I'm trying to read this book for a second time, something I almost never do, I don't think I can. It is so heartbreaking, so accurate of how life is for so many of our pets.
Should you read it at least once? Yes! Read it surrounded by the animals who's lives you have changed.
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Through each page of Toby's story, I hoped that he would get his miracle. From his poorly treated sad mother's experience to the final word, this story grabbed me by the heart and refused to let go. My heart broke when Toby's owners surrendered him to the county animal shelter. I know county animal shelters have very little room, fewer funds, and almost no personnel so they are forced to make hard decisions about the dogs and cats in their care. It's just immensely saddening to read an account of what may have happened in one dog's life to put him in the position of being labeled an aggressive dog.This book touched me deeply and it should be required reading for inexperienced dog owners who are considering adoption from any animal shelter. I have been the recipient of the unconditional love of many dogs, and I wouldn't trade that for anything. I just wish my health and finances would allow me to adopt another one.Update: I just wanted to say that I was able to rescue a blue pitbull mix from my local animal shelter. I have been training her to be my service dog because I have problems with balance and she helps me up when I fall. She can also detect a migraine headache up to 24-hours before it happens and helps with my panic attacks. Not to mention she is the sweetest dog I've ever had. I've never heard her growl, she loves people, especially children, and gets upset if she doesn't get to meet the youngest children. She especially loves my granddaughter. I'm glad I could make one dog's dream come true for Toby.
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Through each page of Toby's story, I hoped that he would get his miracle. From his poorly treated sad mother's experience to the final word, this story grabbed me by the heart and refused to let go. My heart broke when Toby's owners surrendered him to the county animal shelter. I know county animal shelters have very little room, fewer funds, and almost no personnel so they are forced to make hard decisions about the dogs and cats in their care. It's just immensely saddening to read an account of what may have happened in one dog's life to put him in the position of being labeled an aggressive dog.
This book touched me deeply and it should be required reading for inexperienced dog owners who are considering adoption from any animal shelter. I have been the recipient of the unconditional love of many dogs, and I wouldn't trade that for anything. I just wish my health and finances would allow me to adopt another one.
Update: I just wanted to say that I was able to rescue a blue pitbull mix from my local animal shelter. I have been training her to be my service dog because I have problems with balance and she helps me up when I fall. She can also detect a migraine headache up to 24-hours before it happens and helps with my panic attacks. Not to mention she is the sweetest dog I've ever had. I've never heard her growl, she loves people, especially children, and gets upset if she doesn't get to meet the youngest children. She especially loves my granddaughter. I'm glad I could make one dog's dream come true for Toby.
This book touched me deeply and it should be required reading for inexperienced dog owners who are considering adoption from any animal shelter. I have been the recipient of the unconditional love of many dogs, and I wouldn't trade that for anything. I just wish my health and finances would allow me to adopt another one.
Update: I just wanted to say that I was able to rescue a blue pitbull mix from my local animal shelter. I have been training her to be my service dog because I have problems with balance and she helps me up when I fall. She can also detect a migraine headache up to 24-hours before it happens and helps with my panic attacks. Not to mention she is the sweetest dog I've ever had. I've never heard her growl, she loves people, especially children, and gets upset if she doesn't get to meet the youngest children. She especially loves my granddaughter. I'm glad I could make one dog's dream come true for Toby.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2019
Chasing the Blue Sky is a must read for dog lovers.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2019
Just finished reading this book. It is so typical that a family gets a pup and tires of it with their busy lives. Not all families are like this but when a new baby comes along it is common. Poor Toby did not ask to be born and ended up being put to sleep because of his situation. I felt bad for Ann because she would of adopted Toby if she was financially able to. I myself have an older cocker spaniel but cannot get another dog at this time. It would not be fair to her. When the time comes we will adopt. Pitt Bills do get a bad rap but some other breeds suffer too. It is how the dogs are treated and trained. Chasing the Blue Sky was a good read that brings you to the front lines of the shelters. Shelter workers do matter and should be respected for their hard work. To put down a dog at any age is not easy. I wanted Toby to find his forever home but that was not to be for this young dog. I only hope that his littermates did not end up with the same faith as poor Toby. Please write more true stories ...not all stories end up with happy endings. Truth is what people need. Thank you Mr. Lowrey for writing this book.
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maria o`malley
Brilliant read. Couldn't put down...
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Keep Toby in your heart,l have.
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