Life as a Dog

Life as a Dog: Two Heartwarming Memoirs of Love, Laughter and Life with a Dachshund

In Life as a Dog, L.A. Davenport brings together two unforgettable memoirs that explore life, love, and the irreplaceable bond with a beloved pet. Through My Life as a Dog and More Life as a Dog, readers follow the adventures of Davenport and his loyal dachshund, Kevin—a small dog with a big personality and a knack for making every day memorable.

From the awkwardness of meeting new people to the quiet comfort of companionship, these memoirs are filled with humor, reflection and moments of profound insight. With Kevin by his side, Davenport navigates life’s challenges with a little more laughter and a lot more love.

Life as a Dog is perfect for dog lovers, memoir enthusiasts, and anyone who knows the joy a four-legged friend can bring. A touching, funny, and beautifully told story of friendship and resilience, this volume celebrates the simple yet powerful connection between human and dog.

"Dog people, you need this book. I absolutely loved this. It spoke to me as a human owned by a dog in so many ways. Seriously, I could easily see myself in many of the situations and circumstances described, from walking the dog to talking to it, to all the highs and lows that come with being owned by a pet...this is an easy read, rather like sitting in the living room with our dogs sprawled across our laps soaking up the scratches and attention. You know, kinda like friends talking." June Price, Sunhusky's Daisy Reads 2

It’s a quick read, it’s a sweet read, it’s exactly the kind of thing to buoy your spirits after a long week (or 2020). I do recommend this for you or the dog lover in your life. The Irresponsible Reader

There is only one word that could describe this book and that is adorable…I really adored this wee book and I adored Kevin and it’s clear his owner also does! Such a sweet book. Books by Bindu

A read to give you that warm feeling inside, especially if read with a canine friend next to you. Nicki's book blog

It made me think of the dogs I had growing up and how much a miss having a dog around. This is a lovely story and a quick read. Sylv.net

An effective, novel, and touching portrait of a man's love for his dog . . . brimming with inventiveness and wit. The BookLife Prize

A “charming memoir” with “many vivid descriptions of his beloved dog.” The writing is “fresh, appealing, and insightful,” with “elegant” phrasing. The BookLife Prize.

Kevin the dachshund has a little part of my heart after reading this heartwarming story…This book is well written and short enough to read in one sitting, which is perfect as you won’t want to put it down. Andrew Reads

This is a fun, light hearted read especially for any dog lover. It's heart-warming, it's very touching and…a short, beautiful read. One for over a coffee or two with your favourite canine companion. Nicki’s Book Blog

This is memoir meets heartfelt storytelling…with both laugh out loud moments and moments that warm the heart, too. This is a quick read and a perfect one to lift the spirits in a new year. Dr Charley Barnes

You can read more about L.A. Davenport’s life with his black and tan dachshund and the genesis of My Life as a Dog, as well as see pictures of Kevin, here.

You can read about More Life as a Dog and how it took shape here.

L.A. Davenport is a writer and storyteller born in Cork, Ireland. He studied Medical Sciences and Social Anthropology at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, and has written novels, short stories, essays and reflections exploring science, history and the human experience. He divides his time between Lincolnshire and the Côte d’Azur, and has a fondness for typewriters, long walks and strong cups of tea.

Learn more about L.A. Davenport and his writing at Pushing the Wave.