, we spent most our "together" time reading about Rhoda's solumn commitment and unconditional love to her Newfie family. Her example has helped my husband understand and overcome some of the pitfalls of bringing a 9 month old Newfie (our second) into our household and given us new insight in the behavior of our new "baby" as to why and how she expresses herself. With opened our minds, we try to understand her possible way of thinking.

I could not help the feelings of lonliness and sorrow that flooded over me when the book came to an end. Ben, Molly, Pippa and the rest had suddenly become part of our lives and now they were no longer there. I wanted more. I still want more. We look forward to the sequel to see how Rosie and Silkie grow up. We miss them all.

To Rhoda Lerman: You are an exceptional woman with an exceptional family. Thank you for allowing us to share a year in your family's life.

Although the title suggests this book may be only for Newfie owners, it will touch the heart of most dog owners. If you value your dog as a true member of your family, you will understand exactly where Ms. Lerman's sentiment comes from. Whether you have dogs or simply love dogs, you will likely find this book touching and will go away with a smile.

This book is written in a poetic introspective style (sometimes even too much of this) and describes a woman's experiences breeding and owning Newfoundland dogs. She describes her own inner emotions and affections for these gentle, caring, and affectionate giant dogs that have been bred to work and rescue. This is a book which tries to understand the thoughts and actions of these wonderful dogs. It is not a book with practical information about the breed and the breed standard. If you own a Newfoundland, you may be able to relate to what this author has to say. If you don't own a Newfoundland or are thinking of owning one, then this book will give you some insight into the amazingly gentle and selfless character of these loving animals

Its a wonderful book that tugs at the heart strings from the start. We have a two year old Newf now and wish we had purchased the book when we first got our puppy. If you plan on getting a Newf buy this book! Or if you have recently gotten a Newf, you would find this book very informative!!!

Rhoda Lehrman shares with us insight into living with Newfs in a magical way. Her prose is beautiful. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!

Wonderful book that you hate to have come to an end. Captured the love and joy of sharing your life with a Newf. Entertaining as well as engaging.

I really enjoyed reading this book. We had just gotten two Newfoundland pups and I had to keep putting the book down to go kiss my dogs. The author made me appreciate what breeders go through to bring us our puppies. This was a wonderful story about a very special breed.
I have recommended to book to many people.

This is a sensitive book about angels in dog clothing. Only the wisest, kindes of humans should be allowed to be their guardians.

As a newf owner I was really looking forward to this book. it was just ok, no real insight to the breed or how they think, just chapters of antidotes.