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No Buddy Left Behind: Bringing U.S. Troops' Dogs and Cats Safely Home from the Combat Zone [Hardcover]

Terri Crisp , Cynthia Hurn
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (70 customer reviews)

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Book Description

October 4, 2011
How the love of a stray dog or cat rescued in the combat zone helps U.S. troops deal with the trauma of war, and how one woman risks everything to bring these soldiers’ buddies home.

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"For Operation Baghdad Pups to succeed, a huge number of people from diverse walks of life--high school students, airline executives, veterinarians, military officers, journalists and others--had to work in concert, with patience, determination and selflessness, to get the animals safely home. This is the story of human beings at their best." --The Star-Ledger
 
“The war took my son away, but that dog saved his life and brought him home again.”
—The mother of a Special Forces soldier whose dog was rescued by Operation Baghdad Pups

“Many soldiers who wouldn’t come for counseling before came just to see the puppy. While holding the dog, they would suddenly open up and we could establish therapeutic relationships. He was the best mental health technician on the team!”
—Major Jennifer Mann, USAF (Retired)
 
“I have sacrificed a lot to serve my country. All that I ask is to be allowed to bring home the incredible dog that wandered into my life here in Iraq and prevented me from becoming terribly calloused toward life.”
—A soldier requesting help from Operation Baghdad Pups

From the Inside Flap

Unlike many animal books, No Buddy Left Behind is not only about rescuing strays but also about U.S. soldiers trying to survive the horrors of war and readjust to life back home.  Many troops serving in the Middle East share life-altering relationships with stray dogs and cats they save from the brutalities of life in Iraq and Afghanistan. Overcoming monumental obstacles, author Terri Crisp makes it her mission to get these soldiers’ “buddies” out of danger and bring them home to the people who love them.

So, how does someone get an animal out of a country where a dysfunctional infrastructure means that normal resources don’t exist, and every step of a plan to transport animals could get someone arrested, kidnapped, or blown apart? As Crisp soon discovers, each rescue mission, from start to finish, could
easily be terminated at any point, and no animal is truly safe until its paws touch U.S. soil. Terri and her team of volunteers have saved the lives of 282 dogs and 58 cats befriended by military personnel since February 2008—and No Buddy Left Behind tells this incredible story.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 264 pages
  • Publisher: Lyons Press; 1 edition (October 4, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0762773863
  • ISBN-13: 978-0762773862
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (70 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #105,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Joyful and heartwarming November 7, 2011
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
It was wonderful to read the story behind the rescues that I'd been reading about through email about SPCA International and their Baghdad pups - safely bringing the cats and dogs - and recently even a donkey named Smoke (his story is not in the book) from an abusive and deadly existence in Iraq to America and the families of the soldiers - men and women- who relied on them and loved them. These animals are fiercely protective of our soldiers and they share a strong bond. Not all the stories end happily -- but it is an amazing mission that these folks do to bring these loved animals to safety.
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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful
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This is an amazing book and a wonderful illustration of the remarkable work that Operation Baghdad Pups has accomplished for our troops and their furry friends. As a soldier and recipient of Operation Baghdad Pups support in saving our Squadron mascot/buddy, Balls the Cat (mission number 44, rescued on Jan 12th 2010), I can attest and relate to these heart-felt stories. I love this book and have given it to several friends and they have loved it too. Thank you Operation Baghdad Pups for what you do and thank you Terri and Cindy for your devotion to these animals and dedication in bringing these astonishing stories to print.
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23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming October 19, 2011
By Diane
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This story exemplifies what a person with a "can do" attitude is able to accomplish against multiple major obstacles. Thankfully, for our well deserving soldiers, Terri Crisp was able to surmount the obstacles and save so many pets for them. It truly warmed my heart to read the correspondence from the soldiers and their families about the tremendously positive impact that the dogs and cats had upon the morale of the troops. Combining soldiers and pets together makes this book a winner.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars help when it is really needed
I enjoyed the book, but would have liked to have had more detail in the stories, and maybe more pictures. Read more
Published 12 days ago by sheila Wichmann
5.0 out of 5 stars great service
i just got this very nice book. per.fect srevice, going to read it now. I ALWAYS LOVE THE DOGI BOOKS.last book for me ; SAVING CINNAMON. OHH I WAS CRYING , NONSTOP. Read more
Published 28 days ago by irene
1.0 out of 5 stars The Road to Hell is Paved with Good Intentions
The Book: As with other books I have read about war dogs/companions to our military, this book has very touching stories. Read more
Published 1 month ago by PageTurner
5.0 out of 5 stars Book
Havent read it but I will enjoy it! Book was in good condtion and seller sent early and it was a great price for book! I am very pleased with this order!
Published 1 month ago by Jennifer M. Church
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book!
I really liked this book. I thought the format of telling the stories of several different service people and their animals was great. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Janet
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful story for all animal lovers!
What a wonderful story about the dedication of SPCA International to bring home these wonderful pets! It is definitely worth reading.
Published 2 months ago by Joanie
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
Loved this book! It demonstrates how important these pets are to the soldiers and how much of a blessing they are to each other. Read more
Published 2 months ago by George
5.0 out of 5 stars Untitled Review
I sat here for ages trying to decide if a full five star rating was a rating given from the heart, in honor of the men and women who serve this country and the animals who keep... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mirrani
5.0 out of 5 stars Heart Warming
A good read, gentle but detailed. Takes you through a lot of what our guys go through in this recent war theater, and people who go above and beyond and their motivations for doing... Read more
Published 3 months ago by carolyn scott
5.0 out of 5 stars Bring them home
This book is a great read for every one, it just goes to show what can be done by dedicated people when they put their mind to something. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Pat M Rowland
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