Marley and Me The World's Worst Dog Revealed

What a face! The cover of the book is definitely eye catching and even the toughest tough guy is drawn in by that look. Marley's owner, John Grogan, believes he must be the world's worst dog.

Bob Marley, this adorable lab's namesake, was renowned for living on the edge. So was Marley, who later proves to be all that his name implies, is a dog that melts your heart. If he doesn't remind you of your own dopey dog, he probably reminds you of someone else's dog you know. Trust me, Marley is anything but ready for the Westminster Dog Show, as his owner's had dreamed. If you are looking for a show dog book, then MOVE on, you will be disappointed here.

But if you want an excellent read about a dog that cost a bundle to buy (as a pure bred), somewhat purposefully misrepresented by the breeder, a dog that should have been a show dog, but had other plans on running life HIS way, - then this is the book for you.

Hapless canine antics are interspersed with John's growing family life. Included are instances of bopping like bunnies with his wife on some days and more like celibacy on others. In fact, he details more than most are prepared for in this style of book.

This excellent read has you pitying the owners and their attempts to train Marley, one who doesn't have any intention of cooperating. He frustrates even the dog trainers (having been there, I can empathize). There are some, despite what the experts in books say, who are just too stubborn in certain areas and never are trainable. And it's not faulted upon the owners or due to their lack of effort. You will read why Marley and John get the boot out of obedience class.

The book goes on to keep you informed of why they live where they do, (murders included), why they move when they do and to where. Naturally the comical behavior of Marley when any and all attempts are made to include him in any family outings provides the book's humor. Can't miss these; they are precious and he keeps coming up with new antics. Especially wonderful is his fascination with French poodles (way out of his league) and his destructive attempts to impress them.