A Dog's Life

The Autobiography of a Stray

By: Ann M. Martin

Narrated by: Wendy Dillon

“I can’t speak for all dogs. Not all dogs are alike. And most certainly, not all dogs have the same experiences. . . .”

Squirrel is not like most dogs. Born a stray, she must make her own way in the world, facing busy highways, changing seasons, and humans both gentle and brutal. Her life story, in her own words, is marked by loss, but also by an inspiring instinct to survive. And when it seems she will roam the woods and country roads alone forever, Squirrel makes two friends who, in very different ways, define her fate.At once heartrending and hopeful, Ann Martin’s exquisite story of a dog’s life is told with her trademark grace and insight.

©2005 Ann M. Martin (P)2005 Listening Library

wonderful book

my children and i read the book last year, and it was great. we listened to the audio version, and it was even better! the narrator does a wonderful job pulling you into the story. it ended way to soon!

Beautiful and sweet

Who thought a dog's life could be so interesting? It was really sweet listening to Squirrel's story, beautifully narrated. One of my favorites, no doubt!

Loved it!!

I love it was so not cry and heartwarming I loved it😊😋😎😍😘 loved it! Thx

I loved it

I love this book it’s sad but I like it and Wendy Dillon has the perfect voice for this.😭😢🥰😍

Touching and warm

This story of a dog's journey from puppyhood to old age tugs at the heart of tender listeners. Parts of it were a bit too sad for my 10-year-old son who is an avid dog lover. That said, the tale is well-told and doesn't shy from the difficulties of life as a stray. My son, despite having sobbed when Squirrel recounts the loss of her mother and brother, daily asked to listen to the story until he was able to finish it one rainy Saturday afternoon.

A bit serious, the book is still a good choice for anyone who loves animals and who wants to encourage their children to see the world through the sees of the noble dog.

Great for young children.

This book is great for young children to listen to or read. It may make them think what a dog goes through, make them appreciate a dog more.

Childhood

I read this book when I was a kid so I came back to it and I forgot how amazing this book is its an emotional rollercoaster with an incredible ending

For tweens through adults

Would you consider the audio edition of A Dog's Life to be better than the print version?

no

What other book might you compare A Dog's Life to and why?

none

What about Wendy Dillon’s performance did you like?

her voice was pleasing and she added depth to the characters

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

no, but I had already read the print edition

Any additional comments?

I read the print edition first to determine if this was suitable for my class of 4th and 5th graders. The students enjoyed the book, with it receiving 5 stars from almost every reader, except from one young boy who wanted more action and adventure and less emotion. ;)

I loved it I had so many emotions . it was sopper

sad ,happy
I'm happy she has a forever owner. if your a pet lover you would cry

Awesome informational Educational Experience

Awesome Educational Experience Y'alls A great book written from the dogs point of view I absolutely love this book and Y'alls will love it too...