The Heart of a Dog

A series of linked tales set around a country kennel explores the instincts, training, loyalty, and adventures of collies and other animals. Episodes follow the raising and management of foxes and dogs, jailbreaks and hunts, the arrival of a notable dog, clashes with difficult humans, and tests of tracking, courage, and devotion. Through vivid scenes of work, play, grief, and companionship, the narrative examines canine intelligence, social bonds among dogs, and the emotional ties between animals and their keepers, while portraying rural settings, kennel routines, and the moral choices prompted by animal and human behavior.