Adorable Bundles Of Fluff

Little Black Dog by Kerk Murray is a most charming nonfiction tale of Maximus (Max) a black Yorkipoo and Spartacus a white and copper Morkie.

The reader is delighted by the antics of both dogs. These bundles of fluff are proper bundles of energy. Their enthusiasm for life has been perfectly captured by the author. It is easy for us to ‘see’ and empathise with their actions.

Both dogs have beautiful bonds with their dog parents. They wait for them to return, as soon as they leave! “To them, every return is a miracle.”

We see that where there are dogs, there are rules to be broken! Any human willpower disintegrates once one gazes upon their furry faces!

Food is something the dogs really love. The following resonated with me: “When she bakes these muffins, both boys camp out by the oven. Max whines, paces, and generally acts like he’s never been fed in his life.”

The author wrote this book as a tribute to Max, who at seven-year-old is still very much with us. “I don’t want this to end. But one day it will. Time will run out… I hope my heart remembers the love that never will.” This brings a lump to my throat. It is always too soon to say goodbye.

I loved the inclusion of many photos of Max and Spartacus. I only had a black and white copy on my kindle. I can only imagine how much nicer the images will look in paperback form. Both dogs are adorable.

Little Black Dog is a book that will sink into your heart and soul as you get to know both dogs.

I received a free copy. A favourable review was not required. All opinions are my own.

JULIA WILSON