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Escape with a Book! A harrowing story of how an unloved, unwanted dog goes from nearly becoming a coyote meal to living in a home where she is adored. To purchase a copy of Rosebud online or find a bookstore near you go to maineauthorspublishing.com. Also available on Amazon.
Aliens from intergalactic space accidentally land in Brooks, Maine. Their prime directive is to eliminate any and all lifeforms that threaten the orderly evolution of the universe. Among these is one extremely dangerous species—humans. As the aliens plan to destroy the humans they unexpectedly come in conflict with the species courageous protectors—the dogs of Brooks.
CARYL MCINTIRE EDWARDS and her twin brother grew up on a farm in York, Maine where she learned to care about all animals. She now lives in Western Maine with her husband, Perry, and a host of rescued animals, including Rosebud. She lived the experience about which she writes here and does not harbor any ill feelings towards coyotes and does not wish any harm to come to them as a result of her book.
Robert J. Ristino is an academic researcher, visiting lecturer and author of The Illuminati suspense-thriller series. He lives on a lake in Midcoast Maine with his wife and cat. Having lost their beloved Puggle recently they are now searching for another dog looking for a home. As an observer of aliens and a lover of dogs, he found Dogs vs. Aliens, his third novel, the most enjoyable to write. His books can he purchased through his website www.robertjristino.com, on Amazon or at www.maineauthorspublishing.com.
The bond between Mom and cat was instant, but sharing Mom made Josie, her service dog, jealous. In time dog and cat became best friends. When Mom re-homed Marcel, she was devastated. Mom shares insights about the human-animal bond, the gift of nature, and the meaning of being human. Additionally, there is a section regarding fun facts about cats. 2019 Next Generation Indie Book Award Finalist.
A must read for all dog lovers! “I am a yellow Lab who is adopted and arrives untrained with no life experience. Through humor and personal opinions, I share my new life, my struggles, successes, and my eventual understanding of the value of human leadership. Mom explains the difference between a therapy and service dog and the importance of responsible dog parenting.” ~ Josie (a yellow Lab)
Vernita Leins and Josie, a yellow lab and her service dog, share their personal experiences to inspire others. When not writing, Josie and her mom enjoy walks in the woods, couch time, and living on a pond with Mom’s husband, Robert (Uncle Bob to Josie). Their multi-faceted books are entertaining, informative, and encourage readers of all ages, especially adults and older youth, to contemplate their perspectives and relations with not only animals, but humans, as well. Younger children love the captions and colored photos. A portion of book proceeds are donated to shelters and rescue groups. Books available through local bookstores, Amazon, and their website: www.vleins.com
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Volume 15 • Issue 9 • SEPTEMBER 2020
Spotlight on Three Special Maine Dogs By Susan Spisak
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ura, Dolly Pawton, and Lucky Tim are treasured dogs making a difference. Aura and Dolly Pawton are service dogs who perform specific tasks for their owners, while Lucky Tim is a three-legged therapy dog who garnered national attention and is working at Leeds Central School in Leeds. Aura and Dolly Pawton are enjoying that attention – they’re among seven finalists in the A must read 2020 American Humane Hero Dog for all dog lovers! Awards®. Both took top honors in “I am a yellow Lab who is adopted and their categories from a field of 408 arrives untrained with no nominees and are competing for the life experience. Through American Hero Dog title. humor and persona l opinions, I share my Aura new life, my struggles, successes, and my “I felt I needed to recognize eventual understandher ing service to me. Her devotion of the value of human and leadership. Mom explains dedication changed my life,” the difference between said Brunswick resident Command a therapy and service Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans of dog and the importance of responsible dogwhy she nominated her hearing parenting.” service dog, Aura, for the Hero Dog ~ Josie (a yellow Lab)
See SPOTLIGHT on page 5
Inside
2 Hot Dog News
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Ask The Vet
Amy Sherwood and Dolly Pawton
6 Basic
Training Tips
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Preparing for Pet Loss
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12 & 13 Dogs for Adoption
