Cow Dogs: A Cowboy's Best Friend [Hardcover]

Shirl Woodson (Author), David R. Stoecklein (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2002

A cowboy often considers his dog to be one of his most valuable assets and most loyal of companions. In this new coffee-table book, adults and kids alike will delight in David R. Stoecklein's portraits of working cow dogs on ranches across the West. From the adorable, innocent puppies to the tough, hardened old-timers, David captures the distinctive personality of each dog and the bond it shares with its owner.

After five years of publishing his popular COW DOGS calendar, David has compiled his favorite images into a wonderful book for all ages to enjoy-the perfect gift for friends and family members.

Dog-lovers will enjoy this collection of photographs that offer a glimpse into the life of a cow dog-at work, at rest, and at play. These animals are fun-loving yet fierce, and they possess an innate knowledge about ranch work. Their bravery and spirit will win the heart of any reader.

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About the Author

David R. Stoecklein's career as a commercial photographer has landed him assignments for well-known companies such as Coca-Cola, L.L. Bean, Jeep, Ford, Chevrolet, Remington, Wrangler, and Marlboro. David's publishing accomplishments include an annual line of Western calendars, prints, cards, and a series of coffee-table books.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Palace Press International; 1st edition (August 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931153205
• ISBN-13: 978-1931153201
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 9.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,322,318 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A joy to page through especially for dog lovers, December 10, 2002

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cow Dogs: A Cowboy's Best Friend (Hardcover)

Cow Dogs by master photographer David R. Stoecklein is a captivating treasury of full-color photographs featuring a cowboy's dog. Each page has a striking visual image of capable animals who are indispensable canine companions for working cowboys, accentuated with a tongue-in-cheek quote. A joy to page through especially for dog lovers, Cow Dogs is a unique and welcome addition to personal and community library photography collections -- as well as recommended browsing for dog lovers on or off of a cattle ranch.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Picture Book For Cow Dog Enthusiasts, March 11, 2011

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Michael P Mccullough "moik" (Klamath Falls, Oregon, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cow Dogs: A Cowboy's Best Friend (Hardcover)

When I was picking out the Siberian Husky books at the library (reviewed here) I couldn't resist getting this book about the cow dog.


This group of breeds (Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, Kelpie, McNabb, etc) are my favorite. This book is a collection of Western themed (heavy on the cowboy imagery) photos with a little bit of text here and there. The photos are nice and the book is recommended for people who love cow dogs!

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Dogs, Awesome Photography, October 13, 2004

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irc162 "IRC162" (Novato, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Cow Dogs: A Cowboy's Best Friend (Hardcover)

This book is a must for anyone who shares their life with a Border Collie or Cattle Dog. The photography is spectacular. You won't be disappointed.