More Life as a Dog by L.A Davenport

Beardies' World- Joyce Ives  

Beardies' world is almost an autobiography. “Written” by the Bearded Collies belonging to

Joyce and John Ives. From 1986 through to 2012 we learn of their lives their antics and

more. For anyone who has ever owned a dog knows that there are the highs and lows.

Of puppies being puppies and dogs rolling in things you would rather them not, to the

endearing love that having a dog around means. That special bond- when a dog knows

you are ill or upset by themselves, that instinct that kicks in. A dog will go to someone

in tears over someone smiling- they don’t like disharmony in any way and get to know

their owners feelings sometimes better than the owner  does. Joyce begins by

explaining Rainbow bridge- something most pet owners are all too familiar with and the

loss we feel when we lose them. This may be about Bearded collies but is really

the diary of a dog owner and could be any breed. Each has its own characteristics but

dogs will be dogs whatever size or shape and that’s why we love them so much.

I feel that this is perhaps more for the older reader and could see a grandparent

reading it to their grandchildren- as I think the children would understand the

antics of the dog and from a dog’s point of view. A doggies diary.

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Summary: If you already have a dog/dogs or are even thinking of buying one, read this book, which shows what fun and laughter we had with ours over twenty-six years, making a lot of friends along the way.

This book is Joyce Ives’ narrative to the twenty-six years she and husband John owned, cared for and loved their four Bearded Collies. The memories shared by Joyce in this book are likely to touch the heart of anyone who has had any experience of growing up and growing old with dogs. In her narrative Joyce has been able to capture beautifully how our special bond with our canine friends often becomes so significant in our life’s journey; our experiences of joy and laughter and at times our sadness and loss.



Information about the book
Title: Beardies’ World
Author: Joyce Ives
Release Date: 25th September 2018
Genre: Non-Fiction - Animals
Publisher: Clink Street Publishing
Goodreads Link: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41951035-beardies-world 
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beardies-World-Joyce-Ives-ebook/dp/B07GFK29XP 


Author Information


 Ever since she was a young girl, Joyce Ives has had a soft spot in her heart for dogs. So when the time came, she decided to leave her full time job to become an owner to her very first Bearded Collie – Kizzy. After this initial decision, they soon become owners to three other beautiful Beardies – Emma, Muffin and Solei. Unfortunately, due to ill health, both Joyce and John no longer look after any dogs but Joyce will always dream of owning more. Joyce now resides in Seaford, East Sussex, and is glad to finally have had time to write her first book. 
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