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Love Heels: Tales from Canine Companions for Independence

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Simply AWESOME. One of the best books I have ever owned. From the cover art, the jacket art and the contents; this book is a must for every dog lover.

I must warn you this book will make you cry and be greatful every day for the blessings in your life. For the dog owner (I have two 14 year old Goldens and a 8 year old Lab) it makes you want to take on the challenge of helping this great cause.

I purchase many books through Amazon, however; I purchased this one directly from the www.caninecompanions.org so that they would receive a greater chunk of the change. I have no conection to them though. YET!

Do yourself and someone less fortunate than yourself that you have never met a great big favor and buy this book. I promise that you will be glad that you did.

This is a most wonderful book that captures that magical and intangible thing that makes the relationship between humans and dogs so deep. My partner lost her service dog this past year and we don't know when she will be able to get another. This book reminded us that other people know what that special connection is, too. I recommend it with complete enthusiasm.
KC

Oh, wow! I highly recommend this book. I have been a puppy raiser for CCI since 1988, and this book absolutely captures the heart and soul of this wonderful organization. I have lived the puppy-raising part twelve times, so I especially appreciate the breeder-caretaker and graduate stories. The book not only reinforces the specialness of the bond between humans and dogs, but also gives you insight into how the lives of those who receive these awesome animals are forever changed. Buy it!

A great book, it's worth the money. Beautiful pictures and captivating real stories that will tug on your heart's strings, it will make you smile and cry. What an excellent job they did on this book, don't pick it up unless you know you can not be disturbed!! I was ignoring my guests at home :-) I'm planning on getting one to give as a gift too.
Buy and enjoy.

This book makes a great gift. It is a very nice looking book at a good price. The pictures are as touching as the stories. If you love dogs or just want to read stories about love and courage this is a "must have" book.

This is a WONDERFUL book. Definetly worth the price!! It kept me into it all the way to the end. I have already read it twice and I will read it again and again! I am also a puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence (meaning I raise a puppy for a year, training it and teaching it about 25 commands then give it back to Canine Companions for Independence), but that is NOT the only reason I like this book. It has all sorts of really interesting stories. There are lots of awesome pictures, too. BUY IT!

this is a great book, very informative and the pictures are beautiful. it really gives you insight into just how much difference an animal can make and how valuable programs like Canine Companions for Independece are. i recommend this to anyone, not just animal lovers.

I read Love Heels over a period of several days and was particularly impressed with the heart warming stories of the dog and human teams. One of the stories was about a little boy, whose short life was made bearable by the grace of his beloved service dog. None of us likes to think that our dogs will outlive our children, but some dogs have the great privilege of being there for people in a way that is unique and healing. The whole book is moving really, with stories about people from all walks of life who have survived and thrived in part because of the spirit of their canine companions.
If you already love dogs, or are involved in a service profession, you won't regret having this book on your coffee-table or in your study.
And as a physician who has a great interest in service and therapy dogs [...], I heartily recommend this book.
Be well,
Dr. Ferraioli
www.drferraioli.com
Author, "Cobwebs And Ugly Wallpaper"

Canine Companions Inc is a wonderful organization that trains service dogs and provides them free of charge to those who qualify and complete training. Their Santa Rosa CA facility is sponsored by Mrs. Charles Schultz and the Oceanside CA campus is supported in a big way by author Dean Koontz. Check them out for yourself. [...] This book tells their stories.

What a wonderful organization...stories to touch hearts of all ages. We are currently raising a puppy for CCI and the experiences of the authors are especially meaningful.