Bark Up the Right Tree

This fun-to-read, uplifting book is one dog's true story of how she went from being a miserable, abandoned dog to being everybody's darling, a certified therapy dog who visits nursing homes, goes on "cancer walks," and raises both funds and awareness for children and pets in need of adoption, as she herself once was.

The book is written by Jessie, the dog herself--with the help of Ruth Tschudin who rescued the ailing, older dog in 2007. Jessie, now in excellent health, writes in fluent English for the book. She paints a vivid picture of her first year as a rescued dog, and skillfully wraps up each of the fourteen chapters with eminently practical and inspiring life lessons.

The book is a testament to the triumph of hope and happiness over gloom and despair--a captivating, read-in-one-sitting book for those who won't be able to put it down, but also a story that can be savored chapter by chapter with thoughts to ponder and discuss along the way. It appeals not only to dog lovers, but also to cat fanciers who can enjoy the personable felines who add their magic to the story.

In more ways than one, this book is a labor of love. It raises awareness and encourages actions that will help those who are so vulnerable. In addition, the authors will donate ten percent of the book's proceeds to benefit children and animals in need of loving homes.