In 2005, Deirdre Little Darling Franklin founded the non-profit organization, Pinups for Pitbulls, because she was tired of so-called rescues and shelters euthanizing healthy, friendly, and adoptable animals due to their alleged breed. Drawing on her background in modeling, she created a calendar like no othereye-catching pinup girls and their pit bull pups, in era-appropriate stylethat has become something of a phenomenon in the world of animal advocacy.



Now, Pinups for Pitbulls has assembled the best of their calendars and many never-before-seen photographs into a lush full-color volume. Featuring essays and testimonials from former pinups and longtime volunteers as well as a complete history of the breed, helpful tips for new rescue owners, and a heartfelt homage to the dog who inspired it allthe late Carla Lou is a must-have book for anyone who loves their four-legged friend.