Geschichte Der Bischofe Von Basel, Parts 1-2 (1862)

Gandalf was the first Great Dane and the most powerful influence in my life. I spent eleven years with him, laughing and crying and applauding him. The time spent with him birthed a love for the breed. He was not only the family dog but part of the family and the youngest son. The dogs and Great Danes that followed Gandalf prove to be individuals, yet maintained that Great Dane quality of becoming more than dogs and much more than human. They are all angels watching and guarding on earth and in spirit. There is always a place for each and every animal, and Ziggy the parrot is no exception. His contribution to the family of Danes and humans adds that little mix of comedy every life needs.