Rufus Rhymes: Modern Lullabies for Dog Lovers ... by Ron Burns with Andy Demsky. A tribute to one man's best friend.

Rufus Rhymes is one of the most beautifully illustrated “children's" books we have ever seen. And why wouldn't it be? All the original artwork for the book was painted by the author Ron Burns, one of the most highly acclaimed animal painters in the country. Ron has been called the Artist-in-Residence for The Humane Society of America, as well as “America's Favorite Animal Artist." Not too shabby, if we do say so ourselves.

“Although no longer earth-bound, his spirit lives on in my pledge to make sure each orphaned, abandoned and disregarded dog finds a loving home, because in their lonely and I-want-to-be-loved eyes I see Rufus," Burns writes in the book's forward. Rufus Rhymes, you see, is a tribute to who else but Rufus, a puppy rescued by Ron nearly 20 years ago and the canine muse for his early animal paintings.

Ron is keeping that pledge through the many animal programs he supports, and all his other philanthropic endeavors.

Even though Rufus Rhymes is only a few pages long, this little book will provide you with hours of smiles and laughter as you let your mind wander and revisit your first four-legged love affair. Just as it will inspire you to create new memories, perhaps by going out and bringing a new fur baby home.

So if you have a child or are just a kid at heart, don't wait. In fact, if you pre-order before August 14, Ron will personally autograph your copy of Rufus Rhymes.

To learn more about Rufus, Ron, and the many great organizations he supports, visit him @ www.ronburns.com

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