Accompanied by Calmenson's succinct yet sensitive descriptions of Rosie's varied work situations, each pictured visit attests to the joy and comfort Rosie brings to others. "Early on, Rosie proved to be a good listener and to have a friendly and happy disposition-all good indications that she was temperamentally suited to be a visiting dog, specially trained to cheer people who are ill or sad or lonely.Sutcliffe's masterfully composed photographs evince an eye for color, clarity, and balance as they document Rosie's puppyhood and early training, then capture spontaneous scenes of her at work with disabled children and despondent nursing-home residents.
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