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Author |
: Roxanne Willems Snopek |
Publisher |
: Heritage House Publishing Co |
Total Pages |
: 140 |
Release |
: 2011-07-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781926613826 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1926613821 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (26 Downloads) |
Synopsis More Great Dog Stories by : Roxanne Willems Snopek
These are tales about people who turned around the lives of their dogs, and dogs who turned around the lives of their people. A retired greyhound named Blaster learns about life beyond the racetrack. Jovi, a fearful border collie, discovers the joys of human and canine companionship. A service dog named Blue opens doors for her owner, a quadriplegic, that he thought were forever closed to him. Dog lovers of all ages will be inspired and moved by these true stories.
Author |
: Edward William Dolch |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 63 |
Release |
: 1999-05-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0028308115 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780028308111 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (15 Downloads) |
Synopsis More True Dog Stories by : Edward William Dolch
Author |
: Patricia M. Sherwood |
Publisher |
: Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages |
: 334 |
Release |
: 2023-09-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781493083510 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1493083511 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (10 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Greatest Dog Stories Ever Told by : Patricia M. Sherwood
The Greatest Dog Stories Ever Told is an enthralling compilation of some of the most moving and illuminating stories ever penned on the subject of our canine companions. The stories in this book can stand on their own, but once you read one you'll want to read them all! Here, you'll find selections from renowned writers of the genre such as Jack London, James Thurber, and Willie Morris, as well as a few surprise contributions from writers more famous in other fields, such as Ray Bradbury and Thomas Mann. Also included in this collection are stories from Will Rogers, P. G. Wodehouse, Peter Mayle, and Stephen J. Bodio. Any dog lover is sure to find The Greatest Dog Stories Ever Told impossible to put down. In the thirty-six stories in this fascinating collection you will meet all kinds of dogs-sled dogs, herding dogs, hunting and birding dogs, family pets and movie stars. There's a story of a dog who was a growing boy's best friend, and even a man who was a dog in another life. These dogs will make you laugh, make you cry, but most of all, they will make you realize just why humans adore their dogs so much.
Author |
: Davide Cali |
Publisher |
: Tundra Books |
Total Pages |
: 47 |
Release |
: 2018-05-29 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781101919187 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1101919183 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (87 Downloads) |
Synopsis Great Dog by : Davide Cali
The age-old question of "what will I be when I grow up" gets a hilarious twist in this stylish and clever story. A pup and his father contemplate his grand future while looking at other Great Dogs in their family. Will he be a marathon runner like Uncle Tibor, the fastest dog in the family? Will he be an astronaut like Aunt Yuki, who reached for the stars? Or maybe a teacher like Uncle Scooter, respected by all? No matter what, says his father, he will be a GREAT dog! Davide Cali's tongue-in-check writing and Miguel Tanco's unique and funny illustrations bring these great dogs to life and will have readers giggling from start to finish. With gatefolds that show the real story behind the characters and a surprise twist at the end, Great Dog is a winner for kids and parents alike!
Author |
: Roxanne Willems Snopek |
Publisher |
: Heritage House Publishing Co |
Total Pages |
: 132 |
Release |
: 2011-07-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781926613710 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1926613716 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (10 Downloads) |
Synopsis More Great Cat Stories by : Roxanne Willems Snopek
The bond between cats and their people comes to the fore in these charming true stories. Cinders shows her young owner that she is more than her fears and insecurities. Mr. Morris's love of people makes him a winner as a therapy cat. A stray named Kitty finds a new owner and gives him a reason to live. Poignant and heartwarming, these stories will be cherished by cat lovers of all ages.
Author |
: Roxanne Willems Snopek |
Publisher |
: Heritage House Publishing Co |
Total Pages |
: 130 |
Release |
: 2011-08-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781926613970 |
ISBN-13 |
: 192661397X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (70 Downloads) |
Synopsis Great Dog Stories by : Roxanne Willems Snopek
From small mixed-breed pets to devoted work partners performing life-saving duties, dogs are remarkable and versatile creatures, and they enrich our lives immeasurably. Roxanne Willems Snopek shares 11 moving stories that illustrate the bonds between exceptional dogs and their owners. A service dog named Zephyr changes the life of celebrated children's author Jean Little. Mojo, an aging black Labrador retriever, gives the gift of courage to a cancer-stricken young boy. A woman who rescues unwanted and abused dogs is herself saved by a pair of brave Rottweilers during a hike in the bush. Eve, a sheepdog with a fear of sheep, becomes the first civilian-owned dog in Calgary to be certified as an RCMP Civilian Search and Rescue Dog. These inspiring tales of the love, dedication and intelligence of humankind's canine companions are certain to be treasured by all dog lovers.
Author |
: Roxanne Willems Snopek |
Publisher |
: Heritage House Publishing Co |
Total Pages |
: 130 |
Release |
: 2011-03-24 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781926613963 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1926613961 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (63 Downloads) |
Synopsis Great Cat Stories by : Roxanne Willems Snopek
Cats have fascinated and delighted humankind for millennia. Mysterious and enchanting or affectionate and playful, they immeasurably enrich the lives of their human companions. In this collection of stories about exceptional cats, Roxanne Willems Snopek explores the loving relationship between cats and their people. A dedicated woman founds an organization to care for feral cats on the cold, hostile streets of Saskatoon. A clever cat becomes a famous columnist, with just a little help from his writer-owner. A stray cat moves into a Vancouver hotel and decides to stay, becoming the subject of a bestselling children's book. In Ottawa, an elderly man selflessly maintains a long tradition of caring for the cats of Parliament Hill. From cats that heal and console the ailing to cats that survive only through the love of their caregivers, the stories of these memorable pets will warm the hearts of all animal lovers.
Author |
: Roxanne Willems Snopek |
Publisher |
: Heritage House Publishing Co |
Total Pages |
: 140 |
Release |
: 2011-02-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781926936222 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1926936221 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (22 Downloads) |
Synopsis Inspiring Animal Tales by : Roxanne Willems Snopek
Dogs, horses and other animals have long shown courage, trust and loyalty to the people in their lives, but they also inspire selfless love in return. This touching collection of true stories shows how people and animals come together to overcome life's challenges and find hope for the future. National Service Dogs give autistic children the gift of love and security, and dedicated animal lovers devote their lives to rescuing and healing abused or abandoned big cats, donkeys and parrots. The relationships portrayed in these stories are truly heartwarming.
Author |
: Albert Payson Terhune |
Publisher |
: Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages |
: 236 |
Release |
: 2014-04-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781473393134 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1473393132 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (34 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Best-Loved Dog Stories of Albert Payson Terhune by : Albert Payson Terhune
Terhune penned many books about the dogs he kept and trained on the Sunnybank estate throughout the 1920s and 30s. The Best-Loved Dog Stories of Albert Payson Terhune is a collection of the best of Terhune's dog stories, and selections from his autobiography. One for dog lovers, most of the Sunnybank characters are here. This early work by Albert Payson Terhune was originally published in 1937 as The Terhune Omnibus then later republished as The Best-Loved Dog Stories of Albert Payson Terhune, we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography.
Author |
: Roxanne Willems Snopek |
Publisher |
: Heritage House Publishing Co |
Total Pages |
: 146 |
Release |
: 2013-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781927527283 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1927527287 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (83 Downloads) |
Synopsis Hearts in the Wild by : Roxanne Willems Snopek
Every year, thousands of wild animals are injured or orphaned in Canada, while the habitat and very existence of others is threatened by human activity. Roxanne Willems Snopek tells the inspiring stories of some of these amazing creatures and the dedicated and compassionate people who care for them. Wildlife rescue centres help many of our urban animal neighbours, from the tiniest baby songbirds to skunks, raccoons, opossums and rabbits. Other concerned volunteers work on the edge of the wilderness. In the Alberta foothills, a few passionate advocates fight to protect dwindling bands of wild horses. Residents of Churchill, Manitoba, watch over the magnificent beluga whales and polar bears of the region. A wildlife centre in Golden, BC, strives to educate people about the vital environmental importance of the wolf. These heartwarming tales of rescue, rehabilitation and conservation are sure to delight all animal lovers.