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Steve Swanbeck (Author)
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Book Description

January 2004
Disposable Dogs is an unforgettable collection of 70 captivating, true stories of dogs from across the United States who were outcasts until they met up with caring people who recognized their worth--in some cases just hours before the lovable animals were scheduled to die.

Readers will meet dogs who are smart, heroic, funny, loyal--all sorts of special pets with extraordinary experiences to share. There's the young Saint Bernard who was adopted from a shelter at the eleventh hour and went on to become the mascot for a professional football team...the neighborly golden retriever who was abandoned when her owner died and soon afterward saved a toddler from falling off a cliff...the elderly blind mutt and deaf old mongrel who found each other near the end of their lonely lives and remained soul mates forever.

These and scores of other tales are sure to make the reader laugh, reflect, admire and, perhaps, swallow hard when an unexpected lump wags its tail in the reader's throat. Disposable Dogs celebrates the meaningful, wondrous lives that have been rescued by good people who make a difference.


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"A motivating must read for those involved in animal welfare or for anyone who just loves animals." -- Jeffrey Vernimb, member, board of trustees, St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center

"Charmingly written tales of lost dogs who lived to enjoy brighter days!" -- Jenny Tesar, science writer and author of 40 books

About the Author

Dog lover Steve Swanbeck started writing about abandoned and abused animals during his days as a newspaper editor. The stories helped many unwanted dogs and cats find new homes. The author's last book recorded the history of Seeing Eye dogs, extraordinary animals who help thousands of people achieve greater independence. Swanbeck will donate a portion of his proceeds from Disposable Dogs to help homeless animals.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: White Swan Publishing (January 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0974710105
  • ISBN-13: 978-0974710105
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #269,617 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars All life matters, even those that are thrown away, August 20, 2005
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If you love dogs as I do, and have a broken heart at the thousands that are laid to waste each year in this country's animal shelters, you will love this book. It is uplifting, and loving, and goes to the heart of a dog, any dog, and their absolute unconditional love. Keep the box of Kleenex handy, you'll need it!
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, Heartbreaking and Enlightening, January 6, 2006
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"Please read this" is all I can say! I've worked as numerous (no-kill) shelters and I see the devestation every day. My own three dogs came from situations very much like the fine pooches in this wonderful book.
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33 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars recommended read for dog lovers, February 23, 2006
This review is from: Disposable Dogs: Heartwarming, True Stories of Courage and Compassion (Paperback)
I really liked this book (I might be just a little biased though - my dog is Dallie on page 176). I was very surprised to get the phone call from Steve Swanbeck and even more surpised to see that my story made the cut. I was very impressed that he got the story about Dallie 100% correct. The other stories were wonderful as well - full of inspiring people. I have read other books similar to this and some of them can be depressing and heartwrenching. I am pleased to report that this book is one that leaves one feeling that there are good people in this world and that happy endings do exist. Also, kudos to Mr. Swanbeck for donating part of his proceeds to help homeless animals. I am a firm believer in less talk more action.
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Millions of dogs are abandoned and otherwise abused in the United States every year. Read the first page
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