Where the Lost Dogs Go, Susannah Charleson
Where the Lost Dogs Go, Susannah Charleson
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Where the Lost Dogs Go
A Story of Love, Search, and the Power of Reunion

Author: Susannah Charleson

Narrator: Susannah Charleson

Unabridged: 11 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/04/2019

Synopsis

From bestselling author Susannah Charleson comes an important and heartfelt exploration into the world of lost dogs and the power of reunion.One in six dogs go missing at some point in their lives, leaving bereft owners to search high and low, hang missing posters, check shelters, and hope for good news. But amid these grim statistics, countless happy endings are forged. Tails wag again. Best friends are reunited.In Where the Lost Dogs Go, Susannah Charleson, author of Scent of the Missing and a trusted chronicler of the human–animal bond, dives headlong into the world of missing dogs. The mission to reunite lost pets with their families starts with Susannah’s own shelter rescue dog, Ace, a plucky Maltese mix with a mysterious past who narrowly survived months wandering lost. While Susannah formally studies animal behavior, lost-pet search tactics, social-media strategies, and the psychology of loss, Ace also steps up for training. Cheerful and resourceful, Ace has revealed a nose for the scent of lost pets, and together they help neighbors and strangers in their searching.In Where the Lost Dogs Go, listeners take to the streets beside Susannah to bring home a host of missing pets. Along the way, Susannah finds a part of herself also lost. And when unexpected heartbreak shatters her own sense of direction, it is Ace—the shelter dog that started it all—who leads Susannah home.Inquisitive, instructive, heartrending, and hopeful, Where the Lost Dogs Go pays tribute to the missing dogs—and to the found—and to the restless space in between.

About Susannah Charleson

Susannah Charleson, the New York Times bestselling author of Scent of the Missing and The Possibility Dogs, trains search-and-detection K9s, service dogs for the disabled, and comfort dogs that serve the community. She shares her home with a fur and feather menagerie, including a paralyzed pup on wheels named Ruff Draft.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jill on July 08, 2019

A lovely little memoir. The author relates some of her experiences of rescueing and adopting dogs and cats. Susannah uses her experience as a Search and Rescue worker (of humans) to also do important work in searching for lost pets and helping to locate the pet-parents of "found" stray pets. An inte......more

Goodreads review by Deborah on August 18, 2019

I just didn't want to finish this book! It was that good. What a wonderful blend of lost-pet stories and memoir. As I read the helpful hints in the Appendix I realized I have been involved to some degree in this same story for more than 20 years. I am pleased to note some of the tactics I have used......more

Goodreads review by Kate on April 21, 2019

**I received an advance copy from NetGalley for an honest review** A fantastic read from Susannah Charleson, part memoir, part dog behaviour, it all blends in well to deliver a wonderful book on missing or lost dogs. I, thankfully, have not been in a such a situation of having a beloved dog go missing......more

Goodreads review by Valarie on June 19, 2019

I had no idea Susannah had a new book coming out and when Audible told me I immediately downloaded it. I love Susannah’s narration, she should narrate more books. Like all of her books, Where the Lost Dogs Go is very cohesive. It flows beautifully and provides a lot of information about keeping your......more

Goodreads review by Deb on September 04, 2019

Loved this book! The author gave great information along with wonderful, compelling stories in this memoir. I found myself nodding, at her descriptions of her pets (cats and dogs, primarily) responses to things - I'd laugh, or tear up, accordingly. Beautifully written, completely engaging. Highly re......more

Quotes

“I have known lost people who could not have found themselves without the love of a dog. Our love for them and their love for us animates Where the Lost Dogs Go, a beautifully written and deeply felt memoir that I read with delight.” Dean Koontz, #1 New York Times bestselling author

“Dog lovers especially will enjoy Charleson’s insights into animal behavior and the fascinating details of her work.” Booklist

“Charleson suffuses her tale with insight and well-earned sentiment, skillfully weaving in anecdotes of searches for lost dogs with those of her blossoming relationship with a new addition to her household, rescued Maltese-poodle mix Ace…This inspiring and informative work will resonate with pet lovers everywhere.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Moving and profound, Charleson’s book affirms the special human-animal connection and fully celebrates the healing powers of forgiveness and love. A warm and heartfelt memoir.” Kirkus Reviews

“Charleson and her canine crew seem to find lost dogs wherever they travel, and her stories of approaching pets, reuniting them with owners, and lessons learned are heart-warming.” Booklist

“A riveting book from Susannah Charleson, whose exquisite writing is an inspiration to us all and whose courage and stamina knows no bounds. Dog lovers won’t be able to put it down, and readers of great writing will be grateful that they picked it up.” Patricia B. McConnell, author of The Education of Will

“A compelling mystery, an amazing how-to manual, and a moving memoir about lost dogs and their often equally lost humans.” Cat Warren, author of What the Dog Knows

“Charleson brings home another outstanding book of love and loss, searching and finding. With considerable canine insight, she tracks down dogs on the loose in pursuit of happy reunions. Full of love and compassion, Where the Lost Dogs Go helps you find that nice warm place in your heart.” Peggy Frezon, author of The Dog in the Dentist Chair

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