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Jasper's Day

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This is a touching story about a boy Riley who wants to make his retriever Jasper's last day very special. Together the family celebrates what a great companion Jasper has been by visiting many of the places that have been special to him. I would read this story along with my child. Although sad, it is a sweet story of a family's love and respect for a dog they certainly viewed as a member of the family.

This box of Kleenex book is about Riley, a young boy who is very attached to his beautiful golden retriever, Jasper.

As Jasper ages, he can no longer romp and play. He also has cancer and is very limited in what he can do.

As the dog's impending death draws near, the boy's family talk to him seriously about having Riley euthanized. I like the gentle and honest explanation of euthanasia the boy is given. I also like the way Riley is made part of that final decision.

Just before Jasper's train makes its last stop, Riley takes him to all their favorite places so they can recapture some happy memories they had together.

A beautiful story that will undoubtedly make you cry, this is a wonderful book for all ages. For anybody who has ever had to make the agonizing decision of having a pet euthanized, this book will provide some comfort.

A good companion to I'll Always Love You]; [[ASIN:0316702781 Saying Goodbye to Lulu; The Rainbow Bridge: Pet Loss Is Heaven's Gain and Old Dog and the Christmas Wish.

If you are a dog lover, I recommend you buy this book. I also recommend you read it in private so you can cry in peace. It is a beautifully written account of the last day of a Golden Retriever who's family is giving him one special day before he must take one last trip to the vet. Written from the perspective of Jasper's "boy", it is heart warming and realistic in dealing with the pain of losing a beloved dog.

I read this book while sitting in a veterinarian's office about one month after I lost my thirteen year old golden retriever(a lot like Jasper) that I had had since I was 7 years old. I was bawling my eyes out about 2 pages in, but I just couldn't put it down. Although it was painful to read, it is a wonderful book. I recommend it for all pet lovers. It makes you realise that you are not alone when you lose a beloved pet. There are people that understand.

Emotional reality. Very helpful book to prepare a child for the loss of their best friend & family member, their dog. Highly recommend.

This story is a wonderful story about preparing to say good-bye to the family pet. Having just lost a pet of my own, I cried the whole time through, and I wish I had spent my last day with her as meaningfully as the family in the story. I would recommend this to any family with an older or sick pet.

We got this book to help prepare our 3 years old when our dog was diagnosed with heart failure. I looked over a lot of books and this was one of the best i thought. I also liked saying goodbye to LuLu.

Excellent story for planning and preparing for an aged or sick pet's
impending death.

Jasper's Day is a not only a must for every dog owner of the world, it is also a must if you own or have ever owned and lost a pet. This is a perfect addition to every home library. Not only is it a tender engaging story, but it can be used to help kids understand and work through their own feelings of loss and grief.

What a superb book. Well written and poignant. I'll be looking for more from Marjorie Parker!!