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11 of 12 found the following review helpful:
A fabulous read! Mar 04, 2010
By Gayle
I loved this book, although that's not surprising as my world revolves around two black tri Australian Shepherds, including a boy with an all black face, copper markings above his eyes, copper legs, four white feet like snowshoes and a white blaze from his chin to his chest. Just like Bandit in the book! I could easily have been reading about my own beautiful boy.
The author captured the heart and soul of the Australian Shepherd dogs perfectly. Their loyalty and intelligence, their willingness to work and learn....even their uncanny knack of using their paws as hands and opening doors.
I loved the drama that unfolded as I read the story of Jenny and her pups, of Javier and his undying love for his dogs, and I loved the little stories told along the way. And I enjoyed the sense of community the author built as he went along....the farming community Javier lived in, and the canine community at the ranch. They complemented each other beautifully.
This is one of the best dog novels I have read to date, I will be recommending it to other animal lovers as it's a timeless story of the loyalty of dogs to the people who love and care for them.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Take a Trip to the Big Sky of Montana Through the Eyes of "Man's Best Friend and Working Partner", the Working Stock Dog. Dec 15, 2009
By Barb Moe
What a wonderful read. This book touches your heart. It gives you insight into the beautiful Big Sky Country of Montana as well as the life of a sheep rancher and his friend and partner the working stock dog. There is drama, peace, tears and kindness all wrapped up in a touching story of a man, his livelihood, and his dogs.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Down From The Mountain (The Story of Bandit) Dec 15, 2009
By J. MANUEL
A beautifully written story set in Montana on a sheep ranch about a sheepherder and his beautiful working Australian Shepherds. Once you start reading the book, you will not put it down. One of the best books I have read. MacKrell has done a superb job capturing the love,loyalty and heart of the Australian Shepherd.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Inside View of a Working Dog and Man's Best Friend Dec 20, 2009
By Linda K. Ross
This is a wonderful story about man's best friend as a companion and working partner. The setting of Montana in which it takes place brings out the best about this part of the country. I recommend this book to anyone who loves animals and has a place in his/her heart where animals live. I volunteer at St. Francis wolf sanctuary in Texas and have found many special animals to share my life with. My friend Jean Lefevre who runs the sanctuary is a testament to what one person can do to change the lives of so many lost and abused animals. Anyone who reads 'Down from the Mountain' will find a heartwarming experience.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
A Great Read Dec 15, 2009
By M. Deciutiis
This is the type of book you just can't put down. Put a log on the fire and enjoy a journey into Big Sky Country, friendship, and a dog's special companionship.
Highly recommended.
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