Bob ’s Debut book
‘Dog about town’
“Some of you may be surprised that I have published a book. And to those sceptics I would say: ‘Never underestimate the skills of a mini labradoodle - especially when treats are involved.’ I hope you enjoy this stroll around the deserted streets of lockdown London with me.”
Dog About Town
During lockdown, when rules allowed, Bob accompanied his owners on walks around the deserted streets of London. In return for some tasty morsels, he agreed to pose in front of some of the capital’s iconic, and some less familiar landmarks.
Bob didn’t set out to make a book. In fact, he is normally someone to shun the limelight, generally more interested in mud and sticks than museums and monuments. However, even Bob realised that his photos of London at this extraordinary time were rather special.
He hopes that Dog About Town will give dog and London lovers alike something to smile and chuckle about.
Profits from the book goes to the dog rescue and rehoming charity “All Dogs Matter”
I've got a lead, New Scotland Yard
Chilling by the tube, Covent Garden
Work of Art, National Gallery
Naval gazing, The Royal Naval College
About Bob
Bob lives in London. Dog About Town is his first book.
Follow Bob on Instagram @bobzontour
Praise for Dog About Town
“What a great collection of photos! I always knew there was more to you than stick collecting”
— Rocky, miniature poodle and companion in muddy walks
“Bobz - we now have an author in the family. Proud to call you my cousin”
— Luna, black labrador and partner in mischief
“The book made me chuckle. Fantastic. European sites next!”
- S and F, Flat haired retrievers
“Wonderful book! Lovely photography, design, copywriting and gggggrrrrrroduction! Bob clearly assembled a top-notch team to work with him to ensure that his high standards were achieved”
- Muffin, London - friend and Masterchef fan
“Lovely photos in the book and some of the captions made me laugh out loud, apart from thinking that Bob is adorable”
- Ros, the Cotswolds
“Soooo cute - wonderful!”
- Trixie, London lover
“Great photos of London - and what a poser!”
- Emma, Bedfordshire
“Louie loved his bedtime book. He thought Bob looked really cool in all those fab places”
- Louie, fellow miniature labradoodle, London
“I LOVE Bob’s book. It’s such a great idea. Everyone knows these iconic buildings in London, and so strange to see them deserted”
- Henrietta, Norfork
“DOG ABOUT TOWN IS SO GREAT. WE LOVE IT!”
- Margot, London
“The book looks fabulous!! And Bobby is as gorgeous as ever. I’m going to really enjoy looking at all the lovely pics and reading it. it’s a wonderful and brilliant job! When is the movie?!”
- Dave, great fan of Bob and Chief Tummy Tickler
“Love my pawsonal dedication - you are very clever Bob”
- Murphy, very bouncy golden doodle
“Bob is very talented. He’s created such a feel good tonic for these difficult times. Glad he feels he’s a political animal. I’d vote for him to be PM!!”
- Karen, London
“Wow, the book is fantastic, and very witty. Well done Bob”
- Maisie, cockapoo, Cambridge
“What a wonderful book and for such a great cause. Well done. I love it”
- John, Barnet
“The book is absolutely fabulous. Love all the captions. Bob is a star!”
- Jane, North London
“The Bob book is great, and a reminder of lockdown. He certainly got around!”
- Jane, Hampstead