All That Ails You

All That Ails You
Author: Mark J. Asher
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2013-05-01
Genre: Congregate housing
ISBN: 9781484834510

Every dog deserves a forever home, and after being mistreated and given up several times, Wrigley has finally found his. The good-natured, smart mutt now spends his days as the house dog at SunRidge Assisted Living, comforting and doting on forty-five seniors. Happily, Wrigley has free run of the place, going where he senses he's needed, but his preferred spot is beside his favorite resident, Marjorie Thompson. A big shift comes to SunRidge, when a cranky curmudgeon named Walter Kepson moves in across the hall from Marjorie. Having arrived reluctantly, at the urging of his son, Walter can't stand Wrigley or anything else for that matter. But life has a way of making strange bedfellows, and after a series of dramatic, unforeseen events, Walter becomes indebted to Wrigley. His initial method of repayment-giving Wrigley lots of treats-perfectly suits the food-motivated house dog. But Wrigley is interested in more than just satisfying his unending appetite. He senses that Walter needs him and sees the old man as being similar to a neglected shelter dog, who if shown love, will reciprocate it. Before long, Wrigley softens Walter in a way only a dog can, and eventually helps bridge the gap between him and his son. Walter responds in kind by allowing Wrigley onto his furniture, and ultimately, into his heart. Told in Wrigley's voice, All That Ails You is an endearing story about the power of a dog's love, when we need it most, and healing the strained relationship between a parent and a child before it's too late.

A Canine Caregiver's Adventures

A Canine Caregiver's Adventures
Author: Tinisha Minasian
Publisher:
Total Pages: 126
Release: 2021-07-24
Genre:
ISBN:

This is a heartwarming story narrated by Wrigley, a dog who you instantly come to love and understand, and his adventures as he warms his way into the hearts and lives of the staff and residents of the assisted living home where he has happily landed. The sign of a good book is when you find yourself still in the story and involved with the characters long after you stop reading. Told in Wrigley's voice, this book is an endearing story about the power of a dog's love when we need it most.

The Adventures of Molly: Molly Moves to a New House

The Adventures of Molly: Molly Moves to a New House
Author: Hilari Rogers
Publisher:
Total Pages: 18
Release: 2021-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9781685155117

In this delightfully illustrated picture book, Molly the black Labrador Retriever is full of personality. She found out that her family is moving from her house in the city to a new house with a yard by a lake. She doesn't know what to expect. Will she like living there? Will her friend Cooper still come to visit? What will she do there? Sometimes change can be fun. Molly's moving adventure is a perfect way for parents, teachers, and caregivers to help children discuss life's changes and making new friends.

The Life Adventures of Robbie Dog Volume 1

The Life Adventures of Robbie Dog Volume 1
Author: Rhonda Nelson
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2011-09-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9781463677480

For a little puppy, Robbie Dog, life has some pretty big challenges. He watches the other puppies in his litter get picked to go to a new home and he doesn't understand why he is left behind! His poor health makes him so sick that he needs a life-saving operation and he's scared! Awakened out of a deep sleep, he lets his temper get the best of him and almost causes big trouble! When his beloved Grandpa Human dies, he tries hard to hold on to the feelings of love and comfort. Through four short stories, Robbie Dog learns and grows as he encounters the uncertainty of moving to a new home, the fearfulness of going to the hospital, the worry that he won't be loved when he makes a big mistake, and the grief that follows losing someone he loves. Robbie works his way through the same emotions that children face when their lives present challenges and changes. Told in a sensitive, gentle manner, the stories of Robbie Dog allow children to examine the emotions that seem to go along with hard life events. Discussion questions and activities that help to extend those conversations follow each story, assisting parents, caregivers, and teachers in creating a safe and supportive climate in which to help children come to terms with their own difficult experiences - and the feelings that accompany them.

A Dog Can Make A Difference

A Dog Can Make A Difference
Author: Randy Schaffer
Publisher: Ipub Global Connection, LLC
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-09-22
Genre:
ISBN: 9781948575904

Ever wondered how you can make a difference? Even a dog can! Join Jesse the Labradoodle on his first in a series of adventures through daily life in a dog's eyes. As a puppy, he learns how he can make a difference everywhere he goes-at home, doggy daycare, on a boat, and more! This easy-to-read picture book, packed with meaning and stunning watercolor images, shows young children and their caregivers how anyone can make a difference in their everyday lives. Even a small act of kindness can have a profound ripple effect, and Jesse's good deeds do not go unnoticed. This colorful and heartfelt story teaches children of all ages about the transformative power of compassion, care, and respect. It beautifully illustrates how one person or a beloved pet can leave a lasting impact on their community and world. A lover of dogs, cats, and furry or feathered critters of all shapes and sizes, author and illustrator Randy Schaffer has trained with some of the best watercolor artists in the U.S. Her 22 years as a spiritual ministry leader, along with her family's beloved pets, Jesse and Coco, inspired her to share how our relationships with others who need our empathy can help them navigate life's struggles. She has served on the Advisory Board of the Franciscan Spiritual Center in Aston, Penn., and Board of Oasis Ministries for Spiritual Development. She spent many years in a variety of positions within the garment industry. These life experiences inspired her to write and illustrate her debut book, A Dog Can Make a Difference, the first in a series about Jesse showing kindness and caring everywhere he ventures.

Going Home: Maggie the Puggle; Adventures of a Service Dog

Going Home: Maggie the Puggle; Adventures of a Service Dog
Author: Lisa M. Vecchione Ed D.
Publisher: Covenant Books
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2017-11-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781640032422

As Maggie grows and matures, she is transformed from an innocent pup into an atypical, fully certified Service Dog. She lives in a world that is filled with excitement and purpose. Going Home is the first in a series that shares just how extraordinary the life of a little dog that lives to learn, serve, and love can be.

Adventures with Ari

Adventures with Ari
Author: Kathryn Miles
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2009-04
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1602396388

Traces the author's forays into experiencing nature and promoting green agendas in accordance with a dog's perspective, describing the rewards she enjoyed while exploring the natural world at the side of her free-spirited puppy.

Born to Bark

Born to Bark
Author: Stanley Coren
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2011-08-16
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1439189218

Coren tells the wry, poignant, and good-hearted tale of his life with the dog whose antics inspired Coren's insights into canine behavior as a research psychologist, and on his outlook on life as a whole.

Adventures with Canine Cupids Box Set

Adventures with Canine Cupids Box Set
Author: Deirdre O'Dare
Publisher: JMS Books LLC
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2023-12-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1685505260

Caught up in the demands of their own life and work, many strong, independent men do not have time for love. Their lifestyle leads to being loners and at times they hardly realize something critical is missing from their world. This is when a devoted canine sees a need to bring about crossing their paths with the perfect partner and contriving a chance for them to stumble into the best possible relationship. Cupid could not ask for a more clever helper than a loving dog -- or sometimes two. Contains the stories: Doggone Love: Rancher Damon Carhart expects to spend the rest of his life alone. Then an injury to a beloved stock dog sends him to the nearest veterinary clinic for help. Once he entrusts his canine friend to veterinarian Eric Vann’s care, everything begins to change. And once desire gets a bite on him, what can he do but go along for the wild ride? The Maltese Terror: Landscape architect Nick and rancher Caleb are an unlikely pair. So are their dogs, a Maltese and a Blue Heeler, but the dogs soon form a bond. They seem to be conspiring to get their masters together. Can a couple of canine cupids make it happen? A New Leash on Life: Frenemies, once almost lovers ... Not happily back in their old home town, Justin and Barry have to agree how to handle that old attraction since it refuses to die. Business and pleasure threaten to tangle into a hangman’s knot. Can they somehow find a new leash on life? Love is Snowblind: Aspiring sled dog racer Dylan trusts his beloved lead dogs completely. Following an accident in dangerous circumstances, they accept cheechako Grey into their pack. Can he then refuse the newcomer admission into his life?

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Life Lessons from the Dog

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Life Lessons from the Dog
Author: Amy Newmark
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2019-04-09
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1611592887

We learn so much from our canine companions, and along the way they keep us company, provide unconditional love, and share in the ups and downs of our lives. What do we learn from our dogs? Everything. 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 protectors, 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 wonderful experience of sharing life with a dog. Life lessons from our dogs come in many forms, from the hilarious to the heroic. You’ll enjoy a wide variety in these 101 entertaining stories.