The Art of Racing In The Rain by Garth Stein

This novel is told from the point of view of a family dog (I know -  but honestly it is rather good).  The dog narrates events, partly from his point of view, as his owner marries, has a child, loses his wife and then battles his in-laws for custody of his daughter.  It is very well written and gripping and I found the narrative surprisingly touching.  Quite a light book but there is something very charming about it.