Pack of Two: The Intricate Bond Between People and Dogs

So does Caroline Knapp, author of Drinking, A Love Story.

This is an interesting look into the relationships people have with their canine best friends - is it normal?

Caroline quotes hundreds of people and resources to defend her love for Lucille, her shepherd mix.

Lucille's antics, used as illustrations throughout each chapter, are laughable - an enjoyable just-before-bedtime read, which will have you longing for the warm body of a dog at the foot of your bed, too.

I did not finish the book, however, because it became monotonous. I felt I'd gotten the point, already...


This is a great book   December 27, 2000
 6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I can't say enough about this book. A few years ago I read Caroline's book "drinking a love story" and found it hit very close to home and that we had many, many things in common. After spending 10 years sober and divorced, I decided it was time to commit to a dog. I THOUGHT I was getting just a dog. No, not me, extremist that I am. I got a 15 pound bundle of love and joy that I can barely leave to go to work. I am so happy to read that other people have shared this insanity. I have found myself like the author reduced to eliminating activities that don't include the dog. Caroline gives me hope that this situation will abait. The book is extremely well written, funny and thoughtful. I don't necessarily agree with some of the other reviewers that people who aren't crazy about their dogs will appreciate it. I suspect that many of those people who say "come on, it's just a dog" would never get this book. "A pack of two" is right up there on the list of books for dog lovers along with "dogs never lie about love".


I could read it again and again...   November 4, 2000
 2 out of 3 found this review helpful

If your dogs are an integral part of your family, this book is for you. This is the best book I've read in years....


Pack of Two : The Intricate Bond Between People and Dogs   June 23, 2000
 4 out of 4 found this review helpful

I too have read many many books on dogs (and horses) and enjoyed them. I bought Pack of Two expecting just another "nice" book about dogs, but was amazed at how the author hit the nail on the head. I have a 6 year old black lab that I feel EXACTLY the same way about - even though I am in a relationship. This books will help you explain your feelings about your dog to others. It is beautifully written as well and once I started it, I couldn't put it down.