Old Friends: Great Dogs on the Good Life (Hardcover)

by Mark Asher (Author), Mark J. Asher (Photographer) "After months of squatting, lying, leaning, cajoling, and begging in the pursuit of capturing over forty-five senior dogs on film, my mission is complete..." (more)
Key Phrases: longevity secrets, Longevity Secrets

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Product Description
Old dogs know plenty of tricks for staying young at heart - and here they are! This humorous and loving collection of duotone portraits captures the golden years of humanity''s best friends and most faithful companions. Sage and tender moments are caught on film and are paired with captions that reveal each dog's age and their secrets for a long and happy life, such as Tonto (12): "Lift and pee, lift and pee, lift and pee on every tree," and Kelsey (11): "Never let little dogs with bows in their hair get the best of you." These are dogs who know how to live life fully and recognize its priorities (like bacon). Old Friends is the perfect gift for dog owners and everyone who hopes to age gracefully in the canine spirit.

About the Author
Mark Asher and his CEO (Canine Executive Officer) Humphrey, an eight-year-old German shepherd/chow mix, run a pet portraiture company in San Francisco.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (July 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811840026
• ISBN-13: 978-0811840026
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #165,600 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful tribute to our "old friends"!, March 13, 2004

By	Michele (Dover, MA) - See all my reviews

"Old Friends" really captures the soul and spirit of elderly dogs. My dog Harry was given to me when he was 8 by my mother just before she passed away. He is 15 now and still going strong! He is my best pal who has been with me through thick and thin. Thanks, Mark, for recognizing how special these old friends are.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Old Friends" is a Treasure!, February 2, 2004

By	"akflood" (Chicago, Illinois USA) - See all my reviews

Mark J. Asher's passion and talent for photography, and, in celebration of senior dogs everywhere is compassionately and brilliantly presented in "Old Friends". Mark truly captures the personality and ageless wisdom of each senior dog photographed. Plus, the "longevity secrets" next to each photo will make you grin from ear to ear! I received this book from a fellow dog lover, after my own sweet Golden passed away recently at 13.5 years, and, as I savored each page with laughter and tears, I felt like I was receiving a warm hug. "Old Friends" is a MUST addition for every dog lover's bookshelf. Or better yet, coffee table, so that it can be enjoyed daily and shared with loved ones. A Treasure!!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Book Review of "old friends", March 4, 2004

By	Janice Giampaoli (Raleigh, N.C. USA) - See all my reviews

At first glance I was attracted to the book, Old friends-great dogs on the good life because of Mollie's face on the cover, who so reminds me of my own most beloved senior friend and companion, Duke, who is the love of my life. The book takes on a very caring and personal relationship with our furry four-legged friends and companions who demonstrate unfettered, unconditional love and devotion. Mankind could "learn a lesson" from these wonderful creatures of God, who indeed, possess and exhibit strong emotions and feelings, although unheard because they have no voice. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspectives on our "senior pals".