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Devoted : 38 extraordinary tales of love, loyalty, and life with dogs / Rebecca Ascher-Walsh.

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2013]Description: 160 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 1426211589 (hardcover : alkaline paper)
  • 9781426211584 (hardcover : alkaline paper)
Subject(s):
Contents:
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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Adult Book Adult Book Main Library NonFiction 636.7 A813 Available 33111005189952
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Unlikely Friendships meets Marley and Me . This heartwarming gift book from National Geographic presents a collection of inspiring dog stories and touching photos-dogs who comfort veterans, dogs who learn to surf, dogs who detect cancer, and dogs who save the day- Each one is devoted. These 38 uplifting dog stories showcase the most amazing dog rescues, accomplishments, and abilities that fascinate us and touch our hearts.

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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