I first read this book about 10 years ago as a child. I absolutely loved it, and I loved Lad. Recently, I was thinking of giving my old copy to my neice, and chanced to re-read it. It has lost none of it's charm and beauty. Lad was a magnificent dog. Also, I appreciate the values set forth, some of which seem, sadly, almost archaic in today's harsh world.

The best dog book ever written. A simple but striking story of fidelity between a man and his dog. Originally a tribute to Lad and the many other dogs who shared Terhune's estate, it is now a tribute to the ethical reality of Lad's life.

You can still visit a portion of the Terhune estate in Wayne, New Jersey. The Place (house)is gone, but the grounds remain. You will see Lad's grave marker, along with the grave markers of many other dogs made famous in Terhune's books. You can visit the shore of the lake and stroll the grounds. You can feel Lad's eerie presence as he lives over and over again the stories from the pages of Terhune's books. Or perhaps he is still there. Look -- is that ...

I first came upon this book when I was about ten years old. Now an adult, I still read it on a regular basis, and am addicted to Terhune's adventurous and beautifully written stories about his heroic collie dogs. If you love dogs, trust me, you will adore this book! Lad, the main character in the novel has to face danger and foes in every chapter, and displays to his master and mistress his loyalty and devotion to them. Even someone who is not into dogs will give this masterpiece a rightful place on their bookshelf. Five stars is not a high enough rating! Also recommended are two out-of-print books about Lad: Lad Of Sunnybank and The Further Adventures Of Lad. Albert Payson Terhune is one author I would like to meet and tell him that his works are excellent and he is probably my favorite author.

read one of the short pieces in this anthology. They are also incredibly uplifting too. A brilliant bedside companion for any dog lover.

Although each of the pieces in this book was inspired by the loss of a much beloved dog, this is really a book about vibrant, fully-alive dogs: family pets, fellow hunters, soul mates, and best friends. And while none of the dogs remembered so fondly here still lives, Old Dogs affirms the remarkably special place in the heart we reserve for our dogs. My own dog is sturdy in her middle-age, but reading the eulogies and odes in this moving anthology has made me appreciate more all the quirky habits I take for granted, like how she can't resist running off with one of my Reeboks when I'm shoeing up for our evening walk--the little prance she performs when I tell her, "Bring the shoe back!" Not a sad read but a celebratory one, required for every dog owner!

This is a remarkable anthology of stories and poems by outstanding authors of the past, as well as more recent times. Although these moving remembrances are only of beloved dogs, the lovers of any species of pet will find identical sentiments for their own losses. Whatever kind of companion animal you had, you will find your own bereavement and healing tears reflected here, as well.

Care was taken to avoid over-sentimentality, in this assortment of loving reflections of dogs, celebrated here. These accounts are full of love, and are sometimes even funny - and we are thrust into the realization that perhaps that is the most wonderful kind of living memorials we can have for a beloved pet. Too often, we lose this perspective, while trying to keep from drowning in our own bereavement and sorrows.

Rather than being a collection of sad literary memorials Old Dogs Remembered is a joyful celebration of life with pets. This inspires healthy new points of view and adjustments to moving on into our new lives, without them.

Here we are treated to many different outlooks on how they permanently enriched the lives of their owners. Reading these heartwarming pages will broaden the understanding of each reader, concerning his/her own personal bereavement. Here, we are offered the collective wisdom of others, who reminisce on their honored pets. There is much to be shared and learned here, as well as enjoyed.

With so many different authors, one must appreciate that references and styles have changed drastically, through the ages. As an example of this, some might find the essay by the dramatist John Galsworthy to be interesting, but a bit troublesome to read. And, as with any anthology, there may be some accounts not everyone would appreciate. But all pet lovers will readily identify with the overall shared remembrances, here. This is a heartwarming collection, which can be enjoyed comfortably, in several installments.

There will be many an uplifting tear shed in its reading, and we suggest it for your reading pleasure.

Few authors capture the relationship between a dog and their family like Albert Payson Terhune. Whether you are purchasing the book for yourself or a loved one you will find this author to be a great find. I bought Lad:A dog back in junior high on a whim and now that my wife and I are planning a family I wanted to get the entire collection. A must for dog lovers!

I first read Lad: A Dog when I was a 13-year-old, and then I read every book by Albert Payson Terhune that I could find. Now, I am ordering it for my granddaughter. The author pulls the reader into a life filled with the loyalty, happiness, sadness, and absolute joy that comes with the love of a dog. There is such richness in Terhune's stories and the values he shares.

This author is terrific for kids about 8-14. Lots of excellent dog lore, great stories. Wish there were more books available, especially his all time best, "Lad, A Dog". Check your used bookstores for that one

That rarest of combinations -- a first-rate piece of scholarship that's also a first-rate piece of writing. Everything about Terhune that the fan, collector and discoverer or rediscoverer of his marvelous animals stories and other books needs to know.

An absolute necessity for all who love and collect the many books-mainly on dogs-by Terhune. Begins with 16 page biography, and the rest is a detailed bibliography. The author is possibly the leading Terhune scholar and collector.

This is one of the best books I have ever read. It is by that immortal writer of collie and dog books, Albert P. Terhune. It is a collection of collie stories, some about his own dogs, including the famous Lad, and some about fictional dogs. Several of the stories made me cry, and several made me laugh. This is a wonderful book for anyone who loves dogs, or just anyone who wants to read some good stories.

"The Heart of a Dog" is Terhune at his best...You get to meet many of the residents of Sunnybank Farm and you will laugh, cry, and be spiritually uplifted in the process! The collection of short stories contains lessons for life that will remain long after you've put the book down. This is a book to be passed on to as many who will read it!!

As well as providing the only available in-depth look at The Master's life, the book includes a poignant account of the author's visit to Sunnybank -- written in purest Terhunese -- and a number of pictures.

The only thorough and balanced biography extant on Albert Payson Terhune. A few minor errors, but eminently readable and much original research. Very difficult to find, unfortunately, but no collection is complete without.

Rutherford Montgomerie is always a good read. Yellow Eyes, the story of a Cougar is his best in my opinion, but Broken Fang is also excellent. The action is nonstop and the descriptions are great. Broken Fang and Yellow Eyes are the only two of his books I own, and they never get dusty on my shelf. The plot is compelling and the characters intriguing, even though they are mostly wild animals. Montgomery is one of the few nature tales authors who can really describe the mentality of an animal in a way that somehow seems to jibe with reality. These books got me hooked on reading, and I'm sure I will read them many times more.

Be forewarned- this book is not really about a collie. But it is a great and entertaning mystery- a real page turner. Well devolped charcters, entertaining 1900's dialouge-''I shan't be flamboozled by this chap'' and a interesting ''early settlement'' of Calfornia setting, it is an extra-fun read, and good writing. Yes, Grey Dawn has some thing to do with the proceedings- he's just not the main charcter. If you prefer a good dog story, buy ''Lad: A Dog'' an excellent Terhune. A good example of Terhunes occasional ''un-doggy'' books, and although you may miss being filled in on the immortal Lad, Bruce

and Wolf, it IS lots of fun..... Pouncing Fossa

Gray Dawn is a reissued paperback edition of the stories written by Albert Payson Terhune for The Ladies' Home Journal in 1927 in serial form. Many of us whose childhood spanned the 40's and 50's remember reading about the merle collie with the steadfast, loyal heart who was such a charming personality and unexpected clown. My mother-in-law reread it and remembered that reading Albert Payson Terhune's books about collies had inspired her to begin breeding collies. Her story is not unique. Terhune's tales of collies have touched all readers deeply over the years. It is good to see a lovely reprint of the Gray Dawn stories. My first reading of them came when I received a box of my uncle's childhood literary favorites which included Lad, A Dog, Gray Dawn, and at least eight or ten other Terhune titles. This was back in about 1953. Although Terhune has a reputation as a juvenile fiction writer, his books are not written "down" to children, and they hold continued appeal for the adult audience. There will always be a need for the authentic portrayal of the values of courage, honor, natural beauty, loyalty, and love of life. These are readily found in Gray Dawn, in addition to humour, intricate descriptive detail of natural surroundings, and an overflowing reverence for life. Introduced by Terhune scholar Wayne Lewis, this lovely new edition of Gray Dawn with its full color portrait of the grey collie on its cover is a handsome package of an old favorite ready for rediscovery by yet another generation. Perhaps many readers, like myself, will experience the joy of nostalgia while rereading the vivid pages. Terhune wears well.

Albert Payson Terhune is one the best authors I have ever read. He truly does himself justice in this book about Gray Dawn and his Master and how they solved the mystery of Grudge Mountain.