Barney : the stray beagle who became a TV star and stole our hearts
by Dick Wolfsie
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The Geratest Barney Moments, as told by his faithful human sidekick -- a tale destined to make dog lovers laugh, cry, and howl at the moon. Racing out the door one very cold morning, TV reporter Dick Wolfsie nearly tripped over a tiny beagle on his front step. In his haste, he welcomed the little stray into the house and rushed off to work. Eight hours later, Dick returned to a shredded couch, a well-gnawed pair of heels, mangled curtains and a damp rug. Dick's wife issued an ultimatum: "The show more dog must go. Either that, or you have to take him to work with you." From this humble beginning, a star was born. Barney the Beagle's career in the public eye included 3,000 shows, 14 commercials, and 12 straight years on the air. Restaurants named drinks and sandwiches after him, and the local boarding kennel christened a suite in his name. He even had his own late-night movie review show and a line of Barney boxer shorts. Barney was also a canine goodwill ambassador, wagging his way through hospitals, retirement homes and schools. After Barney died, over 1,700 e-mails and letters poured in, a reflection of sympathy as well as the connection this little canine made with people everywhere. If you followed Barney's antics over the years, you'll relish your favorite Barney stories here, plus more than a few surprises. If you missed Barney on TV, here's your chance to meet an unforgettable beagle who had heart, brains, and moxie to spare. Book jacket. show lessTags
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Dick Wolfsie has been pleasing audiences for over thirty years. A native of New Rochelle, New York, he graduated from George Washington University and taught English and psychology to defenseless high school seniors for almost ten years before he got into broadcasting. Wolfsie came to Indianapolis in 1983, where he and Patty Spitler co-hosted show more Indianapolis Afternoon. In 1986, Wolfsie created and hosted a live morning talk show from Union Station. For the past ten years, he has been a feature reporter on WISH-TV's Daybreak, bringing a little spice to early morning TV. He also has been a contributor for Indianapolis Monthly magazine and Thomson Newspapers. He lives with his wife, Mary Ellen, a hospital administrator, son, Brett -- and Barney the beagle, of course -- on the Northeastside of Indianapolis show less
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- Barney : the stray beagle who became a TV star and stole our hearts
- Original publication date
- 2004
- People/Characters
- Barney (Dog, Beagle); Dick Wolfsie
- Important places
- Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Epigraph
- Every dog touches the lives of a few
A few dogs touch the lives of many
In memory of Barney the Beagle
(On a plaque at the Indiana Animal Shelter) - Dedication
- This book is dedicated to pet lovers everywhere, but especially to Liz Severino, with whom I share a secret about Barney.
I know it is safe with her. - First words
- No writing assignment was ever more fun and so difficult at the same time. (Preface)
As a person who studies the unique connection between humans and their pets, I took a special interest in the duo of Dick Wolfsie and Barney. (Introduction by Alan Beck)
I remember the day I met Barney. - Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)"Heaven knows. You must be habit-forming."
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- Nonfiction
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- 791.450280929 — Arts & recreation Recreation, sports, and performing arts Movies, TV, Video Motion pictures, radio, television, podcasting Television Acting Biography
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- PN1992.8 .A58 .W65 — Language and Literature Literature (General) Literature (General) Drama Broadcasting Television broadcasts
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