What Heidi Knows

Imagination is more important than knowledge. Albert EinsteinWhat Heidi Knows is the story of Heidi, a Rottweiler and Checkmate,a Basenji.As a puppy, Heidi was an abused dog, rescued by the Friends of theAnimals Association and later put up for adoption. Heidi adopts a woman tobe her friend but not her master, as she was and still is an alpha dog. Over theiryears, Heidi and her human companion explore British Columbia, enduringmany hardships, always striving for a better life. This story written from Heidis and Checkmates point of view, portrays theirmany friends, both canine and human, who pass through their life, somepermanent some temporary. As the life story of Heidi and Checkmate unfolds, it shows us the many inherentqualities of a dog, from endurance to tolerance, sympathy and affection tozealous enthusiasm.