10 Heartwarming Animal Books
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In THE WRONG DOG, New York Times bestselling author David Elliot Cohen tells the humorous, engaging story of what happens when puppy pick-up instructions go disastrously awry and a boisterous rough-and-tumble ball of energy bursts onto the family scene. So begins the chronicle of the unexpected love between a big family and their giant lug of a high-spirited Lab that culminates in a once-in-a-lifetime road trip and revels in the glories of the human-canine relationship.
THE WRONG DOG is an insightful story filled with historical and geographic trivia and told with self-deprecating wit and mature perception.
Animals are an integral part of my reading life. Yes, of course, I can read without my cat flicking her fluffy tail to cover the exact line of my book that my eye is about to fall on. Maybe it’s easier to read without arguing over whether my hand should be turning the page or scratching her belly, but is it as pleasant? Is it as soul-feeding? Is there, then, any better reason to stop reading than because my parents’ dog has gotten tired of watching me sit still, and would very much like to go once around the block, or maybe just chase the ball for a minute, please. What better way to take some time to reflect back on what I’m reading then to do it with a little dog who doesn’t really care what I’m telling her about, but who is very happy to be included in the conversation. So, since animals are such an important part of my reading life, and my non-reading life, to be clear, I thought it would be fun to round up some books that tell the true stories of some amazing animal and human friendships.
Luis suffered from crippling PTSD and horrible physical wounds after two tours in Iraq. Tuesday was a trained service dog who had trouble connecting with adult humans. When they finally find each other, they teach each other how to heal.
Speaking of animals who are integral to our reading lives, Dewey was an actual library employee. Abandoned on the coldest night of the year, Dewey was lucky enough to find Vicki Myron, director of the local library, who took him in. Dewey grew to worldwide fame as he touched lives and promoted literacy in his small town.
It feels like it might be cheating to put two books by the wonderful Sy Montgomery on this list, but how can I not include both Christopher Hogwood and a book about octopuses? I can’t not, that’s what. The Soul of an Octopus is the story of Sy’s years observing octopuses (which is the proper plural form, so you know) at a New England aquarium and traveling the world to get to know these magnificent creatures. She chronicles their behavior in a way that will fill you with wonder and make you laugh. These animals can figure out puzzles, yes, but they also hold grudges.
In THE WRONG DOG, New York Times bestselling author David Elliot Cohen tells the humorous, engaging story of what happens when puppy pick-up instructions go disastrously awry and a boisterous rough-and-tumble ball of energy bursts onto the family scene. So begins the chronicle of the unexpected love between a big family and their giant lug of a high-spirited Lab that culminates in a once-in-a-lifetime road trip and revels in the glories of the human-canine relationship.
THE WRONG DOG is an insightful story filled with historical and geographic trivia and told with self-deprecating wit and mature perception.
Animals are an integral part of my reading life. Yes, of course, I can read without my cat flicking her fluffy tail to cover the exact line of my book that my eye is about to fall on. Maybe it’s easier to read without arguing over whether my hand should be turning the page or scratching her belly, but is it as pleasant? Is it as soul-feeding? Is there, then, any better reason to stop reading than because my parents’ dog has gotten tired of watching me sit still, and would very much like to go once around the block, or maybe just chase the ball for a minute, please. What better way to take some time to reflect back on what I’m reading then to do it with a little dog who doesn’t really care what I’m telling her about, but who is very happy to be included in the conversation. So, since animals are such an important part of my reading life, and my non-reading life, to be clear, I thought it would be fun to round up some books that tell the true stories of some amazing animal and human friendships.
