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'A lovely production and the stories are quite enchanting and often sad, but so true to real life.' Clarissa Baldwin OBE; Chairman, Association of Dogs and Cats Homes. 'A beautiful unique book (just perfect for every dog lover). The book is full of funny squibs, as well as literary gems, the last of which, No Name, is very moving. The second half is an excellent guide to adopting a dog, as well as essential dog training and care.' Daily Mail. 'If you are a dog lover - please buy this book.' www.mygreenlifestyle.co.uk. 'Includes a valuable and immensly practical section on how to care for a rescue dog. If you love dogs and particularly rescue dogs then this book thoroughly deserves a place in your collection. It would also make a perfect gift for a dog-loved friend.' www.petsinitaly.com. 'Angela Patmore's enchanting book has burrowed into the mind of our most loval friends; her poems are touching, humorous and revealing.' Homer, The Retired Greyhound Trust. 'This is a fabulous and very moving little book. Some of the poems made me laugh; lots brought a tear to my eye when you heard what these lovely dogs had been through. The second half of the book is about adopting a dog and is full or really good information and advice about rescuing a dog. Overall, this is a fantastic little book. 10 out of 10 from me.' www.adogslife-henryandme.blogspot.com.
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Foreword by Joanna Lumley.
Inside this book are the portraits and true stories of discarded dogs that were not afraid to love again.
These wonderful characters, fifty out of over 100,000 dogs a year that are unwanted and abandoned by their owners in this dog-loving nation, have sad stories of abuse, neglect and dereliction to tell. Often rescue dogs have been thrown out by owners who could no longer afford them, or who found them inconvenient or naughty, or who simply could not be bothered with them any more. Many have just seven miserable days behind bars before they are put to permanent sleep by council-appointed agencies. Unwanted dogs are desperate. They yelp and whine and cry out for someone to love and save them. These lucky fifty have emerged triumphant and wagging, often against apparently insurmountable odds, to make their new owners very happy.
The rescue charities are at crisis point. They need kind people to come forward and give these dogs a chance. Rescuing a dog can change not only the dog's life but yours, if you are willing to give it a try. This book explains how. It also tells you everything you need to know about finding the right dog at a shelter near you, and getting him or her used to you and your home. There are lots of other books about dogs.
This one is about the ultimately lucky ones that were in dire need of help and love, and who got both.
DOGGEREL is being sold in aid of the Association of Dogs' and Cats' Homes, which embraces many of the UK's animal charities large and small. Right now they need your help.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Doggerel I found a moving book. Happy, sad an emotional roller coaster. The first half of the book has poems and photographs that remind us of the wonderful work animal charitities do. The poetry and prose are expertly written showing us that dogs have hearts, feelings and memories, reminding us that some humans have none of these qualities.The poems tell us of unconditional love that dogs give humans, and how they get to know us better than we know ourselves.
The second half of the book Angela gives invaluable information about finding and caring for a rescue dog. Throughout this section she reminds the reader of the indiscribable cruelty your dog may have experienced. This is very important as an animal lover I need to be reminded of this alien who lives on this planet, even perhaps in your road who could treat a dog in such a way.
This is a brilliant read, not a miserable depressing one. It reminds us how charities make a difference and how an individual can make a huge difference to a dog's life pulling on your heart strings but also making you laugh.
The second half of the book Angela gives invaluable information about finding and caring for a rescue dog. Throughout this section she reminds the reader of the indiscribable cruelty your dog may have experienced. This is very important as an animal lover I need to be reminded of this alien who lives on this planet, even perhaps in your road who could treat a dog in such a way.
This is a brilliant read, not a miserable depressing one. It reminds us how charities make a difference and how an individual can make a huge difference to a dog's life pulling on your heart strings but also making you laugh.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a truly original concept. In the first half talented writer Angela Patmore has created a set of stunning poems about rescue dogs she has met and heard of - some light-hearted, some serious and beautifully crafted, some moving. They seek to capture the spirit of the individual animals and there are pictures of the dogs in question - all great characters with a story to tell. The last one featured is called No Name, and the beautiful, blunt poem is a moving reminder of the reality: that many of the 100,000 dogs a year who are throw out by their owners are eventually killed by council-appointed agencies.
In the second half the author gives invaluable information about finding a rescue dog (the dos and don'ts), about taking care of your dog, training, etc. She clearly has a great knowledge of her subject - as well as a great love. Behind the book is a very important message for all animal lovers. If you buy this book ( a lovely stocking present, by the way) you will be helping the Association of Cats' and Dogs' HOmes, which embraces many of the UK's animal charities, large and small. 'Doggerel' makes the perfect bedside book for lovers of dogs...and of words. A wonderful concept.
In the second half the author gives invaluable information about finding a rescue dog (the dos and don'ts), about taking care of your dog, training, etc. She clearly has a great knowledge of her subject - as well as a great love. Behind the book is a very important message for all animal lovers. If you buy this book ( a lovely stocking present, by the way) you will be helping the Association of Cats' and Dogs' HOmes, which embraces many of the UK's animal charities, large and small. 'Doggerel' makes the perfect bedside book for lovers of dogs...and of words. A wonderful concept.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
WHAT A CLEVER WAY TO ADVERTISE THE PLIGHT OF RESCUE DOGS.
THE POEMS WERE JUST BRILLIANT AND THE ACCOMPANYING PICTURES REALLY LOVELY.
ALTHOUGH TISSUES NEEDED FOR SEVERALL STORIES LOTS TO MAKE YOU LAUGH ALSO.
AT THE BACK OF THE BOOK ARE MANY FACTS ON RESCUE DOGS AND EVERY ANIMAL RESCUE HOME SHOULD YOU FEEL THE NEED TO DO WHAT ANGELS WANTS TO ACHEIVE THROUGH THIS LOVELY BOOK.
THE FACT IS SHE WOULD LIKE EVERY ONE OF US TO THINK SERIOUSLY ABOUT CHOOSING AN UNWANTED PET AND REAPING THE REWARDS FOR DOING SO!
THANK YOU ANGELA FOR A WONDERFUL INSIGHT TO THE MANY DOGS WHO HAVE BEEN RESCUED AND FOR THOSE AWAITING NEW AND LOVING HOMES.
GOOD LUCK
THE POEMS WERE JUST BRILLIANT AND THE ACCOMPANYING PICTURES REALLY LOVELY.
ALTHOUGH TISSUES NEEDED FOR SEVERALL STORIES LOTS TO MAKE YOU LAUGH ALSO.
AT THE BACK OF THE BOOK ARE MANY FACTS ON RESCUE DOGS AND EVERY ANIMAL RESCUE HOME SHOULD YOU FEEL THE NEED TO DO WHAT ANGELS WANTS TO ACHEIVE THROUGH THIS LOVELY BOOK.
THE FACT IS SHE WOULD LIKE EVERY ONE OF US TO THINK SERIOUSLY ABOUT CHOOSING AN UNWANTED PET AND REAPING THE REWARDS FOR DOING SO!
THANK YOU ANGELA FOR A WONDERFUL INSIGHT TO THE MANY DOGS WHO HAVE BEEN RESCUED AND FOR THOSE AWAITING NEW AND LOVING HOMES.
GOOD LUCK
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