Behind every great man (or woman) is a great dog? Each chapter in this unparalleled survey bursts with tales of well-known figures and canine companions of every breed and disposition, from lap-dogs and four-legged warriors to sleuthing hounds and sedentary pugs. One example: King Charles II granted hereditary titles of nobility on his dogs so that they might accompany him into the House of Lords.
This summary is courtesy of McNaughton Books