Monumental Dogs: The Amazing Stories That Inspired People To Erect Lasting Tributes To Our Special Canine Friends

This book is a collection of stories about famous dogs. The 16 chapters are highlighted with 132 historic photos that help tell their amazing stories. Greyfriars Bobby who stayed at his masters grave for 14 years. The small pup saved from a World War I battlefield who went on to become one of Hollywood's biggest stars. The St Bernard who saved over 40 lives in the snow covered Alps. Owney the lost scruffy dog who became famous and traveled over 140,000 miles as the Post Office mascot. These are just a few of the stories in the book. Monuments have been built to commemorate the exploits, loyalty and love of these great dogs, truly man's best friends.