The girls generously brought their favorite humans along with them on the trip. Michael Malyszko, whose work has been published in 40 countries, photographed the mad escapades while wordsmith Judith Hughes chronicled their trip through the City of Light in appropriate cano-centric verse:

A spot to cool off is what every dog needs,
so we dipped our paws at la Place St. Placide.
Big and refreshing and deep as a well,
But not so grand as la Place St. Michel.

If you were looking for biting cultural commentary, you are surely barking up the wrong arbre with these girls. But if you are a dog lover and a fan of whimsy (and who isn't?), you are sure to find Betty and Rita Go to Paris a doggone bewitching book. --Perry Atterberry

Product Description
They were free dogs in Paris, unfettered and alive....
Two traveling Labradors tour the City of Light in this charming portrait of Paris and irresistible celebration of canine joie de vivre. Lingering in front of the Louvre, pondering Jim Morrison s grave, befriending a poodle at Les Halles, or enjoying a baguette at the Eiffel Tower, Betty and Rita take in all the sights of Paris in this enchanting picture book. Big dogs on the trail of big fun, they visit Notre Dame, the Bastille, L'Arc de Triomphe, and the Centre Pompidou, as well as the parks, fountains, bistros, and other sights that Paris is famous for. Forty duotone photographs accompanied by brief captions capture the Parisian holiday experience with whimsical wit. As sure as the dog is man s best friend, Betty and Rita Go to Paris will charm les pantalons off Francophiles, photographers, and dog lovers the world over. Betty, age 11, is the consummate big sister and enjoys the perks of such a position, especially the lion s share of all food treats. Rita, seven, defers readily, preferring attention to food anytime. This is their first book.

This should be enjoyed by anyone who understands the mind of a dog or who has been to Paris. It will be especially pleasing to those who appreicate both


Lovely doggy fun, beautifully photographed & smashing text!   August 26, 1999
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

The dogs on their own are adorable, the words on their own are wonderful, the sights of Paris are beautiful - but put them all together in this lovely book and you get the dreamy package that is "Betty & Rita Go to Paris". Excellent work! I look forward to Betty & Rita's next adventure.


Perfectly charming.   June 2, 1999
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This book is a charmer. The pictures are delightful and some are hilarious. It is a perfect gift for anyone who (1) is a dog lover and (2) has a sense of humor. They did a wonderful and creative job.


A highly recommened book   June 2, 1999
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

Being a good friend of the family, you can see how hard Malyszko and Huges have worked on this terrific book. The photographs are sure to go down as wonderful photos and the short poems are nice and 'crisp'. If you want a fantastic book to look at, read, learn a little French, or just have on a coffee table for guests to marvel over,this is it! It is a splendid and interesting book. I highly recommend it!