Landseer-Literatur III

Rhoda Lerman © 1996 Henry Holt and Company. 162 pages. a visionary book filled with stunning insights that teach us much about the profound bond between human and dog, about the almost limitless possibilities in our relations. Refusing to limit herself to standard animal-behavior explanations (sex and food, fight or flight), Lerman examines the actions of her dogs from a less deterministic point of view, always seeking to understand and to communicate with them.

Claire Carr.Wynship Arts; ISBN: 0964052202. 303 pages.

Joan Bendure. © 1994 Hungry Minds, Inc; ISBN: 0876052421. 242 Pages. Newfoundland fanciers and owners will appreciate this new guide, with its directory of regional clubs, profiles of famous Newfoundlands, and mention of children's books in which the breed appears. Bendure opens with a solid history of Newfoundlands, which were almost brought to extinction because of their role as mine detectors in the two world wars. An entire chapter discusses highly respected U.S. kennels. The explanation of the AKC breed standards and the information on Newfoundland characteristics, health, and grooming requirements will be important to the prospective owner.

Dawn Baker. This Newfoundland Children's Alphabet Book highlights the many aspects of Newfoundland Culture. Each letter represents a piece of downhome Newfoundland. Some of the items featured in this book are: Icebergs, Seagulls, Mummers, Whales, Fish and of Course the Newfoundland Dog.

Dorothy Hinshaw © 1994 Cobblehill Books. 32 pages. This is the story of the Black Paws Search, Rescue & Avalanche Dogs. The team consists of several black Newfs, and Panda, a Landseer. The book explains how the dogs are trained to perform their missions, and why Newfoundlands are ideally suited for this occupation. Contains wonderful color photos of the dogs in action.