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Wishing Your Dog Live Longer : Review Pukka’s Promise


Pukka (pronounced puck-uh) a labrador retriever is the inspiration of Ted Kerasote latest book Pukka’s Promise.  Kerasote is also known for his book, Merle’s Door.

For sure you wish your dog would live longer.
For those of you that lost a dog, most likely you’ve wonder if only they lived longer…?
This is what Kerasote covered in his book.
He did intense research on what makes a dog live happy, healthy and longer.

He pointed out the importance of spaying and neutering. Does it help or hinder a dog’s longevity? Also, with the many dog food and treat recalls. Kerasote spent an enormous time researching dog food and diet. Do you ever wonder what really goes on at the dog food manufacturing facility? Interesting chapters in Kerasote’s book is about breeding/genetics and purebreds vs shelter dogs. Kerasote made a choice and got Pukka from a breeder.

Kerasote and Pukka experience a great everyday life, as they live in Wyoming with acres of land. Pukka is  leash free and in an all day play environment.
Basically, Pukka and Kerasote are together all the time.
I can totally relate to this as I experience this kind of living last year (when I lived in HI). Being able to be off leash and have an open environment for outdoor activities was paw some. I celebrated my 11th barkday in paradise and my experienced surely added extra years to my life. It made us really think that environment truly plays an important role in a dog’s longevity.

Kerasote’s Pukka’s Promise is a wonderful read. His mission is every dog owner’s wish.
The information Kerasote shared in his book is meticulously researched
and thus Pukka’s Promise is an excellent reference guidebook.

Would you like to win a copy of Pukka’s Promise by Ted Kerasote?
We are giving away a copy …
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Disclaimer: We were provided a copy Pukka’s Promise from the publisher.
We were not compensated on this book review and giveaway.
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If you do not wish to enter the giveaway, happy to hear your comments –
On how you care for your dog to have a happy healthy life?

Lots of Golden L♥VE n Woofs
SUGAR

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Pure GOLD Book


We are very honored to be part of Holli Pfau’s Blog Book Tour,  
Pure Gold.
 
Pure Gold is an inspiring story to read. A Must Read Book! especially for those who rescues dogs and/or considering rescuing a dog.
Pure Gold is a collection of stories describing Holli’s life adventures with 6 Rescued Golden Retrievers, 
Nikki, Bodie, Sophie, Tucker, Daisy and Chatter

 

 

Nikki, Holli’s first Golden and became her therapy partner as they visit patients in the hospital. Nikki was the inspiration for Holli to co-found a nationally recognized hospital program of animal-assisted therapy. 
“…what Nikki lacks in size, she makes up for in heart.”
 
Bodie was returned from the breeder due to for being imperfect (due to his eye). His original name was just Bo but Holli found it insufficient and less fitting so she renamed him Bodie. Bodie along with Nikki were great companions of Holli and her husband Walter on their hikes. Just like Nikki, Bodie also pursued a job in therapy. Bodie became a good therapy dog and a big hit in the pediatrics department.
 
Tucker came along after Bodie passed away. Tucker’s owner relinquished him to the shelter due to overwhelming household. Tucker’s original name is Murray. Again, Holli felt that the name Murray does not suit him. Tucker had hip problems but recovered quickly and participated in hiking trails.
 
While Nikki was in her prime age, Sophie came to Holli’s life and became Tucker’s faithful companion.
 
Reading Daisy’s story reminded my mom of me especially my agility years. My mom also did talk to me often as Holli shared some of her conversation with Daisy. Reading the story of Daisy made it clear why she made the cover of the book. Oh My Furry Friend was mentioned on page140. We love Holli’s choice of song for Daisy, “It’s Not Where You Start. it’s Where You Finish.” We do agree on “ …it’s about having fun.”
 
Chatter struggled during her little life. Luckily she found her forever home with Holli and Daisy. Holli and his husband Walter dealt and understood Chatter puppy(ness). Lots of Golden Laughs on Chatter. Like Daisy, Chatter also did agility. 

 

It did not take a long time for my mom to read Pure Gold. She read it in a plane ride. She sure had lots of notes while she was reading this book, lots of folded pages and underlined words/sentences. She cried and smiled while reading this book. She felt fine showing her emotions since the person next to her was reading The Art of Racing in the Rain.

 

All in all, Pure Gold by Holli Pfau is heartwarming to read. 
I give 4 Golden PAWS and highly recommend it. 
Holli donates a portion of the sales of Pure Gold to Golden Retriever rescue/adoption groups. You can read more about Holli on her website, puregoldbook.com

 

Holli currently lives in Durango Colorado with Daisy and Chatter. 
He place is called Glad Dog Ranch, 
“… we’re always going to have Goldens, and 
they’re as happy and glad as dog can be.”

 

Holli provided us an extra copy of Pure Gold, for a giveaway. 
However, while my mom read the book she was reminded of one of our Golden Bloggie Friend, Kim. Kim’s blog is Life at Golden Pines where she blogs about her life but mostly about her dogs, rescued Senior Golden Retrievers. Since we became bloggie friends, she rescued many many Senior Goldens. Some of them sadly has passed away … but Kim of course continues to rescue. Very appreciative of all the Golden Good Deeds that Kim brings to these Senior Goldens that we decide to give her our extra copy of Pure Gold. Kim totally deserves it. 
Kim will also do a Pure Gold blog post book review (11/17) and she will provide a giveaway book. Visit Kim’s Blog, Life at Golden Pines. Say hello to the Golden Pines Gang and tell them that Sugar sent you.
 
Since we gave our extra copy to Kim, the publisher of Holli provided us another copy. We decided not to do a giveaway since we have another Golden Bloggie Friend that is so deserving to read Pure Gold. It’s our friend KT, who recently just lost her Golden Lady and adopted Golden Easton. Visit KT at KT Goldens and read more about his past Goldens, Say Hello to KT and Golden Easton and tell them that Sugar sent you.

 

Lots of Golden Thanks to Holli Pfau for providing us an advance copy of Pure Gold and being a part of Pure Gold Blog Book Tour. Golden Delighted and privileged to read/review your book.

 

It’s appropriate to end this book review post 
with a quote from the book. 
While Holli was ill and asked by a nurse, 
“Do you have guiding spirits that are a 
source of strength and comfort to you?”
 Holli responded “ Absolutely!” 
“I call upon the spirits of four wonderful golden retrievers 
who where so important in my life,
and they continue to be there for me from the other side.”
 
Lots of Golden Woofs

 

Tasty Tuesday: Can I Have Some of That?


Happy Tasty Tuesday.
The kitchen is my favorite part to hang out …
WHY? simply because of all the TASTY stuffs.
Looking for some Tasty Recipes to make for your pet (dog or cat).
Check out a wonderful compilation of Tasty Recipes, 
“Can I have Some of That?” created by Jack’s Dad, TG.
All Tasty Recipes in the book are from fellow bloggers.
Yes, I’m on it. We contributed 2 Tasty Recipes.
If you know TG and Jack and follow their blog, Daily Dose of Jack, 
you’ll enjoy the added humor recipes. 
Golden LOVE it and provided us Lots of Golden Laughs.
TG, Jack’s dad created this book for a good cause. All the earnings of this book will be given to the French Bulldog Rescue Network and Chase Away K9 Cancer. How PAWsome is that …
 
Can I Have Some of That? is available as an e-book.
If you don’t have a Kindle/iPad, you can still purchase it and get a PDF form. Visit Daily Dose of Jack for more information. 
Definitely Tuesdays Just Got Tastier.
T

If you are joining our Tasty Tuesday Blog HOP, Golden Thanks! Don’t forget to grab the Hop’s Badge and post it along with your blog post. Hop’s Badge is located on the right side bar bottom on my blog. Also, don’t forget to Link-up your blog post on the HOP (below). The Hop List is only posted on the Host Sites (Kol n Sugar). Please find some time to visit all the Tasty Tuesday Blog Hop participants.

Lots of Golden Thanks and Have an enjoyable Tasty Tuesday.

Lots of Golden Woofs

 

 

Book Interview: The Healing Art of Pet Parenthood


Last march 25th, 2009, we shared a Must Read book The Healing Art of Pet Parenthood, a true story about the human-animal bond, healing canine cancer naturally, and an empowering new take on the grieving process when a beloved animal passes away.

In one of our weekend show, I met the author Nadine M. Rosin, 
who is also a certified holistic pet consultant/bereavement and speaker.
We had a chance to ask her about her book, 
The Healing Art of Pet Parenthood.

1. What inspired you to write this book.
I felt totally obligated to write this book: having gone through hearing the vet tell me my beloved dog would be dead in 6 weeks without chemo, radiation, and amputation, and then INSTEAD implementing only a holistic regimen of “clear/cleanse/build” so my girl’s body could naturally and successfully heal itself from cancer- well, how could I NOT share that with other pet parents? The truth is, we’ve forgotten that the body is a self- healing organism whether it’s dealing with a cut or a degenerative disease like cancer. After all, cancer isn’t something we catch- it’s something we develop when the immune system is too overburdened to maintain vibrant health. My dog’s recovery (in 4 months, cancer-free and thriving for an additional 11 years to the age of 19) taught me that and I am passionate about sharing our story so others never have to hear their vet say their dog has cancer.

2) How did you come up with the title?
I have worked in the healing arts (therapeutic bodywork) for many years, so the title came to me pretty organically.

3) What was the hardest part writing the book?

Nothing about writing the book was hard, although revealing so much personal information and history left me incredibly vulnerable, which felt challenging at times. Marketing the book, well now, that’s a different story when it comes to the hardest parts! 🙂

4) What chapter(s) in the book that meant a lot to you?
Every chapter means a lot to me. In the 19 years we were together, Buttons and I went through many things including relationships, travels, learning experiences, etc. Like anyone’s life, each chapter naturally led to the next and was built on the one before it. It was important to me, as I told our story, to include everything I learned regarding helping the body heal from cancer, and how to best navigate through the inevitable grieving process. I wanted to make sure others would benefit from what I learned the hard way, and avoid their own pets ever developing cancer.

To read more about Nadine, visit her website
The Healing Art of Pet Parenthood.
It was great meeting Nadine.

Lots of Golden Woofs

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LOVE At First BARK + Giveaway


Golden Delight to receive an uncorrected proof copy of Julie Klam’s
latest book, Love At First Bark: 
How Saving a Dog Can Sometimes Help You Cave Yourself.
Love at First Bark is a compassionate book 
which contains 3 short stories of saving and rescuing dogs.

In the first story, Julie shared her family life struggles, living in a dangerous neighborhood in NY, having a young child, Violet, and owning “not so behaved” 3 dogs. During this time. Julie and her husband, Paul, encountered a mix pit bull which they named Morris. Meeting and saving Morris helped Julie and Paul to reconnect with one another.

The second story is about fostering a terrier dog, which they named Clementine (Clemmie). You have to read the book to find out how they derived this name. Julie prepared her home to foster Clementine by sending 2 of her dogs to Kamp Kanine (in which they needed it for a long time). Julie was able to find a home for Clemmie but due to her special medical needs she reunited with Julie’s family. It is a sweet story about fostering, something my family would like to do someday.
Mmmmm “Sugar” that’s my name … on page 66.

The third story is about Julie’s trip (hoping to be a vacation with Paul) to New Orleans after the devastation created by Hurricane Katrina. Amazing rescue … “I realized that I am the kind of person who would dive under a train to save a dog.”

All in all, a wonderful book to read for any dog lover, particularly who rescues and foster dogs. It shows how saving a dog can truly shape and affect ones life. It’s a short easy to read book, my mom read it in couple hours. I give Julie Klam’s LOVE At First BARK book 4 Golden Paws + a Golden WINK!
 Lots of Golden Thanks to Lydia from Riverhead Books 
and especially to Julie Klam.
Golden Happy to read and review LOVE At First BARK.

Here’s your chance to read Julie Klam’s book LOVE At First BARK

If you are participating, the First 2 Tasks is a MUST (mandatory).
You MUST be a follower of my blog, and leave a comment after this post. Make sure you click on “I DID THIS” on the Rafflecopter box and provide your name/email. All other entries on the box are just an additional entry/chance to win. If you visit and Like Julie Klam FB Page make sure to write on her wall that Sugar sent you. Giveaway ends on Saturday, October 8 at 12:01am.
We (SGR) are not compensated on this book review and giveaway.
If you are not participating on the giveaway, 
Love to hear from you … leave a comment.
Lots of Golden Woofs

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