You don't throw a whole life away just because it's banged up a little. (from the movie Seabiscuit)
FETCHDOG BOOK REVIEW
Posted on Jan 15, 2008 By Melissa Holbrook Pierson
Extraordinary Dogs: Inspirational Stories of Dogs With Disabilities
Joyce Darrell, The Lyons Press
On some dark days, you need a pep talk. It could always be worse! Or, If things seem bleak, just take the blindfold off
and see the light. Here's a pep talk between covers, a compendium of stories about dogs who, through accident or birth,
suffer disabilities that affect their movement, but not their moods.
ANIMAL RADIO BOOK REVIEW for October 2007
Animal Radio Book Club
(rated 4 out of 5 paws)
Extraordinary Dogs: Inspirational Stories of Dogs with Disabilities by Joyce Darrell
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: The Lyons Press (June 2007)
ISBN-10: 1599210495
Reviewed by Judy Francis
There are numerous books and stories about animals helping their handicapped human counterparts. But it is rare
to see a book filled with handicapped dogs who need our help. Extraordinary Dogs is a compilation of 50 stories
about dogs with disabilities, such as blindness, those that are paralyzed and some with only three legs.
Some of the stories were hard to read, like the tear-jerker about Jinx, a rambunctious three-legged terrier mix
that was dumped and abandoned on the side of the road. Despite the adversity these pups faced, they were still
able to find families who loved them unconditionally. This is more a book of the extraordinary people who welcomed
these animals into their lives despite their obvious handicaps. These people are also truly extraordinary!
See other reviews at AnimalRadio.com.
LONG ISLAND PRESS BOOK REVIEW
Extraordinary Dogs: Inspirational Stories of Dogs With Disabilities
Joyce Darrell, The Lyons Press
Never underestimate the life force of a disabled pet. Extraordinary Dogs celebrates special pets nationwide that have shown
outstanding courage in adversity, and their amazing caretakers. Compassionate author Darrell tells us what to expect from a
disabled pet (it's never too late to adopt one), sharing her experiences with her beloved Kiri, left without the use of her
hind legs after it was hit by a car. Now recovered, Kiri uses a wheelchair and has made a triumphant return home. Also included
is LI hero golden retriever Gina, who was paralyzed after a hit-and-run accident. Thanks to Long Island Golden Retriever
Rescue and loving owner Debbie Poznack-Olsen, Gina has recovered, uses a wheelchair and doesn't even recognize her disability.
These dogs' quality of life have been preserved by understanding owners and superior veterinarians. The heartwarming
stories confirm that these extraordinary dogs are just that. A must-read for animal lovers. Proceeds go to Pets with
Disabilities.
ANIMAL WELLNESS MAGAZINE BOOK REVIEW
Extraordinary Dogs: Inspirational Stories of Dogs with Disabilities by Joyce Darrell
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: The Lyons Press (June 2007)
ISBN-10: 1599210495
This book isn't just for dog lovers; it's also for those who enjoy uplifting stories about brave beings who have
triumphed over life's challenges.
We received some wonderful news from the ASPCA. In their autumn 2007 magazine,
Extraordinary Dogs, was the voted the Reader's Choice.
On July 21, 2007 Extraordinary Dogs made the NY Daily News "Reading fare fur yer pleasure" list.