- Hardcover: 320 pages
- Publisher: Ebury Press (16 July 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0091930154
- ISBN-13: 978-0091930158
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 14.2 x 3.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 314,791 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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An enchantingly moving and funny look at life in Britain’s most-loved dogs’ home
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Melissa Wareham always wanted to work with dogs. After failing her biology O-level she realised she’d have to start at the bottom, cleaning out kennels at Battersea Dogs Home. From frail old men looking for a four-legged companion to famous folk who've lost their favourite hound, it seems that at some point everyone passes through Battersea's doors. Amongst the clamour of thousands of lost pets crying 'Rescue Me!' and the noise of the railway lines above, Melissa found she had come home. The first dog Melissa fell for was Tulip, a sweet, elderly and somewhat dotty mongrel who decided a solo bus ride into the West End might be fun. Next up was Roscoe: found by the ambulance team with his dead owner, he is rehabilitated with a little help from his master's hat. And then – many, many dogs later – there is Gus. With his owner in jail, Melissa finally finds the dog she is to take home as her own. Heart-warming and compulsively readable, Rescue Me is Melissa's memoir of her fifteen years at Britain's most-loved dogs' home.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Loved the book - made me laugh out loud and cry too. Simply didn't want to put it down.
I too have worked at Battersea Dogs Home for a short while and did not note the 'gross inaccuracies' noted in the other review. To me, it painted a very real picture of what dog rescue is like and I could truly empathise with the things written about in this book, good and bad. It tells the truth about some difficult situations and doesn't shy away from awkward topics. However a true love of dogs shines through from start to finish which is what makes so readable. Since I read it I have ordered another copy for my mother, who I know is going to love it!
Would definitely recommend this book to all true dog lovers out there!
I too have worked at Battersea Dogs Home for a short while and did not note the 'gross inaccuracies' noted in the other review. To me, it painted a very real picture of what dog rescue is like and I could truly empathise with the things written about in this book, good and bad. It tells the truth about some difficult situations and doesn't shy away from awkward topics. However a true love of dogs shines through from start to finish which is what makes so readable. Since I read it I have ordered another copy for my mother, who I know is going to love it!
Would definitely recommend this book to all true dog lovers out there!
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Whilst awaiting a copy of this book, I have read the online excerpts and found them both compelling and entertaining reading. The very real highs and lows of being on the sharp end when dealing with our society's problem of disposable companion animals are described with humour, sincerity, poignancy and equanimity.
Like the author, I also worked at Battersea for many years - and for much of the same period - and I recall some of the incidents mentioned. It was such a unique place and virtually every member of staff - whether operational or administrative - were directly involved in the care and rehabilitation of individual dogs and cats. Melissa was an immensely dedicated and popular colleague who was passionate about Battersea's work. I am sure anyone with even a passing interest in dogs will find this account both interesting and charming.
Like the author, I also worked at Battersea for many years - and for much of the same period - and I recall some of the incidents mentioned. It was such a unique place and virtually every member of staff - whether operational or administrative - were directly involved in the care and rehabilitation of individual dogs and cats. Melissa was an immensely dedicated and popular colleague who was passionate about Battersea's work. I am sure anyone with even a passing interest in dogs will find this account both interesting and charming.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
When you read the book you want to run up to Battersea and rescue a dog.
It is a moving and interesting story that keeps you glued to the book till the last page!
It gives a vivid picture of what must happen at Battersea. The author must have had a truly deep
relation to Battersea Dogs Home to be able to write in the way she did! First read of it in the Mail and I am not disappointed! Couldn't put it down.
A must for every dog lover!
Great book!!!!!!
It is a moving and interesting story that keeps you glued to the book till the last page!
It gives a vivid picture of what must happen at Battersea. The author must have had a truly deep
relation to Battersea Dogs Home to be able to write in the way she did! First read of it in the Mail and I am not disappointed! Couldn't put it down.
A must for every dog lover!
Great book!!!!!!
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Great Book
A wonderful book, written with humour and also humilty. A must for all dog lovers and especially those interested in, or working for rescue homes.
Published 5 days ago by Sue B
made me laugh, made me cry!
Rescue Me: My Life with the Battersea Dogs This book is a must to read for all dog lover's. From the very first chapter I couldn't put it down. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Diane Jones
Delightful dogs
This made me smile, laugh out loud and inevitably I shed a few tears too. If you have ever wondered what happens at Battersea then read this. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Bikerlady
Most enjoyable reading
Having worked as a kennel maid at Battersea Dog's Home when I was 17 years of age, (that's 57 years ago!!!) I was interested in Merlissa Wareham's experiences of the home. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Valerie Rothlisberger-Jones
A colourful cast of dogs
There is something warm about Melissa's voice that grabbed me right away. It may be her sense of humour - that shines throughout the book - combined with her genuine caring for the... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Shaun Attwood
excellent
Took about five books on holiday with me this year all dog stories this was by far the best really enjoyed it funny sad laugh out loud could not put it down would put it at the top... Read more
Published 20 months ago by tracy b
a great insight into battersea dogs & cats home.... do any proceeds go...
I really enjoyed reading this book, i quite like the way its written like an autobiography and you get to learn about the author and how her family re-acted to her choice of career... Read more
Published 21 months ago by J.F
battersea dog home
so enjoyed reading this book. gives such an insight into the plight of abandoned dogs. thanks goodness for people who pick up the pieces after such irresposible dog owners. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Janette Button
Lucky Dogs
This is a well written, interesting book about the author's fifteen years spent caring for dogs at Battersea Dogs Home. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Ms. Celia Combly
A Great Book
A well written and down to earth book about Britain's well known Dogs home. Having a "Battersea Hound" myself I know that what was written was true and not dramatised for effect. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mrs C
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