Jake: A Labrador Puppy at Work and Play (A Sunburst Book) [Paperback]

Robert F. Jones (Author), Bill Eppiridge (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 30, 1994 | Age Level: 4 and up | Series: A Sunburst Book

Heartwarming photographs accompany this simply written, endearing account of the education of a pedigree Labrador puppy, from learning basic obedience to mastering the age-old art of retrieving.

"Splendid...The author's affection...permeates the text."-Publishers Weekly

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

An adorable puppy and a writer who understands dogs as deeply as he loves them are the subjects of this splendid photo essay. Jones chronicles the milestones in his dog Jake's first year, from the initial meeting with the elder Jones dog, Luke, to lessons in retrieving. The author's affection--a pure sort, born of respect and knowledge, and uncontaminated by coyness or embarrassment--permeates the text. Eppridge's photographs, too, cleanly capture Jake's brand of animal magnetism. The only danger: Jones is so experienced a trainer that Jake learns the household routines with few setbacks (he chews, photogenically, on a cat-shaped tea cozy), and housebreaking is painless--mere mortals might want to add Some Swell Pup to the syllabuses of young would-be dog-owners to foreshadow more typical experiences. Older readers should be encouraged to peruse Jones and Eppridge's Upland Passage: A Field Dog's Education , a simultaneously released adult trade title that greatly expands on the material covered here while retaining the same rare balance of enthusiasm, wisdom and restraint. Ages 8-up.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From School Library Journal

Grade 2-4-- A look at the first year in the life of a yellow labrador retriever. Through serviceable and clear prose, Jones gives a good picture of the puppy's personality as he matures and an even better picture of the steps needed to train him as a successful hunting dog. Eppridge's full-color photographs are the book's strongest drawing card: they are extremely attractive and appealing. There are a number of books available about a puppy's development, but this one offers a new slant as the animal is being trained to hunt, rather than as a family pet or to help the disabled. Therefore, those looking to expand their coverage in the 636.7 section should consider purchase. --Kay McPherson, Central Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, GA
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) (August 30, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0374437130
• ISBN-13: 978-0374437138
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,519,146 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You will share it with your young family members, September 29, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Jake: A Labrador Puppy at Work and Play (Hardcover)

This is an excellent written book with beautiful photos of Jake and his doggie friend. It is excellent to read to children and dog-loving adults will enjoy it also. It is definately a book to keep on your coffee table!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great read for adults and children!, April 22, 1999

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Jersey Horse Lover "JerseyHorseLover" (NJ ,USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jake: A Labrador Puppy at Work and Play (A Sunburst Book) (Paperback)

The story and the photos will touch the hearts of all readers. The puppy, Jake, with his older labrador doggy pal make great reading for all. It is filled with excellent photos to complement the story.

5.0 out of 5 stars A good book for all ages, March 13, 2008

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A. Shouse (Illinois United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jake: A Labrador Puppy at Work and Play (A Sunburst Book) (Paperback)

My daughter checked this book out of her school library and we both fell in love with it. I'm actually writing this review because I was hoping to buy Jake on Amazon (rather than "forget" to return it to the school library! :) The book is about the training of puppy Jake to be a hunting dog. You see how Jake fits into the established relationship between the owner and his older lab who is ready to "retire."

The prose is simple but not simplistic, and the process of seeing Jake grow up and fill a place in his owner's heart is touching without being maudlin. It's directed at children, and my daughter had no trouble reading it at 2nd grade, although it is longer than most books directed at early readers.

I think anyone who loves dogs would enjoy this book, but if you're a lab lover, this will quickly be a favorite.