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MAGGIE: the dog who changed my life: A Story of Love

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List Price: $15.95
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Manufacturer: iUniverse
Written By: Dawn Kairns
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EAN: 9780595474356
ISBN: 0595474357
Manufacturer: iUniverse

MAGGIE: the dog who changed my life: A Story of Love Description

*2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist*
*2008 DWAA Merial Human-Animal Bond Award Finalist*

Discover the sixth sense communication that occurs between humans and their dogs...

The connection between Maggie and Dawn was powerful. Maggie's genuine and beautiful essence opened Dawn's heart and she became more real. Through their relationship Dawn learned that dogs are intelligent and emotional beings that can sense human thoughts. From housebreaking to adolescent escapades and on through old age, Maggie's radiant spirit became interwoven with the fabric of Dawn's life. The depth of their bond opens a surprising door to intuition and dream communication about Maggie's fate. Through their journey, Dawn experiences the joys of sharing life with a dog that so touched people as well as the profound grief that comes with the loss of her beloved Maggie.

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MAGGIE: the dog who changed my life: A Story of Love customer reviews:

Maggie deserved a better book

I started reading this book with high expectations. After reading the reviews from others on this site, I even saved it until I read a couple of others from the same purchase. I knew in advance that this was going to be a tough read as it included the demise of Maggie. Most good dog books include the loss of a beloved companion and this was no different. What was different was the way I could not identify with or feel for the people. The author is way too touchy-feely, new age for me. As someone fortunate to have shared my life with many beloved companions, I've learned that animals have a sense that is beyond what humans experience. But this is over the top with the animal-human telepathy. With every conversation quoted in the book, I kept thinking that people don't really talk like this (I hope). That being said, there were 2 worthwhile chapters in the book. The first about some research the author did regarding some ingredients in most high end dog foods that can have dire effects on your pets. It was enough for me to do my own research and start looking closer at the labels. The second was the chapter on the death of Maggie. It was heart-wrenching and one of the saddest chapters of the loss of a pet that I've read. Although I can't recommend the book, I can feel for the author and her husband and share that feeling of loss. As for the book: keep looking, there are better ones than this.

Total fluff piece

As a complete dog addict, as someone who has founded two dog rescues, and saved hundreds of dogs...and someone who has had 5 rescues himself...this book is a complete and utter fluff piece.

I only finished this book out of respect for the dog, not the owner, and I was glad to be done with it. If you want to read a book about true dog love..about how amazing they can really be...read Merle's door by Ted Kerasote or at least Marley and me By John Grogan. Both go way deeper, and offer much less abstract concepts.

What a wonderful story of a wonderful dog

I finished Maggie's story a few weeks ago. I to have a black lab which I just love to death and is my best friend. The way Dawn describes her relationship with Maggie is so touching and true to life that I still think of stories that she tells whenever I look at my Tallie "Dega". I would recommend this book to any dog (or animal) lover that wants to read about how a true human and animal relationship can happen. It just broke my heart as I got to the sad part of the story. (I actually finished it in Taco Bell, crying at the table by myself). I give Dawn a "hug" for being able to put her thoughts and feelings into words about this wonderful animal who I'm sure is missed every day. Dawn should be very proud of the story she has shared and for the dog that she had.

Heartwarming

MAGGIE: the dog who changed my life: A Story of Love is a wonderful, heartwarming story of how much our animals influence and impact our lives, even after they're gone. Dawn Kairns' poignant description of her deep & close relationship with Maggie is a most enjoyable & uplifting read.

Lessons in Life

Wonderfully written from your heart. You have clearly articulated something that we all need lessons in:
1) to learn HOW to listen to ourselves, and then
2) to learn TO listen to ourselves.
MAGGIE was a great story and a valuable lesson to impart. Thanks.

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