Devoted 38 extraordinary tales of love, loyalty, and life with dogs

In this heartwarming book, author Rebecca Ascher-Walsh presents a collection of inspiring dog stories -- dogs who comfort veterans, dogs who learn to surf, dogs who detect cancer, and dogs who save the day: each one is devoted. These thirty-eight uplifting dog stories showcase the most amazing dog r...

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Main Author: Ascher-Walsh, Rebecca
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2013]
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505 0 |a Love, honor, and devotion : introduction -- Cheyenne : the power of a puppy -- Ricochet : putting the "surf" in service -- Deedee : an unusual path to service -- Schoep : understanding what it means to heel -- Doogie : a reptilian wrestling match -- Hooch : a leap for love -- Hank : women's best friend -- Shana : redefining rescue dog -- Rosie : taking the stand -- Jasmine : the friendliest dog in town -- Wendy : good for the heart and soul -- Sonntag : call of the wild -- Brock : flying to the rescue -- Chancer : a lesson in loyalty -- Willow : for the love of learning -- Henry : the art of the save -- Luca : deaf to disability -- Faith : walking the walk -- Effie : sniffing away disease -- Pearl : a worldwide helper -- Chaser : mastering the English language -- Duchess : keeping her eyes on the prize -- Izzy : the gift of courage -- Jarod : protecting a family -- Picasso : keeping the pace -- Louise : giving the gift of solace -- Bear : the war dog who came home -- Cooper : the blind hunter -- Alfie : in good company -- Casey : finding the way home -- Wang Cai : patience is a virtue -- Hattie : the power of hearing -- Lilly : protector from peril -- Rocky : leading the way -- K'os : staving off disaster -- Dingo : a true survivor -- Wilma : holistic heroine -- Santina : a new kid of muse -- Resources. 
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