Pets and their human caretakers have a special bond. They make each other feel better. They love each other. In her book Arden the Airedale, author Judy Mercer tells the story of a very special bond between Alicia and her dog. Arden and Alicia enjoy spending a lot of time together. But when Arden must stay with Alicia's friend while she is away, he misses her terribly. He worries that he may not see her again. Should he try to find her? Arden the Airedale is based on a true story. Enjoy Arden and Alicia's adventures and what happens when he decides she's been gone too long. Alicia and Arden lived in Kentucky for many years. They currently reside in Wisconsin and Arden is now 13 years old.