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DogTown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption |  | Author: Stefan Bechtel
Publisher: National Geographic
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 8645
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Pages: 304
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.2
ISBN: 1426205627
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.0832
EAN: 9781426205620
ASIN: 1426205627
Publication Date: October 27, 2009 (New: Last 30 Days)
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Book Description
From Marley and Me to Temple Grandin’s groundbreaking books to Cesar Millan’s television show, America’s many millions of pet owners eagerly seek new insights into animal behavior, and one of the most popular sources of compelling stories and practical advice is DogTown, the National Geographic Channel’s latest hit show.
A national rescue organization with more than 200,000 members, DogTown is the area where dogs live at the nation’s largest companion animal sanctuary run by Best Friends Animal Society. This informative, inspiring book presents representative stories of dogs considered unadoptable by other shelters. They come from many backgrounds: some were abandoned; some prowled the streets as strays; others suffer from mysterious illnesses, serious injuries, or antisocial behaviors that discourage potential adopters. But good fortune led them to Best Friends and the dedicated people devoted to helping them recover and find welcoming homes.
These compelling, winningly illustrated true stories, each uniquely moving and inspirational, draw upon the experience of veterinarians, trainers, and volunteers to probe a range of tough, touching cases that evoke both the joy and the occasional but inevitable heartbreak that accompanies this work. Each chapter follows a dog from the first day at Dogtown until he ultimately finds (or doesn’t find) a permanent new home, focusing both on the relationship between the dog and the Dogtown staff and on the latest discoveries about animal health and behavior. We learn how dogs process information, how trauma affects their behavior, and how people can help them overcome their problems. In the end, we come to see that there are no "bad dogs" and that with patience, care, and compassion, people can help dogs to heal.
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From Marley and Me to Temple Grandin’s groundbreaking books to Cesar Millan’s television show, America’s many millions of pet owners eagerly seek new insights into animal behavior, and one of the most popular sources of compelling stories and practical advice is DogTown, the National Geographic Channel’s latest hit show.
A national rescue organization with more than 200,000 members, DogTown is the area where dogs live at the nation’s largest companion animal sanctuary run by Best Friends Animal Society. This informative, inspiring book presents representative stories of dogs considered unadoptable by other shelters. They come from many backgrounds: some were abandoned; some prowled the streets as strays; others suffer from mysterious illnesses, serious injuries, or antisocial behaviors that discourage potential adopters. But good fortune led them to Best Friends and the dedicated people devoted to helping them recover and find welcoming homes.
These compelling, winningly illustrated true stories, each uniquely moving and inspirational, draw upon the experience of veterinarians, trainers, and volunteers to probe a range of tough, touching cases that evoke both the joy and the occasional but inevitable heartbreak that accompanies this work. Each chapter follows a dog from the first day at Dogtown until he ultimately finds (or doesn’t find) a permanent new home, focusing both on the relationship between the dog and the Dogtown staff and on the latest discoveries about animal health and behavior. We learn how dogs process information, how trauma affects their behavior, and how people can help them overcome their problems. In the end, we come to see that there are no "bad dogs" and that with patience, care, and compassion, people can help dogs to heal.
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 A book about canines, their caregivers and love November 20, 2009
vilnius researcher (Georgia)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This review refers to the Advance Reader's Edition. The book about DogTown is not intended to be a training manual although those of us who have read the book have garnered ideas on how to care of minor problems our dogs may have and most important when to have a professional take care of any other malady that surfaces.
These canines and their stories have already been seen on the National Geographic Channel, and this book is a welcome companion to those shows. We not only get to know the canines in the book but also their caregivers: Though some of the stories are heartbreaking others serve as reminders that their are too many abandoned canines all over the country--especially in the current economy. Those of us who can are adopting heretofore abandoned dogs and are sending in monetary donations as well. Part of the value of this book about DogTown is that it reminds us that if we don't help these caregivers financially and as volunteers who will?
Another must have for dog lovers November 19, 2009
KO (UT United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a great book! I loved Marley and Me, this book was 20 times better. I live in Utah and this place is a lot of talk here. The stories are sad and happy all in one. If you have ever rescued a dog you can relate, maybe not to the severity of these dogs. I loved this book so much I plan on purchasing it as gifts. A must have for dog lovers!
 For Fans of the Show or Dog Lovers in General November 19, 2009
Scooter McGavin (Ohio)
As a dog owner, watching DogTown can be hard seeing some of the dogs that end up at the ranch for which is basically a last chance place for dogs with health or behavioral problems. This accompanying book follows the format with fifteen chapters, each devoted to a different dog housed at DogTown. Some have even been featured on the National Geographic Channel show including a pit bull rescued from Michael Vick's compound.
There are also eight essays throughout the book from the staff of DogTown, sometimes giving you better insight as why they work there or helpful advice for dog owners. There is plenty of stuffy in this book for fans of the show to get updates on some of the dogs on the show (complete with more recent pictures of them in their forever homes) or any dog lover.
Heartwarming November 19, 2009
Shana (NY- the Empire State)
Dogtown, in southern Utah, became a sanctuary for rescued dogs that included those air lifted from Beirut, other war zones, and New Orleans following Katrina. Dogtown, A Sanctuary for Rescued Dogs, by Bob Somerville, tells the story of the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. This is currently the largest no-kill sanctuary in the country. They have a rapid response team that does just that, they quickly respond by going to the site of abuse and trauma. They were quick to respond to the needs of 22 of the Michael Vick dogs and knew their help would be required following Katrina.
They dedicate their efforts to dogs with special needs in particular those from closed-down puppy mills, dog fighting rings, natural and political disasters, or very special dogs that have no other options. I'm impressed by what the members of Best Friends go through to preserve the lives of animals all over the world. I'm impressed by the funding they receive as well as the commitment of thousands of volunteers.
The author tells the inspiring story about how this no-kill sanctuary formed. The reason why is obvious, especially once you read the various individual stories of the dogs who passed through Dogtown. For most it's a stop that helps them find their forever homes, but for some it becomes their forever home. The design of this facility makes it possible for elderly dogs to live in the company of other senior dogs. Dogtown really is a town filled with dogs of all types, personalities and dispositions.
Wonderful Bool November 5, 2009
A Texas Reader (Texas)
Wow! 26 reviews and all say the same thing. So I'll just add one more "wonderful book" and 5 more stars.
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