James Herriot, the British veterinary surgeon
and writer is best known for his popular stories,
often referred to as "All Creatures Great and Small"

After retiring, he finally got dog he had wanted his
whole life, a Border Terrier. He later said that
"Bodie" gave him more joy than any other dog he had ever known.

This wonderful photo shows them enjoying a tender moment together
It's from the back cover of "The Best of James Herriot"
COPYRIGHT: THE READERS DIGEST ASSOCIATION, 1982

Below is an excerpt of his thoughts on Bodie, from
"James Herriot's Favorite Dog Stories"
COPYRIGHT: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS, 2014

I decided to fulfill a longtime ambition, to own a
Border terrier. I had loved this breed, with its
whiskery face, ever since I had come to work in
Yorkshire. But there had never been a litter around
when we had wanted a new dog.

This time, however, I was very fortunate to find the
last of a litter not far away in Bedale, and so Bodie
joined the Herriot household. I don't think any of my
other dogs would be too upset if I said that no dog
has ever given me so much joy as Bodie - who is lying
beside me now as I write. From the moment that I reached
down and lifted up the puppy, and he curled his little
body round, apparently trying to touch his tail with
his nose, I was lost to him.