Every Rescued Dog Has a Tale: Stories from the Dog Rescue Railroad [Paperback]

Deborah Eades (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 19, 2007

This book contains stories with photos of shelter dogs who were transported by volunteers to safety in another state in order to save them from being put to death in the shelter. There is also a section on how you can get involved in this worthy cause if you are interested. Some stories are funny, some heartbreaking, but all are inspiring.

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From the Back Cover

EVERY RESCUED DOG HAS A TALE is the story of homeless dogs fated to die on death row in animal shelters around the country that were saved by being transported by volunteers to other states. Each chapter is the story of one dog from his hapless beginning to his happy ending, complete with photos. Some stories are heart wrenching while others are full of humor. They all teach a lesson of how one person can make a difference in the lives of homeless animals. All it takes is a weekend drive and some free time.

In this book, you will meet Oreo, a pit bull puppy who was being used as bait in a dog fighting ring in New Jersey before being rescued and adopted by a family in Kentucky. You will also read the story of the Chocolate Chip puppies who were found abandoned in the woods in Tennessee after being tortured and beaten and left for dead by some future serial killer. They are taken to a vet and recover fully. Finally they take a Christmas weekend trip to Canada where they all get adopted by loving families. You will meet Sasha, a beautiful black Great Dane who is abandoned and tied to a doghouse in the dead of winter, with no food until her owner calls Great Dane Rescue and tells them to "come and get her". Underweight and suffering with heartworms, she is saved by the rescue and recovers from her illness. She still waits for a happy forever home in Ohio now that she is well again.

The book contains 17 individual chapters, each profiling a rescued dog, with an additional 15 pages of black and white photos of many other dogs on their way to a happy ending. These stories will touch you and may even entice you to become a transporter yourself after reading how easy it is to help.

About the Author

Debbie Eades has volunteered as a transporter for dog rescues for over 5 years, and also works part time in a large Cincinnati hospital emergency room as a registration clerk. Her family consists of two rescued dogs at this time, a semi-retired husband, and two grown children. She is donating profits from this book to various animal rescue groups in the hope that one day there will no longer be a need for the Dog Rescue Railroad.

Product Details

• Paperback: 140 pages
• Publisher: Lulu.com (November 19, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1430317388
• ISBN-13: 978-1430317388
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #469,069 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for animal lovers!, December 3, 2007

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K. Hamilton - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Every Rescued Dog Has a Tale: Stories from the Dog Rescue Railroad (Paperback)

After reading this book, I purchased a copy for the animal lovers I know. These inspiring stories really touch your heart and help you to realize that one person can do his/her own small part in helping change the lives of animals in need. There is even some information included on how to get involved in animal transport yourself. Such an uplifting read!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great book for dog rescuers, August 20, 2007

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Betty S. Daugherty - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Every Rescued Dog Has a Tale: Stories from the Dog Rescue Railroad (Paperback)

i really loved this book !! having recently learned of dog rescuers,it was interesting to learn of the stories of the dogs that were rescued,and the people that took the time from their lives to give these animals a new chance at life. some stories bring a tear to the eyes,and some make you laugh out loud. but all have a happy ending. when you are finished reading the book,you are ready to sign up as a dog transporter.give this book to someone you love,and someone who loves dogs.

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars To be Loved by All Animal Rescue Transporters!, March 29, 2007

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T. Grimes (PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Every Rescued Dog Has a Tale: Stories from the Dog Rescue Railroad (Paperback)

Deborah Eades has been a Dogs Deserve Better supporter for a long time, so I was not surprised to note that she has decided to donate a portion of the proceeds to our organization, and I'm very thankful for that.

She sent me a book to read, and although I've so far only gotten to the chapter on Hooch, she had me howling a couple of times.

Suffice it to say that one of the biggest laughs involved something that is decidedly NOT funny when it's happening to you, and many of us have been there. "I felt very sorry for mom as she tried to figure out why her backside was suddenly very warm...she then realized that Fritz had problems at BOTH ends."

Well written, a sure joy to those who transport or are interested in better ways to help neglected and mistreated dogs. Great job, Deborah, and best of luck with your book. Tammy S. Grimes, Dogs Deserve Better founder