Author : Kerry Irving
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 20,19 MB
Release : 2020-03-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0008353506
The Sunday Times bestseller ’Are you ready, Max? If anyone’s going to help me do this, it’s you.’ The heart-warming tale of a life-saving friendship.
Author : Cynthia Willenbrock
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 29,61 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Animal welfare
ISBN : 9780615666259
In the story of Marshall the Miracle Dog, readers glean hope. Even though Marshall has been the victim of unfathomable abuse, he is not broken. Found at the home of an animal hoarder, Marshall was rescued and later adopted by author Cyndi Willenbrock. From the start, readers sympathize with Marshall, as they follow him from discovery to recovery. At first, Marshall is frightened and unsure of the strangers who bring him to safety; however, he learns to trust the kindness of others. Even though he is severely malnourished and loses a leg, he has a spirit that can only be described as miraculous! Marshall's astounding resilience inspires us all. He does not let circumstances beyond his control define him. Marshall the Miracle Dog begins with tragedy, but ends in triumph.
Author : Dave Barry
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 87 pages
File Size : 26,72 MB
Release : 2008-11-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1101650575
One of the warmest, funniest, and most delightful Christmas stories ever—from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Dave Barry. With fond nostalgia, Dave Barry takes readers back to a simpler time: The year is 1960, and young Doug Barnes is playing a shepherd in the Christmas pageant at St. John’s Episcopal Church—which is a very big deal. But there are problems everywhere. His fellow shepherds are misbehaving, which makes their director, Mrs. Elkins, yell at all of them; the girl he likes is playing Mary opposite a Joseph who is depressingly smart, athletic, and cute; the family dog is doing very poorly, and they have no idea what they’re going to tell Doug’s little sister, Becky, who’s playing one of the Host of Angels and who loves the dog more than anything; and his dad’s just gotten a flat tire, which means they might not even get to the pageant after all. But Christmas is a time of miracles. And for Doug and his family, this will be the most miraculous Christmas of all.
Author : Maureen Maurer
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 39,83 MB
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1493430548
After a devastating diagnosis at the age of 39, Maureen Maurer was given a second chance at life. Giving up her successful career as a CPA, she took a leap of faith to pursue her childhood dream: teaching dogs to help people with disabilities. She founded two nonprofit organizations, Assistance Dogs of Hawaii and Assistance Dogs Northwest, and unleashed the potential dogs have to help people with special needs. In Wonder Dogs, Maureen shares her story of discovering God's true purpose for her life and the amazing adventure that followed. She also tells the triumphant stories of her beloved dogs and their inspiring partners as they overcome incredible challenges to live life to the fullest. These heartwarming and uplifting accounts show what's possible when we focus on abilities rather than disabilities. Dog lovers everywhere will enjoy this fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at what goes into selecting and training assistance dogs. Anyone who loves stories about second chances and overcoming challenges will find in Wonder Dogs a whole pack of kindred spirits.
Author : Brian Dennis
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 37,8 MB
Release : 2009-11-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0316076309
Nubs, an Iraqi dog of war, never had a home or a person of his own. He was the leader of a pack of wild dogs living off the land and barely surviving. But Nubs's life changed when he met Marine Major Brian Dennis. The two formed a fast friendship, made stronger by Dennis's willingness to share his meals, offer a warm place to sleep, and give Nubs the kind of care and attention he had never received before. Nubs became part of Dennis's human "pack" until duty required the Marines to relocate a full 70 miles away--without him. Nubs had no way of knowing that Marines were not allowed to have pets. So began an incredible journey that would take Nubs through a freezing desert, filled with danger tofind his friend and would lead Dennis on a mission that would touch the hearts of people all over the world. Nubs and Dennis will remind readers that friendship has the power to cross deserts, continents, and even species.
Author : Jill Rappaport
Publisher : Collins
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,62 MB
Release : 2009-04-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780061731365
This is the true story of an abandoned puppy that was rescued by NBC's Today show correspondent Jill Rappaport. Jill named him Jack, and together they lived on a farm. Life with Jill was grand, all right! Jack spent his days running through fields, digging holes, playing with the horses, and chasing deer. But one day Jack's leg started to hurt. When Jill took him to the vet, she received bad news. Jack had bone cancer. In order to beat the disease, Jack's hurt leg had to be removed. Would life with only three legs be as grand as it was before? Jack & Jill is the story of a brave dog and his loving owner making it up the hill together. Told from Jack's point of view and with beautiful photographs by Linda Solomon, the message of hope in this book will inspire children and adults alike.
Author : Tracy Aiello
Publisher : eBookIt.com
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 10,77 MB
Release : 2013-02
Category : History
ISBN : 1456603612
Miracle Dogs of Portugal leads children on a voyage of discovery to 15th century Portugal, with the almost-true story of Henry the Navigator. When Henry was just a boy he summoned his own courage to take a surprising journey where he meets a delightful cast of characters - Milagro the Miracle Dog, Diego the fisherman, a cadre of sea creatures - and discovers his own dream. This almost-true story of historical figure Henry the Navigator and the history of the Portuguese Water Dog is the first in a historical fiction series for children that explains the periods and characters of world history using dogs as the ambassador to learning. The Miracle Dog series is appropriate for ages 5-10. Though the stories are fiction, the historical accuracy and context is designed to give children both the framework and the motivation to seek out more information about the character and the period in which the story is set, while inspiring them to make miracles in their own lives.
Author : Stephen Person
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 24,25 MB
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1617721344
Discusses the history, breeds, and training of sled dogs and sled dog racing.
Author : Randy Grim
Publisher : Blue Ribbon Books
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 29,8 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN :
A miraculous, funny, eye-opening and inspirational story for all animal lovers. Between five and twelve million animals are euthanized across the United States each year--more than one thousand every hour. Quentin, a Basenji mix, survived his death sentence and with his new owner, Randy Grim, has launched a campaign to end euthanization in shelters. Grim is the subject of the book "The Man Who Talks to Dogs," and the founder of Stray Rescue of St. Louis.
Author : Kasey Carlin
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,4 MB
Release : 2021-03
Category :
ISBN : 9781913406349
"The true story of a little street dog who learned to love again"--Cover.
