Winter is in full swing in many parts of the world, which is a perfect time to curl up and read a book. These fifteen soon-to-be classics are full of heroic dogs and their impacts on our lives. Just have the tissues handy.
#1 – Marshall the Miracle Dog
A true tale about a dog rescued from a hoarding situation who now travels to schools with his owner where they share how courage helped him overcome severe abuse and neglect. Their mission is to “inspire children to be kind to themselves and others and to act with courage to stop bullying.”
#2 -The Dogs Were Rescued (And So Was I)
New York Times Bestselling author Teresa Rhyne is back with another memoir that is just as powerful as the first. The book is about her two rescued beagles, who ended up rescuing her in return.
#3 – GOD SPELLED BACKWARDS: The Journey of an Actress into the World of Dog Rescue
When a puppy named Sammy stumbles down the stairs and into her heart, Sylva Kelegian’s life is forever changed. In her deeply moving memoir, GOD SPELLED BACKWARDS: The Journey of an Actress into the World of Dog Rescue, Sylva celebrates man’s best friend and gives us hope that one day, he will be treated as such.
#4 – JJ the American Street Dog
Diane Rose-Solomon’s children’s book teaches kids (and adults!) about the joys of animal rescue. Even though it’s a kids’s book, you are going to want to have the tissues handy when reading this one.
#5 – Sorry I Pooped in Your Shoe
After crying over the last four books, you will want to have this book by Jeremy Greenberg to get you laughing. It’s a hilarious collection of heartwarming photos and letters of apologies from dogs to their owners who love them, regardless of what they’ve done.
#6 – Disposable Dogs: Heartwarming, True Stories of Courage and Compassion
This collection of stories is about dogs who were considered outcasts until someone recognized them for the potential within. The stories encompass every emotion—amusement, sadness, anger, hopefulness—and will leave you wanting to help save all the “disposable dogs.”
#7 – The Heart Listens
A beautiful Harlequin romance for dog lovers, this story is about a sharp-tongued veterinarian and a patients whose hearing-impaired owner teaches him the power of listening. Author Caroyln McSparren weaves a tale that is sure to warm the cockles of your heart on a cold winter night.
#8 – Once Bitten: The Story of an Heroic Dog
Best-selling author Steve Stone’s latest book is about a police dog, Jet who severs with the United Kingdom police forces. His story will make you laugh, cry and let you gain insight to what life is like for a modern-day police dog.
#9 – James Herriot’s Dog Stories
If you have never read any of James Herriot’s tales from an old-time country veterinarian, then you are missing out. His stories are great for readers of all ages and are sure to entertain while the bad weather rages outside.
#10 – Dog Heaven
There is no doubt this story is going to make you cry, regardless of your age. Cynthia Rylant’s classic best-seller is supposed to comfort children who have lost a pet. However, readers of any age that have a lost a four-legged best friend can find comfort in her words.
#11 – The Art of Racing in the Rain: A Novel
Another must-read, Garth Stein’s book is an uplifting and heartwarming story about everything that is human—from the dog’s point of view.
#12 – Good Dog: True Stories of Love, Loss, and Loyalty
A collection of stories inspired by Garden & Gun magazine’s popular “Good Dog” column, these tales will make you laugh, cry and, above all, cherish your four-legged family members.
#13 – Babette’s Pack
This story, written by Kathryn Walker, showcases why we love our dogs so much. From predicting earthquakes and seizures, to alerting her family of low blood sugar levels, this is one amazing dog.
#14- Running Free: A Tale Inspired by Patsy Ann
There is a statue of a Bull Terrier (Patsy Ann) on the docks of Juneau, Alaska. Donald J. Bingle’s short story, inspired by the statue, is a heartwarming tale about a family on a cruise and the experience the daughter has with Patsy Ann.
#15 – Search Dogs and Me: One Man and his Life-saving dogs
Amazing stories from Neil Powell, a search and rescuer who has traveled the world with his dogs saving people’s lives. From mountain rescues and drowning to collapsed structure searching and even drug detection, his tales will engross you from page one.
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