Download or read book A Dog Named Trouble Goes to a Forever Home written by Anthony Gonzalez and published by Mascot Books. This book was released on 2021-04-06 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Uh oh...here comes TROUBLE!! What do you get when you have a giant Saint Bernard alpha dog with a voracious appetite, infectious smile, formidable strength, and a desire to experience everything that life has to offer? You get Trouble! Trouble is a seven-year-old, 195-pound Saint Bernard, rescued from a kennel where he spent the majority of his time in a cage. In his new life, he wants to see and do everything: from making friends and playing with his own toys, to tasting every type of food that is not dog food, Trouble is determined to live life to the fullest. Along the way, he finds love, acceptance, and a joy that he never knew before. Join him on his journey of discovery and see the crazy antics he gets into to earn the name TROUBLE every day!

Download or read book The Other End of the Leash written by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D. and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2009-02-19 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.

Download or read book Tucker Finds His Forever Home written by Beth Cherryholmes Miller and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tucker Finds His Forever Home tells the story of a young pitbull-mix dog who is forced out of his home because of the way he looks. He wakes up in a park and is confused by his surroundings. He can't figure out why everyone is afraid of him. Tucker runs for shelter in an alley where he dreams of his old home and his boy, Henry. The next morning, Animal Resource Center finds him and take him to the animal shelter. Tucker is excited about his new surroundings, a bath, a soft bed, and high hopes of being adopted. Weeks go by and Tucker's happiness fades as many dogs are adopted and he is passed over because they think he is mean. One day, Tucker meets someone special. A young woman named Lyla, who thinks he is just perfect the way he is. She adopts Tucker and takes him to Wagtown, a dog-friendly community. Tucker has fun adventures and feels completely accepted in this new town. Lyla gives Tucker happiness, unconditional love, and a forever home. He realizes that he isn't a worthless dog after all. In the end Tucker found out that being himself was good enough.

Download or read book Wanted a Forever Home written by Janet Goodwin and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2016-08-04 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wanted: A Forever Home is a heart-warming tale where we share the thoughts, fears, loneliness, and joy of Senora, a toffee-nosed house cat, and ten very individual and determined street cats whose lives are all torn apart until they meet up with Gentleman George, a Portuguese mountain dog whose one mission in life has always been to obey the commands of his master. When George is commanded to find the scent of Bella, a street cat whom he has never seen, and return her to her forever home, his task proves far more complex than he could have ever imagined. But his troubles are only just beginning when he later finds himself shepherding a flock of cats across the Spanish countryside with all its unexpected twists and turns.

Download or read book Mr Puppy Gets His Forever Home written by Cindy Chambers and published by Dog Ear Publishing. This book was released on 2018-05-04 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Come with Beamer and his dear friend Anna as they visit the shelter to meet some adorable dogs. Delight in Anna’s excitement as she finds that one special dog to call her very own. You’ll be smiling with delight as Mr. Puppy gets his forever home. “Cindy Chambers has once again given us a road map to bringing joy and happiness into the lives of children through the kindness and humanity of pet adoption. Having an animal companion in the home has shown to have great benefits to the physical and psychological health of humans. Adopting a pet has profound positive impact on the animals and their new family members.” Edward Puccio, MD, FACEP President & Medical Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, Inova Loudoun Hospital “The story delightfully demonstrates the special relationship shared between children and their pets. While entertaining and appealing to the small readers, the book also provides insight to the world of animal rescue and pet ownership. As a veterinarian, the human-animal bond and the role pets play in family life is a marvelous phenomenon that I am privileged to see every day. Encouraging children in appropriate dog handling and care is certainly beneficial for the family’s two and four-legged members. The introduction to pet adoption to not only young readers, but also to their parents, is heartening to read, as so many rescue pets would integrate well into family life. The lessons that Cindy Chambers has so artfully shared in this book will surely have positive influences on children, their families, and numerous pets.” Elizabeth Byers Associated Veterinarian, Towne Animal Clinic, Leesburg, VA “What a wonderful and endearing story. It most definitely struck a chord in this animal rescuer’s heart and I am filled with gratitude. The message this book sends is gentle enough for a child, but strong enough to encourage parents to consider the adoption of a shelter animal. As a mother who has raised her children around rescue dogs, I cannot emphasize enough the deep connection- the unconditional love, loyalty and friendship between a child and their adopted four-legged companions. Opening your heart and home to an animal in need is one of life’s greatest and most rewarding gifts. I am incredibly grateful to Cindy Chambers and to Tell Me Town for beautifully expressing such an important message to families that may be considering the addition of an animal companion.” Diana Williams Casey Animal rescue, animal welfare advocate, foster, Volunteer photographer for rescue groups , Houston, Texas

Download or read book A Forever Home for Tiger written by Linda Chapman and published by Nosy Crow. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grace and Jack have a plan - to find purrfect homes for purrfect pets! Nine-year-old twins Grace and Jack run the Forever Homes rehoming service. Whether it's a cheeky puppy or a shy kitten, they're determined to pair every animal with their perfect person - and have lots of adventures along the way! Tiger is a cute, adventure-seeking kitten. Everyone loves him and wants to take him home! How will the twins decide which home would suit him best? Fans of Zoe's Rescue Zoo and Holly Webb will love Forever Homes! Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Forever Homes is the ideal series for animal-mad readers aged 5+. Have you read the other Forever Homes stories? A Forever Home for Tilly A Forever Home for Pip A Forever Home for Fluffy A Forever Home for Bella A Forever Home for Luna

Download or read book A Girl and Her Dogs written by Carol Norris and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-11-05 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a story about a girl and her extraordinary rescue dogs. The girl is my daughter Kelsey and the dogs are named Izzie and Sadie. The four of us are a family united by love and separated through the cruelty of other humans. The only way Kelsey and I can deal with our tragic loss is to write about it. Kelsey was found in a Russian orphanage, when she was eleven months old and weighing less than fourteen pounds. The doctors did not know if she would ever walk or talk. She has been diagnosed as having autism, intellectual disabilities, and Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome. Kelsey is currently a seventh grade special education student. She is thriving and is on the honor roll. She is not your typical seventh grade student. Currently, Kelsey is a nationally recognized advocate, community volunteer, beauty queen, author, and athlete. None of this success would have been possible if not for the love of her two rescue dogs, Izzie and Sadie. The most significant turning point in Kelsey's life was the day she met her dog Izzie. Since second grade, Izzie has been her protector, best friend, and confidant. They were joined a few years later by an abandoned puppy named Sadie. It has been the power of this bond, cemented by mutual love, that has forever changed Kelsey's life. Their story is dramatic. These dogs saved our lives on more than one occasion, including a situation that involved a missing child and law enforcement officers from two counties. They deserved to spend the rest of their lives with us. Unfortunately, that is not how their story ends. We were forced to make a heartbreaking decision to let them go in order to keep them safe. We are forever grateful to the kind volunteers at the animal shelter who helped us. Some of the proceeds from this book will be donated to that shelter.

Download or read book A Second Shot written by Shannon Stacey and published by Shannon Stacey. This book was released on 2018-12-14 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Andi Morgan was the one who got away—the woman Erik Burke walked away from to focus on the game—but when their paths cross once again, all he wants for Christmas is the chance to take another shot at love. (Previously published in the Hockey Holidays anthology.)

Download or read book Driftwood Creek written by Roxanne Snopek and published by Zebra Books. This book was released on 2018-06-26 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nestled among the forests and coves that dot the Oregon coast, Sanctuary Ranch is a home for strays—both human and animal—and the starting off point for second chances . . . After aging out of the California foster care system, Jamie Vaughn found her place in the world at Sanctuary Ranch in Sunset Bay. But other lost souls are not so lucky, so she’s made it her mission to rescue those that cross her path—like the injured pup she just found. The man he belongs to is obviously an unfit owner, so she’s just going to ignore the address on the dog’s tag. She has more important things on her mind, like roping her handsome coworker, Gideon, out of the friend zone and into helping her . . . Head wrangler Gideon Low knows that Jamie’s bark is worse than her bite, despite her rough exterior. In fact, he’s determined to protect her from her too-tender heart, even if it means returning the not-so-homeless puppy—and putting some distance between them. But sooner or later, Gideon’s best intentions will turn on him. And he’ll learn that he’s not the only one with secrets—and that the love of your life can be right under your nose . . .

Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul The Magic of Dogs written by Amy Newmark and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-07-14 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dogs keep us company, provide unconditional love, share in the ups and downs of our lives and every day an adventure. You’ll love these 101 dog tales of family, friendship, fun. How do dogs do it? Even non “dog people” fall under their spell. Our dogs make us better people. If we rescued them, they rescue us back. If we’re sad, they comfort us. If we need to have more fun, they show us how. They are our therapists, our role models, and our best friends. You’ll laugh a lot, tear up at times, and nod your head in recognition as you read these tales about the magical experience of sharing life with a dog. From hilarious to heroic, mischievous to miraculous, and everything in between, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of entertaining stories about the magic of dogs. And your purchase of this book will help support the important work of American Humane, creating a better life for dogs everywhere.

Download or read book The Dog that Lives on the Moon written by Armando Gonzalez and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2022-03-07 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life after death? Where is the Rainbow Bridge? Sugar, a mixed breed Chihuahua/cairn terrier, answers these questions in The Dog That Lives on the Moon. This book is a story of not only her life here on earth but also her spiritual life on the moon. Her earthly life consists of living with two humans and the adventures they shared and also the dogs that were part of her life and her nemesis, Ash Lee and Gypsy, two cats who lived with her at the Del Mar Apartments. She lived in Tucson, Arizona, but traveled to places like Tombstone and Bisbee, Arizona, San Diego, San Francisco, and Mount Saint Helens. After her death, her adventures continue, but with a little more spice. She goes to live on the moon where she meets Cochie; Cutie, an abused dog; Thunder, a fighting dog; Kingston, a Hurricane Katrina casualty; and Skeeter, the oldest dog living on the moon, each with their own stories. One adventure that Skeeter tells her is the landing on the moon by men and what happened. She even meets two important human spirits, Francis and Buddy, who share philosophy with her. A great read for dog and animal lovers, it grips the heart of the reader, and they will never look at their pets the same way.

Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul The Dog Really Did That written by Amy Newmark and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-08-08 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dog really did that? You’ll recognize your own dog in this entertaining collection of stories about the surprising, amusing, heartwarming things that our dogs do. From dogs who chew shoes to dogs who mend relationships—from crazy canines who crack us up to intuitive ones who act like therapists —from dogs who need rescuing to dogs who rescue their owners— you’ll see your own dog with new appreciation for his or her unique skills and intuition. With a special emphasis on the benefits and joys of adopting black dogs, senior dogs, and all the other types of dogs who get left behind, these stories may even motivate you to visit your local shelter. And your purchase of this book will help support the important, life-saving work of American Humane!

Download or read book A Dog Named Boo written by Lisa J. Edwards and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2021-07-06 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The International Bestseller The 'feel good' book of the season… Boo’s story reminds all of us that life is full of possibilities and that hope often arrives wagging a tail. —Best Friends magazine The dunce of obedience class with poor eyesight and a clumsy gait, Boo was the least likely of heroes. Yet with his unflappable spirit and boundless love, Boo has changed countless lives through his work as a therapy dog: inspiring a six-year-old boy to speak for the first time in his life, coaxing movement from a paralyzed girl and stirring life in a ninety-four-year-old nun with Alzheimer’s disease. But perhaps Boo’s greatest miracle is the way he transformed Lisa Edwards’s life, giving her the best gift of all: faith in herself. This is the inspiring true story of how one woman and one dog rescued each other, a moving tribute to hope, resilience and the transformative power of unconditional love.

Download or read book Rescue Road written by Peter Zheutlin and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Peter Zheutlin has written a lovely, moving, important book about a subject that is both heartbreaking and joyful." - Dean Koontz How far would you go to save a life? This is the extraordinary story of one man who has driven more than 1 million miles to rescue thousands of dogs from hunger, abuse and neglect and give them a second chance at life and love. For years, Greg Mahle struggled to keep the last of his family-run restaurants afloat in Ohio. When it finally closed, he was broke and unsure what to do next. Then a stranded van-load of puppies changed his life forever. Join journalist Peter Zheutlin as he travels with Greg from Ohio to the Gulf Coast on his Rescue Road Trips to bring hard-luck dogs from the deep South to loving "forever families" up north looking to adopt a pet, with the help of many selfless volunteers along the way. From Houston's impoverished Fifth Ward--where thousands of strays roam the streets--and high-kill animal shelters in Louisiana, to joyous scenes of adopters embracing their new pups in the Northeast, Rescue Road is full of heart: an inspiring story about the unique bond between dogs and humans, and how going the extra mile can make a life-changing difference for these loyal canines-and for us all. A heartwarming, awe-inspiring story of how one man can impact so many lives, human and puppy alike. Fans of Marley and Me, Oogy: The Dog Only A Family Could Love, and You Had Me At Woof will be inspired and touched by this story. What readers are saying about Rescue Road: "I stand in awe of those who can do this kind of rescue work, for their persistence, compassion and willingness to get dirty in the service of animals." "a heartwarming & eye opening journey into the world of dog rescue." "I highly recommend this book if you are looking to restore your faith in humanity." "a heart-warming story that reaffirms there are many compassionate people who work tirelessly to save dogs." What reviewers are saying about Rescue Road: "An unabashedly sentimental and affecting portrait of a modern-day animal-loving hero." - Kirkus "a canine caravan with heart and soul..." - Teresa Rhyne, author of the #1 NYT bestseller The Dog Lived (And So Will I) "Heartwarming doesn't suffice to describe it... restores faith in humanity." - Alexandra Horowitz, author of Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know "A tender, inspiring homage..." - Matthew Gilbert, author of Off the Leash: A Year at the Dog Park "Inspiring and riveting new book...a must-read..." - The Bark

Download or read book The Cat Who Found Her Family written by Renee Conoulty and published by Renee Conoulty. This book was released on 2023-01-20 with total page 23 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Coco the cat meets her new owner, she quickly falls in love with the many things her home has to offer - the cozy bed, the yummy treats, and even the other pets. But there's one thing that Coco just can't seem to love - her owner! Follow Coco as she discovers what it really means to love and be loved in this charming, heartwarming beginner chapter book. With beautiful illustrations and a sweet message, The Cat Who Found Her Family is sure to delight readers of all ages.

Download or read book Almost Too Many Dogs written by Charlotte Higgins-Lee and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2015-08-27 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This uplifting little book tells the true life stories of a few dogs who were lucky enough to be rescued and fostered until good homes could be found. TOLD SIMPLY, MOSTLY FROM THE LOVEABLE DOGS' POINTS OF VIEW, THIS DELIGHTFUL BOOK SPEAKS ALSO FOR CHILDREN WHO GO THROUGH THE FOSTER CARE/ADOPTION SYSTEM. Some kids and pets have a rough journey before they get a safe, loving home. Some have to be placed a couple of times before getting a good fit. We wish all of them could be born lucky and always be happy! There needs to be enough good, "forever" homes for every pet that is born. ('FOREVER" MEANS "FOREVER," NOT "WHILE IT IS CONVENIENT." IT MEANS "EVEN WHEN THE PET GETS OLD OR SICK." IT MEANS, WHEN YOU MOVE, YOU TAKE THE PET WITH YOU.) Until then, good and kind people need to provide rescue, shelter, foster, and adoption services for those who get an unlucky break. For pets, MUCH of the answer is taking the responsibility to protect them, not let them run loose, vaccinate them, and to spay or neuter them. (A neutered or spayed pet lives a longer, healthier life and does NOT create MORE pets that need homes.) Rescue, fostering and adoption are hard work. Sometimes sad. LOVE is what keeps those animal welfare people trying. Most are volunteers. They LIVE for the happy endings! A loving heart is a loving heart, no matter in what chest it beats.

Download or read book The Kindness Diaries written by Leon Logothesis and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-12-30 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kindness Diaries is now trending on Netflix! Follow the inspirational journey of a former stockbroker who leaves his unfulfilling desk job in search of a meaningful life. He sets out from Los Angeles on a vintage motorbike, determined to circumnavigate the globe surviving only on the kindness of strangers. Incredibly, he makes his way across the U.S., through Europe, India, Cambodia, and Vietnam, and finally to Canada and back to the Hollywood sign, by asking strangers for shelter, food, and gas. Again and again, he’s won over by the generosity of humanity, from the homeless man who shares his blanket to the poor farmer who helps him with his broken down bike, and the HIV-positive mother who takes him in and feeds him. At each stop, he finds a way to give back to these unsuspecting Good Samaritans in life-changing ways, by rebuilding their homes, paying for their schooling, and leaving behind gifts big and small. The Kindness Diaries will introduce you to a world of adventure, renew your faith in the bonds that connect people, and inspire you to accept and generate kindness in your own life.