Arthur T. Walden and Chinook The relationship between humans and dogs likely goes back to a time before we could even communicate with one another. It is, without doubt, the stuff of legend and lore.

New Hampshire can claim a special part in that long trail of legend and lore because of one very special dog and the man who loved, raised and trained him; and turned his remarkable traits into a unique breed of working dog.

Disney himself could not have created a more powerful story of love between a man and a dog and the achievements spawned by that affection.