“Charming, rich, intelligent...and best of all, on every page Kathryn Miles displays her love for Ari and dogs of every kind. I read it in one sitting!"—Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, author of When Elephants Weep

“After a few generations of losing touch with nature, our eyes don't work so well any more. So it's a fine idea to borrow another pair, especially if they're attached to a wet and useful nose."—Bill McKibben, author Deep Economy

“Some discover nature through gardening, others through camping, and a rare few—such as Kathryn Miles—by gripping the end of a leash as the family dog reveals the great outdoors."—Hannah Holmes, author of The Well Dressed Ape: A Natural History of Myself

“Exhilarating...a fascinating and fun read. This exploration of the role of dogs in our lives never ceases to surprise. Kathryn Miles's writing is masterful, clean and precise; and her narrative is upbeat."—Janisse Ray, author of Ecology of a Cracker Childhood

“Charming, rich, intelligent...and best of all, on every page Kathryn Miles displays her love for Ari and dogs of every kind. I read it in one sitting!"—Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, author of When Elephants Weep

“After a few generations of losing touch with nature, our eyes don't work so well any more. So it's a fine idea to borrow another pair, especially if they're attached to a wet and useful nose."—Bill McKibben, author Deep Economy

“Some discover nature through gardening, others through camping, and a rare few—such as Kathryn Miles—by gripping the end of a leash as the family dog reveals the great outdoors."—Hannah Holmes, author of The Well Dressed Ape: A Natural History of Myself

“Exhilarating...a fascinating and fun read. This exploration of the role of dogs in our lives never ceases to surprise. Kathryn Miles's writing is masterful, clean and precise; and her narrative is upbeat."—Janisse Ray, author of Ecology of a Cracker Childhood