Set in Northern Ontario in the 1990s, this is a thrilling literary novel about two siblings coming to terms with their mother murdering their father and his mistress, and the history of abuse that fuelled her crime. It also features a...
Rescue dogs
- Author:Carter, LaurenSummary:
- Author:Charleson, SusannahSummary:
This uniquely personal, moving, and inspiring journey delves into the rapidly emerging world of psychiatric service dogs, as Susannah Charleson works as an evaluator in shelters, plucking unwanted dogs, training them for service, and...
- Author:Zheutlin, PeterSummary:
On the cusp of turning 65, a man and his beloved rescue dog of similar vintage take a poignant, often bemusing, and keenly observed journey across America and discover a big-hearted, welcoming country filled with memorable characters, a...
- Author:Portman, DaleSummary:
These stories of crime and rescue, by retired park warden and dog trainer Dale Portman, highlight the vital role dogs play in saving lives, upholding the law and recovering bodies. Portman describes the escapades of Canadian Rockies...
- Author:Lindnord, MikaelSummary:
A moving, delightful collection of stories that celebrate the canine-human bond. In this heart-warming work, we reunite with the lovable rescue dog and subject of the cherished book Arthur as he settles into his new life abroad. As we...
- Author:Bulanda, SusanSummary:
Most search and rescue (SAR) dog units do not have a professional dog trainer or behavior consultant to help handlers train their dogs for SAR. Often training methods are handed down from one person to the next and do not work with all...
- Author:Purvis, SusanSummary:
When Susan learns about avalanches that bury people without warning, she challenges herself: "What if I teach a dog to save lives?" This quest propels her to train the best possible search dog.
- Author:Eason, LynetteSummary:
Lacey Jefferson's search for her missing sister quickly turns into a murder investigation, thrusting Lacey and her search-and-rescue K-9, Scarlett, into a killer's sights.