Product Description

Martin Clunes is happy to admit that with Mary, it was love at first sight; her soft, brown eyes, her perfect figure and that unstoppable wagging tail. As cocker spaniels go, she was perfect.

It is a love that has taken them through puppy classes to the local dog show, a move to the country and even visits from a dog psychologist, and has often caused Martin to wonder: Where the hell did you come from?

To find a satisfying answer to that question, Martin embarked on a worldwide quest to look into the history of dogs, and link the pampered pets of today with their wild ancestors painted dogs in Tanzania, dingoes in Australia and wolves in Yellowstone National Park, USA. He also explores how humans have shaped the dog breeds of today, visiting the Beverly Hills Mutt Club and meeting working dogs in several countries police dogs, hunting hounds and sled dogs.

Accompanied by his stunning photography, Martins account of his discoveries, told with his trademark warmth and humour, is compelling and full of surprises. One thing is certain: at the end of this fascinating journey, Martin will never look at his own dogs in the same way again.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #91249 in Books
• Published on: 2008-09-04
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 344 pages

About the Author
Martin Clunes is one of Britain`s favourite actors, the star of Doc Martin and the voice of Kipper the Dog. He lives in the west country with his family and their three dogs.

Customer Reviews

Doggone fantastic!
Love Martin Clunes, love dogs, loved his recent documentary about dogs - so all good. This book does tally with the tv programme about history of dogs but the bits I actually enjoyed best are his own personal history with dogs and his present day trials, tribulations and joys with them. Just one thing - I'd love to know how Mary is these days.

A Dog's Life
What a lovely book. I never realised Martin Clunes was such a softie about dogs. Comforting to know he has gone through the agonies any dog lover goes through when their favourite pet gets poorly. Loved the chapters on the Wolf pack and the Dingoes accompanied by stunning photos. Was almost sorry when the book came to an end.

martin clunes a dogs life
Dog lovers everywhere will enjoy this book, Martin Clunes takes you on his personal dedicated journey,of his beloved dogs and their story.A real quality read and beautiful photographs.