Thinking of Winter

Everyone loves their dogs, naturally. Every dog is a good boy, naturally.

But Winter was different.

When Shantanu Naidu brought the golden retriever into his life, he skipped all the rules of puppyhood--no chewed shoes, no tantrums, no restless nights. Instead, Winter arrived as a gentleman from the start: calm, dignified, yet disarmingly affectionate.

From the snowy streets of Ithaca to the bustling chaos of Mumbai, it was often just the two of them--man and dog--navigating the world together. Along the way, Naidu found himself learning from Winter: in his generosity, his bravery, his quiet wisdom.

This is not just a book about a dog. It is a tender chronicle of companionship, resilience, and the small, surprising ways a four-legged friend can shape a life.