Marley and Me: life and love with the world’s worst dog by John Grogan Marley is your classic Labrador Retriever; exuberance is his middle name. He loves to jump on people regardless of his muddy paws and festoon their faces with slobbery kisses. Marley is asked to leave obedience class after his first lesson due to his inability to focus and learn manners. He is much more interested in dragging his owner across the room to thoroughly sniff a poodle. His owner describes him as an ADHD dog. Marley never does learn to walk on a leash because he is filled with boundless energy that can’t be contained by a leash. Marley and Me tells the story of the naïve young couple who choose Marley as their first puppy. It’s an adventure that all dog owners have shared, full of laughter and exasperation, love and tears. This small book is a treat for anyone who loves their dog. Besides, I know my dogs certainly don’t seem as naughty after reading about Marley’s exploits!